Established in 1900, Mission is a beautiful community which is bordered entirely on its eastern and southern side by the Elbow River --- a rare characteristic for any community in Calgary. The northern border of the community consists of 17th Avenue SW, while the western is formed by 4th Street SW. Home prices generally range in the $600s in this community, which has 3,177 residences in total and a population, declining year over year, of 4,325 as of 2012.

Transit
Bus route 403 handles runs nearby. Easily accessible CTrain routes are located close by as well on 7th Avenue SW.

Parks & Recreation
The history of Mission is much more interesting than most Calgary communities. It was first founded as a Catholic mission, for example -- it's name is not simply given by a builder. The community is located close to Reader Rock Gardens, but parks and other outdoor space isn't the hallmark of Mission; rather, 4th Street, which makes up its western border, is the focal point. This area isn't just popular with community residents, but Calgary as a whole. Also more interestingly, dining -- not shopping -- is the focus of 4th Street, since it has over 35 restaurants.

Schools
● Earl Grey School
● Mount Royal Junior High
● Western Canada High School
● St. Mary's High School

Houses of Worship
● Knox United Church
● Calgary Standard Wesleyan Church
● Cathedral Church of the Redeemer
● First Baptist Church