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After the whirlwind of Stampede, it was straight back to business at City Hall this week. Here’s what’s been happening… Affordable Housing & Transit Safety On Monday, Community Development Committee received an update on Calgary's affordable housing strategy, Home is Here. We discussed the growing need for more affordable housing as costs continue to outpace incomes, along with options to support and improve the delivery of more affordable housing units in our city as Council

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

In May, Council began a structured leadership transition process following the announcement that Chief Administrative Officer David Duckworth will be stepping down from his role. The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Recruitment and Appointment Sub-Committee was established to support Council's search for a new CAO and related onboarding. At the July 14th Executive Committee, Councillor Yule provided the first of several regular monthly updates on the work of the CAO Recruit

Calgary really does show its true colours during Stampede, and this year gave us the best reminder of that yet. Ten-plus days of incredible events, warm welcomes, and genuine community spirit. To everyone who came out, volunteers, hosted events, or stopped to say hello - thank you! Stampede 2026, you were unforgettable!

Caring for Calgary's natural areas requires ongoing stewardship and habitat management. This summer, one of the tools being used at Nose Hill Park is targeted grazing, with approximately 600 goats helping manage vegetation. In prairie ecosystems, grazing is a natural process that helps maintain balance. Historically, large animals like bison and elk played this role. Today, managed goat grazing helps reintroduce this process in a controlled and site-specific way that fits wit

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

Beginning July 7, 2026, The City of Calgary's contractor, Aecon, will begin milling and paving work for road repairs on Berkshire Boulevard NW. This work is part of The City’s Annual Paving Program. Construction Activities Milling and paving activities will be completed overnight (9 pm to 5 am). During this time, there will be nightly lane closures along Berkshire Boulevard. The road will reopen for daytime traffic at reduced speeds. July 7: Start milling (removing) exist

Summer is here, and with that comes a surge of Calgarians out enjoying our multiuse pathways and roads. Whether you're commuting to work, running errands, or just out to be active and enjoy nature, more people than ever are walking, rolling, cycling, using e-bikes, or riding e-scooters across the city. To help keep everyone safe, The City's Mobility Safety team is launching Calgary's 2026 Summer Bike Safety Campaign: Everyone Deserves a Safe Journey. Throughout the summer, th

Stampede is officially here, and there’s plenty happening right here in Ward 3! We’ve put together a roundup of Stampede events happening throughout Ward 3 over the next 11 days. Check it out and discover free, family-friendly ways to celebrate a little closer to home. Livingston Hub Stampede BBQ Saturday, July 4th | 11 am – 2 pm 1248 Livingston Way NE Free hot dog lunch Live entertainment + music Family-friendly activities Everyone is welcome Harvest Hills Alliance Stampede

In an effort to reduce fatalities and serious injuries on our road network, in 2021, the City of Calgary began lowering speed limits on qualifying residential streets. The results were clear: slower speeds resulted in fewer severe collisions and safer transportation corridors for all road users. Lower Speed Limits Coming to Select Collector Roads As part of the City’s Vision Zero commitment to reduce serious and fatal collisions, this work is being expanded. Under the new fra

Thanks to the hundreds of Ward 3 residents who made their voices heard, a modified express bus service will be able to continue in North Central Calgary. Calgary Transit has finalized route changes following an extensive review of the North Central Transit network, with the updates taking effect August 31, 2026, and express service continuing to operate as part of these changes. How We Got Here... Earlier this year, Calgary Transit announced plans to phase out the ten remaini

On July 1, Calgarians and visitors are invited to gather at locations across the city to celebrate Canada Day. This year’s free and family-friendly celebration features an Indigenous spotlight and powwow, live music events, and will end with a fireworks show above Stampede Park. Other attractions throughout the day include the Cultural Carousel, performances, face painting, food trucks, and more. Canada Day Main Stage Show Join at the new main stage at Prince’s Island Park fo

Updated June 27, 2026: The City of Calgary and Stampede tent operators reached a revised agreement that balances a vibrant Stampede atmosphere with stronger protections for nearby residents. Under the updated plan, pre-midnight sound levels will return to last year’s limits, while bass levels remain lower than they were in 2025. In return, all live music will now end at midnight every night of Stampede, including weekends. The updated agreement means tents can operate with sl

Calgary Transit is gearing up for the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, and is ready to help Calgarians and visitors make the most of it! Heading to Stampede? From July 2–12, 2026, adjusted and expanded transit routes make getting there easier for everyone. For Ward 3, Route 405 – Stampede North Express (previously Route 511) will provide direct service for customers and Stampede goers between North Pointe Terminal and Erlton Bus Terminal, every day during Stampede. The routing

UPDATE June 24, 2026 At the June 23rd Public Hearing, City Council voted against the proposed land use redesignation for the Harvest Hills/96 site at 9797 Harvest Hills Blvd NW. As a result, no changes will be approved for this parcel at this time, and the site will remain as it is for the foreseeable future. This site has long been identified as a future transit asset, and significant questions remain about the area’s long-term transit needs and supporting infrastructure. Gi

The City of Calgary is creating an Area Structure Plan (ASP) to guide the future development of the Nose Creek lands. Your input will help shape how this area grows and develops over the next 30 years. The Nose Creek Area Structure Plan will guide the location of future residential and mixed-use areas, employment areas and community amenities as the area develops over time. The project includes engagement with key participants such as developers, landowners and Rocky View Cou

2026 Neighbour Day is just around the corner, and several of our Ward 3 Community Associations have some great events lined up. Keep reading to see what's happening in your neighbourhood and find opportunities to lend a hand. Have a community event you'd like help promoting? Reach out to our office and we'll add it to the list. Hidden Valley & Hanson Ranch Neighbour Day Carnival June 20, 2026 from 7 - 10:30 pm Hidden Hut - 10504 Hidden Valley Drive NW Hidden Valley Community

New communities across north central Calgary have been approved and built under the promise of a future Green Line connection. Thousands of families chose to move into these neighbourhoods believing that rapid transit would eventually follow. The City approved higher densities, reduced parking requirements, and transit oriented development plans on the promise and understanding that residents would one day have access to reliable LRT service. Yet year after year, that promise

In June, during National Indigenous History Month, we celebrate the rich heritage of our First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. National Indigenous History Month is a time for Indigenous Peoples to celebrate their history and an invitation for all Canadians to learn about the pivotal role Indigenous Peoples have played in shaping our nation. The month aims to foster a deeper understanding of Indigenous history and identity, both past and present, and serves as one meaningfu

Council recently began a structured leadership transition process following the announcement that Chief Administrative Officer, David Duckworth, will be stepping down from his role. As Chair of the Chief Administrative Officer Recruitment and Appointment Sub-Committee, I was pleased to convene our first meeting on Monday. During the meeting, we elected Councillor Wyness as Vice Chair, selected Boyden Canada to support the executive search process, and formally welcomed George