Green Space

Surrounding the homes in Garrison Green are 50 year old trees and lush lawns, reinforcing the old-fashioned neighbourhood aesthetic. Ten percent of the community will feature open green spaces, including three parks and pathways that connect to the Calgary Regional Pathway System.

The three parks in Garrison Green are:

Peacekeepers' Park

The 1.85 acre (0.75 ha) Peacekeepers' Park features a bronze statue and a Wall of Honour that commemorates Canadian peacekeeping missions and pays tribute to those who have lost their lives. It also includes a tot lot and a large open grass area.

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Buffalo Park

Buffalo Park , named after the nine Peacekeepers that were killed in a Buffalo airplane over Syria in 1974, is home to a monument of an actual Buffalo propeller, commemorative plaque, tot lot and open play space. The park is 1.3 acres (0.53 ha) in size.

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A.D. Ross Park

The 3.3 acre (1.34 ha) A.D. Ross Park provides an open play space and several large preserved trees. The local pathway running through the park connects to the Calgary Regional Pathway System.

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Click here to view a map of the parks.