Sunalta is a residential neighbourhood in the southwest quadrant of Calgary, Alberta, in the inner city southwest of downtown. It sits south of the Bow River, east and north of the community of Scarboro, with a balanced mix of single-family detached homes, condominiums and apartment buildings. The land was annexed in 1907 and the community was established in 1910.
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Guide To Sunalta
Parks And River
The Bow River pathways are just north of the community, and the area connects easily to downtown green spaces.
Main Street
10 Avenue SW runs through Sunalta with local restaurants and shops, including long-standing spots like Korean Village Restaurant. Local breweries include Best of Kin, Tailgunner Brewing Company, and Two House Brewing.
Community Resources
Use the City of Calgary’s community profile for official demographic information.
Explore The Area
Sunalta has its own CTrain station (Blue Line), putting downtown minutes away. The community is served by the Sunalta Community Association, based at the hall at 1627 10 Avenue SW.
Public Transit
Public Transit (Calgary Transit) does serve the area, as well as cabs/taxis and Uber.
Is there a c-train station?: Yes, Sunalta station (Blue Line)
Main bus route: Check Calgary Transit for current routes serving the area
Outreach/Support
There are some resources in Sunalta but make sure you’ve reached out to the Calgary Food Bank first, as well as 211.
Things To Do
41st Annual Stampede Breakfast
The 41st annual Stampede breakfast on Saturday, July 11, 2026, hosted by the Sunalta Community Association.
Sunalta Market
The Sunalta Market on October 10 and October 24, 2026, hosted by the Sunalta Community Association.
Sunalta Market
The Sunalta Market on November 14 and November 28, 2026, hosted by the Sunalta Community Association.
Sunalta news and updates
City of Calgary newsroom: Sunalta
Source: City of Calgary Newsroom
History Of Sunalta
Sunalta is a residential neighbourhood in the southwest quadrant of Calgary, located in the inner city southwest of downtown, south of the Bow River and both east and north of Scarboro. It contains a balanced mix of single-family detached homes, condominiums and apartment buildings. The land was annexed in 1907 and the community was established in 1910.
Sunalta has CTrain service through the Sunalta station on the Blue Line. The community is served by Sunalta Elementary public school and Sacred Heart Elementary school.
WikipediaLocal Organizations
Sunalta BIA
No Business Improvement Area or business association was found for Sunalta.
Sunalta Community Association
The Sunalta Community Association serves the community. Visit their site for programs, events and membership information.
Ward 8 Councillor
Nathaniel Schmidt
Ward 8 Councillor
Elected October 20, 2025
Nathaniel Schmidt represents Ward 8 on Calgary City Council, elected October 20, 2025. He is a criminal defence lawyer who has worked with Legal Aid Alberta, and he studied piano at the University of Lethbridge.
Local Legends
20+ years in business!Korean Village Restaurant
Calgary's first Korean restaurant, proudly serving since 1991, at 1324 10 Avenue SW.