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The area now known as Bearspaw was originally inhabited by the Stoney Nakoda people, who refer to themselves as "Nakoda," meaning "friend" or "ally."
The community's name honors 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 and the British Crown.
The name comes from a prominent Stoney Nakoda Chief named Chief Masgwaahisd, which translates to Bear’s Paw in English. He was a respected leader of the Bearspaw band, one of the three groups that make up the Stoney Nakoda Nation in Alberta. The area was named in his honour, reflecting the region’s Indigenous heritage & its connection to the Stoney people, who have lived in the foothills & mountains of Alberta for generations.
The establishment of a railway station in 1909 marked the official naming of the area as Bearspaw. This development facilitated increased accessibility & growth.
Early settlers, primarily dairy farmers, were attracted to Bearspaw's fertile lands. It then gradually expanded to include ranches, farms & subdivisions.
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 (K-12) Grades: Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12 (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 (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).
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 & activities. Today's Bearspaw School opened in 2002 in a peaceful rural setting for children from the Bearspaw area from ECS to Grade 8. Children who live in the surrounding areas are bussed to the school. High school age children are able to travel by bus to Cochrane.
This centre offers a range of activities & facilities, a banquet hall, gymnasium, dance studio & meeting rooms, catering to 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.

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