Diverse
Utility box art
Community residents engage with an artist to create an original piece of public art, using the utility box as the canvas. Ongoing community cost? Yes
Calgary parks aesthetics
Calgary Parks helps add character and interest to a neighbourhood by incorporating public art or aesthetic pieces in park infrastructure, for example, neighbourhood residents engage with an artist to create an original piece of public art using the Parks garbage bin as the canvas. Ongoing community cost? Yes
Community building
Educational and communication programs raise awareness around how parks are catalysts for building sustainable, healthy, inclusive and economically viable neighbourhoods. Encourage activation and participation in Calgary parks to benefit local neighbourhoods. Ongoing community cost? No
Family events and programs
Develop unique family programs or events that meet community needs and interests. Previous events include play days, family fun buses, and family yoga. Ongoing community cost? Yes
Adult and seniors programs
Calgary Recreation offers unique programs that meet demographic needs and community interests. Previous programs include drumming, Tai Chi in the Park, and yoga for seniors. Ongoing community cost? Yes
Police Diversity Officers
Diversity officers have portfolios for Indigenous, African, Carribian/Latin America, Middle East, South Asia, South East Asia, Hate Crimes, Hate Hurts, LGBTQ, and Persons with Disabilities. The officers work closely and build trusting relationships with community members and provide information and direction as necessary. Ongoing community cost? No