Briarwood, Saskatoon
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Briarwood is a residential neighbourhood located in the southeast part of Saskatoon
, Saskatchewan
, Canada
. The majority of its residents live in low-density, single detached dwellings. As of 2009, the area is home to 4,473 residents. The neighbourhood is considered a middle to high-income area, with an average family income of $117,619, an average dwelling value of $449,158 and a home ownership rate of 97.0%.
Unlike most Saskatoon neighbourhoods, which name streets to honour noteworthy individuals or places, Briarwood's streets all begin with the letter "B". This makes Briarwood and the neighbourhood of Eastview
somewhat unique with their more generic street naming conventions.
and Greater Saskatoon Catholic School Division
opted not to build schools in Briarwood, much to the resentment of some residents, who purchased homes assuming that schools would be built. A conflict ensued between homeowners and the land developers who wished to have the land rezoned for houses.
of the Conservative Party of Canada
, first elected in 2000 and re-elected in 2004, 2006 and 2008.
Provincially, the area is within the constituency of Saskatoon Southeast
. It is currently represented by Don Morgan of the Saskatchewan Party
, first elected in 2003 and re-elected in 2007.
In Saskatoon's non-partisan municipal politics, Briarwood lies within ward 8. It is currently represented by Councillor Glen Penner, who has served on the city council during four periods: 1972-1976, 1979–1982, 1988–1994, and 2000–present.
The Briarwood Community Association represents local interests in discussions with the city on quality of life issues. To promote a sense of community, volunteers organize various events throughout the year, operate programs out of the Briarwood Recreation Centre and maintain the outdoor rink on Briarwood Pond.
and to the northwest along 8th Street.
to the north, Boychuk Drive to the west, Taylor Street to the south, and Canadian Pacific Railway tracks to the east. Inside those boundaries, the roads are a mix of local and collector
roads.
Saskatoon
Saskatoon is a city in central Saskatchewan, Canada, on the South Saskatchewan River. Residents of the city of Saskatoon are called Saskatonians. The city is surrounded by the Rural Municipality of Corman Park No. 344....
, Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan
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, Canada
Canada
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. The majority of its residents live in low-density, single detached dwellings. As of 2009, the area is home to 4,473 residents. The neighbourhood is considered a middle to high-income area, with an average family income of $117,619, an average dwelling value of $449,158 and a home ownership rate of 97.0%.
History
The land where Briarwood now exists was originally farmland, owned by the late Mike Boychuk. He would become the owner of Boychuk Construction, a major Saskatoon homebuilder founded in 1945. Boychuk Drive, which forms Briarwood's western boundary, bears his name. The land was annexed by the city in the period between 1975 and 1979. Home construction began in 1988, but reached its peak between 1996 and 2001.Unlike most Saskatoon neighbourhoods, which name streets to honour noteworthy individuals or places, Briarwood's streets all begin with the letter "B". This makes Briarwood and the neighbourhood of Eastview
Eastview, Saskatoon
Eastview is a mostly residential neighbourhood located in south-central Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. It is a suburban subdivision, consisting of low-density, single detached dwellings, low-rise apartment buildings and semi-detached houses. As of 2007, the area is home to 3,566 residents...
somewhat unique with their more generic street naming conventions.
Education
The Saskatoon Public School DivisionSaskatoon Public School Division
Saskatoon Public Schools is the largest school system in Saskatoon and is the second largest in Saskatchewan.Saskatoon Public Schools has approximately 22,000 students with 44 elementary schools and 9 high schools. The offices of the Saskatoon School Board are housed in the Eaton's Building. ...
and Greater Saskatoon Catholic School Division
Greater Saskatoon Catholic School Division
Greater Saskatoon Catholic School Division is Saskatchewan’s largest Catholic school division. The Greater Saskatoon Catholic School Division has approximately 15,000 students in 44 schools located in Saskatoon and surrounding rural districts. St. Pauls R.C.S.S.D No. 20 belongs to Department of...
opted not to build schools in Briarwood, much to the resentment of some residents, who purchased homes assuming that schools would be built. A conflict ensued between homeowners and the land developers who wished to have the land rezoned for houses.
