Silverspring, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
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| City of Saskatoon Neighborhoods | |
|---|---|
| Silverspring | |
| University Heights Suburban Development Area | |
| Population: | 3,525 |
| Average Family Income: | $78,914 |
| Average Household Size: | 3.1 |
| Homeownership: | 97.8% |
| Average Home Selling Price: | $177,378 |
| Municipal Ward: | 10 |
| Map: | Silverspring Subdivision |
| Statistics c2005 - [1] | |
Silverspring is a one of the newest and fastest growing residential communities located in northeast Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
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[edit] Location
Within the University Heights SDA is the neighborhood of Silverspring. Silverspring is bounded by Agra Road to the North, and Attridge Drive to the South. Central Avenue defines the western boundary. Lowe Road traverses between Agra Road. Attridge drive is to the east, however, Attridge drive also encompasses the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo as well as Silverspring Sudivision. Laycoe Crescent and Fairbrother Close are the furthest roads to the east of Silverspring.
[edit] History
The majority of Silverspring was constructed during the late 1980s and through the 1990s, on land formerly administered by the University of Saskatchewan.
[edit] Education
- Silverspring School - public elementary, part of the Saskatoon Public School Division [2]
- Mother Teresa School - separate (Catholic) elementary, part of Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools [3]
[edit] Features
- The Saskatoon Natural Grasslands exists preserved in Silverspring. [4] In its 34 acres, the endangered fescue has been preserved. As is is uncultivated grassland, the prairie crocus heralds spring at the end of winter. Many types of plants, such as grasses, lichens, wildflowers and fungi can be found in this ecosystem. [5] An interpretive centre has been set up in the Mother Teresa School yard for this reserve park and the Saskatoon Nature Society provides education sessions for students, and for the public in summer months. [6]
- Just to the north west of Silverspring is an off-leash dog park between the Regional Psychiatric Centre and Petturson's Ravine.
[edit] Roads
Famous athletes and contributors to the sports world had roadways of Silverspring named in their honour, such as Somers Road, Kristjanson Road, McWillie Ave, Haslam Crescent/Place/Way, Pobran Crescent/Lane, and Carr Lane/Crescent/Terrace/Court.[7]
- Konihowski Road regales the successes of Diane Jones Konihowski, an Olympic contender in the five-event pentathlon, which includes the 100 metre hurdles, shot put, high jump, long jump, and an 800 metre run [8]; and her husband, John Konihowski, a CFL receiver and all-round athlete as runner, hurdler, and long jumper. [9]
- Laycoe Crescent, Court, Terrace and Lane honour Hal Laycoe, who played eleven seasons in the National Hockey League.
- Fairbrother Crescent, Court, Avenue, Terrace, Place and Close are named for the Sports Hall of Fame inductee Glenna Fairbrother nee Sebestyen for her talents in gymnastics. Although she went by the name Glenna Sebestyen during her gymnastics career, the use of the name Sebestyen was in use for her brother in the Silverwood Heights area.
- Bourgonje Court and Crescent remember the 1998 Paralympic racer Colette Bourgonje of Nagano fame. [10]
- Le May Crescent and Court signify Catriona Le May Doan, who won the 500 metre gold medal at the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, Utah[11]
- Pezer Crescent, Court looks at the accomplishments of Dr. Vera Pezer, curling skip who won three consecutive Canadian ladies curling championships.[12]
- Scissons Crescent honours Jim Scissons, who excelled in both hockey and golf. [13]
- In addition, Carr Crescent, Cove, Lane and Terrace were named in memory of Denny Carr, a local radio personality.
[edit] Recreation
Silverspring Commmuity Association puts together programs for the fall and winter and coordinates summer activies at the various recreation outlets. [14] [15]
[edit] Area Parks
- Dave King Park
- Silverspring Park
- Christine Morris Park
[edit] Layout
The Silverspring area is rectangular, longer through the north and south area, and not as wide. It is made up of courts, crescents, and terraces for the roadway system.
[edit] Location
| North: Corman Park No. 344 | ||
| West: Regional Psychiatric Centre | U of S North Lands Management Area | Silverspring | East: Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo | University Heights Suburban Centre | Northeast Development Area |
| South: Forest Grove |
[edit] References
- ^ Silverspring
- ^ Silverspring School URL accessed January 30, 2007
- ^ Mother Teresa School URL accessed March 27, 2007
- ^ Tourism Saskatoon - Saskatoon Natural Grassland Reserve URL accessed January 30, 2007
- ^ MeewasinURL accessed January 30, 2007
- ^ Wikimapia URL accessed January 30, 2007
- ^ Populace Newsletter - Spring 2006URL accessed February 8, 2007
- ^ [1]URL accessed January 30, 2007
- ^ Saskatoon Sports Hall of FameURL accessed January 30, 2007
- ^ [2]URL accessed January 30, 2007
- ^ 2002 Athlete of the Month AwardsURL accessed January 30, 2007
- ^ Prairie Gold Saskatchewan Sports - Biography - Pezer, VeraURL accessed January 30, 2007
- ^ Prairie Gold Saskatchewan Sports - Biography - Scissons, JimURL accessed January 30, 2007
- ^ City of Saskatoon · Departments · Community Services · Community ...URL accessed January 30, 2007
- ^ Community AssociationURL accessed February 5, 2007
- ^ Selling an Idea or a ProductURL accessed January 27, 2007
[edit] External Links
- Silverspring map and demographics City of Saskatoon
- Saskatoon Neighborhoods Word Search Puzzle
- City of Saskatoon · Departments · Community Services · Leisure ...
- Silverspring Photos
