Calgary West

Calgary West is a federal electoral district in Alberta, Canada, that has been represented in the Canadian House of Commons from 1917 to 1953, and since 1979. It is located in the western part of the City of Calgary.

The electoral district was originally created in 1914 from Calgary riding. It was abolished in 1952 with parts being transferred to Calgary North, Calgary South, Bow River and Red Deer ridings. It was re-created in 1976 from Calgary North, Calgary South, Calgary Centre, Macleod and Palliser ridings.

From 1993 to 1997, Calgary West was represented by future Prime Minister Stephen Harper. Harper represents the nearby riding of Calgary Southwest.

Read more about Calgary West:  Members of Parliament

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