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Lake Bonavista
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Lake Bonavista

Calgary's original lake community

Location SE Calgary
Established Late 1960s
Lake / amenity ~52-acre private lake
Typical homes Mature bungalows & two-storeys

Lake Bonavista was Calgary's first lake community and is widely described as the first in Canada built around a man-made lake. It set the model for every Calgary lake community that followed.

Its main lake covers about 52 acres, with beaches, a clubhouse and year-round programs for members. Mature trees and roomy 1960s- and 1970s-era bungalows and two-storey homes on generous lots give it a settled, established feel that buyers love.

Community highlights

  • Calgary's original lake community
  • Mature, tree-lined streets and larger lots
  • Year-round lake programming for members
  • Easy access to Fish Creek Provincial Park and Macleod Trail

Amenities, association fees and rules vary and change over time. Confirm current details with the residents’ association before you buy.

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