This is the official website for Gian-Carlo Carra, City Councillor for Ward 9 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
Construction has begun for a new embankment west of the existing CPKC embankment at 72 Avenue S.E.
August 29, 2023 – Late October
The embankment is being built to facilitate the construction of the pedestrian tunnel at 72 Avenue S.E.
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Our city has grown significantly over the past several years and, at this moment, one in five Calgary households are unable to afford where they currently live. This equates to more than 80,000 households who are spending more than 30% of their income on housing. As we anticipate welcoming another 110,000 new residents over the next four years, the scale of the challenge we face is significant.
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The traffic calming curbs along 18 Street and 66 Avenue SE in Lynnwood received a colourful update thanks to local artist Mike Hooves.
This traffic calming infrastructure was installed earlier in the year thanks to the Millican Ogden Community Associations’ partnership with the Federation of Calgary Communities ActivateYYC Bump Outs and Parklets micro-grant program. Bump outs are designed to narrow intersections, calming traffic by making turning radii tighter for cars as well as shortening crossing distances for pedestrians.
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Saturday, August 26th marks the final night of the Dover Music and Art in the Garden Summer Series.
Join the fun, featuring Amy Nelson and Carter Felker performing, and take in the beautiful Twin Views Communal Garden and shop some amazing local vendors while you’re there.
Free for all to attend. Family-friendly.
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Construction for Phase Two of the Bridgeland Main Street is moving into construction, and we want to provide you with an outline of the work and what you can expect during construction. You will see operational and streetscape improvements along 1 Avenue N.E. from 4 Street N.E. to 11 Street N.E., and along 2 Avenue N.E. between 6 Street N.E. to 10 Street N.E.
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As part of The City’s Local Drainage Improvements (LDI) Program, we will be working in your area to improve the stormwater system to alleviate excessive pooling and flooding that can happen. This work includes installing storm pipes, storm drains (or catch basins), and upgrading existing catch basins and connecting pipes to increase the flow of stormwater into the system.
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In partnership with the Forest Lawn Community Association and the Parks Foundation Calgary, construction of the park redevelopment project, located next to the Forest Lawn community centre, is underway! Construction of the park is expected to continue over the next few months during the summer and is anticipated to be completed in the fall of this year, 2023, weather dependent. The design will be accessible for all ages and a variety of user groups. The park will offer opportunities for play, rejuvenation, gathering and physical activity. New amenities in the park might include a sport court, a seating and community gathering area, and pathways.
This project is currently seeking an Indigenous mural artist! View the Artist Call under Job Opportunities for details and to apply now!
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George Moss Park in Ogden is getting an update to help better serve the community!
Some of the new park features include:
An artistic sport court and game lines
Updated playground and ice skating area
A new plaza area
Seating and picnic space
Trees, greenery, and updated landscaping
This project was made possible thanks to the effort and support of Youth Centres of Calgary, GreenLine Calgary, Parks Foundation Calgary, the Millican Ogden Community Association, and countless other groups and individuals committed to enhancing this well-loved community asset.
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Huge congrats to the Bridgeland Riverside Farmers Market on celebrating its 10th Anniversary!
Join in the fun every Thursday from 3:30 – 7:30pm, from June through October at the Bridgeland Riverside Community Centre - 917 Centre Ave NE
The market hosts a variety of local vendors selling fresh veggies and fruit, eggs, baked goods, coffee, salsa, pickles and preserves, beer and cider, local food trucks, and much more. Families can enjoy lawn games, face painting, buskers, and new for 2023 is their “Locally Grown” concert series- bring a lawn chair and enjoy some incredible live music from 5:30 onward.
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The community of Ogden is hosting its Parade of Garage Sales event on Saturday July 29th from 9AM to 3PM. There are prizes to be won including gift cards and certificates from different businesses in and around the Ogden community.
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Youth Empowerment and Skills Centre (YES Centre) is hosting weekly family volleyball and splash pad events on Saurdays hroughout the summer.
As a way for youth and kids to safely enjoy learning about volleyball while making new friends, these evnets also give parents the opporutnity to connect and meet new neighbours. These events are free and all are welcome to join.
The Family Volleyball + Splash Water program runs every Saturday from 4pm - 7:30pm
Hosted at Valleyview Park (West Dover) - 3224 26 Ave SE
For more information, feel free to call/text 403-826-0731 or visit YES Youth Centre website at yescentres.com
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Construction in Ogden is set to begin the week of July 26th, 2023 to prepare for the GreenLine. The embankment is being built to facilitate the construction of the vehicle tunnel at 78 Avenue SE
Before building the station and tracks, a pedestrian tunnel will be constructed near 72 Avenue SE, a vehicle tunnel will be built at 78 Avenue SE, and a portion of 78 Avenue SE will be upgraded. Once the tunnel at 78 Avenue SE. is complete and open to traffic, the vehicle crossing at 69 Avenue S.E. will be permanently closed. Calgary-based company, Graham Construction, has been selected to build this project.
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No Fixed Address has a new home, now popping up in Inglewood Tuesdays through Saturdays from 11am - 3pm. Stop by the gravel lot next to The Apothecary on 9th Ave and 9th Street SE and support this awesome social venture!
Operating as a mobile soup kitchen serving up radical hospitality, No Fixed Address provides delicious food to the general public, as well as those in need.
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Construction for the Bridgeland Active Mode Improvements project is anticipated to start the week of July 17, 2023.
Although construction is always weather-dependent, work on McDougall Road (from 6 to 12 Street SW) and 9 Street NE is expected to be completed by the end of the year.
Work will be completed in sections along the corridor to limit the number of blocks impacted by construction at any given time.
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With Stampede just around the corner, we’re sharing a roundup of pancake breakfasts happening throughout Ward 9.
If you have an event you’d like us to include, please email us at caward9@calgary.ca
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Renfrew’s annual Stampede Day is happening July 8th, 2023!
They will be hosting their biggest event of the year at the community hall. If you have not yet attended, it's a must, and if you have attended in the past, you can attest to the good times to be had.
All Calgarians are welcome to attend!
If you are able to volunteer, please registered here
All volunteers receive a meal, drink, and snack ticket for the evening events
Sign up for your yard or garage sale to be included on the ICA Parade of Garage Sales map and app, and get a sign for your sale, and a few paper maps to hand out to shoppers.
If you're an apartment dweller, prefer not to host a sale at your home, or only have a small treasure collection to pass along, register for a spot in the ICA Parking Lot Sale. Only seven spots left.
For this vising Inglewood, plan for a day of garage sale therapy on Saturday, July 22 between 9 AM and 3 PM. Last year, over 30 homes registered to be included on the garage sale map. Start your day at the ICA to pick up a map and check out the parking lot sale, 1740 24th Ave SE.
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Ramsay School is hosting its annual Stampede Parking Fundraiser and have 51 volunteer shifts left to fill. Each shift is 3.5 hours long, a great chance to meet your neighbors, and includes all the free chips, water & bug spray you want.
All proceeds raised through the parking fundraiser go toward supporting kids at Ramsay School.
Find out more at www.stampedeparking.com/volunteer
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Join the Erin Woods Community Association with your family for their free stampede breakfast and free entertainment
Saturday, July 8, 2023
9-11 AM
83 Erin Park Drive SE