Ward 7 is located in central Calgary on both sides of the Bow and includes the following communities:
- Banff Trail
- Capitol Hill
- Chinatown
- Crescent Heights
- Downtown Commercial Core
- Downtown East Village
- Downtown West End
- Eau Claire
- Hillhurst
- Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill
- Montgomery
- Mount Pleasant
- Parkdale
- Point Mckay
- Rosedale
- St. Andrews Heights
- Sunnyside
- Tuxedo Park
- University District
- University Heights
- University Of Calgary
- West Hillhurst
Ward 7 is home to many central neighbourhoods including the East Village and Chinatown, as well as the University of Calgary and SAIT. The ward crosses the Bow River at Prince’s Island Park and includes a large portion of the river valley pathways that are frequented by many active commuters.
Curious about Ward 7?
Get to know Ward 7
Here are some facts about Ward 7:
- Median household income: $79,500
- Owner households: 43%
- Renter households: 57%
- Low-income households: 14%
- 27% of residents spend more than 30% of their income on shelter costs
- 12% of renters in subsidized housing
Source: 2021 Census of Canada
Our Ward 7 Endorsement is Heather McRae
Heather is an effective community advocate and consensus builder. With her impressive track record amplifying citizens’ voices to advance municipal priorities, Heather’s voice and perspective will be invaluable at City Hall.
Housing affordability, good paying jobs, and community services are top priorities for this ward.
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