Mayor Nenshi proclaims April 5 Ralph Klein Day

Today on the steps of the Municipal Plaza, Mayor Nenshi announced the proclamation of April 5, 2013 as Ralph Klein Day. Mayor Nenshi made the proclamation and presented the Calgary flag to Mrs. Colleen Klein and family during a brief ceremony prior to the formal Celebration of Life event hosted at the Jack Singer Concert Hall.

“The outpouring of affection we see today is tangible evidence of the legacy that Ralph Klein leaves behind him, as Mayor, as Premier and as a Calgarian,” said Mayor Nenshi.

“On behalf of City Council and the citizens of Calgary, it is my privilege to declare today ‘Ralph Klein Day’.”

Ralph Klein begin his political career as Calgary mayor from 1980 – 1989. His legacy as mayor includes hosting the 1988 Winter Olympics, creating the Calgary Economic Development Authority and leading the development of Calgary’s Light Rail Transit (LRT) system. Klein passed away on March 29, 2013 in Calgary, at the age of 70.

The City has released a special set of photos of Ralph Klein during his tenure as mayor. You can visit the City’s Celebration for Ralph Klein page to view the gallery.