| Ranchlands | |
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| Coordinates: | |
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| Country |  Canada |
| Province |  Alberta |
| City |  Calgary |
| Quadrant | NW |
| Ward | 2 |
| Established | 1977 |
| Annexed | 1961 |
| Government [1] | |
| - Administrative body | Calgary City Council |
| - Alderman | Gord Lowe |
| Area | |
| - Total | 2.3 km² (0.9 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,160 m (3,806 ft) |
| Population (2006)[2] | |
| - Total | 7,698 |
| - Average Income | $60,727 |
| Website: Ranchlands Community Association | |
Ranchlands is a residential neighbourhood in the north-west quadrant of Calgary, Alberta. It is bounded to the north by John Laurie Boulevard, to the east by Sarcee Trail, to the south by Crowchild Trail and to the west by Nose Hill Drive. The area was annexed to the City of Calgary in 1961 and Ranchlands was established in 1977. It is represented in the Calgary City Council by Ward 2 Alderman Gord Lowe.[3]
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Demographics
In 2006 the neighbourhood had a population of 7,698.[4] Residents in this community had a median household income of $60,727 in 2000, and there were 15.1% low income residents living in the neighborhood.[1] As of 2000, 21.7% of the residents were immigrants. A proportion of 9% of the buildings were condominiums or apartments, and 27.4% of the housing was used for renting.[2]
Education
The community is served by Ranchlands Community public school and St. Rita Elementary School (catholic).
See also
References
- ^ a b City of Calgary (2004). Ward 2 Profile. Retrieved on 2007-05-16.
- ^ a b City of Calgary (2006). Ranchlands Community Statistics. Retrieved on 2007-05-16.
- ^ Federation of Calgary Communities. Ranchlands Community. Retrieved on 2007-05-16.
- ^ City of Calgary (2006). Community Population Comparison. Retrieved on 2007-05-16.
External links
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