Tuesday, Sept 30 is National Day of Truth & Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. You’re invited to actively engage in reconciliation and decolonization with a variety of educational programming at The Confluence. For more information, please visit: theconfluence.ca/events/orangeshirtday2025

Today’s the day, Ward 9! Come down to Cold Garden for the big candidate debate! Bring a neighbour and hear what our city council hopefuls have to say! Things get rolling at noon. Prefer politics in PJs? No problem! The Sprawl is live streaming it all: www.youtube.com/live/jecI6R7...

Our extra rainy summer = fast grass growth. Calgary crews are working extended shifts to catch up and manage long grass in parks & roadsides. 50%+ of park mowing is complete, with more equipment coming in 2026 to boost future capacity. Thx for your patience! www.gccarra.ca/monthly-news...

Join us in Remembering the Children - a gathering to honour residential school survivors, their families & those who never returned. 🧡 Sept 30 | 9–10:30 AM 📍 The Confluence (750 9 Ave SE) Livestream: calgary.ca/orangeshirtday www.gccarra.ca/monthly-news...

The Curbside Treasure Hunt is back! On Sept 6–7, set out gently used items for neighbours to pick up, and hunt for treasures of your own! It’s a citywide weekend of giving, finding & reusing. More details: calgary.ca/treasurehunt

Join Calgary on Purpose Sept 10 for an evening of conversation and connection. Be among the first to hear a special proposal from Calgary’s inaugural poet laureate, Shone Thistle, with a new script for the white hatting ceremony for HMCS Calgary crew. www.calgaryonpurpose.com/events/conte...

Will you be away during the upcoming municipal election period? Special (mail-in) ballot packages for the 2025 General Election can now be requested by eligible voters. electionscalgary.ca/MailinBallot

In partnership with Enmax, electrical upgrades and a new irrigation system are being planned for Elliston Park. Both projects are scheduled concurrently beginning September 2, 2025. Some site closures expected to facilitate this work. Learn more: www.gccarra.ca/ward-9-commu...

At this time the evacuation order previously in place for the Manchester Industrial area has been lifted. We will be working with our partners to collapse the closures o the impacted areas as soon as possible. All previous road closures and transit impacts are no longer in place.

‼️ONGOING INCIDENT IN MANCHESTER Calgary Police continue to contain an area in Manchester in relation to a hazard materials incident. Several roads remain closed to ensure public safety, including intermittent road closures on Macleod Trail throughout the day. newsroom.calgary.ca/emergency-op...

Are you registered to vote in Calgary’s Oct 20 election? Take a minute to find out: Visit voterlink.ab.ca, call Elections Calgary (403-476-4100), or confirm at your voting station. You can still vote if you’re not on the list - just bring ID. Learn more: www.gccarra.ca/monthly-news...

The City is planning to upgrade Route 23 into a BRT line along 52 Street, running from Saddletowne to Seton. That means faster service, MAX-style stations + better connections. Share your feedback and learn more Aug 5–29 👇 www.gccarra.ca/monthly-news...

Fresh off the press: Two new Ward 9 maps! 💧Where Water Flows in Ward 9 (created in collaboration with Blackfoot artist Kristy North Peigan) 🍦The Official Kids Guide to Ward 9 (Co-created with the talented kids of Ward 9 to highlight their favourite places) Order today: gccarra.ca/maps

Help shape the future of public engagement in Calgary. A reminder that tonight is the first of two in-person Ward 9 engagement sessions: Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Drop-in from 5:30-8:30pm. Millican Ogden Community Hall - 2110 69 Ave SE www.gccarra.ca/monthly-news...

A new 2.45 km multi-use pathway is coming to 68 St NE between Abbotsford Dr and Applewood Dr. Construction starts late July 2025 and wraps up in 2026. The pathway will improve walking and wheeling connections in the community. More info: www.gccarra.ca/ward-9-commu...

Starting July 16, all mobile tickets will need to be validated before boarding a CTrain. Activate your ticket in the My Fare app, then scan it at a platform validator. This change helps keep our system fair and sustainable for everyone. www.calgarytransit.com/news/changes...

