Evergreen is a great community to raise a family. Many bike paths run throughout the community, through green spaces and around ponds. Several green spaces and play parks in the community provide great places to gather and play. Evergreen borders the South (West end) of beautiful Fish Creek Provincial Park.
The community has shopping centers, grocery stores, restaurants, cafes, banks, and professional services conveniently located within and nearby. The nearby Shawnessy Towne Centre and Southcentre Mall provide additional shopping and dining options.
Schools and Education: Evergreen is served by several schools, making it an attractive choice for families with school-age children. Elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools are located within the community or in neighboring areas, providing quality education options for students.
Recreation and Sports: In addition to the parks and green spaces, Evergreen offers recreational facilities and sports amenities for residents to enjoy. The community has playgrounds, sports fields, tennis courts, and skating rinks, providing opportunities for physical activity and social interaction year-round.
Evergreen is well-connected to major transportation routes, including Macleod Trail and Stoney Trail, providing easy access to other parts of the city and beyond. Public transit options, including bus routes and the Calgary LRT (Light Rail Transit) system, serve the community, offering convenient transportation for residents.
Evergreen in Calgary is unique in that it's split between two community associations:
SECA (Shawnee Evergreen Community Association): Covers Evergreen Estates, where all street names include the word "Evergreen."
CECA (Calgary Evergreen Community Association): Covers the rest of Evergreen, which makes up the majority of the neighborhood.
Community events & programs
Sports & recreational activities
Advocacy on neighborhood concerns
CECA: www.myceca.ca
