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One fall. One mistake. That's all it takes. Your kid already wears a helmet when riding a bike...so, why not when riding a scooter? Concussions are a serious risk when riding e-scooters and other battery-powered rides. Wear a helmet for every ride, no exception. Learn more at calgary.ca/ridesafe

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Same cart. More stuff. Starting Oct. 1, more packaging can go in your blue cart, including flexible plastic bags and wrappers, foam packaging, aerosols, and tubes. Remember: recycle them empty, clean and loose. Learn more at www.calgary.ca/waste/reside...

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Later this year, crews will connect the new feeder main to Calgary’s water system. During this work, temporary Stage 4 outdoor water restrictions and indoor water conservation measures will be required. Learn more: calgary.ca/bearspawfeedermain

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 22/09/2026

Bearspaw South Feeder Main Update The project remains on track, with 80% of the new steel feeder main now installed across Stages A and B. ✅ Stage A pipe installation complete ✅ Over 1.6 km installed in Stage B ✅ 7 of 13 blocks complete in Bowness

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"Arts and culture mean highlighting Indigenous voices and representation and normalizing a lot of that, especially in the city of Calgary." - Kristy North Peigan

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 22/09/2026

🎇 Calgary is strengthening fireworks enforcement to improve public safety. Starting today, Sept. 22, 2026, fines for selling fireworks will increase to $3,000 and setting off fireworks without a permit will increase to $1,000.

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 21/09/2026

📣Calling Calgary non-profits and community-based organizations! Are you looking to strengthen your organization’s impact? The 2026 Safer Together Capacity Building Fund is now open, eligible non-profit organizations can get a funding for one-time projects that support:

City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 18/09/2026

🚍 West Bow Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Feasibility Study We’re looking at ways to improve east-west transit service for communities between the West City limit and downtown, including areas south of Crowchild Trail, around 16 Avenue North, and along the Bow River.

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 18/09/2026

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 17/09/2026

Share your feedback by Oct. 2, 2026. 📍 Open House: Sept. 19, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 💻 Virtual Session: Sept. 23, 6 to 7:30 p.m. For more information: 🔗 calgary.ca/macleodheritagestudy

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 15/09/2026

19 St. N.W. & 20 Ave. N. Mobility Improvements Your feedback matters! We're exploring ways to improve safety, accessibility and travel connections along 19 St. N.W. & 20 Ave. N. ⬇️

Two children wheeling along a street. One is on a scooter and the other is on a bike.

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 15/09/2026

Air quality monitoring continues around the ECCO recycling facility fire. Smoke-related fine particulate matter (PM2.5) remains the primary air quality concern. Limit outdoor activity if smoky. Check Alberta's Air Quality Health Index for current conditions: www.alberta.ca/air-quality-...

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 14/09/2026

Water conservation isn't about doing everything. It's about finding small habits that work for you and your family. 💧 Explore how. Get water-saving tips at calgary.ca/bewaterwise

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 14/09/2026

🎉 Safer streets, better connections and a greener Spruce Drive S.W. are on the way! We're excited to share the final design for the Spruce Drive Pathway Improvements Project, shaped by community feedback. Learn more and view the final design: engage.calgary.ca/SpruceDrive #yycwalk #yycbike

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 12/09/2026

Free marks the spot ✖️ The Curbside Community Treasure Hunt is happening right now – All weekend long. 🗺️ New this year: Visit our online treasure map to discover what items may be available near you. Happy hunting: www.calgary.ca/waste/reside...

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 11/09/2026

Keep windows and doors closed, limit outdoor activity as needed, and call 8-1-1 with health concerns. Fire suppression and air quality monitoring continue.

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 11/09/2026

No outdoor water restrictions are anticipated during next week's planned electrical work at the Bearspaw water treatment plant. Cooler temperatures in the forecast are expected to keep demand within the system's available capacity while the work is underway.  1/3

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 10/09/2026

The future Northeast Athletic Complex will feature Calgary's first dedicated cricket pitch, indoor and outdoor fields, spectator spaces, pathways, green space and more. A big step forward for sport and community in northeast Calgary. Sign up for updates at: www.calgary.ca/planning/par...

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 10/09/2026

🔹September 13, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Chalo! Freshco, Cornerstone 🔹September 19, 12:00 - 2:45 p.m., Genesis Centre 🔹September 25, 4:00 - 7:00 p.m., Livingston Hub Can't make it? View and provide your input online by October 2: engage.calgary.ca/144AveBRTfps...

Image shows a bus shelter with a number of people standing underneath and waiting for a bus.

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 10/09/2026

🎉 You’re invited to Bridgeland Main Street Community Event 🎉 📅 Sept. 19, 2026 Enjoy live music, family games, face painting, food, local giveaways, information booths and more. We hope to see you there ! For more information: calgary.ca/BridgelandMainStreet

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Throughout the second quarter of 2026, we focused on providing reliable services, building resilience, and preparing Calgary for the future. Through major projects and everyday service improvements, we continued to make progress on the priorities that matter most to Calgarians.

