50 Avenue S.W. improvements

Connecting people to places 50 Avenue S.W. Improvements

Safer, easier travel for everyone, whether you walk, bike, take transit or drive. 

Project overview

We are making 50 Avenue S.W. easier to use this summer and fall.

This project improves connections from Crowchild Trail S.W. to 14a Street S.W. It makes it easier to move between neighbourhoods, parks and schools, supporting access to key destinations, like Glenmore Athletic Park, River Park and Sandy Beach.

Improvements include a continuous pathway from Sandy Beach to Mount Royal University and upgrading the street for everyone who uses it.

How this improves getting around

  • Better connections

    Extending the multiuse pathway from 19 Street S.W. to 22 Street S.W., creating easier access between Sandy Beach, River Park and Mount Royal University.

  • Safer crossings

    New traffic signal at 20 Street S.W. and curb extensions along 50 Avenue S.W., reducing crossing distances and improving visibility for people walking.

  • Smoother, safer streets

    Replacing pavement, updating streetlights and repairing sidewalks on from 14a Street S.W. to Crowchild Trail S.W. improving comfort and safety for all users.

Council's priority focus areas

How we’re making progress on Council focus areas:

Reliable and sustainable infrastructure
Repaired roadway surface, sidewalks, and curbs and gutters on 50 Avenue S.W. help ensure our City roads are well-maintained and reliable for years to come.

Functional transportation network
Completing the missing pathway connection, to provide a route from Sandy Beach to Mount Royal University. This creates an accessible and reliable option for different modes of transportation.

Project location

The 50 Avenue S.W. improvements run from Crowchild Trail S.W. to 14a Street S.W.

Wards: 8 and 11 

50 Avenue S.W. Improvements Phase 2

(from 22 Street S.W. to 21 Street S.W.)

NOTES:

  • Crosswalks, line painting and markings shown are for conceptual purposes only. Road marking and crosswalks may differ in the final product.
  • Proposed roadway and intersection improvements shown may be subject to change, resource permitting. The final product may be different from what is shown.
  • Colours of improvements are shown for map visibility, actual colours of improvements will vary.

50 Avenue S.W. Improvements Phase 2

(from 21 Street S.W. to 20 Street S.W.)

NOTES:

  • Crosswalks, line painting and markings shown are for conceptual purposes only. Road marking and crosswalks may differ in the final product.
  • Proposed roadway and intersection improvements shown may be subject to change, resource permitting. The final product may be different from what is shown.
  • Colours of improvements are shown for map visibility, actual colours of improvements will vary.

50 Avenue S.W. Improvements Phase 2

(from 20 Street S.W. to 19 Street S.W.)

NOTES:

  • Crosswalks, line painting and markings shown are for conceptual purposes only. Road marking and crosswalks may differ in the final product.
  • Proposed roadway and intersection improvements shown may be subject to change, resource permitting. The final product may be different from what is shown.
  • Colours of improvements are shown for map visibility, actual colours of improvements will vary.
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50 Avenue S.W. Improvements Phase 2

(from 22 Street S.W. to 21 Street S.W.)

NOTES:

  • Crosswalks, line painting and markings shown are for conceptual purposes only. Road marking and crosswalks may differ in the final product.
  • Proposed roadway and intersection improvements shown may be subject to change, resource permitting. The final product may be different from what is shown.
  • Colours of improvements are shown for map visibility, actual colours of improvements will vary.

50 Avenue S.W. Improvements Phase 2

(from 22 Street S.W. to 21 Street S.W.)

NOTES:

  • Crosswalks, line painting and markings shown are for conceptual purposes only. Road marking and crosswalks may differ in the final product.
  • Proposed roadway and intersection improvements shown may be subject to change, resource permitting. The final product may be different from what is shown.
  • Colours of improvements are shown for map visibility, actual colours of improvements will vary.
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50 Avenue S.W. Improvements Phase 2

(from 21 Street S.W. to 20 Street S.W.)

NOTES:

  • Crosswalks, line painting and markings shown are for conceptual purposes only. Road marking and crosswalks may differ in the final product.
  • Proposed roadway and intersection improvements shown may be subject to change, resource permitting. The final product may be different from what is shown.
  • Colours of improvements are shown for map visibility, actual colours of improvements will vary.

50 Avenue S.W. Improvements Phase 2

(from 21 Street S.W. to 20 Street S.W.)

NOTES:

  • Crosswalks, line painting and markings shown are for conceptual purposes only. Road marking and crosswalks may differ in the final product.
  • Proposed roadway and intersection improvements shown may be subject to change, resource permitting. The final product may be different from what is shown.
  • Colours of improvements are shown for map visibility, actual colours of improvements will vary.
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50 Avenue S.W. Improvements Phase 2

(from 20 Street S.W. to 19 Street S.W.)

NOTES:

  • Crosswalks, line painting and markings shown are for conceptual purposes only. Road marking and crosswalks may differ in the final product.
  • Proposed roadway and intersection improvements shown may be subject to change, resource permitting. The final product may be different from what is shown.
  • Colours of improvements are shown for map visibility, actual colours of improvements will vary.

50 Avenue S.W. Improvements Phase 2

(from 20 Street S.W. to 19 Street S.W.)

NOTES:

  • Crosswalks, line painting and markings shown are for conceptual purposes only. Road marking and crosswalks may differ in the final product.
  • Proposed roadway and intersection improvements shown may be subject to change, resource permitting. The final product may be different from what is shown.
  • Colours of improvements are shown for map visibility, actual colours of improvements will vary.