Have some free time to volunteer this Friday? Help the Salvation Army East Calgary Hub with their annual backpack drive! If you’re able to help pack bags with school supplies for kids in need, reach out to Tae for more details ([email protected]) www.gccarra.ca/monthly-news...

The 2025 Barn Burner was a wild success! An incredible night of community, connection, and celebration, raising funds for two incredible local charities: the Calgary Firefighters Burn Treatment Society and the Veterans Association Food Bank. Check out more photos👇 www.gccarra.ca/monthly-news...

Indigenous artist and Ward 9 community leader Flora Johnson guided youth to create Inspiration, a mural rooted in the Seven Teachings, now at Erin Woods Community Hall. More than art, it’s a story of community, resilience, and connection coming to life. www.gccarra.ca/monthly-news...

Honoured to spend the morning at DH Ranch on Tsuut’ina land with Tourism Calgary and Indigenous Tourism Alberta, witnessing culture, connection, and the power of tradition. Grateful for the warm welcome and unforgettable experience.

Still a few spots left for teams to join this year’s youth Road Hockey Rodeo! Come out and play with crew members from the HMCS Calgary and City of Calgary first responders! gccarra.ca/rhr

Planning on driving to the Stampede grounds and need a place to park? 👇This is the spot! Plus: all funds raised support the rad kids at Ramsay school! stampedeparking.com

Tomorrow marks the official kickoff to Stampede with the 113th Calgary Stampede Parade! Road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect throughout the East Village and Downtown. Please be patient and plan ahead: Calgary.ca/stampede

Only a few tickets left for this years Barn Burner! Act fast if you hope to join the fun! Gccarra.ca/barnburner

Today marked a monumental milestone in Calgary’s history as shovels hit the ground on the Green Line LRT. With 17 km of track, 12 new stations, and $6.2B invested, Phase 1 is the first step in building a more connected, accessible, resilient, and future-ready Calgary. www.gccarra.ca/monthly-news...

Summer officially kicks off July 1 with free, family-friendly Canada Day events across downtown! Enjoy music, culture + celebration at The Confluence + St. Patrick’s Island. calgary.ca/canadaday Then keep the fun going all summer: 200+ festivals from July - September! calgary.ca/summerfestivals

Two awesome events coming up to help kickoff Stampede and support some incredible local charities in the process! Dust off your boots at the annual Barn Burner happening July 2, or register a youth team to play in this years Road Hockey Rodeo July 12! www.gccarra.ca/monthly-news...

A first-in-Canada award for two of Calgary’s most amazing parks! www.gccarra.ca/monthly-news...

Help set kids up for success! The Salvation Army East Calgary Hub is collecting donations of new backpacks + school supplies for East Calgary kids. You can help by: 🎒 Donating backpacks + supplies 💸 Donating funds 📦 Shopping their Amazon wishlist Details 👉 www.gccarra.ca/monthly-news...

Try a new sport, make new friends, and discover your new favourite activity - all for FREE! Registration for All Sport One Day on June 21st is now open! sportcalgary.ca

It’s here! Tool Shed Brewing + HMCS Calgary have officially launched a special edition beer to mark the ship’s 30th anniversary w/ the Royal Canadian Navy. You’ll soon find this fantastic beer being poured at Legions around town and at this year’s Barn Burner on July 2! gccarra.ca/barnburner

The 2025 Road Hockey Rodeo is back! Youth 12–17 can team up with HMCS Calgary sailors, first responders & maybe a few Flames Alumni for a fun, free 3-on-3 tournament during Stampede—all in support of Trellis Society. Register now before spots fill up! Gccarra.ca/rhr

Join us July 2 at ATCO Park to kick off Stampede with great food, music, and friends, all for a good cause. Celebrate 30 years of HMCS Calgary at this year’s Barn Burner! Tickets are $60 adults/$10 kids. This event sells out fast, so grab your tickets soon! gccarra.ca/barnburner

The 2025 Calgary Marathon is happening this weekend! In order to put on an event of this caliber, some temporary road closures and parking restrictions throughout the run routes are required. Learn more and plan ahead👇 www.gccarra.ca/monthly-news...