Government and politics
Briarwood exists within the federal electoral district of Blackstrap. It is currently represented by Lynne YelichLynne Yelich
Lynne Yelich , PC, MP is a third-generation Croatian-Canadian politician and the MP for the riding of Blackstrap. The riding of Blackstrap includes Yelich's home town of Kenaston, Saskatchewan, identified as the largest Croatian farming settlement in Canada...
of the Conservative Party of Canada
Conservative Party of Canada
The Conservative Party of Canada , is a political party in Canada which was formed by the merger of the Canadian Alliance and the Progressive Conservative Party of Canada in 2003. It is positioned on the right of the Canadian political spectrum...
, first elected in 2000 and re-elected in 2004, 2006 and 2008.
Provincially, the area is within the constituency of Saskatoon Southeast
Saskatoon Southeast
Saskatoon Southeast is a provincial electoral district for the Legislative Assembly of Saskatchewan, Canada.Created for the 22nd Saskatchewan general election in 1991 as "Saskatoon Wildwood", today the district encompasses the Wildwood, Rosewood, Lakewood, Briarwood, The Willows and Stonebridge...
. It is currently represented by Don Morgan of the Saskatchewan Party
Saskatchewan Party
The Saskatchewan Party is a conservative liberal political party in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan. The party was established in 1997 by a coalition of former provincial Progressive Conservative and Liberal party members and supporters who sought to remove the Saskatchewan New Democratic...
, first elected in 2003 and re-elected in 2007.
In Saskatoon's non-partisan municipal politics, Briarwood lies within ward 8. It is currently represented by Councillor Glen Penner, who has served on the city council during four periods: 1972-1976, 1979–1982, 1988–1994, and 2000–present.
Parks and recreation
- Briarwood Linear Park - 2.2 acres
- Briarwood Swale - 14.3 acres
- Briarwood Lake Park - 16.1 acres
- Briarwood Neighbourhood Park - 17.4 acres
The Briarwood Community Association represents local interests in discussions with the city on quality of life issues. To promote a sense of community, volunteers organize various events throughout the year, operate programs out of the Briarwood Recreation Centre and maintain the outdoor rink on Briarwood Pond.
Public services
Briarwood is a part of the east division of the Saskatoon Police Services patrol system. Saskatoon Fire & Protective Services' east division covers the neighbourhood. Transit services to Briarwood are provided by Saskatoon Transit on route No. 5 (Briarwood - Fairhaven).Commercial
At present, no parts of Briarwood have commercial development. 94 home-based businesses exist in the area. The nearest commercial areas lies to the south in the Lakewood Suburban CentreLakewood Suburban Centre, Saskatoon
Lakewood Suburban Centre is a mixed-development neighbourhood located in southeast Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. It is a classified as a "suburban centre" subdivision, composed of medium to high-density multiple-unit dwellings, commercial areas and civic facilities. As of 2006, the area is home...
and to the northwest along 8th Street.
Location
Briarwood is located within the Lakewood Suburban Development Area. It is bounded by 8th Street8th Street East (Saskatoon, Saskatchewan)
8th Street East is a road serving the city of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. It begins as a continuation of a minor residential street at Highway 219 in Saskatoon, and runs through the city, eventually exiting the city limits, going through the eastern part of Corman Park Rural Municipality and...
to the north, Boychuk Drive to the west, Taylor Street to the south, and Canadian Pacific Railway tracks to the east. Inside those boundaries, the roads are a mix of local and collector
Collector road
A collector road or distributor road is a low to moderate-capacity road which serve to move traffic from local streets to arterial roads. Unlike arterials, collectors are also designed to provide access to residential properties...
roads.