Building Calgary
Building Calgary
Maintaining and improving public infrastructure
We’re investing in Calgary to help communities thrive. This means fixing roads and bridges, upgrading water systems, and improving recreation centres to support the services Calgarians rely on every day. New fire stations, libraries, parks and playgrounds are being built to meet community needs. We’re planning for the future, with new water treatment plants and more reliable water systems, expanding transit, and exploring better ways to provide affordable housing as our city grows.
Every dollar counts. We’re committed to using resources responsibly to finish projects on time and within budget. Investing in infrastructure helps improve neighbourhoods, supports the economy, brings in new businesses, and creates jobs. This helps make Calgary a great place to live now and in the future.
Highlighted projects and initiatives
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The Inglewood Sanitary Trunk is now fully operational, adding four kilometre of sanitary pipe to Calgary’s wastewater system to increase capacity, improve reliability, and support long-term service for future generations.
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Two new pump stations are now serving Calgary’s southwest communities, increasing drinking water supply and strengthening system redundancy to support continued city growth.
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The functional plan to extend the MAX Purple route is complete after engaging with Calgarians on infrastructure that’ll support a faster, more reliable bus service along 17 Ave, east of 52 Street SE.
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We officially opened the newly redesigned Eau Claire Plaza on July 2, unveiling a vibrant, all-season public space for community gatherings, festivals, and everyday connections.
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We recently completed construction to improve the overall condition of Calgary’s longest bridge structure, extending its service life by approximately 35 years and supporting our city’s continued growth.
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A new fire station opened in September 2025, ensuring fast emergency response for those in Cornerstone and nearby communities.
Making a difference in our community
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73
More investment in public infrastructure in 2024 than in 2022. Projects included parks, playgrounds, planned utility upgrades, and road repairs to improve infrastructure.
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1,836
New non-market homes with development permit approval in 2025 in Calgary, which is five times the average annual volume. In 2025, 86% of Calgarians said they want The City to invest more in affordable housing.* *Source: 2025 Fall Survey of Calgarians.
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7,500
Estimated number of temporary full-time jobs created, adding about $950 million to Calgary’s economy through increased GDP (Gross Domestic Product).