This is the official website for Gian-Carlo Carra, City Councillor for Ward 9 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
Today marked a monumental milestone in Calgary’s history as shovels hit the ground for the first phase of the Green Line LRT, Calgary’s largest and most ambitious infrastructure project to date. With representatives from all three levels of government in attendance, this groundbreaking ceremony kicked off the Phase 1 project and launched the start of construction on the transformative SE Segment of the Green Line.
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The City of Calgary’s newly establihed Traffic Safety Team is ramping up enforcement this summer to crack down on excessively loud vehicles. The goal is to reduce noise pollution and support safer, more livable neighbourhoods.
Vehicle noise isn’t just a nuisance - it impacts mental and physical health, disrupts sleep, and lowers quality of life. Common violations include noisy exhausts, excessive engine revving, loud stereos, squealing tires, and modified mufflers. These issues are enforceable under the Traffic Safety Act.
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Summer Starts Here! With over 200 festivals and events happening between June and September, downtown Calgary is the place to be this summer.
To make it easier than ever to explore what’s happening, The City of Calgary has created the Downtown Summer Festivals & Events Website – your go-to guide to find festivals, events, markets and cultural experiences happening downtown all summer long.
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Calgary has made history by becoming the first Canadian city to receive the prestigious Green Flag Award for its parks, an internationally recognized benchmark for excellence in public green spaces. Two of Calgary’s prime parks, Reader Rock Garden and Stanley Park, have met the award’s strict criteria, setting a new national standard for park quality and sustainability.
The Green Flag Award evaluates parks on multiple fronts: natural habitat preservation, cleanliness, safety, welcoming design, and long-term community engagement. Calgary’s success highlights a commitment to excellence in every category. Reader Rock Garden, already celebrated for its heritage restoration and cultural significance, shines as a well-maintained oasis in the city.
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In preparation for kids heading back to school, the Salvation Army East Calgary Community Resource Centre in Forest Lawn is looking for donations of backpacks and school supplies.
Your donations help us ensure that every child in Calgary can have the joy of a new backpack and essential supplies to empower them as they begin a new school year.
Good news for Calgary: both lanes of the 4 Avenue Flyover are now open during peak hours, ahead of schedule!
Since April, the bridge had been reduced to a single lane of traffic in order to accommodate essential upgrades, extending the life of Calgary’s longest bridge for decades to come.
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It’s offically here! Tool Shed Brewing and HMCS Calgary have officially launched a special edition beer to mark the ship’s 30th anniversary with the Royal Canadian Navy. For three decades, HMCS Calgary has stood with strength and purpose, and now, we raise a glass (or a can!) to its incredible crew, past, present, and future.
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This Stampede, we’re tipping our hats to Calgary’s unique bond with the Canadian Navy, showing love for the folks who serve our city, and raising funds for some great local charities, all at two incredible events!
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Commissioning of the newly installed equipment at the Glenmore and Bearspaw Water Treatment Plants is nearly complete and fluoride will start being reintroduced into drinking water starting Monday, June 30, 2025.
The City of Calgary follows Health Canada’s Guidance for Community Water Fluoridation, which identifies optimal fluoride levels to be 0.7 milligrams per liter (mg/L) to prevent and reduce tooth decay. To protect public health, we will begin adding fluoride gradually, carefully monitoring and adjusting the levels until we achieve the 0.7 mg/L optimal level.
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The 2025 Servus Calgary Marathon is taking place on Sunday, May 25th. Celebrating its 60th year, the Calgary Marathon is Canada’s longest running marathon and Alberta’s Best Road Race.
In order to ensure both runner and road user safety, there will be a variety of road closures throughout Calgary. You can view their interactive road closure map to learn more and pre-plan your day.
Please Note: Due to pending Canada Post strike action set to begin on May 23, 2025, the City of Calgary mailroom will be unable to provide Canada Post delivery starting May 21, 2025, until the situation is resolved.
This means we will be unable to send mail during this time, including orders for Ward 9 Map and Pedestrian Access Cards for the Zoo.
Other City of Calgary services that rely on mail may also be affected. Online payments remain available for many services such as parking tickets, animal licences, tax payments, and home permits. However, if you have pending payments or rely on mail delivery for other City services, please visit the City of Calgary website for more information on how this action may imapact you.
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Neighbour Day is Calgary’s annual celebration of community spirit, connection, and belonging. It’s a reminder that building welcoming, inclusive neighbourhoods starts with small acts, like a friendly conversation or lending a helping hand. When neighbours connect, communities grow stronger and everyone benefits.
Join the celebration by hosting a block party, BBQ, or neighbourhood gathering on June 21!
