Elboya is a small, well-established inner-city neighbourhood in southwest Calgary, sitting above the Elbow River near Stanley Park. Established in 1947 on land that joined the city in 1910, it blends historic homes with newer infills in a quiet, central location.
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Guide To Elboya
Parks And River
Stanley Park sits just east of Elboya on the Elbow River, with pathways, picnic areas and river access. The community’s own green spaces and the river pathway system make it popular with walkers and cyclists.
Main Street
Elboya itself is mostly residential. Elbow Drive and nearby Macleod Trail host shops, cafes and services, with the Mission district and 17th Avenue a short trip north.
Community Resources
Residents are served by the merged Elboya Heights-Britannia Community Association (elboyabritannia.com). The neighbourhood is close to central Calgary schools, recreation and health services.
Explore The Area
Walk the Elbow River pathways through Stanley Park, or explore historic homes in the area. Nearby landmarks include the Glencoe Club and Lougheed House.
Public Transit
Public Transit (Calgary Transit) does serve the area, as well as cabs/taxis and Uber.
Is there a c-train station?: No. The nearest CTrain stations are 39 Avenue and Chinook (Red Line).
Main bus route: Route 3 (Sandstone / Elbow Dr SW) runs along Elbow Drive.
Outreach/Support
There are some resources in Elboya but make sure you’ve reached out to the Calgary Food Bank first, as well as 211.
Things To Do
Community Cleanup Day, Bike Parade and Pizza Party
The community association hosts an annual Community Cleanup Day with a Bike Parade and Pizza Party in June.
Elboya news and updates
City of Calgary newsroom: Elboya
Source: City of Calgary Newsroom
History Of Elboya
The land was annexed to the city in 1910, but Elboya was not established as a neighbourhood until 1947. Its position above the Elbow River made it a desirable residential area as Calgary grew south after the Second World War.
Today Elboya remains one of the city's smaller communities, with a mix of mid-century homes and newer infills, and is served jointly with Britannia by a merged community association.
WikipediaLocal Organizations
Business Improvement Area
There is no Business Improvement Area (BIA) in this community. Local businesses are supported through the City of Calgary and community initiatives.
Elboya community association
The Elboya Heights-Britannia Community Association is the community association for Elboya. It runs local programs and events for residents.
Ward 11 Councillor
Rob Ward
Ward 11 Councillor
Elected October 20, 2025
Rob Ward is the Ward 11 councillor, elected October 20, 2025. He ran with the Communities First party and previously contested the ward in 2021. He represents the communities of southwest Calgary.