Lakeridge, Saskatoon
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| Lakeridge | |
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| Country |  Canada |
| Province |  Saskatchewan |
| City | Saskatoon |
| Suburban Development Area | Lakewood |
| Neighbourhood | Lakeridge |
| Annexed | 1975-1979 |
| Construction | 1982-1995 |
| Government | |
| - Type | Municipal (Ward 9) |
| - Administrative body | Saskatoon City Council |
| - Councillor | Tiffany Paulsen |
| Area | |
| - Total | 1.2 km² (0.5 sq mi) |
| Population (2006) | |
| - Total | 3,879 |
| - Average Income | $92,087 |
| Time zone | UTC (UTC-6) |
| City of Saskatoon Neighbourhoods | |
| Website: Lakeridge Community Association | |
Lakeridge is a residential neighbourhood located in the southeast part of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. Almost all of its residents live in low-density, single detached houses. As of 2006, the area is home to 3,879 residents. The neighbourhood is considered an upper-income area, with an average family income of $92,087, an average dwelling value of $219,837 and a home ownership rate of 99.6%.[1]
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[edit] History
The land where Lakeridge now exists was annexed in the period between 1975 and 1979. Home construction was at its peak from 1981 until 1985 and the area was originally branded as part of neighbouring Lakeview before being given a separate designation in the mid-1980s. The streets in Lakeridge are named after Saskatchewan lakes.[2]
[edit] Government and politics
Lakeridge 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 and re-elected in 2007.
In Saskatoon's non-partisan municipal politics, Lakeridge lies within ward 9. It is currently represented by Councillor Tiffany Paulsen, first elected in 2000 and re-elected in 2003 and 2006.
[edit] Institutions
[edit] Education
- Lakeridge School - public elementary, part of the Saskatoon Public School Division[3]
- St. Luke School - separate (Catholic) elemenatary, part of the Greater Saskatoon Catholic School Division[4]
[edit] Parks and recreation
- Crocus Park (18.2 acres)
The Lakeridge Community Association organizes social activities, maintains the outdoor rink and playground in Crocus Park, and delivers a variety of leisure and sports programs for adults, children/youth, and preschoolers. The Association also represents the neighbourhood on issues of local concern, from safety to park development.[5]
[edit] Commercial
There are no commercial areas in Lakeridge. The nearest businesses are located in the neighbouring Lakewood Suburban Centre and Lakeview neighbourhoods.
[edit] Location
Lakeridge is located within the Lakewood Suburban Development Area. It is bounded by Taylor Street to the north, Weyakwin Drive to the west, Highway 16 to the south, and Boychuk Drive to the east. Inside those boundaries, the roads are a mix of local roads and collector roads.
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Wildwood Lakeview |
Wildwood | Briarwood |
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| R.M. of Corman Park | R.M. of Corman Park | Rosewood |
[edit] References
- ^ Lakeridge neighbourhood profile. City of Saskatoon - City Planning Branch (2007). Retrieved on 2008-02-01.
- ^ Populace Spring 2006. City of Saskatoon - City Planning Branch (2006). Retrieved on 2008-02-01.
- ^ Lakeridge School. Saskatoon Public School Division. Retrieved on 2008-02-03.
- ^ St. Luke School. Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools. Retrieved on 2008-02-03.
- ^ Lakeridge Community Association. City of Saskatoon - Community Services Department. Retrieved on 2008-02-03.
[edit] External links
- Lakeridge neighbourhood profile - 2006
- City of Saskatoon City of Saskatoon · Departments · Community Services · City Planning · ZAM Maps
- Populace Spring 2006
- Lakeridge Community Association
- Saskatoon Neighborhoods Word Search Puzzle
