Caution Updated:

  • New! With continued snowmelt and rising waters, the Calgary Fire Department advises against boating and all other water activities on the Bow and Elbow Rivers, effective June 29, 2026. Learn more

Real Estate & Development Services

Leasing and licensing opportunities

The City, as the landlord, manages around 1,000 active leases and licenses of occupation across a diverse range of properties.

Current listings

Looking to lease or license a City-owned property?

Interested in a property not listed?

You can still inquire about City-owned properties that aren’t currently posted.

To begin the process, visit our lease or license a City of Calgary property page. You’ll find:

  • Step-by-step application instructions
  • A list of required documents
  • Submission guidelines and next steps.

Check out our frequently asked questions page for common inquiries about leasing City property.

For general questions, feel free to email us at Leasing@calgary.ca.​