Calgary Community – Woodlands

According to the City of Calgary’s 2014 civic census, the Woodlands is primarily home to residents within the age bracket of 20-64 (average age 40), with a population of about 6,000 people. The Woodlands area is beloved by young families as well as retirees looking to settle down in a quieter part of the city. The majority of the residential homes available are single-family dwellings, but duplexes, apartments, and townhouses are also available for those looking for smaller properties.

One of the defining features of the Woodlands neighbourhood is the astonishing views and close proximity to nature. Bordering the eastern and southern part of the community is an abundance of trees, parks, trails, and picnic spots of Fish Creek Provincial Park. Backing onto this provincial park allows residents to take part in the various recreational opportunities the area has to offer. Fish Creek Park is a great location for walking, hiking, biking, swimming, and other outdoor activities. The park is also known for hosting unique and engaging events throughout the year.

In addition to the outdoor recreational options available with such direct access to Fish Creek Park, Woodlands is also directly across from the Canyon Meadows Golf and Country Club. The golf club accommodates event hosting and has a lounge, dining, a pro-shop. Other sports programs and indoor events are offered by the neighbourhood’s community association, Woodcreek, located in Woodview Park.

The Woodcreek Community Association, serving both the Woodlands and the Woodbine neighbourhoods, provides residents with the latest events, news, and recreational programs. Memberships are available.

Woodlands is the ideal home for young families due to the number of recreational opportunities, community events, as well as access to the Woodlands Elementary School (Calgary Board of Education).

The community of Woodlands features a small businesses within strip malls, and most of the amenities and services are found just outside of the area. Shops and services are situated in the Woodbine neighbourhood as well as other surrounding neighbourhoods in the southeast of Calgary.