“People have to feel needed. Frequently, we just offer a job and ‘perks.’ We don’t always offer people a purpose. When people feel there is a purpose and that they’re needed, there’s not much else to do except let them do the work.”
 - Maya Angelou

Walking Tour

Take a walk through one of Calgary’s oldest residential communities. Visit historical homes, churches, parks, buildings and schools during this unique urban experience.

We would like to thank the following for their support and enthusiasm

The Calgary Foundation, Neighborhood Grants

The City of Calgary

The City of Calgary, CRC Jennifer Stelmaschuk

The City of Calgary Heritage Department and The City of Calgary Customer Service & Communications – Creative Services

A special thanks to researchers Gesche Schifferdecker and Meaghan Langrell, The Board of Hillhurst-Sunnyside and enthusiastic community residents.

Pictures were taken by Meaghan Langrell, Catherine Halkett,Gesche Schifferdecker and David Berezowski. Most importantly, thanks to all the past and present community members,and business people that have lived in the area and created its history.

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