Here is some information for all Calgarians for the Victoria Long Weekend Getting around Calgary Transit – CTrain disruptions Over the May long weekend (May 19-21), all downtown CTrain stations will be closed for scheduled maintenance. The Red Line will be closed between Sunnyside and Victoria Park-Stampede and the Blue Line will be closed betweenRead more
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Here is a letter that the Cambrian Heights community association sent my office. I am door knocking Cambrian this week to talk with residents. I want to hear from you on this issue, and any others you might have, so email my office at ward04@calgary.ca. There is another into session on May 9th at theRead more
With a higher-than-average snowpack, overland flooding affecting several Alberta communities and the five-year anniversary of the 2013 Southern Alberta flood, river flooding is top-of-mind for Calgarians. It is the priority at the City of Calgary to monitor, manage and reduce flood risk, and to ensure citizens understand their risk and have the resources available toRead more
As many Calgarians know, City Council has approved a bid exploration for hosting the 2026 Winter Olympics. A short time ago, the International Olympic Committee met with city officials to tour some of the proposed facilities and discuss some general ideas about having the games in Calgary. Last summer, I put forward a Notice ofRead more
The 2018 Municipal Non-Residential Phased Tax Program (2018 PTP) assists non-residential properties impacted by large shifts in market value. Under the 2018 PTP, non-residential municipal tax increases will be limited to five per cent. The PTP credit is based on the 2018 revenue neutral tax rate the annual market value reassessment, prior to any municipal taxRead more
MARCH 2018 NEWSLETTER REPORT FOR LEAF During the winter months the LEAF team and the ECA Board have been busy dealing with the transition of the program from the City as contractor to hiring our own contractor(s). We have provided specifications of the required work to several experienced private contractors and are in the processRead more
Calgary’s largest hiring event for youth ages 15-24 is coming soon! On Tuesday, April 3rd from 1:30 – 6 p.m., join us at the Big Four Building, Stampede Park for The City of Calgary Youth Employment Centre’s Annual Youth Hiring Fair. Over 80 employers representing a variety of industries will be on site to hireRead more
I am working with Roads to find solutions to make Calgary’s snow removal better. I know this has been frustrating for many of us trying to get around the City, and I have asked Roads to clear driveways as best they can. This impacts all of us and is tough to clear this amount ofRead more
The TGCA is installing a new playground for community residents, and are looking for donations. The TGCA is close to reaching 50% of their fundraising goal! They are still looking for donations from residents and community businesses. This will be a large playground, and will be inclusive for all kids so that everyone can play.Read more
In regards to Ward 5 Councillor Chahal’s planned Notice of Motion for the expansion of the Blue Line LRT. I would first like to applaud his efforts in representing his constituents on this matter. Obviously, he is well within his rights to advocate for such a Motion and I believe it takes great courage, conviction,Read more
