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Beltline Community Investment Fund (BCIF) funding allocations

Below are the projects that have been approved for funding through the Beltline Community Investment Fund.

2026 Funded Projects

Organization Project name and description Funding amount

17th Avenue Business Improvement Area

17th Avenue Vibrancy: This project will enhance the vibrancy of the community by creating a welcoming and engaging environment with planters and picnic tables.

$64,250

BUMP Festival Art Society

Beltline Murals – 2026: This project will commission new public art murals in the Beltline.

$200,000

2025 Funded Projects

Organization Project name and description Funding amount
City of Calgary - Mobility Initiatives

Shared e-Scooter / e-Bike Corrals for the Beltline: This project will be a pilot project designated to add parking corrals in the Beltline for e-Scooters and e-Bikes to reduce sidewalk clutter and make sidewalks more accessible. 

$75,000

BUMP Festival Art Society

Beltline Murals – 2025: This project will commission new public art murals in the Beltline.

$200,000

Sustainable Calgary Society

Transforming the Connaught Open Street: This project will commission a new park in the Beltline. As of May 6, 2025, City Council approved for this to be a permanent public park.

$200,000

Beltline Neighbourhoods Association

17th Avenue Open Street Pilot: This project will transforming 17th Avenue SW into pedestrian zones to enhance the neighbourhood's economic, social and cultural fabric in meaningful ways.

$200,000

2024 Funded Projects

Organization Project name and description Funding amount

BUMP Festival Art Society

Beltline Murals - 2024: This project will commission new public art murals in the Beltline.

$200,000

Beltline Business Improvement Area

Street Beautification: This project will enhance the Beltline’s vibrancy and public spaces through seasonal planters, flags and murals.

$90,000

Better Bike Racks Ltd.

Beltline Community Enhancement Project: This project will enhance the Beltline by strategically installing functional, artistic bike racks.

$150,000

Lougheed House Conservation Society

Lougheed House Beaulieu Public Gardens & Community Placemaking Hub: This project will enhance accessibility and the garden’s role as a space for the community.

$200,000

Parks Foundation

Haultain Park Living Room: This project will revitalize the East side of Haultain Park to enhance safety and usability of the space.

$200,000

Beltline Neighbourhoods Association

Beltline Public Art Sculptures: This project will commission 3 -5 new public art sculptural installations on public lands or publicly accessible spaces.

$200,000

2023 Funded Projects

Organization Project name and description Funding amount

Beltline Neighbourhoods Association

BUMP Festival - Beltline Murals: This project will commission between 8-10 new public art murals in the Beltline.

$200,000

Beltline Neighbourhoods Association

Beltline Neighbourhood Fridge: This project will see the development of an outdoor space with a fridge and pantry that is accessible to anyone regardless of income or status.

$4,000

Beltline Neighbourhoods Association

Beltline Neighbourhood Fridge: This project will see the development of an outdoor space with a fridge and pantry that is accessible to anyone regardless of income or status.

$5,640

Sustainable Calgary Society

Connaught Open Streets: This project will transform part of 10th Street adjacent to Connaught School into a permanent greenspace.

$200,000

2022 Funded Projects

Organization  Project name and description  Funding amount 

Beltline Business Improvement Area 

Parklets Phase 2: Parklets are made from recycled shipping containers and give area residents and visitors additional public outdoor space to relax, rest, reflect and connect with family and friends.

$42,000 

Beltline Business Improvement Area 

Poster BLOX: The BLOX is a small area in the heart of the Beltline to promote growth and vibrancy within the neighborhood and to celebrate all the great businesses, experiences and reasons to visit the Beltline. 

$90,163 

Beltline Neighbourhoods Association 

Beltline Mural Project – BUMP: The BUMP Festival partners with a variety of different artists, working to create murals that show Calgary as a creative hub for artists through vibrant and meaningful street art located around the Beltline. 

$200,000 

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