50 Avenue S.W. improvements
Connecting people to places 50 Avenue S.W. Improvements
Safer, easier travel for everyone, whether you walk, bike, take transit or drive.
Project overview
We are making 50 Avenue S.W. easier to use this summer and fall.
This project improves connections from Crowchild Trail S.W. to 14a Street S.W. It makes it easier to move between neighbourhoods, parks and schools, supporting access to key destinations, like Glenmore Athletic Park, River Park and Sandy Beach.
Improvements include a continuous pathway from Sandy Beach to Mount Royal University and upgrading the street for everyone who uses it.
How this improves getting around
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Better connections
Extending the multiuse pathway from 19 Street S.W. to 22 Street S.W., creating easier access between Sandy Beach, River Park and Mount Royal University.
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Safer crossings
New traffic signal at 20 Street S.W. and curb extensions along 50 Avenue S.W., reducing crossing distances and improving visibility for people walking.
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Smoother, safer streets
Replacing pavement, updating streetlights and repairing sidewalks on from 14a Street S.W. to Crowchild Trail S.W. improving comfort and safety for all users.
Council's priority focus areas
How we’re making progress on Council focus areas:
Reliable and sustainable infrastructure
Repaired roadway surface, sidewalks, and curbs and gutters on 50 Avenue S.W. help ensure our City roads are well-maintained and reliable for years to come.
Functional transportation network
Completing the missing pathway connection, to provide a route from Sandy Beach to Mount Royal University. This creates an accessible and reliable option for different modes of transportation.
Project location
The 50 Avenue S.W. improvements run from Crowchild Trail S.W. to 14a Street S.W.
Wards: 8 and 11
50 Avenue S.W. Improvements Phase 2
(from 22 Street S.W. to 21 Street S.W.)
NOTES:
- Crosswalks, line painting and markings shown are for conceptual purposes only. Road marking and crosswalks may differ in the final product.
- Proposed roadway and intersection improvements shown may be subject to change, resource permitting. The final product may be different from what is shown.
- Colours of improvements are shown for map visibility, actual colours of improvements will vary.
50 Avenue S.W. Improvements Phase 2
(from 21 Street S.W. to 20 Street S.W.)
NOTES:
- Crosswalks, line painting and markings shown are for conceptual purposes only. Road marking and crosswalks may differ in the final product.
- Proposed roadway and intersection improvements shown may be subject to change, resource permitting. The final product may be different from what is shown.
- Colours of improvements are shown for map visibility, actual colours of improvements will vary.
50 Avenue S.W. Improvements Phase 2
(from 20 Street S.W. to 19 Street S.W.)
NOTES:
- Crosswalks, line painting and markings shown are for conceptual purposes only. Road marking and crosswalks may differ in the final product.
- Proposed roadway and intersection improvements shown may be subject to change, resource permitting. The final product may be different from what is shown.
- Colours of improvements are shown for map visibility, actual colours of improvements will vary.
Note: Crosswalks, line painting and markings shown are for conceptual purposes only. Road marking and crosswalks may differ in the final product.
Project phase
Latest updates
Starting the week of July 31, construction will begin between 17 Street S.W. and 20 Street S.W. and will take approximately three weeks to complete.
What to expect
- 50 Avenue S.W. will be closed to vehicle traffic between 17 Street S.W. and 20 Street S.W.
- Traffic will be detoured using 49 Avenue S.W.
- Flaggers will direct traffic at 20 Street S.W. between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.
- Sidewalk closures will occur in sections as work progresses.
- Front door access will be maintained.
- Glenmore Athletic Park, Sandy Beach Park and River Park will remain open.
Work underway
Crews are repairing concrete, installing curbs and manholes, rebuilding the road surface and constructing the new multi-use pathway.
This work includes concrete repairs, new curbs and manholes, road reconstruction, and pathway construction on the south side.
Timeline
Extending multiuse pathway from 19 St. S.w. to 22 St. S.W., adding curb extensions, a new traffic signal at 20 St. S.W. and repaving from 14A St. S.W. to Crowchild Trail S.W.
Installed a new, permanent, raised multiuse pathway on south side of 50 ave. S.W. from 14a St. to 19 St. S.W. This replaced the temporary adaptive pathway.
Providing more space to accommodate increased pedestrian and cyclist traffic along the south side of 50 Ave S.W. during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Public input helped with the final design, including intersection design, traffic calming, pedestrian safety, cycling facilities, and construction planning.
