Filming services and information

Filming services and information

We’re making it easier to access municipal services and locations

The City of Calgary is supporting a thriving creative economy and the growth of the film and TV industry by offering access to public spaces and City services, supporting partnerships and programs.

If you do not require municipal permits and need information about filming on private properties and scouting please visit our partner Calgary Economic Development.

Please review Calgary Police and Calgary Fire Department’s Filming Safety Guidelines prior to filming.

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City services, locations and fees

The City offers a wide range of services to the film and TV industry. Review the service terms, requirements and pricing at the cards below. 

Permits are needed to film any motion picture, TV program, commercial, music video or commercial still photography on City of Calgary property.

Permit requirements do not apply to television stations preparing news or current affairs programs.

  • Streets, sidewalks and parking

    Minimum 5-10 business days lead time

    For filming on City of Calgary streets, sidewalks and for restricted street parking.

  • Noise exemption

    Minimum 5 business days lead time

    For when production noise will exceed allowable noise limits.

  • Parks and athletic fields

    Minimum 5 business days lead time

    For filming in City of Calgary greenspaces, playfields, parks and pathways.

  • City-owned facilities

    Minimum 10 business days lead time

    For use of properties and buildings owned by the City of Calgary.

  • Transit

    Minimum 14 business days lead time

    For filming on any Calgary Transit property including buses, CTrain cars and CTrain platforms.

  • Drones

    Minimum 10 business days lead time

    A permit is required when flying a drone from City of Calgary property.

  • Emergency services

    Minimum 3 weeks lead time

    For fire and police services as well as stunts, prop weapons and explosions work.

  • Other services

    Lead times vary

    Including use of helicopters, hot air balloons and low-flying aircraft.

  • Contact us

    If you have questions and would like to get in touch with a City of Calgary Film Permits & Services Coordinator, please email us at film@calgary.ca.

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