Carlton is named after Fort Carlton There are several natural areas within the neighbourhood, including a woodlot containing indigenous species located in the northwestern portion of the neighbourhood. A focal point for Carlton is the south centrally located storm water management facility which provides some amenity and open space for residents.
Prior to residential development the area was used primarily for agricultural cultivation, and the southern portion of the neighbourhood was used for industrial purposes in the late 1970's. The bulk of construction started in the early 2000s. Civic ward: Anirniq. District: Northwest. City boundary records effective 2002-08-30.