What schools are in Westgate, Calgary?

Schools serving Westgate include: schools and services through the City community profile

How do I get to Westgate by public transit?

Calgary Transit serves Westgate. Check calgarytransit.com for routes and schedules.

Does Westgate have a community association?

See the community association link on this page for Westgate's local association details.

Westgate, Calgary – Community Guide

Westgate is a residential neighbourhood in southwest Calgary, established in 1957. Bordered by Bow Trail to the north, 45 Street W to the east, 17 Avenue S to the south and Sarcee Trail to the west, it sits just south of Edworthy Park on the Bow River.

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Guide To Westgate

Quadrant Southwest 51.04472, -114.15917

Ward Ward 6

Established 1957

Population 3,225 2021 Census

Known for Edworthy Park

Parks And River

Westgate residents enjoy direct access to Edworthy Park, situated just north of the community along the Bow River. The park offers extensive pathways, picnic areas and natural areas.

Main Street

The neighbourhood’s main commercial corridors are along Bow Trail to the north and 17 Avenue S to the south, with local shops and services. Edworthy Park provides recreation just steps away.

Community Resources

The Westgate Community Association, established March 2, 1959, serves the area. Find schools and services through the City community profile. The community is served by Vincent Massey Junior High and Westgate Bilingual Elementary public schools.

Explore The Area

Explore Edworthy Park’s Bow River pathways, walk the community’s mature streets, or visit nearby Westbrook Mall. Open Westgate 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: #93

Outreach/Support

There are some resources in Westgate but make sure you’ve reached out to the Calgary Food Bank first, as well as 211.

City of Calgary newsroom: Westgate

Source: City of Calgary Newsroom

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History Of Westgate

1956The area is annexed to the City of Calgary.

1957Westgate is established as a residential neighbourhood in southwest Calgary.

1959The Westgate Community Association is established on March 2.

The area that is now Westgate was annexed to the City of Calgary in 1956, and Westgate was established as a residential neighbourhood in 1957. The Westgate Community Association was established on March 2, 1959.

Westgate is a mature inner-suburban community known for its proximity to Edworthy Park on the Bow River, mature trees, and central west location with easy access to downtown via Bow Trail and 17 Avenue.

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Local Organizations

Westgate Community Association

Community association: westgatecommunity.ca

Ward 6 Councillor

John Pantazopoulos

Ward 6 Councillor
Elected October 20, 2025

John Pantazopoulos was elected as the Ward 6 councillor in the October 20, 2025 municipal election.

Ward 6 official page

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