Fairview is a residential neighbourhood in south Calgary, established in 1959. It sits just south of Chinook Centre, Calgary’s largest shopping mall, and is served by the Fairview Community Association.
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Guide To Fairview
Parks And River
Fairview’s parks and green spaces serve the community. Chinook Centre and the surrounding commercial areas are a short walk north.
Main Street
Macleod Trail and the Chinook Centre area form the commercial hub near Fairview. There is no Business Improvement Area in Fairview.
Community Resources
The Fairview Community Association serves the area. Find schools and services through the City community profile.
Explore The Area
Shop at Chinook Centre or walk the community pathways. Open Fairview in Google Maps.
Public Transit
Public Transit (Calgary Transit) does serve the area, as well as cabs/taxis and Uber.
Is there a c-train station?: No
Main bus route: #81 Macleod Tr S
Outreach/Support
There are some resources in Fairview but make sure you’ve reached out to the Calgary Food Bank first, as well as 211.
Fairview news and updates
City of Calgary newsroom: Fairview
Source: City of Calgary Newsroom
History Of Fairview
Fairview was established in 1959 as south Calgary grew. The opening of Chinook Centre in 1960, just north of the neighbourhood, made the area a retail hub. The Fairview Community Association serves local residents.
WikipediaLocal Organizations
Business Association
There is no Business Improvement Area or Business Revitalization Zone in this neighbourhood.
Fairview Community Association
Community association: fairviewcommunity.ca
Ward 11 Councillor
Rob Ward
Ward 11 Councillor
Elected October 20, 2025
Rob Ward was elected as the Ward 11 councillor in the October 20, 2025 municipal election.