City of Calgary Events Curbside Treasure Hunt
The Curbside Treasure Hunt invites Calgarians to uncover hidden treasures in their neighbourhoods while fostering community connections and reducing waste. This initiative encourages participants to place unwanted items at the curb for others to pick up, promoting a culture of sharing and active community engagement. Mark your calendars for September 7 & 8! Calgary Culture Days Culture Days is a month-long celebration of arts, culture, and community spirit throughout September in Calgary. Explore diverse events across the city, including music, festivals, theatre, and art exhibits. Culture Days offers something for everyone, whether you’re an art enthusiast or just seeking fun for your family. These events entertain and boost our community and economy by creating jobs and enriching our neighbourhoods. For event details, visit calgary.ca/CultureDays and share your experiences with #YYCculturedays. Celebrate Calgary’s vibrant cultural scene with us! So Long Summer Series at Lot 6 As summer comes to a close, the west end of Downtown Calgary will come alive with a vibrant series of free outdoor events during a special five-week So Long Summer Series at Lot 6 (311 8 Street S.W.) The City, working with the Calgary Downtown Association, Belleville Placemaking and Aire Commune Productions, will offer a variety of free, family-friendly programming Thursdays - Saturdays from 11 a.m. - 10 p.m., from Aug. 30 – Sept. 28, 2024. To check out the So Long Summer Series, visit www.riverhallyyc.com online or on Instagram at @riverhallyyc. We look forward to seeing you there! City of Calgary Funding Opportunities 2024 Downtown Vibrancy Fund (calgary.ca) This fund supports initiatives that offer engaging and meaningful experiences, improve the well-being of residents and visitors, and boost downtown vibrancy and safety. We welcome applications from individuals, groups, and organizations committed to making a positive difference in the Greater Downtown area.
Public art grant program for community led projects Calgary Arts Development is seeking proposals for public art projects from community-led groups. This call is open to community-managed organizations, including informal groups representing specific communities, neighbourhood associations, and non-profit or charitable entities. The submission deadline is September 4. Parks Foundation-Building Communities Grant The Building Communities Grant aims to assist in creating or enhancing community-focused parks or playgrounds. Non-profit organizations, educational institutions, societies, and other groups are eligible to apply. Applications must be submitted by October 1, 2024
City of Calgary Volunteer Opportunities City of Calgary Recruiting Volunteers for Boards, Commissions and Committees
The City of Calgary is seeking a diverse group of volunteers to join 20 different Boards, Commissions, and Committees (BCCs). These volunteers will be essential in providing City Council with important insights and recommendations on key civic issues. Applications are due by 4 p.m. on Monday, September 9, 2024. Older Adult Advisory Table Consider volunteering for the Older Adult Advisory Table (OAAT). Your expertise will contribute to shaping strategies and actions for the Age-Friendly Calgary Steering Committee, its action teams, and staff. Please visit calgary.ca/OAAT benefits and requirements. Apply online by September 11. City of Calgary Initiatives
City of Calgary Home & Small Business Webinars Sign up now for our home and small business webinars, featuring City experts sharing tips on planning and development. Our live and recorded sessions include topics like home renovation permits, safety codes, land use bylaws, contractor hiring, and inspection prep. Small business owners and startups will benefit from advice on best practices, licenses, and registration. If you’re adding a secondary or backyard suite, we’ll guide you through permits, suite registration, legalization, and incentives such as the Secondary Suite Incentive Program. Secondary Suite Incentive Program The Secondary Suite Incentive Program promotes safe housing by offering up to $10,000 to eligible homeowners for creating and registering a secondary suite within their primary residence. This incentive applies solely to suites built within the main home and does not extend to backyard or detached units. Each individual is allowed only one application, and the property must stay under the applicant's ownership throughout the entire process.
Updates on City Services Construction and Road Closures
16 Avenue N.W./29 Street Pedestrian Overpass (calgary.ca) The 16 Avenue N.W./29 Street (Stadium) Pedestrian Bridge will span 16 Avenue N.W. (Trans-Canada Highway) and be situated near several Major Activity Centres. This bridge will facilitate pedestrian access, strengthen community connections, and provide a link to the Crosstown Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) network.
Sidewalk and Crosswalk Construction in East Village September 1-2 | 7am-12pm: Full Road closure on 3 St SE between 5 and 6 Ave SE - Vehicles detour to Macleod Trail or 4 St SE for north/south access.
Day of Reconciliation at Confluence- September 30th - Road closure 6am-noon; 6th ST SE from 7th ave SE to 9th Ave SE.
4th Avenue Flyover Rehabilitation Constructed in 1982, Calgary’s longest bridge, the 4th Avenue Flyover, requires significant repairs and upgrades after 42 years of daily use by motorists entering downtown.
Peace Bridge Maintenance To minimize disruption, maintenance will be carried out without any daytime bridge closures. Pedestrian and wheeling access to the bridge will remain uninterrupted throughout the project, except for about five overnight closures between August 26 and August 30. During these closures, the bridge will be temporarily closed to the public from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., and alternative routes will be available for users during these hours. Greenline closures As early as Wednesday, September 4, Phase I of CDHI utility relocation work will require the closure of multiple lanes on 5 Avenue S.W., 6 Avenue S.W., and 2 Street S.W., as well as crosswalk and sidewalk closures. Bus stops will be relocated along 5 Avenue S.W., and on-street parking will be removed. Access to parking lots and loading docks will be maintained. This project will also require two successive weekend full lane closures (Sept 6-8 and 13-15). A separate construction notice will be issued. Watermain Break Updates For the most current updates sign up for the newsletter https://www.calgary.ca/content/www/en/home/emergencies/critical-water-main-break-june-2024.html
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