On Monday, September 21, 2026, coinciding with World Alzheimer’s Day, the Martin Family Legacy Garden officially opened in the Dover community (29th Street and 26th Avenue SE). This groundbreaking $3.75 million project is Canada’s first dementia-inclusive park, and the Rotary Club of Calgary Centennial (RCCC) is proud to have supported its development.
Rotary Centennial Contribution
Through a strong collaboration, four Calgary Rotary clubs (Centennial, North, Olympic, and West) partnered with District Grants to contribute $32,500 toward the construction of a beautiful gazebo in the park.
This gazebo serves as a shaded resting spot and a central gathering space for families, caregivers, and individuals on the dementia journey. RCCC was proudly represented at the park's opening ceremony by Gary Webster and his wife, Margaret.
About the Park
Five years in the making, the park’s layout was guided by researchers, caregivers, and people with lived experience. Key features include:
- Sensory Stations: Tactile gardens designed to stimulate smell, touch, and sight to help visitors stay engaged with their environment.
- Accessible Pathways: Four uniquely designed, colorful routes that are easy to navigate and wheelchair friendly.
- Community Connection: Strategically located near the Greater Forest Lawn 55+ Society and Bethany Riverview to foster a sense of belonging.
Below, we have attached photos highlighting the informative signage, accessible pathways, and the new Rotary-funded gazebo.
To learn more about the park's design and future, check out the local media coverage:
- Daily Hive: A new Calgary park that just opened is the first of its kind in Canada
- CTV News: First dementia-inclusive park opens in Calgary
