Despite its size, the Southview Community Association is active and supports its residents. The community has many events and works with the city of Calgary to plan bigger events throughout the year. The association organizes a variety of events and it maintains an outdoor skating rink.
There are several schools in the area including Keeler School, Jack James High School, Ernest Morrow Jr High School and Forest Lawn High School.
Located just south of 17th Avenue, Southview is moments away from the famous International Ave which showcases an abundance of shops and restaurants owned by diverse ethnic groups, largely consisting of Asian markets, shops, and restaurants.