Scott and Kennedy: Killarney Is the Village We Chose to Raise Our Family
by Titash Choudhury
This Christmas, as we wrap up the year, I want to thank all the readers and community members who have supported Humans of Killarney. For our final story of the year, we’re featuring a family whose journey reflects what community, connection, and belonging truly mean.
Scott and Kennedy moved to Killarney in 2024 with their young son. They are a warm, friendly family that lives in the heart of the neighbourhood. Kennedy has spent most of her life in Calgary. She grew up in Marda Loop, later lived in Hillhurst, and has watched the city grow and change over the years. Scott, originally from Australia, moved to Canada for his love of skiing and the mountain lifestyle. Scott and Kennedy met in Calgary and quickly knew this was where they wanted to build a life. The mountains, the snow, and the city’s pace felt right, a place to grow roots and raise their family.
When the couple moved to Killarney, they didn’t expect to feel at home so quickly. They already knew the character of Calgary’s inner-city neighbourhoods, but Killarney had something different. Within weeks, they noticed how family-friendly and connected the community was. Kids rode their bikes down the block, parents chatted across driveways, and every park seemed alive with laughter. What stood out most was how naturally neighbours looked out for one another.
“Killarney feels like the kind of place where everyone’s willing to lend a hand,” Kennedy said. “It really takes a village to raise a family, and we’ve found ours here.”
Scott and Kennedy at Crypt Lake in Waterton Lakes National Park
Both Scott and Kennedy have busy careers, but they always make time to stay involved in the community. Scott works in the mountain tourism industry, splitting his time between Calgary and the Rockies during ski season. Kennedy manages a demanding career in property management that often takes her across the province. Despite their schedules, they remain committed to volunteering, supporting community initiatives, and raising their young family in a connected and caring environment.
Kennedy joined the Playground Committee of the Killarney Glengarry Community Association (KGCA), which is helping to upgrade the playground near 28 Street. Both Kennedy and Scott wanted to support a project that strengthens community connections for families like theirs. They see the playground as more than a space for kids; it’s where friendships begin, neighbours meet, and a sense of belonging grows.
Community involvement has become a natural part of their lives. Together, they helped create a small but meaningful addition to the park at the KGCA, a community toy box where parents can donate, exchange, and borrow toys. Scott took the initiative to gather gently used toys from families across Calgary, while Kennedy coordinated how it would be maintained and shared. Today, families contribute and borrow toys freely. It’s a simple idea that has quietly become a symbol of neighbourly trust and connection.
Their commitment to kindness and community goes beyond Killarney. A few years ago, they volunteered with The Magic of Christmas, a Calgary-based initiative where volunteers dress as Santa and elves to deliver food and gifts to families in need.
Scott, Kennedy, and Skipper at Caversham Wildlife Park in Perth, WA
The experience opened their eyes to the reality that even a few streets away, some neighbours struggle, and that small acts of giving can make a big difference. For Scott and Kennedy, values like kindness, family, and hard work shape how they live and parent. Scott and Kennedy believe in being good neighbours and showing up for their family, their friends, and the community that welcomed them. “This is home,” Kennedy said. “It’s where we see our family growing, and where we hope to give back in return.” As Killarney continues to grow and change, Scott and Kennedy hope the neighbourhood holds on to what makes it special, that sense of connection found on front lawns, at playgrounds, and through small acts of kindness that bring people together. With so many young families in the area, they also hope to see improvements in pedestrian safety in the coming years. And if you’re at the playground at the Killarney Glengarry Community Association, don’t miss the community toy box, and if you have toys to share, there’s always room for more.
As we close our first full year of Humans of Killarney, we celebrate stories like Scott and Kennedy’s — reminders that community isn’t just found; it’s built, one neighbour and one small act at a time. In 2026, we’ll share more inspiring stories, including features on local businesses in Killarney. To nominate yourself, your family, or a neighbour, email [email protected]. Until then, have a warm, joyful holiday season, and don’t forget to say hi to your neighbours.
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