Fire Prevention Week runs from October 4-10, and this year the Calgary Fire Department (CFD) is urging all Calgarians to learn how to use and dispose of lithium-ion batteries safely.  Firefighters are seeing an increase in battery fires in homes, garages and businesses across the city. Lithium-ion b

New recyclable packaging materials accepted in blue carts under Alberta’s Extended Producer Responsibility framework.Starting October 1, Calgarians will be able to recycle more packaging materials through their blue carts and community recycling depots as Alberta expands residential recycling progra

In support of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, The City, the Indigenous Gathering Place Society (IGPS) and The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland have confirmed that the future Indigenous Gathering Place will have a permanent home at Moh’kinsstis, where the Bow and Elbow rivers meet.T

We're adjusting our hours of operation for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026.Things to doOrange Shirt Day CeremonyJoin us to commemorate Indian residential school victims, honour survivors and their families, and commit to acting on reconciliation. Rememberin

Orange Shirt Day is an opportunity to honour the children who were taken from their families and communities and sent to residential schools, remember those who never returned home, and reflect on the lasting impacts of the residential school system. While learning and reconciliation are year-round

With the completion of the Sunnyside Flood Barrier, Calgary has achieved a significant milestone in building a more flood-resilient city. Now operational, the barrier provides critical protection for the communities of Sunnyside and Hillhurst, reducing flood risk to homes, businesses, and essential

The Bearspaw South Feeder Main Replacement Project continues to advance on schedule, with approximately 80 per cent of the new feeder main pipe now installed in the ground across Stages A and B.“We are pleased to have more than 90 per cent of the project materials required to complete the project on

Wood from trees removed and pruned as part of City of Calgary urban forest maintenance is getting a second life thanks to a partnership with The Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo.The removals were completed to proactively manage safety risks for dead and dying trees. Rather than going directly to compo

The City of Calgary is taking action to improve public safety by strengthening fireworks enforcement and introducing a new offence to deter unauthorized fireworks use.Council approved amendments to the Fire Operations and Fees Bylaw that will come into effect on September 22, 2026. The bylaw changes

CALGARY - The tragic death of Parker Wells continues to have a profound impact on his family and loved ones, the broader Calgary community, and the many residents, emergency professionals and first responders who were impacted by the events surrounding his disappearance and the subsequent search eff

Calgary Housing is bringing new life to Bridgeland Place Tower. When completed, the highrise tower in the historic Bridgeland/Riverside neighbourhood will include 203 homes with 1-, 2-, and 3-bedrooms. Bridgeland Place will operate under Calgary Housing’s mixed-income model. This means families of a

Generations of Calgarians have climbed the tower, braved the cold walk to the top and raced through the twists and turns of the Thunder Slide. Now, after more than 30 years of memories, a new slide will carry that legacy into the future at Village Square Leisure Centre.Today, we’re unveiling the des

The City of Calgary, Calgary Public Library and project partners gathered today to celebrate construction progress at Symons Valley Library, a community hub taking shape in the community of Sage Hill. Construction is underway on Phase 2 of the project, which includes a new 15,000-square-foot public

The City of Calgary is now accepting submissions from local authors for the 2027 W.O. Mitchell Book Prize, recognizing literary works published in 2026. This prize is awarded in honour of acclaimed Calgary writer and broadcaster W.O. Mitchell (1914–1998), whose best-loved novel Who Has Seen the Wind

Essential electrical work at the Bearspaw Water Treatment Plant required for the construction of a pump station for the North Calgary Water Servicing Project is planned for next week. This electrical work will temporarily reduce the amount of water that can be supplied to Calgary and regional water

Ahoy treasure hunters! The City of Calgary is pleased to announce that the Curbside Treasure Hunt is set to return September 12 and 13, 2026. On those days, residents are invited to set out gently used, reusable items they no longer need on their curb for neighbours to take and enjoy. Think of it a

Calgary Transit has launched an opportunity for organizations to explore naming rights sponsorship of the downtown Free Fare Zone.The Free Fare Zone is an important part of downtown mobility, connecting customers, visitors and workers between Downtown West/Kerby and City Hall/Bow Valley College stat

