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JUNE / 25

 

Stay tuned for the July 22 Executive Committee meeting, where I will be bringing forward a Notice of Motion to address the congestion issues at the 68 Street NE and McKnight Boulevard NE intersection. 

  

Until then, whether you're heading to the Stampede grounds or enjoying local festivities in Ward 10, I look forward to seeing you on the Stampede Trail! 

 

CONTENT OVERVIEW:

  • What's New?
    • Culture Days Microgrant
  • Did You Know: Speeding Enforcement 
  • Ongoing Improvements
  • Free Summer Programs
  • Celebrate Neighbour Day
  • Canada Day 2025
  • Engagement Opportunities
    • Village Square Leisure Centre (VSLC)
    • Ward 9 & Marlborough Park Connections

 

WHAT'S NEW?

Culture Days Microgrant

This new microgrant offers up to $5,000 to support community-led arts and culture events in Calgary's downtown during Culture Days (September 1-30). 

 

Community Associations, registered non-profits, and charities can apply by July 2 to host a free or low-cost cultural experience like a pop-up, performance, workshop, interactive installation, etc. that enhances public engagement and celebrate local diversity. 


Visit calgary.ca/CultureDays for more information

 

 

🚧ONGOING IMPROVEMENTS🚧

Several infrastructure projects are underway in Ward 10 to enhance safety and mobility. Here's a summary of current construction activities and what to expect in the coming weeks: 

 

Intersection Improvements 

  • 36 St / Memorial Dr: Right turn upgrades are ongoing and are expected to continue through mid-July. 

 

Pathway Link Construction

  • 39 Ave Pathway (Barlow Tr to 32 St): Construction of a new pathway link is underway and expected to continue through late June. 
  • 32 Ave Pathway (12 St to Barlow Tr): Replacing existing sidewalks with a separated off-street pathway. Construction planned for this year, and is currently in the design phase. 

 

16 Avenue Road Construction

  • Between 52 St and 68 St: Concrete replacement, milling and paving activities expected through late July, with a pause in construction during the Calgary Stampede.

  

For information on the Various Street Improvement Program, visit calgary.ca/improvements

For information on the Annual Paving Program, visit calgary.ca/paving 

 

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact 311. 

FREE SUMMER PROGRAMS🌳

The City of Calgary offers a variety of free, safe, and supervised summer programs for children, youth, and families in local parks and community spaces.

 

☀️ ACTIVITIES

Stay n' Play: Drop-in games and activities for children ages 3-5. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 

Park n' Play: Drop in games and activities for children ages 6-12.

LEAD: Registration required - leadership certification program for youth ages 11-17. 

Mobile Adventure Playground: Drop-in outdoor play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 

Community Nature Walk: Guided walk and activities for families and all ages. 

 

📍WARD 10 LOCATIONS

Temple

Stay n' Play: July 7 - 11, 10AM - 12PM

Park n' Play: July 7 - 11, 10AM - 3:30PM

LEAD: July 7 - 11, 10AM - 4PM

 

Crossroads

Stay n' Play: July 14 - 18, 10AM - 12PM

Park n' Play: July 14 - 18, 10AM - 3:30PM

 

Marlborough 

Stay n' Play: July 21 - 25, 10AM - 12PM

Park n' Play: July 21 - 25, 10AM - 3:30PM

LEAD: July 21 - 25, 10AM - 4PM

 

Abbeydale 

Stay n' Play: July 28 - Aug 1, 10AM - 12PM

Park n' Play: July 28 - Aug 1, 10AM - 3:30PM

Mobile Adventure Playground: Aug 5 - 8. 10AM - 3PM

LEAD: July 28 - Aug 1, 10AM - 4PM

 

Whitehorn

Stay n' Play: Aug 5 - 8, 10AM - 12PM

Park n' Play: Aug 5 - 8, 10AM - 3:30PM

 

Monterey Park

Stay n' Play: Aug 11 - 15, 10AM - 12PM

Park n' Play: Aug 11 - 15, 10AM - 3:30PM

 

Marlborough Park

Stay n' Play: Aug 11 - 15, 10AM - 12PM

Park n' Play: Aug 11 - 15, 10AM - 3:30PM

Community Nature Walk: Sept 23, 6:30PM - 7:30PM

 

To learn more and discover programs happening across the city, visit calgary.ca/FREE

CELEBRATE NEIGHBOUR DAY👋

Neighbour Day is Calgary's annual celebration of community connection. It's a chance for neighbours to come together, strengthen relationships, and build a sense of belonging in their community. 

 

Get involved in this year’s event by gathering with your neighbours for a block party or community event this Saturday, June 21!

 

In addition to the many neighbourhood events taking place across the city, Sport Calgary’s All Sport One Day will also give children a free opportunity to try a new sport, while collecting donations of used sports equipment. 

  

To see Neighbour Day events in your community visit calgary.ca/NeighbourDay.

 

NOTE: Most events are outdoors and weather permitting. We encourage you to contact your local organizer for the latest updates and any possible rescheduling.

CANADA DAY 2025

Come downtown on July 1st for The City of Calgary’s Canada Day celebrations – a full day of fun, connection and culture for all ages.

 

Festivities begin at 11 a.m. across multiple downtown locations including The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland (Formerly Fort Calgary), St. Patrick's Island and the Municipal Building. 

 

Come with your friends and family to experience performances and activities that celebrate our country’s diversity.

 

Enjoy an Indigenous spotlight and powwow, live music, cultural performances, food trucks, face painting and more.

 

End the day with a spectacular fireworks show above Stampede Park just after 11 p.m.

 

Plan your visit with the interactive map and full event schedule at calgary.ca/CanadaDay.

ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

📥VILLAGE SQUARE LEISURE CENTRE (VSLC)

 

Summary:

In 2025, VSLC and The Innovation Lab are working on a project to help make VSLC feel safer and more welcoming. They're talking to staff, partners, centre users and residents of the surrounding neighbourhoods to discover what matters to you and bring forward YOUR IDEAS for improving your local recreation centre and community hub.   

Important Dates:

June 30 - Deadline for online survey 

 

July 8 - Deadline for workshop registration 

 

July 11 - Workshop

📍Village Square Leisure Centre

⏰1:30-3PM

 

July 12 - Workshop

📍Village Square Leisure Centre

⏰10-11:30AM

 

Links:

Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/KGch98MaaM

 

Workshop Registration:https://forms.office.com/r/TdPxiVHJ3s

🚲 WARD 9 & MARLBOROUGH PARK CONNECTIONS 

 

Summary:

Provide your feedback on the proposed designed for pathway and bikeway improvements in Marlborough Park.

Important Dates:

June 28 - Bike Hop-a-long

 

July 14 - Deadline for online survey

 

Visit the website to view the in person event schedule.

 

Website:

engage.calgary.ca/Ward9MarlParkConnections

 

 

Ward 10, Office of the Councillor

Office of the Councillors P.O. Box 2100, Stn. M Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2P 2M5 Mail code: 8001

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