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The Downtown Safety Leadership Table, a group of downtown leaders brought together to help identify ways to address safety and promote vibrancy in downtown Calgary, released 28 recommendations in March 2024.
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Affordable homes in downtown Calgary through office-residential conversion
City of Calgary NewsroomMore Calgarians will soon be able to make their home in the heart of downtown through the latest office-residential conversion supported by our Downtown Calgary Development Incentive program.
Affordable Hardware Access Program Expands in Calgary
City of CalgaryCollaboration between The City of Calgary, United Way and Technology Helps Foundation improves digital equity for Calgarians.
Calgary Crime Rates Fall as City Sees Big Gains in Public Safety
City of Calgary NewsroomCALGARY – Calgary is seeing a significant drop in crime across the board, marking a major step forward in the city's efforts to create a safer, more connected community.
Bylaw amendments to weapons and noxious substances
City of Calgary NewsroomCalgary City Council has passed amendments to the weapons provision of the Public Behaviour Bylaw, aimed at enhancing public safety across the city. The updated bylaw now prohibits the open display of weapons and noxious substances, such as bear spray, in public spaces unless for a lawful purpose.
Community court marks 1-year anniversary
CBC WebsiteMonthly Calgary court sees 450 participants and over 2,000 withdrawn bylaw tickets
Calgary officials are trying to make the city feel safer by testing the spaces. Improving Calgary's shelter system is a key part of the city's safety strategy.
Free youth basketball clinics downtown this summer
City of Calgary NewsroomThe City of Calgary and the Calgary Surge are teaming up to bring free youth basketball clinics and a high-energy 3-on-3 tournament to the heart of our city. Whether you’re a future star or just looking for summer fun, everyone’s invited to get in the game!
State of Downtown Reports on momentum and progress in Calgary’s downtown
City of Calgary NewsroomFrom new homes and student energy to artistic murals, music festivals, and social enterprise, the report captures how collective efforts are bringing new life, new ideas, and new people to Downtown Calgary.
$22.8 million in federal funding for exceeding housing targets
City of Calgary NewsroomCanada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) announced $22.8 million in new funding for Calgary through the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF). The new funding will be allocated to support housing initiatives in Calgary’s downtown and incentivize more secondary suites across the city.
The City supports Civic Partners to create safe and secure spaces
City of Calgary NewsroomIn November 2024, Council approved $2 million annually for the Civic Partner Community Safety Grant Program to support The City’s Civic Partners operating in the downtown to address safety incidents and related escalated safety issues in the areas and community spaces surrounding their facilities.