Construction
Construction began in May and will continue through late fall 2026.
Construction work schedule
Please note: Construction schedules may change based on weather and site conditions.
| Estimated timeframe | Construction overview | Details |
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| Estimated timeframe : May – June 2026 | Construction overview : Early works and project setup |
Details
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Installed traffic signal bases at 20 Street S.W. and completed project preparation work.
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| Estimated timeframe : July 6 – late July 2026 (approximately three weeks) | Construction overview : Road reconstruction: 20 Street S.W. to 22 Street S.W. |
Details
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Crews reconstructed the roadway, repaired concrete, installed curbs and manholes, and built the new multi-use pathway.
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| Estimated timeframe : Week of July 31, 2026 – August 2026 (approximately three weeks) | Construction overview : Road reconstruction: 17 Street S.W. to 20 Street S.W. |
Details
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Crews continue roadway reconstruction, concrete repairs, curb and manhole installation and south side pathway construction.
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| Estimated timeframe : Summer – Fall 2026 | Construction overview : Pathway, sidewalk and roadway improvements |
Details
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Construction continues in stages along 50 Avenue S.W. between Crowchild Trail S.W. and 14a Street S.W.
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| Estimated timeframe : Fall 2026 | Construction overview : Final details | Details : Final paving, line painting, traffic signal activation and finishing work are expected to be completed. |
Minimizing construction impacts
We know construction affects your daily life. We are working to reduce disruption to people and businesses as much as possible.
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Block-by-block schedule
Work will happen in segments, to limit delays and disruptions.
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Maintaining front door access
Keeping front door home access with wooden ramps. Any disturbances to front yards will be repaired to the original state.
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Temporary transit stops
Adjusting stop locations so your trip stays on track.
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Clear detour signs
Guiding you around construction with clear, visible routes, whether you are walking, wheeling or driving.
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Parking
Temporary parking restrictions and accommodations
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Parks will stay open
Spaces like Glenmore Athletic Park, Sandy Beach Park and River Park Off-Leash Area will stay open. Please follow on-site detour signage for access.
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Schools stay accessible throughout the year
Construction near Central Memorial High School and Alternative High School will take place during the summer months, where possible, to minimize impacts.
What to expect
As construction progresses, we anticipate several impacts in the area, including:
- Work hours: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday to Saturday. 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sundays. Nighttime work between 22 Street S.W. and Crowchild Trail S.W.
- Sidewalk closures: temporary, in sections, along both sides of 50 Avenue S.W.
- Road closures: 50 Avenue will be fully-closed to traffic in sections. Short nighttime closures will impact access to Crowchild Trail.
- Detours: Temporary road detours will be in place using residential side streets and will include parking restrictions. Temporary walking and wheeling detours will safely accommodate pedestrians and cyclists.
- Temporary street parking restrictions near construction areas.
- Front door access: any impacted homes will receive direct notices. Access will be maintained with wooden walkways and any disturbances to the front yard will be repaired to the original state.
- Increased construction traffic.
- Dust, noise and vibrations. Efforts will be made to minimize disruption.
- Transit changes: Temporary stops and route change (#7 and #13) along 50 Avenue S.W. Visit calgarytransit.com for trip planning support.
Outreach and engagement
Public input helped with the final design of the 50 Avenue S.W. improvements, including intersection design, traffic calming, pedestrian safety, cycling facilities, and construction planning.
- Public engagement started in 2017.
- Two public information session were held:
- March 26, 2025, sharing Phase 2 plans with the community
- June 8, 2026, sharing construction information with the community
We used the community feedback, combined with the data from the 2017 transportation corridor study, operational history and current plans for the Glenmore Athletic Park to develop the design being built today.
Budget and funding
$6.335 million
Funding sources:
- Pathway and Bikeway Plan: $2.4 million
- Annual Paving Program: $3.3 million
- Mobility signals: $0.5 million
- Mobility streetlighting: $0.1 million
Contact
Email: 50avenueSW@calgary.ca
Contact: 311
Related information
Nearby projects
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Upgrading roads, pathways and park spaces to make it safer and more enjoyable for people to visit and get around the park.
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Modernizing track and field facilities so more people can train, compete and stay active in a safer, better-equipped space.
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Building a new, twin‑ice arena, so more people can skate, play hockey and stay active in a modern, accessible facility.