We're adjusting our hours of operation for Labour Day on Monday, Sept. 7, 2026Things to doTee up at City golf coursesGet into the swing of things at City driving ranges or tee it up at one of our seven municipal golf courses at five locations throughout the city. Visit calgary.ca/golf to learn more

The City of Calgary’s Traffic Safety Team has concluded Operation Silent Night, an enforcement and education initiative focused on excessive vehicle noise and safe driving along 17 Avenue S.W. The operation resulted in over 200 enforcement actions and increased awareness of traffic safety and vehicl

Stephen Stanley has been named the inaugural Chair of the Water Utility Oversight Board (WUOB), a new independent body being formed to strengthen oversight of Calgary's water utility.The appointment marks an important step in implementing recommendations from the Bearspaw Independent Review Panel, w

CALGARY – As Calgary prepares for the 2027–2030 budget and continues to grow toward a city of two million residents, the choices made today will help shape Calgary’s next chapter.In a new episode of Calgary Conversations, Mayor Jeromy Farkas joins host Jose Rodriguez for a timely conversation about

Reader Rock Garden and Confederation Park have once again been recognized with a prestigious Green Flag Award, marking the second consecutive year both parks have received the international designation. The Green Flag Award is one of the world's most respected benchmarks for parks and green spaces,

This September, Calgary Culture Days returns for its 12th year, bringing together artists, organizations and communities for a month-long celebration of arts and culture. Through a diverse range of events, many of which are free, the locally driven initiative showcases the creativity and cultural ex

Calgarians have a new way to travel across the city with the launch of Calgary Transit’s new 500-series express routes, a modernized approach to express service designed to provide faster connections, better integration with the transit network and more value for customers.The first route in the ser

The Bearspaw South Feeder Main Replacement Project continues to advance on schedule, and Stage A microtunneling and installation of the concrete carrier pipe is now complete. "The completion of Stage A microtunneling is a significant step forward for the project," said Darren Finney, Manager, Major

Our thoughts remain with the family and all those impacted by the tragic death of Parker Wells. The City of Calgary recognizes the many ways community members continue to honour and remember Parker.The tributes that have been created in the days and weeks since Parker's passing reflect the care, com

Calgary Transit is making it easier for customers to navigate their trips on the road, with new onboard display screens on buses and community shuttles.Passengers can view real-time route detail, route number, requested stops, upcoming stops, and estimated arrival times, as well as service announcem

With students heading back to classes and school loading zones about to get busier, The City of Calgary has completed safety upgrades at 50 schools in 2026 across the city to help make daily commutes safer for children and families.The upgrades include new pedestrian crossings, curb extensions, spee

The City of Calgary is launching Beyond the Badge, a new educational program that brings Community Peace Officers into Grade 9 classrooms to help students explore citizenship, community safety and career opportunities in public service. The free program combines curriculum-connected lessons with rea

In an ongoing commitment to improving safety around storm ponds, The City of Calgary will be installing additional safety measures at 15 city storm ponds this year beginning in mid-August. Through a review of ponds across The City, these locations were identified as the highest priority for safety e

Thousands of Calgarians now have safer, legal housing options through The City of Calgary’s Secondary Suite Incentive Program, which committed $45 million in federal and municipal investments so far to help homeowners build, improve and legalize secondary suites.“This is an achievement owned by Calg

The City of Calgary, Rocky View County and the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) have signed a project acceleration Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance the next stage of work on Prairie Economic Gateway (Gateway). The project acceleration MOU will help speed up the transition from engineerin

On August 7, 2026, a notice of application was filed with the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) for an amendment to the natural gas franchise fee agreement between The City of Calgary and ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. (ATCO Gas). A Public Notice period is being held from August 7 to 25, 2026, to gath

The City of Calgary’s Traffic Safety Team has begun enforcement this week focused on excessive vehicle noise along 17 Avenue S.W.In partnership with the Calgary Police Service (CPS), the enforcement and education blitz will run throughout August during the afternoons and evenings.This initiative add

