Bearspaw school zone falls under Rocky View Schools, the public authority serving students to the west, north and east of Calgary. Families have a choice of public, private and Catholic schools.
Public Schools
- Bearspaw Elementary School
- Cochrane High School
Private Schools
- Renert School
- Edge School
Catholic Schools
- St. Luke School
- St. Margaret School
- Madeleine d'Houet School
Housing and Subdivisions of Bearspaw
Bearspaw has a mix of old and new developments. The older properties are on vast acreages. You can choose from different lot sizes, but 2-acre parcels of land dominate. Detached and semi-detached homes make up most of the housing styles here. You have a lot of flexibility to build spacious custom homes. Bearspaw has multiple planned subdivisions:
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Lynx Ridge Homes
The small acreage community of Lynx Ridge is home to the Lynx Ridge Golf Course, which winds through the area. The golf course takes up most of the subdivision's green space. The community is bordered to the south by the Bow River. Homes here enjoy stunning views of the Rocky Mountains and sparkling ponds.
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Church Ranches Estate
This subdivision is a fine example of rural living. Its landscape is defined by rolling hills. Before the settlement of Canada, coyotes roamed and wild buffaloes grazed here. Today, wildlife peacefully coexists with residents, albeit in park areas. Animal visitors here include bears, coyotes, moose, bobcats, fox, deer and geese. Residents enjoy a variety of events throughout the year. There are three lakes in the area for swimming, fishing and canoeing.
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Blueridge Estates
The established country estate community of Blueridge Estate has opulent estate homes on 2-acre lots. If you're looking for a good deal on old-time acreage homes and want a slice of rural life, this subdivision should be on your list.
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Bearspaw Village
Just minutes from Calgary, Bearspaw Village has mature estate homes nestled among trees and rolling hills. It is home to rich fauna, flora and wildlife,
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Watermark at Bearspaw
Located off Twelve Mile Coulee Road, this is Bearspaw's newest subdivision with lot sizes averaging 1/4 to 1 acre. It has a Central Plaza featuring a pavilion with an outdoor kitchen, fire pit, barbecues, and a grass field for sports and events. There's an NBA-sized basketball court, three community playgrounds and more than 5km of paved walking and bicycling trails. A number of established home builders are constructing homes here.
Bearspaw Builders and Developers
A number of developers have built homes in Bearspaw. They include WestRidge, JayWest and New West Luxury Homes
FAQs about Bearspaw Real Estate and Neighborhood
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What minor hockey programs are there in Bearspaw?
Bearspaw is part of the Cochrane Minor Hockey Association (CMHA), which administers a minor hockey program for residents. The program is intended for players in the 5-18 age group. The leagues their teams play in include U18AA - Alberta Midget Hockey League, Alberta Minor Midget Hockey League, Alberta Major Bantam Hockey League and others.
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Will the kids have access to extracurricular activities?
Absolutely! Bearspaw has parks, sports programs, an ice skating rink, a sports club and a minor hockey program. The Bow River is safe enough to go rafting or floating with your kids or grandkids. Tiny tots and young adults have numerous opportunities to enjoy an active lifestyle, pursue their favourite sports and connect with peers.
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Where do I get groceries?
At the nearby Rocky Ridge Co-Op! You can also pick up fresh vegetables and meat from the Bearspaw Lifestyle Centre.