Montgomery Place, Saskatoon
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| City of Saskatoon Neighbourhoods | |
|---|---|
| Montgomery Place | |
| Confederation Suburban Development Area | |
| Population: | 2,557 |
| Average Family Income: | $70,734 |
| Average Household Size: | 3 |
| Homeownership: | 87.5% |
| Average Home Selling Price: | $198,582 |
| Municipal Ward: | 2 |
| Web Page: | Montgomery Place |
| Statistics c2005 [1] | |
Montgomery Place, is a post World War II community erected for veterans outside of the city of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, which consists primarily of residential homes. [2][3] It was amalgamated within the city of Saskatoon in 1956. [4]
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[edit] History
Most of this neighbourhood was built after World War II as a part of the Veterans' Land Act settlement plan. 10 years later in 1955 it became a neighborhood of Saskatoon [5][6][7]
This monumnet commemorates the Canadian Forces veterans who built their homes here during the years 1946-77. Montgomery Place was established with small land holdings under the Federal Government;s Veteran's Land Act for men and women returning from World War II and the Korean War. Dedicated Sept. 16, 1999
– Image Origins of Montgomery Place
Field Marshal B.L. Montgomery (1887-1976) Montgomery was one of the most inspirational British military leaders of the Second World War. After significant victories over German General Erwin Rommel in North Africa (1942-1944), he was promoted to Field Marshall in command of British and Canadian troops. Montgomery presided over the Battles of Arnhem and Normandy and accepted the formal surrender of the German military at Luneburg Heath on May 4th, 1945. His flair for command and the absolute belief in his infallibility made him a legendary, if not always popular, leader.
– Image B.L. Montgomery
Lt. Colonel Cecil Merritt (1908-1991) Lt. Col. Cecil Merritt won the first Victoria Cross given to a Canadian in WWII for gallantry and inspired leaderhip during the disastrous raid in Dieppe. He landed with the South Saskatchewan Regiment at Pourville on August 19, 1942. To capture important high ground to the east, they had to cross the Scie by a bridge under heavy fire. Seeing the situations, Merritt walked on to the bridge, waved his helmet to encourage his men, and shouted: "Come on over, there's nothing to worry about here." After hours of heavy fighting, Merritt and his men were taken captive. Merritt was commended for his leadership while a prisoner.
– Image Cecil Merritt
[edit] Layout
11th Street is the northernmost road in Montgomery. Chappell Drive is the furthest west residential road, whereas Dundonald Avenue is the easternmost. Cassino Avenue is encompassed to the south. The neighborhood is a conglomeration of streets and avenues in near grid fashion combined with courts. The neighbourhood naming practices honour the history and theaters of World War II.[8][9]
[edit] Streets
The following streets are located in this area:
11th Street, Caen Street, Arnhem Street, Normandy Street, Ortona Street, Merritt Street, Dieppe Street, Mountbatten Street, McNaughton Avenue, Elevator Road, Rockingham Avenue, Haida Avenue, Simonds Avenue, Cassino Avenue & Place, Crerar Drive, Crescent Boulevard, Lancaster Boulevard & Crescent, Bader Crescent, Dundonald Avenue, Chappell Drive
[edit] Education and Notable natives
- Montgomery School Public Elementary School
- St. Dominic Separate Elementary School
[edit] Shopping
The Confederation Suburban Center is the closest large retail center and contains 400 operating businesses which is 8% of Saskatoon's retail sector. The Blairmore suburban Center is under construction.
In addition Montgomery Place is home to Greg's Grocery Plus, a favourite local bakery and convenience store. The neighbourhood was once home to the legendary Montgomery Grocery, which currently stands vacant on the corner of Dundonald Ave. and 11th Street. Prominent community figures Jamie Prefontaine and Nathan Risling, once regular customers of the store, have plans to revive Montgomery Grocery and reclaim its place as the toast of the neighbourhood.
[edit] See also
List of shopping malls in Saskatoon
[edit] Community Events
The annual Montgomery Garage Sale occurs on the first Saturday in May. By all measures, this is the largest community garage sale in Saskatoon. Many community groups use the event as an opportunity to host fundraising barbecues and bake sales. If you plan to attend, it is advisable to avoid driving as the neighbourhood becomes terribly congested on the day of the event.
In addition, Montgomery Place hosts its very own Remembrance Day ceremony each year in Montgomery Park. Given its unique history as a veteran's neighbourhood (as reflected by many of the street names), there is always overwhelming community support for the service.[10] [11]
[edit] Area Parks
- Gougeon Park 2.26 acres
- Lt. Col. Drayton Walker Park 1.93 acres
- Lt. Gen. G.G. Simonds Park 2.76 acres
- Montgomery Park 8.32 acres
[edit] Transportation
[edit] City Transit
[edit] Location
Coordinates: 52°6'37"N 106°43'51"W
- Montgomery Place, Saskatoon is at coordinates Coordinates:
| North: AgPro Industrial Confederation Suburban Centre |
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| West: Corman Park No. 344 | Montgomery Place | East: South West Industrial |
| South: CN yards Management Area Chappell Drive |
[edit] References
- ^ Neighborhood Profiles
- ^ [http://www.montgomeryplace.ca/history/cairns.pdf Memorial Cairn Dedication Service] URL accessed March 18, 2007
- ^ Newspaper Articles URL accessed March 18, 2007
- ^ [History of Saskatoon#Post War Years|History of Saskatoon] URL accessed April 1, 2007
- ^ [http://www.montgomeryplace.ca/history/50thprogram.pdf 50th Anniverary Celebration] URL accessed March 18, 2007
- ^ Montgomery Park 1955 URL accessed March 18, 2007
- ^ Saskatoon History Review Montgomery URL accessed March 18, 2007
- ^ Trinity Church URL accessed March 18, 2007
- ^ Pictures of CN URL accessed March 18, 2007
- ^ History of the Marshall Building/Mitchells URL accessed March 18, 2007
- ^ Memories of Montgomery Place by Margaret Gent 1996 URL accessed March 18, 2007
- ^ City of Saskatoon · Departments · Community Services · Community ...URL accessed March 18, 2007
- ^ Selling an Idea or a ProductURL accessed January 27, 2007
[edit] External links
- City of Saskatoon City of Saskatoon · Departments · Community Services · City Planning · ZAM Maps
- Populace Spring 2006
