Glenora, Alberta

Glenora is a residential neighborhood in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, and is part of the city of Edmonton. The Glenora Community League, which was founded in 1949, is the organization that represents it. Tennis courts, basketball courts, and an outdoor ice rink are all maintained by the organization.

A river lot farm owned by Malcolm Groat, the forefather of Groat Road, Glenora was originally part of that property and was homesteaded by him. A number of owners claimed ownership of the land before it was finally purchased by James Carruthers, a wealthy grain merchant from Montreal, in 1905. At this point, the city came to an end at the ravine where Groat Road is now located.

Carruthers wished to develop the region as a residential neighborhood, but he recognized that transportation for commuters would be a challenge in this endeavor. Eventually, he struck an arrangement with the City of Edmonton to construct a bridge across the ravine in 1909. This was done in exchange for the city ensuring that streetcar service would be extended in the neighborhood.

The City desired a bridge that was 12 meters wide, but ultimately agreed on a bridge that was 6 meters wide and a grant of land. The completion of the Caruthers bridge in 1910 signaled the beginning of the growth of the surrounding area. The bridge made it possible to build the new official home for the Lieutenant Governors of Alberta, which was finished in 1913 and is still in use today.

The Government House, on the other hand, significantly hindered the development process. The local elite desired to dwell in close proximity to the governor’s mansion, with a view of the river valley, and with easy access to the city’s public transportation system.

The Government House served as the official residence of the province’s first six lieutenant governors. Today, it is used for government functions such as conferences, receptions, and banquets. By supporting the Government House Foundation, the public can gain a better understanding of the historical significance of Government House. There are 12 volunteers on the committee, who are all nominated by the Lieutenant Governor in Council.

The Provincial Museum of Alberta, which served as the forerunner to the Royal Alberta Museum, opened its doors in 1967. When Queen Elizabeth II paid a visit to the Alberta Centennial in 2005, the name of the museum was changed to the Royal Alberta Museum.

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