The City of Calgary news releases

29
September
2026
| 11:00 America/Denver

We're adjusting our hours of operation for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026.

Things to do

Orange Shirt Day Ceremony

Join us to commemorate Indian residential school victims, honour survivors …

28
September
2026
| 10:38 America/Denver

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 …

26
September
2026
| 10:45 America/Denver

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 …

24
September
2026
| 08:30 America/Denver

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 …

23
September
2026
| 07:30 America/Denver

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 …

22
September
2026
| 11:55 America/Denver

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 …

22
September
2026
| 10:15 America/Denver

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 …

17
September
2026
| 10:47 America/Denver

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 …

17
September
2026
| 08:09 America/Denver

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 …

16
September
2026
| 13:10 America/Denver

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 …

15
September
2026
| 10:00 America/Denver

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 …