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New Traffic Signal Coming to 144 Avenue NW & 14 Street NW Update: The Mobility team reported that the strong winds yesterday created safety concerns for activating the new traffic signal at 144 Avenue NW & 14 Street NW. As a result, we anticipate the signal to be flashing on Monday, April 27, with complete activation on Tuesday, April 28. Apologies for the delay. Mobility is pleased to announce that a new traffic signal is being installed at the intersection of 144 Avenue NW

The City of Calgary's Spring Clean-up program runs mid-April through June, clearing debris and winter materials from over 17,000 lane kilometres of paved roads. Crews sweep Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4 pm, with specific dates assigned to each community. Residents can find their sweeping date, watch for signs at neighbourhood entrances, or sign up for email and text notifications at calgary.ca/sweep . Here’s what you can do to help: Watch for signs in your community, use the ad

Thinking about hosting a Neighbour Day event in your community? Calgary's Annual Neighbour Day celebration is back, taking place on Saturday, June 20, 2026. This is a great opportunity to host a local event (big or small!) that helps neighbours connect and build community. Residents are encouraged to get creative and find ways to celebrate with their neighbours - plan a block party, BBQ, community clean up, or other neighbourhood gathering. Block party and greenspace permits

National Volunteer Week is a time to recognize something we often take for granted - the countless volunteers who show up every day to strengthen our communities. From April 19 - 25th, Ignite Volunteerism is marking the week with a series of free events open to everyone. Whether you've been volunteering for decades or are just thinking about getting started, there's something here for you. Expect stories that inspire, skills you can use, and connections with people who care

City Council has formally approved the 2026 property tax bylaws that sets the 2026 property tax rates . The recently released provincial budget was the final piece required by The City of Calgary to calculate the tax rates to produce 2026 property tax bills. There are three inputs that determine the 2026 property tax rate and bill: In November, Council adjusted and approved its 2026 Budget after hearing from residents about the need to keep costs down and maintain essential

In 2024, City Council approved citywide rezoning as one of 98 recommendations in the Home is Here Housing Strategy , with the goal of increasing housing supply, assisting with housing affordability, and expanding housing choice across Calgary. In December 2025, Council initiated the process to consider repealing that decision , Rezoning was not an explicit part of Councillor Yule's campaign platform . The top three priorities heard from Ward 3 residents during the election

Join Councillor Yule and Fresh Water Canada Implementation Biologist, Elliott, on a guided journey through watershed, wildlife, and community history. Sunday, May 3 at 10 am. This year's Jane's Walk takes participants along one of Calgary's most cherished green corridors - the Nose Creek Pathway. Starting from the West Nose Creek Park parking lot, the 3 km route winds through a landscape rich with geological character, freshwater life, and layers of cultural history that mos

Update: April 2, 2026 Water restrictions lifted as Bearspaw South Feeder Main returns to service We are happy to share that with water flowing through the Bearspaw South Feeder Main and the system performing well, all water restrictions are now lifted, effective immediately. This means normal water use can resume indoors and outdoors. Over the past three and a half weeks, Calgarians and our regional neighbours in Airdrie, Chestermere, Strathmore and Tsuut’ina Nation took mean

On March 31st, Calgary City Council voted in support of a Notice of Motion to begin exploring a new regional pathway network. EC2026-0225: Establishing an Intermunicipal Regional Pathway Councillor Yule, Mayor Farkas, and Councillor Kelly are proposing a Regional Active Mobility Corridor Plan - a connected pathway network for walking, running, and cycling that links Calgary with surrounding communities. Following the Nose Creek corridor toward Airdrie, the Bow River corr

It may not feel like it, but spring is just around the corner, and that means the City of Calgary’s Annual Compost Giveaway returns for another year, offering free compost to help residents get their yards and gardens growing. Made from food scraps and yard waste collected through the Green Cart program , compost is a simple way to put waste to good use and support healthier soil and outdoor spaces across our communities. What to Know Compost is available April 13 through Ma

