Sons of Norway Calgary represents a living legacy of Norwegian settlement and cultural contribution to the city of Calgary, AB. Founded in 1928 as Valhalla Lodge 4-341, this organization emerged from a rich history of Norwegian immigration dating back to the 1880s, when skilled Norwegian workers arrived to establish the lumber industry that helped build modern Calgary. The mission of Sons of Norway is to promote and preserve the heritage and culture of Norway while celebrating relationships with other Nordic countries. The lodge serves as a cultural home for Calgarians of Norwegian descent and those passionate about Nordic traditions, offering opportunities to share heritage through regular meetings, events, and community gatherings. Over its nearly century-long history, Valhalla Lodge has evolved from its origins in the Scandinavian Lutheran Church to become a vital community institution. Today, the organization continues the traditions established by its founders through language lessons, folk-dancing, cultural celebrations, and social activities that strengthen connections to Norwegian identity. By bringing together members who value their Scandinavian heritage, Sons of Norway Calgary preserves the cultural contributions of Norwegian pioneers while fostering intergenerational bonds and welcoming new community members into its fold. The lodge remains committed to honoring the legacy of those early settlers while building a vibrant cultural community for present and future generations in Calgary.
Calgary, Alberta