Calgary communities

Lake Bonavista

At a glance

Parkland
12%
Bus stops
87
Schools
6

Community facts

People

Population
10,290
Dwellings
4,108
Density
1,920/ km²

Place

Area
5.26km²
Sector
South
Structure
1960s/1970s

Character

Established
1967
Community association
Lake Bonavista Community Association

Sources: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census · City of Calgary Open Data · Updated July 9, 2026

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Market

Market snapshot

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    In the neighbourhood

    Livability

    Green space & getting around

    Parkland
    12%
    Natural area
    2%
    Tree canopy
    17%
    Off-leash areas
    4
    Pathways & trails
    3.4km
    Bike routes
    12km
    C-Train stations
    0
    Bus stops
    87

    Schools

    • Andrew Sibbald School — Elementary (Public)
    • Lake Bonavista School — Elementary (Public)
    • Nickle School — Elementary/Junior High (Public)
    • Sam Livingston School — Elementary (Public)
    • St. Bonaventure School — Junior High (Separate)
    • St. Boniface Elementary School — Elementary (Separate)

    Development

    Development

    Lake Bonavista — common questions

    Which part of Calgary is Lake Bonavista in?
    Lake Bonavista is in the South sector of Calgary.
    How big is Lake Bonavista?
    Lake Bonavista covers about 5.3 square kilometres.
    Which communities border Lake Bonavista?
    Lake Bonavista borders Bonavista Downs, Canyon Meadows, Deer Ridge, Maple Ridge, Parkland, Queensland, Southwood, and Willow Park.
    How many historic resources are in Lake Bonavista?
    Lake Bonavista has no listed historic resources.
    Is Lake Bonavista good for walking and cycling?
    Lake Bonavista has 12 km of bike routes and 3.4 km of pathways and trails.

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    Sources & notes

    Livability figures (transit, parks, schools, culture) — City of Calgary Open Data, refreshed periodically. Approximate; may not reflect the most recent changes.

    Sold & market figures — compiled from MLS® sold data for this community; not the MLS® HPI. Recently sold records may be revised as they're finalized.

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