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Chief Masgwaahsid (Bear's Paw):
The community's name honours Chief Masgwaahsid, also known as Bear's Paw, a prominent leader of the Stoney Nakoda Nation. He was a key figure during the signing of Treaty 7 in 1877, which established agreements between several First Nations & the British Crown.
The establishment of a railway station in 1909 was the official naming of Bearspaw, & this gave more access & growth to the area.
Early settlers, primarily dairy farmers, were attracted to Bearspaw's fertile lands. The community expanded to include Ranches, Farms, & Subdivisions.
In 1920, the first schoolhouse was constructed, featuring a single classroom. This school served the community until its closure in 1965.
To preserve this historical landmark, the Bearspaw Historical Society was formed in 1973. The society successfully repurposed the schoolhouse, which now serves as a venue for various community events.
This centre offers a range of activities & facilities, including a banquet hall, gymnasium, dance studio, & meeting rooms for residents of all ages.
The Bearspaw Historical Society continues to document & celebrate the area's rich history, ensuring that the legacy of its early inhabitants & developments is preserved for future generations.
Public Schools:
Bearspaw School – Grades K-8.
Cochrane High School – For Grades 9-12 (for students in Bearspaw) according to local zoning.
Private / Independent School
Bearspaw Christian School Grades: Junior K-12 in one independent Christian school. Highlights: Non-denominational Christian, accredited, located within relatively easy reach of Bearspaw.
The Renert School: Grades: K-12. Program focus: Enrichment / advanced mathematics, independent school. This is another strong option within Calgary (northwest quadrant) that’s accessible from Bearspaw.
Calgary French & International School Grades: Pre-K -12. Focus: French immersion + international curriculum, private day school. Slightly further away than the first two, but still a reasonable consideration if you’re open to French bilingual programming.
Webber Academy: Using typical driving routes to Webber Academy is about 10-20 km from Bearspaw boundary and takes roughly 15-25 minutes by car (depending on the traffic).
University of Calgary (Main Campus) 2500 University Dr NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1N4. Distance: ~15–20 km (depending on where in Bearspaw you start) Driving Time: ~15–25 minutes in normal traffic. Note: Very convenient from Bearspaw — one of the closest major post-secondary campuses. Most routes use Crowchild Trail NW or Highway 1A.
Mount Royal University. 4825 Mount Royal Gate SW, Calgary, AB T3E 6K6. Distance: ~25–30 km. Driving Time: ~25–35 minutes in moderate traffic. Note:You’ll typically travel south via Stoney Trail → Glenmore Trail → Richard Rd SW. Travel time increases during rush hour (~40 minutes).


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