Construction underway, civil construction shortlist announced

A project for Calgarians, built by Calgarians

Following a competitive Request for Prequalification process, we are pleased to announce the shortlist of companies selected for the 2026–2031 civil works construction packages for the Green Line LRT - SE Project.

These companies (listed in alphabetical order) are now eligible to submit proposals for five major projects going to market in 2026:

Shepard to Bow (includes six at-grade stations)

• Aecon
• EllisDon
• Graham

Ramsay Elevated Guideway

• Aecon
• Flatiron Dragados
• Graham

Highfield Station

• EllisDon
• Flatiron Dragados
• Graham
• PCL

Elevated Stations 
(includes Ramsay/ Inglewood and 26 Avenue S.E. stations)

• EllisDon
• Graham
• PCL

Bow River
(includes bridges over Ogden Road, the Bow River and Deerfoot Trail)

• Aecon
• Flatiron Dragados
• PCL

This announcement marks a significant milestone in the advancement of the Green Line LRT. More importantly, it demonstrates to local businesses and Calgarians that there is a place for them in this transformative project, whether through partnerships, subcontracting opportunities, or meaningful career pathways.

The Green Line is more than an infrastructure investment, it is a catalyst for growth and development. It reflects our commitment to building Calgary’s best future by fostering economic development, facilitating connections, and creating inclusive opportunities for everyone to help shape our city.

The Green Line is Calgary’s project, and its success belongs to all of us.

Meet the Green Line LRT team and shortlisted companies at our Industry Event

If you are interested in connecting with the shortlisted companies, join us at the Green Line Industry Event. You will hear directly from City leadership and the companies themselves, who will share insights into upcoming subcontracting and supply chain opportunities.

Location: The Glenmore Inn and Convention Centre
Date: November 4, 2025
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

*Presentations begin at 8:30 a.m. followed by open networking

Reserve your spot at the event now

Construction underway with five contracts awarded in 2025 to local companies

Stripping topsoil at the MSF site in September.

The 114 Avenue and Barlow Trail SE Piling and Road Realignment project, awarded to Graham Construction in June, has also being making steady progress. The work includes installing 14 piers to support the future bridge deck and rail tracks, alongside road realignment efforts to create larger medians that will accommodate the pier structures.

Of the 24 piles to be drilled as part of this work, Graham has completed 11 to date. Notably, 16 of these are large-diameter piles, measuring 2.3 metres in width—making them some of the largest piles Graham has ever drilled. Road realignment work is approximately 75% complete, with the whole project set to wrap up early in the new year.

More recently, three additional contracts have been awarded with teams currently mobilizing to site.

North Star Contracting was awarded the contract to complete the Ogden Road Realignment project. In addition to the road realignment, work includes utility installations, reconstructing a portion of Millican Road, adding multi-use pathways on both sides of Millican Road and along the west side of Ogden Road, and building a new parking lot at the south end of Pop Davies Athletic Park that will include almost 100 new parking spots.

Looking north along Ogden Road S.E. in September.

The contract to complete the 78 Avenue Light Rail Transit (LRT) Bridge was awarded to Graham Construction. This critical work expands on a recently completed project in the area that Graham finished this past summer and includes building a bridge beside the new underpass at 78 Avenue S.E. for the Green Line tracks that will run parallel along the west side of the Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) railway line.

The new 78 Avenue S.E. underpass and roundabout. The 78 Avenue LRT Bridge will be built on the west side of the CPKC rail line. 

And finally, EllisDon was awarded the contract for the Blackfoot Trail LRT Bridge. A key piece of infrastructure for the Green Line, the bridge will carry trains over Blackfoot Trail S.E. just south of the 26 Avenue S.E. station.

With construction progressing and local companies at the helm, the Green Line LRT – SE Project is confidently moving from vision to reality and laying the groundwork for a more connected Calgary.

Calgary Built: The Green Line LRT  
Episode 4: Geotechnical Drilling

What lies beneath the ground that we'll build upon? It's critical that we understand the strength of the ground and its ability to support heavy structures before we start building bridges and elevated LRT sections. That's where geotechnical drilling comes in.

Since the spring more than 170 boreholes have been drilled along the SE Segment, and over the past ten years, Green Line has drilled over 800 boreholes and test pits. By understanding the soil and bedrock conditions, we reduce risk and ensure each bridge is built on a solid foundation.

Watch the video

Launch of the Indigenous Construction Monitoring Program

This summer we launched our Indigenous Construction Monitoring Program, established in collaboration with all Treaty 7 Nations and the Métis. 

The program was created to enhance The City’s awareness and understanding of the diversity of Indigenous traditional land use, sacred sites, and historical knowledge. Monitoring programs are increasingly recognized as essential to responsible development across Canada.

The intent is to observe how the land is impacted by construction and watch for any artifacts that may be uncovered. 

Indigenous Construction Monitoring for Phase 1 of Green Line will occur alongside archaeological monitoring at the South Bow River Crossing, Elbow River Crossing, and Maintenance and Storage Facility construction areas.

Watch the video

Get to know the Green Line neighbours

The Green Line will help increase access to businesses along the route. Meet some of the interesting local businesses that are near our future stations.

Meet our neighbours