Like many neighbourhoods, Sunalta has it’s challenges – not the least of which is traffic.
The community, whose name is derived from ‘Sunny Alberta’, got a boost when the LRT came in.
“I think it’s fantastic. When the LRT came to our neighborhood a lot more young professionals wanted to live in this part of town,” said Nick Twyman, President of the Sunalta Community Association.
But another form of transportation is causing problems.
Nearly 100,000 vehicles a day use 14th Street and Bow Trail as thoroughfares.
Another 100,000 use Crowchild Trail.
“Right now we feel like a bit of a freeway,” said Twyman.
But Sunalta could become more of a destination with a thriving business community if plans to build a massive sports entertainment complex get off the ground.
“It can be a good thing if it’s controlled and if there are facilities here for people to use, to stay in their neighbourhood and increase business,” added Twyman.
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