Dive into history with Hot Dogs & Hot Takes on History at The Confluence! Join in the debate May 22, 7–8:30 PM, as @cwalcottyyc.bsky.social explores judging past figures by today's morals. Tickets: $15. Ages 13+. www.theconfluence.ca/events/hdht-...

Big news for East Calgary! The City has selected Onward Homes to build 350 new homes near Franklin Station — half will be affordable housing, including a mix of family-oriented + accessible units. A major step toward vibrant, transit-connected communities. Learn more: www.gccarra.ca/monthly-news...

We've mailed approximately 585,000 property tax bills to residential & non-residential property owners. If you haven't received your property tax bill by May 23, you should visit calgary.ca/propertytax or contact 311 to obtain a copy of your bill. The Property tax deadline is Monday, June 30.

So many FREE family-friendly activities to check out this summer! Learn more about scheduling, locations, and programs being offered in your community: www.gccarra.ca/monthly-news...

🐅CALGARY ZOO: ONGOING WEST GATE CLOSURE🦕 Big changes are underway at the Calgary Zoo! Exploration Asia is undergoing exciting renovations. As part of this work, the seasonal West Gate will remain closed this year. All Zoo access will be through the main North Gate entrance only.

Grateful for the incredible people at Alpha House for their time, compassion, and commitment to supporting our unhoused neighbours. The work they do truly makes a difference. Learn more about Alpha House and their wrap-around supportive housing programs👇 alphahousecalgary.com/how-we-help/...

‘It is with wistfulness, but also clear conviction and fierce pride, that I announce my decision not to seek a fifth term as Ward 9’s City Councillor this October. While this may not come as a surprise, I have some reflections I’d like to share.’ Full statement from Cllr Carra: gccarra.ca/farewell

May 10th is World Migratory Bird Day! Grab your friends and family and head over to Inglewood Bird Sanctuary for a free WMBD event from 1pm to 4pm. Learn about Calgary’s birds, their incredible journeys, and how you can help make our city more bird friendly. www.gccarra.ca/monthly-news...

Construction season is underway! Learn more about the Ward 9 mobility infrastructure projects planned for 2025. www.gccarra.ca/monthly-news...

In the spirit of Truth and Reconciliation, The City of Calgary is creating a permanent memorial to honour Indian Residential School survivors, and needs your help selecting the final design. View the design concepts and provide your feedback from now until May 17. engage.calgary.ca/IRSMemorial

Save yourself a trip to the landfill. Community cleanup events throughout Ward 9 start this weekend. Find dates and learn more: www.gccarra.ca/monthly-news...

Jane’s Walk weekend officially starts today and we couldn’t be more excited! Cllr Carra’s Inglewood event is sold out, but there are still a ton of fantastic walks throughout Ward 9 and all over Calgary to register for! janeswalk.calgarycommunities.com/join-a-walk/ 📸 Third Photography

Honour 80 years since VE-Day & the Battle of the Atlantic. Stand with our community in honouring the service and sacrifice of those who protect and serve out country. 📅 May 4 | ⏰10:30AM | 📍City Hall PLUS: Join a special VE-Day event at The Military Museums on May 8. www.gccarra.ca/monthly-news...

A reminder for residents in SE Calgary - registration for free trees through the City’s Branching Out program opens this morning at 10am. www.calgary.ca/parks-rec-pr...

Residents of Calgary East or anyone curious to learn more about the upcoming federal election, this one's for you! Register + learn more👇 forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...

Calling all Calgary youth ages 12-18. Registration is OPEN for the Youth Volunteer Fair! What's in it for you? • Find independent volunteer roles with amazing organizations • Get inspired by speakers • Win fun prizes April 12 - 2-5 pm @ Calgary Municipal Building youthcentral.com/volunteer-fair