The neighbourhood derives it’s name from the Strathcona Ravines Park, which is completely surrounded by the communities of Strathcona and Christie Park. The 23 hectares of ravines were set aside as an environmental reserve when the communities were developed during the 1970s. The community and the ravines were named after Lord Strathcona. The preservation of this environmental reserve / park has resulted in a natural gem in the middle of a suburban community. Good access to downtown is provided by Bow Trail and the West LRT station is only blocks south on 69th Street where the very popuar Westside Recreation Centre is also located.