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“People may move to Calgary for a job for a couple of years, but then they stay a lifetime because of the curiosity, connections, community, and creativity that they discover through arts and culture.” — Marc Stevens, President & CEO, Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra (1/2)

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Cushing Bridge is due for replacement, and your input can help shape what comes next! 💬Tell us about traffic concerns, preferred walking/biking routes, pathway improvements, and other issues. Complete our online survey by Sept. 14: ➡️ engage.calgary.ca/CushingBridge #yycwalk #yycbike #yyctraffic

Image shows a pathway running underneath the Cushing Bridge.

City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 08/09/2026

Before summer ends, make time to move outside. 🌞 🌿 There are only a few weeks left to enjoy free recreation classes at Lot 6. 📅 Through Sept. 27 📍 Lot 6 (311 8 St. S.W.) Plan your next class at calgary.ca/planning/downtown-strategy/programs-activities.

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🎉 Safer streets, better connections and a greener Spruce Drive S.W. are on the way! We're excited to share the final design for the Spruce Drive Pathway Improvements Project. Thanks to everyone who shared feedback and helped shape the design. 👇

Map showing location of Spruce Drive S.W. in Wildwood and Spruce Cliff communities.

Artistic rendering showing what some of the new improvements might look like: pedestrian crossing.

Artistic rendering showing what some of the new improvements might look like.

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 08/09/2026

Free marks the spot ✖️ The Curbside Community Treasure Hunt is happening THIS WEEKEND, September 12–13, 2026. Simply label your items "FREE" and place them by the curb or in your designated complex area. Take part: www.calgary.ca/waste/reside...

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 04/09/2026

Labour Day long weekend is here! We’re adjusting our hours of operation for some City services this long weekend: 🗑️ Cleanups and landfills 🚇 Calgary Transit 🚧 Road Construction 🅿️ Calgary Parking 🤸‍♀️ Recreation facilities ⛳ Golf courses Learn more at newsroom.calgary.ca/city-service...

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 03/09/2026

With the new school year underway, it’s a great time for families to review their emergency preparedness plans. 🌩️ Storms, losing power, and other emergencies can happen anytime and anywhere. Helping kids understand what to expect and what to do can make these situations feel less overwhelming. 1/2

Picture showing a screen with a cartoon person sharing pictures of a thunder cloud and rain, fire, lightning and a tornado. There is a person pointing at the screen in the foreground.

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 03/09/2026

Did you know that small water-wise actions today can make a big impact for the future? 💧 Try one water-wise tip today. Visit calgary.ca/bewaterwise to learn how. Together, we are water wise.

City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 01/09/2026

"Language is not only a means of communication, but it's our foundation, our identity" - Evelyne Kemajou, organizer of Franco Festival Calgary ➡️Learn more and discover Calgary Culture Days events at calgary.ca/events/culture-days.html?cid=social-bluesky-culturedays-2026-video1-ak

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 28/08/2026

Calgary is growing, and so are the places we go to relax, play and connect. From the Chinese Market Garden and Rocky Ridge Athletic Park to the Belmont Fieldhouse & Library and Northeast Athletic Complex, we're building community spaces for today and tomorrow. Visit www.calgary.ca/our-strategy...

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 27/08/2026

The south Park and Ride lot at Franklin Station is now permanently closed. The north Park and Ride lot across Memorial Drive remains free for use. For the latest construction updates, and to learn more about the improvements we’re making, visit calgary.ca/Franklin & subscribe to our e-newsletter.

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 26/08/2026

⚽ Get in the game with Soccer City FC! Free youth soccer clinics for ages 8-17, led by coaches from Cavalry FC and Calgary Wild FC. 📍 Peace Park (2 Ave. & 8 St. S.W.) 📅 Most Sundays until Sept. 20 🔗 www.calgary.ca/downtownprograms

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 26/08/2026

Major milestone reached on the Bearspaw South Feeder Main Replacement Project. Stage A microtunnelling is complete, with 3.7km of tunnelling & the full concrete carrier pipe installed. Up next: connecting the new feeder main to the water system this fall. ➡️ newsroom.calgary.ca/stage-a-micr...

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 24/08/2026

Calgary Culture Days is back for its 12th year! 🎨✨ From September 1-30, join the celebration with events taking place across Calgary: (1/3)

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 24/08/2026

Cushing Bridge is nearing the end of its service life and needs to be replaced. Provide input to our online survey by Sept. 14 on: 🔹Preferred walking/biking routes 🔹Pathway improvements 🔹Traffic delays & safety concerns 🔹Other issues near the bridge engage.calgary.ca/CushingBridge #yycwalk #yycbike

Image showing two people walking under Cushing Bridge along the path with the river in the background. The road runs over the top of the birdge.

Map showing location of Cushing Bridge crossing the Bow River along 17 Avenue South East

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · 21/08/2026

🏀 It's game time! Gather your team (ages 10+) and hit the court on September 12 for a full day of 3x3 basketball. The tournament also features a live DJ, food vendors, contests, prizes and more. 📍 Eau Claire Plaza (101 Barclay Parade S.W.) 🔗Info & registration at calgarysurge.ca/surge-city-hoops