Communities, Schools, and more
In deciding where you and your family will live, and whether you will rent or buy, you may wish to consult the information provided below.
New to Calgary
The University of Calgary, located in the heart of Southern Alberta, both acknowledges and pays tribute to the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7, which include the Blackfoot Confederacy (comprised of the Siksika, the Piikani, and the Kainai First Nations), the Tsuut’ina First Nation, and the Stoney Nakoda (including Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Goodstoney First Nations). The City of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta (Districts 5 and 6).
The University of Calgary is situated on land northwest of where the Bow River meets the Elbow River, a site traditionally known as Moh’kins’tsis to the Blackfoot, Wîchîspa to the Stoney Nakoda, and Guts’ists’i to the Tsuut’ina. On this land and in this place we strive to learn together, walk together, and grow together “in a good way.”
The University of Calgary is located in the northwest quadrant of the City of Calgary. Calgary is the largest city in the province of Alberta, which is in western Canada. Alberta is bordered to the west by the Rocky Mountains and the province of British Columbia, to the north by Northwest Territories, to the east by the province of Saskatchewan, and to the south by the Canada-US border with the state of Montana.
Calgary School Boards
Relocation to Calgary Additional Information:
Day Homes and Child Care
Transport
Calgary Transit
CTrain
The City of Calgary has a well-developed transportation system consisting of a variety of road and rail public transit options. The CTrain provides 118.1 km of light rail transit, and two lines connect 45 stations throughout Calgary. (More stations and a third line are in development.)
Buses
Calgary Transit has a system of 100% accessible buses. 150 routes stretch across the whole city serving 6,208 stops. There are 30 park and ride lots located throughout Calgary.
Driving in Calgary
For those who prefer to drive, you will need to:
- Secure a valid Alberta Drivers License
- Purchase valid insurance for your vehicle
- Register your vehicle
Establishing Residency and Voting in Calgary
Establishing Residency
The City of Calgary's website is an excellent source of information for new residents coming to Calgary. It offers information on the many programs and services available to our cities residents. The website also includes news, events, and a variety of useful maps.
Who Can Vote?
You are eligible to vote in the general election if, on election day you:
- Are at least 18 years old
- Are a resident of the City of Calgary
- Have resided in Alberta for six consecutive months immediately preceding election day
The Elections Alberta website has extensive information on the voting process in Alberta.
Alberta Health Care
Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan
The Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) provides eligible Alberta residents with full coverage for medically necessary physician services, and some dental and oral surgical health services.
You must be registered with the AHCIP to receive insured hospital and physician services.