• • Co‑op Auburn Bay – Local grocery store right in Auburn Bay with fresh produce, deli, bakery, meat department, and everyday items.
  • Save‑On‑Foods – Full‑service supermarket in Seton, a short drive away, offering a wide range of groceries.
  • Real Canadian Superstore Seton Way – Large grocery store with groceries, housewares, and more, also in Seton.
  • Sobeys ‑ Mahogany – Nearby supermarket in the Mahogany area.
  • Soffritto ‑ Fresh Olive Oil & Balsamic – Specialty Italian grocery (oil, vinegar, fine pantry items) in Mahogany.
  • Sobeys ‑ McKenzie Towne – Another Sobeys location a short drive from Auburn Bay.
  • Sobeys ‑ Cranston – Grocery store in nearby Cranston.

   Additional Option (Natural / Specialty)

  • Community Natural Foods – Natural/organic food market in the southeast Calgary area.

   Notes

  • Auburn Bay itself has Co‑op as the main grocery option within the community for daily shopping.

  • Several bigger supermarkets (e.g., Save‑On‑Foods, Superstore, Sobeys) are just a short drive away in the adjacent Seton, Mahogany, and McKenzie Towne areas.

  • Specialty grocery options like Italian pantry goods and natural foods are also available nearby.

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• Casual everyday options Tim Hortons – Classic Canadian chain for coffee, donuts, and quick breakfast grabs, right in Auburn Bay. 
• Starbucks Coffee Company – Well-known café with espresso drinks, lattes, and pastries; at Mahogany Plaza just a short drive away. Local cafés / nearby 
• Touch Coffee Smart Bar – Café in the Seton area, good for a coffee stop while shopping or working.
• Good Earth Coffeehouse - Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton – Coffeehouse inside the Seton YMCA/Market Street area. 
• Sweet Caroline’s – A local bakery that’s great for a sweet treat with your coffee. 
• Purple Patch – Popular bakery/coffee-friendly spot in Auburn Bay Blvd — great for a cozy snack break with espresso or tea.  Nearby but worth heading to (A short drive from Auburn Bay) 
• Analog Coffee – Highly rated independent coffee shop in Mahogany — perfect for specialty espresso drinks, pour-overs, and a relaxed atmosphere. 
• Crystie’s Coffee House and Bistro Inc. – Well-reviewed café with coffee and light bites (a little farther afield but worth it). 
• Thé Moon Tea House - Mahogany – A fun bubble tea/tea spot if you want a cold tea drink instead of traditional coffee. 
•  Other nearby beverage stops Market Cafe – Café/restaurant that can be a coffee stop while out and about (reviews vary). (Also note there’s a Good Earth Coffeehouse at South Health Campus if you’re nearby). 
• Tip: Auburn Bay is still growing, and many residents often walk or drive a few minutes to Mahogany or Seton for more café options, community gathering spots, and relaxed coffee houses.

• Local favourites right in Auburn Bay:

  • Blackbird Public Urban Bar – Stylish neighbourhood urban pub with drinks, burgers and comfort food — a popular spot for gatherings. 

  • Auburn Bay Co‑op Sushi bar – Fresh sushi and grab‑and‑go meals inside the Co‑op for a quick bite.

  • A&W Canada – Classic burgers, fries, and root beer — convenient and casual.

  • XO Ice Cream & Waffles – Sweet treats and desserts — perfect after a beach day or stroll. 

Central lake park & green spaces
Auburn Bay is designed around its 43‑acre freshwater lake and surrounding parkland, with pathways, picnic areas, and open lawns woven throughout the community. The lake area itself is framed by green space where residents relax, walk, and enjoy outdoor activities year‑round. 

Playgrounds & smaller parks

• Auburn Bay Ave Pond Playground – A local playground and green space popular with families
• Auburn Springs Playground – Another great neighbourhood play area

• Auburn Bay Lake Playground – Play equipment near the lake, ideal for kids after a splash or walk.

Off‑leash dog park

• Auburn Bay Dog Park – Spacious off‑leash area for dogs to run and socialize — a favourite with local pet owners.

Connecting pathways
Auburn Bay has an extensive pathway network that links parks, ponds, and neighbourhoods, making walking, jogging, or biking easy and scenic. It also connects to the wider Calgary pathway system, giving direct access toward areas like Fish Creek Provincial Park. 

🌲 Nearby Parks Just a Short Drive Away

If you’re up for a bit more space or variety, there are excellent parks not far from Auburn Bay:

• Fish Creek Provincial Park – One of Calgary’s largest natural areas with extensive trails, picnic spots, and wildlife viewing.

• Sue Higgins Park – Great for walking, picnics, and open grassy areas.

• Mahogany Park and Mahogany Orange Park – Lovely neighbourhood green spaces near Mahogany.

• Public Schools (Calgary Board of Education – CBE)

  These schools serve students based on where you live in Auburn Bay and surrounding communities:

  Elementary & Middle

  • Auburn Bay School – Public school right in the community, typically K–5 and a core neighborhood option for younger students. (Auburn Bay Community Association)

  • Bayside School – Another new public elementary school serving K–5 as Auburn Bay has grown (recently named and opened expanding with the community). (Education News Canada)

  • Lakeshore School – Public Grades 6–9, created to serve Auburn Bay and nearby areas as intermediate/middle school. (Education News Canada)

• High School

  • Joane Cardinal‑Schubert High School – Public high school serving Grades 10–12, located just outside Auburn Bay in the Seton/Mahogany area. It offers regular programming and Advanced Placement options. (Wikipedia)

• School boundaries are based on your exact home address — so the designated school can vary slightly depending on where you live in the community. You can check through the CBE’s school locator to confirm your assigned schools. (Calgary Board of Education)

  ✝ Catholic Schools (Calgary Catholic School District – CCSD)

  For families choosing a Catholic education, several options are available and typically depend on your address within or near Auburn Bay:

  Elementary / Junior High

  • Prince of Peace School – Catholic K–9 school located right in Auburn Bay. (Auburn Bay Community Association)

  • St. Gianna School – Catholic school for K–6 that some areas of Auburn Bay are designated to. (auburnbayra.ca)

• High School

  • All Saints High School – Catholic high school (Grades 10–12) that serves Auburn Bay and other southeast communities. (Wikipedia)

• Catholic school catchments vary by local boundaries — some families in Auburn Bay attend St. Gianna for elementary before moving on to Prince of Peace or All Saints based on where they live. (erinferguson.ca)

   Other Nearby Schools & Options

  Even if they aren’t the designated catchment school for every address in Auburn Bay, there are several other nearby schools that families sometimes consider (e.g., through transfer, French Immersion, or sibling placement), including:

  • Mahogany School (K–5) – nearby public school. (Diane Richardson)

  • Various Catholic and public options in Seton and surrounding southeast communities depending on program type and availability. (erinferguson.ca)

• Quick Take

   Auburn Bay has multiple schools within the community or very close by, particularly strong for elementary and middle grades. (auburnbayra.ca)✔️ High school students generally attend Joane Cardinal‑Schubert (public) or All Saints (Catholic) just outside the immediate neighbourhood. (Wikipedia)✔️ With community growth, additional schools have opened recently (like Bayside and Lakeshore) to better serve the neighbourhood. (Education News Canada)