Briarwood, Saskatoon
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| Country |  Canada |
| Province |  Saskatchewan |
| City | Saskatoon |
| Suburban Development Area | Lakewood |
| Neighbourhood | Briarwood |
| Annexed | 1975-1979 |
| Construction | 1986-2001 |
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| - Type | Municipal (Ward 9) |
| - Administrative body | Saskatoon City Council |
| - Councillor | Tiffany Paulsen |
| Area | |
| - Total | 1.7 km² (0.7 sq mi) |
| Population (2006) | |
| - Total | 3,967 |
| - Average Income | $105,651 |
| Time zone | UTC (UTC-6) |
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| Website: Briarwood Community Association | |
Briarwood is a residential neighbourhood located in the southeast part of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. The majority of its residents live in low-density, single detached dwellings. As of 2006, the area is home to 3,967 residents. The neighbourhood is considered a middle to high-income area, with an average family income of $105,651, an average dwelling value of $251,418 and a home ownership rate of 98.6%.[1]
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[edit] History
The land where Briarwood now exists was originally farmland, owned by the late Mike Boychuk. He would become the owner of Boychuk Construction, a major Saskatoon homebuilder founded in 1945.[2] Boychuk Drive, which forms Briarwood's western boundary, bears his name. The land was annexed by the city in the period between 1975 and 1979.[3] Home construction began in 1988, but reached its peak between 1996 and 2001.[1]
Unlike most Saskatoon neighbourhoods, which name streets to honour noteworthy individuals or places, Briarwood's streets all begin with the letter "B". This makes Briarwood and the neighbourhood of Eastview somewhat unique with their more generic street naming conventions.
[edit] Institutions
[edit] Education
In 2003, the Public School Board along with the Catholic School Board decided not to build schools in Briarwood.[4]
[edit] Government and politics
Briarwood exists within the federal electoral district of Blackstrap. It is currently represented by Lynne Yelich of the Conservative Party of Canada, first elected in 2000 and re-elected in 2004 and 2006.
Provincially, the area is within the constituency of Saskatoon Southeast. It is currently represented by Don Morgan of the Saskatchewan Party, first elected in 2003.
In Saskatoon's non-partisan municipal politics, Briarwood lies within ward 9. It is currently represented by Councillor Tiffany Paulsen, first elected in 2000 and re-elected in 2003 and 2006.
[edit] Parks and recreation
- Briarwood Linear Park (2.2 acres)
- Briarwood Swale (14.3 acres)
- Briarwood Lake Park (16.1 acres)
- Briarwood Neighbourhood Park (17.4 acres)
The Briarwood Community Association represents local interests in discussions with the city on quality of life issues. To promote a sense of community, volunteers organize various events throughout the year, operate programs out of the Briarwood Recreation Centre and maintain the outdoor rink on Briarwood Pond.[5]
[edit] Public services
Briarwood is a part of the east division of the Saskatoon Police Servies patrol system. This division services east of the South Saskatchewan River which encompasses the thirty one neighbourhoods, two industrial areas.[6] The three Saskatoon hospitals are located in other nearby neighborhoods. St. Paul's Hospital is located in Pleasant Hill, Royal University Hospital is located in the University of Saskatchewan Land Management area, and Saskatoon City Hospital is located in City Park. Water is treated and supplied by the City of Saskatoon Water and Wastewater Treatment Branch.[7] Briarwood is served by the City of Saskatoon Saskatoon Fire & Protective Services.[8]
[edit] Commercial
At present, no parts of Briarwood have commercial development. 65 home-based businesses exist in the area.[1]
[edit] Location
Briarwood is located within the Lakewood Suburban Development Area. It is bounded by 8th Street to the north, Boychuk Drive to the west, Taylor Street to the south, and Canadian Pacific Railway tracks to the east. Inside those boundaries, the roads are a mix of local and collector roads.
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[edit] References
- ^ a b c Briarwood neighbourhood profile. City of Saskatoon - City Planning Branch (2007). Retrieved on 2007-10-21.
- ^ Boychuk Homes. Retrieved on 2007-10-21.
- ^ Populace - Spring 2006. City of Saskatoon. Retrieved on 2007-10-21.
- ^ Future Use of Undeveloped School Sites in Briarwood - Online Petition. Retrieved on 2007-10-21.
- ^ Briarwood Community Association. Briarwood Community Association. Retrieved on 2007-10-21.
- ^ Saskatoon Police Service. Retrieved on 2008-05-11.
- ^ City of Saskatoon Departments Utility Services Water Treatment. Retrieved on 2008-05-11.
- ^ You must specify title = and url = when using {{cite web}}.. City of Saskatoon · Departments · Fire and Protective Services. Retrieved on 2008-05-11.
[edit] External links
- Briarwood neighbourhood profile - 2006
- City of Saskatoon City of Saskatoon · Departments · Community Services · City Planning · ZAM Maps
- Populace Spring 2006
- Briarwood Community Association
- Saskatoon Neighborhoods Word Search Puzzle
