Parkhill/Stanley Park is an inner-city neighbourhood in southwest Calgary, beside Stanley Park in the Elbow River valley. Established in 1910, it sits within walking distance of the 39 Avenue CTrain station (Red Line). The community hosts the annual Parkhill Stampede Breakfast each July.
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Guide To Parkhill/Stanley Park
Parks And River
Stanley Park sits beside the community in the Elbow River valley, with green space, a playground and river pathways. Neighbourhood parks add more green space within the community.
Main Street
4th Street SW and Macleod Trail are close by with restaurants, cafes and shops, and 39 Avenue has everyday retail right by the CTrain station.
Community Resources
The Parkhill Community Association, registered in 1955, is based at 4013 Stanley Road SW and serves residents of the neighbourhood.
Explore The Area
The 39 Avenue CTrain station (Red Line) is a short walk away, putting downtown within easy reach. The Elbow River pathways offer walking and cycling routes through the river valley.
Public Transit
Public Transit (Calgary Transit) does serve the area, as well as cabs/taxis and Uber.
Is there a c-train station?: Yes. 39 Avenue station (Red Line) is a short walk away.
Main bus route: 449 Eau Claire/Parkhill
Outreach/Support
There are some resources in Parkhill/Stanley Park but make sure you’ve reached out to the Calgary Food Bank first, as well as 211.
Things To Do
Parkhill Stampede Breakfast
Annual Stampede breakfast hosted by the community each July. Details for the next edition are announced on the event website.
Parkhill/Stanley Park news and updates
City of Calgary newsroom: Parkhill/Stanley Park
Source: City of Calgary Newsroom
History Of Parkhill/Stanley Park
Parkhill was established in 1910 in southwest Calgary, beside Stanley Park in the Elbow River valley. It has remained an inner-city neighbourhood with easy access to the river pathways and the 39 Avenue CTrain station.
The Parkhill Community Association was registered on September 2, 1955 and is based at 4013 Stanley Road SW. Each July the community hosts the Parkhill Stampede Breakfast, an annual neighbourhood tradition.
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Business Improvement Area
Parkhill/Stanley Park is not part of a business improvement area. Local businesses along the community's commercial streets operate independently.
Parkhill Community Association
The neighbourhood is served by the Parkhill Community Association, registered on September 2, 1955 and based at 4013 Stanley Road SW.
Ward 8 Councillor
Nathaniel Schmidt
Ward 8 Councillor
Elected October 20, 2025
Nathaniel Schmidt was elected Ward 8 councillor on October 20, 2025. He sits as an Independent.