From Vernon BC to Spokane WA, wildfires are encroaching communities at unprecedented rates this summer, causing significant property damage, displacement and, sometimes, injury and death.Wildfire, along with other outdoor fire types, have on average seen increased activity in Calgary since 2020, sim

Calgarians are invited to rediscover Stephen Avenue this summer and support the local businesses that help make Calgary's historic main street a vibrant destination.Through the See You on Stephen Avenue initiative, The City of Calgary and community partners are introducing a series of investments, p

The City Clerk’s Office is accepting applications to fill Public Member vacancies on the following 25 Boards, Commissions and Committees (BCCs):Advisory Committee on AccessibilityAccess Design SubcommitteeAnti-Racism Action CommitteeAssessment Review BoardAudit CommitteeBeltline Community Investment

Due to the recent high temperatures and dry conditions, there is an increased risk of grass and wildfires. The City of Calgary is issuing a fire advisory, effective immediately.While no restrictions are currently in place, Calgarians and visitors are asked to use extra caution when using open flames

We're adjusting our hours of operation for Heritage Day on Monday, Aug. 3, 2026Things to doTee up at City golf coursesGet into the swing of things at City driving ranges or tee it up at one of our seven municipal golf courses at five locations throughout the city. Visit calgary.ca/golf to learn more

CALGARY – Golfers of all skill levels are teeing it up this weekend to celebrate the spirit of the game at two of Calgary’s premier municipal golf courses.The event begins on Saturday, August 1, at Shaganappi Point Golf Course, with tee times starting at 12 p.m., and continues on Sunday, August 2, a

The Calgary Emergency Management Agency (CEMA) is pleased to welcome Minnie, a specially trained facility dog whose primary role is to support people during some of their most challenging moments. Minnie joins CEMA from the Dogs with Wings (DWW) Assistance Dog Society, a not-for-profit organization

Calgary Transit is improving service for customers who are blind, Deafblind or have low vision. As part of a pilot effort, 89 tactile and high contrast signs are now in place on Route 90 (Bridgeland/University of Calgary).The signs provide key information, such as stop ID, route details, and Calgary

Through a partnership between the Government of Canada, Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities and The City of Calgary, a commitment has been made to support a future free-to-use community soccer pitch in Calgary.The project is part of Jumpstart's commitment to build 25 community soccer pitches across Ca

The Bearspaw South Feeder Main Replacement Project remains on schedule, with approximately two kilometres of new steel feeder main installed across 12 work areas in Bowness, Montgomery and Parkdale, demonstrating significant progress for the over 6km long replacement project."The first segments of s

Set against the Bow River, River Hall transforms a parking lot (Lot 6 - 311 8 Street S.W.) into a temporary, vibrant gathering place where Calgarians can experience live music, enjoy local food and drinks, join a wellness class, shop local pop-ups, or spend an afternoon with family and friends.After

A new pilot partnership between The City of Calgary’s Fair Entry program and GreenShield will improve access to essential prescription medications for Calgarians facing barriers to care.Through the partnership, eligible Fair Entry clients can be referred to GreenShield’s Essential Medicines program

Goat grazing is returning to Nose Hill Park this July as part of The City of Calgary’s ongoing approach to caring for natural areas. Natural Areas Management (NAM) uses targeted grazing as one of several tools to manage vegetation and support the long-term health of Calgary’s grasslands. Approximate

CALGARY – Getting kids active through sports is the focus of the latest edition of the Calgary Conversations podcast. Sport Hub is a new, community-centered program for kids and teens aged 5 to 18 that brings fun, inclusive and coach-led sport lessons directly to schools and neighbourhoods.  “It's a

The City of Calgary is providing an update on noise complaints received during the 2026 Calgary Stampede and traffic disruption updates As of 11 a.m. on July 12, The City received 275 noise complaints related to Stampede events and festival activities across Calgary. Complaints have been received re

The City of Calgary is providing an update on noise complaints received during the 2026 Calgary Stampede.As of 7 a.m. on July 9, The City has received 186 noise complaints related to Stampede events and festival activities across Calgary. Complaints have been received regarding a number of festival