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A new partnership between The City of Calgary and GreenShield will help eligible Calgarians access essential prescription medications at no cost. Through a new pilot program, residents who qualify through The City’s Fair Entry program can be referred to GreenShield’s Essential Medicines Program, which provides select prescription medications free of charge for up to 12 months. The initiative is designed to support individuals who do not have private or public prescription dru

Update: Monday, July 13, 2026 The river flood risk has now been removed. While both rivers remain higher than normal due to the heavy rainfall, the High Streamflow and Boating Advisories have officially been lifted. Flows on both the Bow and Elbow rivers are back within the high end of normal ranges. The Springbank Reservoir is nearly empty again as it finishes releasing water back into the Elbow River under the supervision of City water quality monitoring teams. No adverse w

Construction season is underway, and while navigating road disruptions isn't always fun, Ward 3 has some important safety and maintenance projects planned that are worth the temporary inconvenience. Updated: 2026 Mobility Program Highlights The City of Calgary Mobility business unit is making investments in safe and accessible mobility infrastructure for Calgarians. Below are some of the projects planned or already underway in Ward 3 for 2026. From new traffic signals and cro

Summer in Calgary is full of possibilities! Whether you're looking for programs for kids, activities the whole family can enjoy together, or something just for you, the City offers a variety of free, safe, supervised programs great for making new friends and learning new activities. Parents can bring their children to supervised play opportunities, filled with field games, crafts, and engaging guest speakers. Youth can sharpen their leadership skills and critical thinking wi

Did you know? Calgary offers free, safe disposal for household hazardous waste through 11 drop-off sites around the city. Many common products can be harmful or dangerous when disposed of in your blue, green, or black bin by mistake. When these items aren't disposed of properly, they can pose safety risks, cause fires, put waste collection staff in danger, or harm the environment. Some of the most common household hazardous waste items include: Batteries, chargers, vapes, and

Calgary's water infrastructure is taking another major step forward this month as the City kicks off Stage B construction on the Bearspaw South Feeder Main (BSFM) replacement project. Starting the week of May 11, 2026, crews will begin installing a new parallel steel feeder main along 34 Avenue NW, between 73 Street and 89 Street NW. The work is expected to wrap up in October 2026. How construction will unfold The first phase of Stage B focuses on cross-connection work - link

City Council has approved six priority focus areas that will guide decisions and investments over the next four years. These priorities reflect what we have been hearing from residents across Calgary; the need for reliable infrastructure, safe communities, responsible growth, and clear accountability for how decisions are made. As our city continues to grow to two million, we are facing increasing pressure on roads, water systems, transit, public safety and community services

Last night, City Council voted 10–5 to approve updates to Calgary’s Water Efficiency Plan and the Water Utility Bylaw. Councillor Yule voted in support of this proposal. In the lead-up to this decision, many residents reached out with thoughtful questions and concerns. The most common themes focused on three areas: the outdoor watering schedule, the City’s ability to shut off water to a home, and the condition of Calgary’s water infrastructure, including leaks and system reli

The City of Calgary is beginning a structured leadership transition for its senior administrative team and launching a recruitment process for its next Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). City Council and current CAO David Duckworth have mutually agreed to begin a planned leadership transition from The City. CAO Duckworth’s last day will be December 1, 2026. If a successor is identified earlier, Mr. Duckworth will support a smooth transition in an advisory capacity. Chi

The City of Calgary is proposing updates to the Water Utility Bylaw 40M2006 as part of a broader Water Efficiency Plan - a long-term strategy to ensure safe, reliable water for every Calgarian, today and for generations to come. The plan focuses on reducing peak demand, managing long-term costs, and making smarter use of the infrastructure we currently have. The goal is to reduce per-capita water usage by 20% by 2040. Calgary is a big city on two small rivers, the Bow and the

Snow has returned to Calgary, and with it comes the City's annual Snow Angels campaign - an opportunity for Calgarians to support one another by helping keep sidewalks clear and safe throughout the winter.

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The Ward 3 office values hearing from residents. Every email, message, and phone call we receive is read or listened to, and we do our best to respond thoughtfully and as quickly as possible. For most City service requests, 311 should be your first call. The 311 team is available 24/7 and can help with a wide range of requests, connecting your concern directly to the right City department and ensuring it’s added to the appropriate work queue. The information gathered through