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The City of Calgary has proudly selected Onward as the official housing developer for the Franklin Station Area Improvements. This project will introduce 350 new homes to the area, half of which will be affordable housing, supporting sustainable growth and improved transit access for the surrounding community.
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Looking for fun, FREE activities for children, youth, and families this summer? These safe, supervised programs are great for making new friends and learning new activities.
Visit calgary.ca/FREE to learn more about scheduling, locations, and programs being offered in your community.
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Big changes are underway at the Calgary Zoo’s Exploration Asia area as the as they undertake exciting renovations to create larger, more dynamic habitats, and inspire even stronger connections between people and wildlife.
As part of this work, the seasonal West Gate, typically open from the spring through the fall, will remain closed for this season. It is expected the West Gate won’t reopen until at later in 2028/2029 season.
During this time, all access to the Zoo will need to be through the main North Gate.
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TThe City of Calgary Mobility business unit is making investments in safe and accessible mobility infrastructure for Calgarians.
Below are some of the projects planned or already underway in Ward 9 for 2025. All programs include environmental and accessibility considerations during the review and selection process.
To learn more about all mobility projects planned through0ut Calgary, please visit calgary.ca/mobilityprograms
We understand that construction can be disruptive for residents and businesses and thank you for your patience during these projects. The City’s aim is to minimize impacts where ever possible. Our office will continue to share information and updates on projects scheduled in Ward 9
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Photo by Aryn Toombs | LiveWire
On May 12, 2025, Calgary honored the 30th anniversary of the commissioning of HMCS Calgary, a Halifax-class frigate, by raising the ship's flag at City Hall. This event highlighted the enduring relationship between the City of Calgary and the Royal Canadian Navy vessel that proudly bears its name.
The ceremony coincided with significant historical commemorations, including the 80th anniversaries of Victory in Europe Day and the end of the Battle of the Atlantic. These events underscore Calgary's longstanding commitment to recognizing military service and heritage.
HMCS Calgary maintains a unique connection to its namesake city. The ship's crew is distinguished by wearing Smithbilt cowboy hats, a Calgary tradition, making it the only vessel in the Royal Canadian Navy with such a uniform exemption. Additionally, the ship features Calgary memorabilia, such as street signs and artifacts from the Olympics.
The City's dedication to this relationship is further exemplified by the establishment of the Friends of HMCS Calgary Committee, which became an official entity within the City of Calgary during the ship's 25th anniversary. This committee fosters ongoing connections between the ship's crew and the Calgary community.
Join us for a weekend of events in Victoria from June 13–16 to celebrate HMCS Calgary’s 30th Anniversary. Highlights include a golf tournament, dockyard and ship tours, a family-friendly charity event, and a public celebration at Ogden Point featuring live music, navy displays, and a pancake breakfast.
If sticking closer to home is more your speed, kick off Stampede with a special evening honouring the 30th anniversary of HMCS Calgary. Join us on Wednesday, July 2 from 6–9 pm at ATCO Park’s Blue Flame Kitchen for an unforgettable night of great food, live music, family-friendly fun, and community spirit — all in support of two great Calgary charities.
Tickets are $60 (includes food, a drink, and entertainment) and just $10 for kids under 12. This event sells out every year, so grab your tickets early! LEARN MORE
The 2025 Road Hockey Rodeo is a high-energy 3-on-3 street hockey tournament for youth aged 12–17, hosted by the Friends of HMCS Calgary Committee and the crew of HMCS Calgary. Held during Stampede, the event brings together young players, navy sailors, Calgary first responders, and special guests for a fun, inclusive day of friendly competition. With a $25 team registration fee, proceeds go to support Trellis Society, making it a meaningful way to connect community, sport, and service. LEARN MORE
A new chapter in Calgary’s relationship with the Blackfoot Confederacy has officially begun.
The City of Calgary and the Nations of the Blackfoot Confederacy have signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding on Communication and Cooperation (MOU), solidifying a renewed partnership grounded in trust, respect, reciprocity, and honesty. This is the first formal agreement of its kind between the City and the Blackfoot Confederacy, and it marks a meaningful step toward deeper collaboration.
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It is with wistfulness, but also clear conviction and fierce pride, that I announce my decision not to seek a fifth term as Ward 9’s City Councillor this October. While this may not come as a surprise, I have some reflections I’d like to share.
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Building on the success of Calgary’s Extreme Weather Response (EWR) program, a partnership between Calgary Homeless Foundation, The City of Calgary, Calgary Police Service, and United Way of Calgary and Area has led to the creation of two new year-round Day Spaces to support individuals at risk of or experiencing homelessness.
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