Brander Gardens
Brander Gardens, previously known as Glamorgan, became part of Edmonton in 1960, forming a vital component of the city’s southwest development plan initiated in 1961. Notably, a subdivision re-plot in 1967 left behind spacious lots, particularly evident on the neighborhood’s western side. Embracing a visionary approach, Brander Gardens was integrated into the Riverbend-Terwillegar Heights Outline Plan in 1969, marking Edmonton’s first large-scale residential community design. Throughout the 1970s, the neighborhood flourished with predominantly row housing and low-rise apartments thoughtfully positioned near key thoroughfares, recreational spots, and retail centers. Curvilinear streets and strategically placed pathways encourage pedestrian and bicycle travel, fostering a vibrant community spirit. Named after George Brander, whose peony gardens once adorned the Bonnie Doon area, Brander Gardens enjoys proximity to the serene river valley, Fort Edmonton Park, and convenient access to commercial amenities via the nearby Whitemud Freeway.