Hudson Bay Park, Saskatoon
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| City of Saskatoon Neighbourhoods | |
|---|---|
| Hudson Bay Park | |
| Confederation Suburban Development Area | |
| Population: | 1,830 |
| Average Family Income: | $45,194 |
| Average Household Size: | 2.1 |
| Homeownership: | |
| Average Home Selling Price: | $125,383 |
| Municipal Ward: | |
| Statistics c2005 - [1] | |
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[edit] Hudson Bay Park, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Hudson Bay Park is geographically located in north west Saskatoon just south of Circle Drive along 33rd Street and Avenue P North. It is mainly characterized by single detached homes along with apartments that are less than 5 stories in height. Oliver Place is a seniors residence located in this residential neighbourhood. [2] This locale honours the pioneers of Saskatoon, as well as providing two very large park spaces which curve through the neighbourhood. The community was under construction mainly during the post war years between 1940 and 1960 when there was a housing shortage.[3] The land for this neighbourhood was annexed during the City expansion around the time of 1910 to 1915.[4] Following elementary school, students usually attend Mount Royal Collegiate in the neighboring area of Mount Royal or E.D. Feehan Catholic High School on Avenue M North a part of Caswell Hill community.
[edit] History
- The Forestry Expo 2005 was recently held at Vic Rempel City Yards. In 2005, Mayfair School toured the yards as part of the Schools Plant Legacy in Trees (SPLIT) program which promotes educational tree planting. The greenhouses and nursery of Vic Rempel City Yards often hot various school classes. [5] [6]
- The roadways are mainly named after settlers and Saskatoon pioneers.
| City of Saskatoon Neighborhoods | |
|---|---|
| Street Name | Pioneer |
| Bowerman St. | Allen Bowerman, a prominent developer |
| Howell Ave | |
| Stewart Ave | |
| John East Ave | John East Iron Works |
| Valens Dr. | VALENS, Dr. John A.[7] |
| Donald St. | |
| Faulkner Cres. | Faulkner, Norman[8] |
| Eby St. | Mr. James Eby [9] [10] [11] |
| Tiffin Ave. | |
| Statistics c2005 - [12] | |
[edit] Education
- E'cole Henry Kelsey - Public Elementary School [13]
- St. Edward School- Catholic Elementary School[14]
[edit] Area Parks
- Henry Kelsey Neighbourhood Park - 8.01 acres
- Pierre Redisson Park - 24.88 acres
- Henry Kelsey District Park - 24.12 acres
- Riversdale Kiwanis Park - 15.09 acres
These parks host a variety of activities such as sports, recreational, play and fitness.[15]
[edit] Transportation
Circle Drive is a main thoroughfare through Saskatoon which connects with 33rd Street which runs through Hudson Bay Park.
[edit] City Transit
Hudson Bay Park is serviced by the City Transit Bus Route Saskatoon Transit.
[edit] Layout
The furthest roads to the east are Avenue H North (southerly section) and Avenue I North (Northerly section). Circle Drive marks the north and west section as it runs diagonally across the corner. 31st Street is the southern most boundary.
Riversdale Kiwanis Park is along the south west corner running along Edmonton Avenue which runs within the neighborhood parallel to Circle Drive. City of Saskatoon Vic Rempel Yards: Greenhouses and nursery are along 33rd Street and Avenue P North. St. Edward School is on Avenue P South across the street from the Riversdale Kiwanis Park. Henry Kelsey Park is along Avenue I North and Howell Avenue in the North east corner. Henry Kelsey School is located in the southern edge of the park along 33rd Street East.
[edit] Shopping
On Avenue P North is a small strip mall which contains Bow wow boutique at 1619 29th Street West. There are doctor's offices,Hair N' More, Bamboo Bistro Ltd in this strip mall as well as other amenities. There used to be a small grocery store at one time.
[edit] See also
[edit] Life
Kelsey Community Association provides recreational activities for the neighborhoods of Kelsey, Hudson Bay, McNab Park, and Mayfair.[16]
[edit] References
- ^ Saskatoon Real Estate Resource Centre, Neighbourhoods, Hudson Bay Park URL accessed April 9, 2007
- ^ Oliver Place (Seniors' Directory- Saskatoon Public Library) URL accessed April 9, 2007
- ^ Saskatoon Real Estate Resource Centre, Neighbourhoods, Hudson Bay ParkURL accessed April 9, 2007
- ^ Populace Spring 2006URL accessed April 9, 2007
- ^ SOS Elms: Newsletter ArchivesURL accessed April 9, 2007
- ^ National Forest Week 2005 - Events and ActivitiesURL accessed April 9, 2007
- ^ [1] URL accessed April 9, 2007
- ^ PRAIRIE GOLD SASKATCHEWAN SPORTS (DISTINGUISHED DOZEN) URL accessed April 9, 2007
- ^ Saskatoon Gen Web Project - Narratives of Saskatoon 1882-1912 URL accessed April 9, 2007
- ^ Saskatoon Gen Web Project - Narratives of Saskatoon 1882-1912 URL accessed April 9, 2007
- ^ About Trounce House URL accessed April 9, 2007
- ^ Populace Spring 2006 URL accessed April 9, 2007
- ^ Henry Kelsey | Saskatoon Public SchoolsURL accessed April 9, 2007
- ^ St. EdwardURL accessed April 9, 2007
- ^ City of Saskatoon · Departments · Infrastructure Services · ParksURL accessed April 9, 2007
- ^ City of Saskatoon · Departments · Community Services · Community Associations URL accessed April 9, 2007
[edit] External links
- Local Area Planning
- Saskatoon Neighborhoods Word Search Puzzle
- City of Saskatoon City of Saskatoon · Departments · Community Services · City Planning · ZAM Maps
- Populace Spring 2006
[edit] Location
Coordinates: 52°8′43″N 106°41′36″W
- Hudson Bay Park, Saskatoon is at coordinates Coordinates:
| North: Westview | Airport M A | ||
| West: Massey Place | Hudson Bay Park | East: Mayfair |
| South: Mount Royal | Westmount |
