Shawnessy, Calgary

Shawnessy
Neighbourhood
Shawnessy
Location of Shawnessy in Calgary
Coordinates: 50°54′30″N 114°04′47″W / 50.90833°N 114.07972°W / 50.90833; -114.07972
Country Canada
Province Alberta
City Calgary
QuadrantSW
Ward13
Established1981
Government
  MayorJyoti Gondek
  Administrative bodyCalgary City Council
  CouncillorDan McLean
Area
  Total
2.7 km2 (1.0 sq mi)
Elevation
1,060 m (3,480 ft)
Population
 (2011)
  Total
9,315
  Density3,500/km2 (8,900/sq mi)
Area code403
WebsiteShawnessy Community Association

Shawnessy is a suburban residential neighbourhood in the southwest quadrant of Calgary, Alberta. It is bounded by Shawnessy Boulevard to the north, Macleod Trail to the east, 162 Avenue S to the south and James McKevitt Road to the west.

Shawnessy was established in 1981. It is represented in the Calgary City Council by the Ward 13 councillor.

It is served by the Shawnessy station of the C-Train LRT system. Shawnessy Town Centre is a regional shopping area located east of the community.