Rideau Park is a small, historic inner-city neighbourhood in southwest Calgary, set along the Elbow River. Established in 1911, it is known for pre-First World War homes, quiet streets and river pathway access. It shares its community association with neighbouring Roxboro. Note: map coordinates are approximate.
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Guide To Rideau Park
Parks And River
The Elbow River pathway system runs through the area, popular with walkers, runners and cyclists. Rideau Park’s streets are lined with mature trees and historic character homes.
Main Street
Rideau Park is residential, with shops and restaurants nearby on 4 Street SW and in the Mission district. The area’s historic pubs and eateries draw visitors from across the city.
Community Resources
The Rideau-Roxboro Community Association (rideauroxboro.com) serves Rideau Park and Roxboro with programs and the annual Christmas in the Community event. Central Calgary schools and services are close by.
Explore The Area
Stroll the Elbow River pathways, admire century-old homes, or visit the Ship and Anchor pub and Chicken on the Way, both local legends.
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 station is 39 Avenue (Red Line).
Main bus route: Route 3 (Sandstone / Elbow Dr SW) runs along Elbow Drive nearby.
Outreach/Support
There are some resources in Rideau Park but make sure you’ve reached out to the Calgary Food Bank first, as well as 211.
Things To Do
Christmas in the Community
The Rideau-Roxboro Community Association hosts Christmas in the Community on Christmas Eve, 1 to 4 pm.
Rideau Park news and updates
City of Calgary newsroom: Rideau Park
Source: City of Calgary Newsroom
History Of Rideau Park
Rideau Park was established in 1911 on the south bank of the Elbow River, with neighbouring Roxboro following in 1923. Both were designated communities of the city in 1967. (The Rideau Park Wikipedia article redirects to Roxboro; the annexation year of 1910 is an estimate.)
The neighbourhood retains many pre-First World War homes, giving its streets a historic character rare in Calgary. It shares the Rideau-Roxboro Community Association with Roxboro.
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.
Rideau Park community association
The Rideau-Roxboro Community Association is the community association for Rideau Park. It runs local programs and events for residents.
Ward 9 Councillor
Harrison Clark
Ward 9 Councillor
Elected October 20, 2025
Harrison Clark is the Ward 9 councillor, elected October 20, 2025. He owns Murphy's Mid-Century, a furniture store in Inglewood, and won the ward by fewer than 300 votes as an independent.
Local Legends
20+ years in business!Ship and Anchor
Beloved pub in the area, established in 1990 and named among Canada's best bars. In business since 1990.
Chicken on the Way
Calgary fried chicken institution, brought to the city in 1958 by Bob Dunn. In business since 1958.