Varsity Community Association

Varsity Community Association was incorporated in October, 1965 and for over 50 years has had the Mission of “Enhancing and Enriching the Quality of Community for Varsity Residents.

Led by a volunteer Board of Directors and a professional staff of approximately 30, the association offers programs, activities and civic engagement for its residents and members.

Varsity Community Association (VCA) is a non-profit organization registered under the Societies Act of Alberta and a charity registered with Canada Revenue Agency.

Its centre of operations is the Varsity Community Centre where over 25 weekly programs and events are held every week in addition to banquets, town hall meetings, church gatherings and one of Calgary’s largest childcare centres. On the grounds one can find a ¾ NHL size ice rink, a pleasure rink, basketball nets, 4 tennis courts and a large community garden. For a complete listing of programs and activities, please click on the Newsletter Link to the right.

VCA also has an active Civic Affairs Committee of residents whose mandate is to liaise with the City of Calgary and developers on traffic and development issues to ensure Varsity residents can enjoy a safe and welcoming neighbourhood.

Affiliated organizations are the Better Business Bureau of Southern Alberta, the Federation of Calgary Communities, Sport Calgary, SOCAN and the City of Calgary.