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Tax Rates, City Expansion, and the Housing Demand

Council recently learned that slower than expected development in Calgary’s new communities is expected to cause an additional $56.9 million shortfall. This is...
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Affordable Housing Update

The rising cost of living and limited rental supply continue to create barriers for some Calgarians to meet their basic shelter needs. Close...
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Holiday, Snow, Kindness

Calgary. We are friendly. We are fearless and adventurous. We are hospitable, welcoming and warm. We are entrepreneurial. We solve problems. December can be...
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One Calgary

‘One Calgary’ is the newest name of Calgary’s 2019-2022 budget plan. The name speaks to bringing all City services together to create a...
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Crime and Social Disorder

Social disorder and crime against people and property are on the rise in Calgary and the impacts are being felt across the city....
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Walking Safety a Top Concern in Calgary Neighbourhoods

Walking Safety Following the 2017 Municipal Election, Councillors convened a roundtable discussion on the key issues they heard at the doors. Again and again,...
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Bee-Friendly City

“Bees have so much to offer us if we only listen.” – Jay Ebben, Painted Hives Bees may be tiny, but they play an...
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Climate

Cities around the world are working to tackle climate change. The debate is no longer about the reality of climate change—the science is...
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Reconciliation

Since 2014, you may have heard speeches that begin by acknowledging Treaty 7 lands. What does this mean and why is it important? The...
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Timely snow clearing

Timely snow clearing from sidewalks is essential for safety and accessibility. Winter maintenance often leaves Calgarians out in the cold, or, worse still,...
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February – Councillor Druh Farrell’s Report

Economic Development In December, City Council approved $100 million for the Economic Development Investment Fund (EDIF). The fund is intended to boost Calgary’s economy,...
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January – Councillor Druh Farrell’s Report

are now composting city-wide. I am proud of our city for taking this key step toward waste diversion. Over the past 50 years,...