Note: Crosswalks, line painting and markings shown are for conceptual purposes only. Road marking and crosswalks may differ in the final product.

Project phase

Latest updates

October 13, 2026

The 50 Avenue S.W. Improvements project is substantially complete.

Roadway and pathway construction along 50 Avenue S.W. between 14a Street S.W, and Crowchild Trail S.W. has wrapped up.

Residents can expect to see crews on-site to finish some minor items, including:

  • Activating the new traffic signal at 20 Street S.W.
  • Minor concrete work
  • Minor landscaping
  • Installing new 40 km/h speed limit signs
  • Site clean up

We don’t expect any further road construction or closures.

Timeline

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2026 Phase 2 improvements and repaving

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Extended multiuse pathway from 19 St. S.W. to 22 St. S.W., added curb extensions, a new traffic signal at 20 St. S.W. and repaved from 14A St. S.W. to Crowchild Trail S.W.

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2025 Phase 2 planning and design

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2024 Phase 1 pathway construction

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Installed a new, permanent, raised multiuse pathway on south side of 50 Ave. S.W. from 14a St. to 19 St. S.W. This replaced the temporary adaptive pathway.

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2023 Phase 1 planning and design

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2020 Temporary adaptive pathway installed

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Providing more space to accommodate increased pedestrian and cyclist traffic along the south side of 50 Ave S.W. during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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2017 Transportation corridor study and public engagement

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Public input helped with the final design, including intersection design, traffic calming, pedestrian safety, cycling facilities, and construction planning.

Construction

Construction began in May and ended in October 2026. 

Estimated timeframe Construction overview Details
Estimated timeframe : May – June 2026 Construction overview : Early works and project setup   Details :

Installed traffic signal bases at 20 Street S.W. and completed project preparation work.

  • The existing four-way stop remains in place until the new signal is activated.
Estimated timeframe : July 6 – late July 2026  Construction overview : Road reconstruction: 20 Street S.W. to 22 Street S.W. Details :

Crews reconstructed the roadway, repaired concrete, installed curbs and manholes, and built the new multi-use pathway.

  • 50 Avenue S.W. closed to vehicle traffic between 20 Street S.W. and 22 Street S.W.
  • Temporary detours, sidewalk closures, and parking restrictions in place.
  • Access to homes, schools, parks, and businesses maintained.  
Estimated timeframe : Week of July 31 , 2026 –mid-September 2026 Construction overview : Road reconstruction: 17 Street S.W. to 20 Street S.W.   Details :

Crews continue roadway reconstruction, concrete repairs, curb and manhole installation and south side pathway construction.

  •  50 Avenue S.W. will be fully closed between 17 Street S.W. and 20 Street S.W. with detours via 17 Street S.W. and 21 Street S.W.
  • Flaggers direct traffic at 20 Street S.W. between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.
  • Front door access remains available throughout construction.
Estimated timeframe : Week of August 17, 2026 Construction overview : Intersection construction: 20 Street S.W. and 50 Avenue S.W. Details : Rebuilt the intersection at 20 Street S.W., including concrete repairs, manhole installation, road (asphalt and base) removal and reconstruction.  
Estimated timeframe : September 17-30, 2026 Construction overview : Curb extension on N.E. corner of 50 Avenue S.W. and 20 Street S.W. Details : Flaggers directed traffic at 20 Street S.W. between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Estimated timeframe : Mid-September to late September 2026 Construction overview : 14a Street S.W. to 17 Street S.W. Details :

Roadway reconstruction including concrete repairs, curb and manhole installation and base layer asphalt.   ·

  • 50 Avenue S.W. will be fully closed between 14a Street S.W. and 17 Street S.W. with detour routes to be announced. 
  • Front door access remains available throughout construction.  
Estimated timeframe : Aug 17-30      Construction overview : Curb extension on N.E. corner of 15 Ave S.W. and 20 St S.W.  Details : Flaggers direct traffic at 20 St S.W. between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. 
Estimated timeframe : September-October 2026 Construction overview : 22 Street S.W. to Crowchild Trail S.W. Details :

Nighttime road reconstruction and paving between 22 Street S.W. and Crowchild Trail S.W. including:

  • Curb and gutter repairs, concrete island rehabilitation, streetlight upgrades and road resurfacing.
  • Temporary traffic, pedestrian and transit detours will be used as needed.
Estimated timeframe : October 2026 Construction overview : Final details Details : Final paving, line painting, traffic signal activation and finishing work are expected to be completed.  
Estimated timeframe : October 2026 - October 2028 Construction overview : Warranty period Details : Contractor may return to repair any deficiencies.

Outreach and engagement

Public input helped with the final design of the 50 Avenue S.W. improvements, including intersection design, traffic calming, pedestrian safety, cycling facilities, and construction planning.

  • Public engagement started in 2017.
  • Two public information session were held:
    • March 26, 2025, sharing Phase 2 plans with the community
    • June 8, 2026, sharing construction information with the community

We used the community feedback, combined with the data from the 2017 transportation corridor study, operational history and current plans for the Glenmore Athletic Park to develop the design being built today.

Budget and funding

$6.335 million

Funding sources:

  • Pathway and Bikeway Plan: $2.4 million
  • Annual Paving Program: $3.3 million
  • Mobility signals: $0.5 million
  • Mobility streetlighting: $0.1 million

Contact

Email: 50avenueSW@calgary.ca
Contact: 311

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