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Lake Bonavista is located in southeast Calgary, bounded by Anderson Road to the north, Macleod Trail to the west, Canyon Meadows Drive to the south, and Bonaventure Drive to the east. The community is in Ward 14, represented by Councillor Peter Demong. It is Calgary's first lake community, established in 1965 as a model for suburban living centered around a man-made lake.
According to the City of Calgary 2012 municipal census, Lake Bonavista had a population of 11,269 residents living in 4,151 dwellings. With a land area of 5 square kilometres, the population density was approximately 2,320 people per square kilometre. The median household income in 2015 was $79,673, with a homeownership rate of 91%. Low-income residents make up 4.2% of the population, and 22.4% of residents are immigrants.
Lake Bonavista was established in 1965 and was Calgary's first lake community. It was developed by the Bronconnier Group, bringing water from the Bow River to create a private man-made lake that would become the centrepiece of the community. Don Mills opened Lake Bonavista Estates in the late 1960s. In 1979, a trademark dispute with a Minneapolis-based company regarding the name "Bonavista" was resolved by adding the prefix "Lake." The lake was built on an isolated farm with no neighbours for miles, requiring early residents to drive on gravel roads.
Lake Bonavista offers exclusive amenities for property owners in the community:
The Lake Bonavista Residents Association (LBRA) manages the private lake and community amenities for property owners. Annual memberships provide access to lake amenities, and only property owners who pay the annual levy can use the facilities. The association maintains the lake, beaches, tennis courts, and organizes community events throughout the year. Residents can contact the association at 403-271-5300 or via email at info@lakebonavista.ca. The association office is located at 7740 Lake Bonavista Drive SE.
No, Lake Bonavista is a private lake. Only property owners who pay the annual Lake Bonavista levy may use the lake, beach, tennis courts, and other residents-only amenities. The lake is not open to the general public.
Lake Bonavista offers a mix of housing types including single-family detached homes, townhomes, and condominiums. The community features mid-century homes from the 1960s and 1970s alongside modern renovations and infills. Properties include:
Home prices in Lake Bonavista vary significantly by location and property type:
The average home price in Lake Bonavista is approximately $750,000 to $850,000 across all property types, with the premium for lake access reflected in higher property values.
Lake Bonavista is served by several schools within and near the community:
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Lake Bonavista residents enjoy access to several parks and green spaces:
Recreation options in and around Lake Bonavista include:
Lake Bonavista offers convenient access to major shopping destinations:
Lake Bonavista is well-connected for commuters:
Lake Bonavista residents have access to several healthcare facilities:
Yes, Lake Bonavista is an excellent community for families with a Family-Friendly Rating of 4.5 out of 5. Features include:
Yes, Lake Bonavista is a dog-friendly community. The lake pathway system and surrounding parks provide excellent walking routes for dogs. Nearby Fish Creek Provincial Park offers extensive off-leash areas and trails. Many homes have fenced yards, and the neighbourhood's mature tree-lined streets are perfect for daily walks.
Lake Bonavista holds a special place in Calgary's history as the city's first lake community. Its unique features include:
Its success sparked the development of other lake communities including Lake Bonaventure, Lake Chaparral, and McKenzie Lake.
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