The City of Calgary is asking residents to weigh in on how public dollars should be spent over the next four years. Public engagement for the 2027–2030 Business Plans and Budgets is now open and runs until April 15, 2026. The four-year budget shapes how the City allocates funding to the services and infrastructure Calgarians rely on every day - transit, roads, fire, police, parks, and more. The decisions made through this process will influence how Calgary grows and delivers

In 2024 City Council approved citywide rezoning in response to Calgary’s housing crisis. The purpose was to enable an increase in housing supply and housing choices, and was one of 98 recommendations made in the Home is Here Housing Strategy . On December 15, 2025, Council initiated the process to consider a repeal of citywide rezoning. The current land use districts and development rules will remain in place until Council makes its final decision at the public hearing,

Calgary's Largest Youth Hiring Fair Returns March 26 If you're between the ages of 15 and 24 and looking for work, the Youth Hiring Fair is an opportunity worth attending. Hosted by the Youth Employment Centre (YEC), the event takes place on March 26, 2026 at the Big Four Building at Stampede Park - free of charge and open to all youth in that age range. This year, 80 employers will be on-site actively recruiting for part-time, full-time, permanent, and seasonal positions, w

Today, the Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund (OCIF), in partnership with the Government of Alberta, announced an investment of up to $4.15 million in Mount Royal University to establish the Alberta Logistics Centre of Excellence (ALCoE) - a dedicated hub designed to strengthen Alberta's transportation and logistics sector for years to come. This kind of strategic, forward-looking investment positions Calgary as a leader in a sector that has already contributed $22.5 billio

Branching Out - Calgary's free tree giveaway program is back! And this year it's bigger and better than ever, with more than 10,000 free trees being distributed! After the success of last year’s program, Calgary Parks is doubling the number of trees up for grabs. Registration fills up quickly and is scheduled by quadrant. So make sure to mark your calendars and apply early to avoid missing out. 2026 Registration Dates NW Calgary - Tuesday, April 7 at 10 am (Note: Tuesday re

Calgary Transit is taking a close look at bus service in North Central Calgary and we need your input on what comes next. As part of the City's ongoing commitment to improving transit, a comprehensive review of bus routes in the North Central Transit Service Review (TSR) area is underway. The goal is to make service better, smarter, and more connected - including building on the new MAX Green rapid transit investments, improving connections to high schools and other key desti

Starting today, traffic fines set by the Province of Alberta are increasing and will apply to drivers in Calgary and municipalities across the province. The provincial government has updated the Procedures Regulation (AR 63/2017) to raise penalties for a number of traffic infractions that have been on the rise. This marks the first increase to these fines since 2015. Key Changes Affecting Calgary Drivers Speeding fines increase Most common speeding tickets will rise by appro

Earlier this week, City Council formally identified and approved six priority areas that will guide the development of the next four-year municipal budget, from 2027 to 2030. These priorities were the result of several strategic council sessions and will serve as the foundation for City Administration as it begins crafting the upcoming budget recommendations. Rather than proposing specific spending decisions, these priorities are intended to signal what matters most to both c

Hey, Ward 3 - Let's Talk About Citywide Rezoning. Residents are invited to a Ward 3 Town Hall - meet your city councillor, Andrew Yule, and learn about and share your input on the Proposed Repeal of Citywide Rezoning . Event Details: Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026 Time: 6:30 – 8:00 PM Location: Vivo - 11950 Country Village Link NE, Collaboratory Room Your Voice Matters In 2024 City Council approved citywide rezoning in response to Calgary’s housing crisis. The purpose was

Calling all families in Northern Hills! The Northern Hills Community Association is teaming up with the Country Hills Playground Boosters for a free Easter egg hunt you won't want to miss. Join on Saturday, April 4th from 2 to 4 PM at 1052 Country Hills Circle NW for an afternoon packed with treats, laughter, and springtime fun for the whole family. Come out, meet your neighbours, and enjoy a little springtime magic in the community. 📅 Saturday, April 4, 2025 🕑 2:00 – 4