Home and small business webinars
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Developing a Backyard Suite
Hear from the Development, Business & Building Services team about everything you need to know about developing a backyard suite in Calgary, permit fees, how to design your suite and more.
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Developing a safe and registered secondary suite
Hear from the Development, Business & Building Services team about permits, fees, and how to design and build your backyard suite.
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September 13, 2023
Developing your Basement: Tips and Best Practices for a Successful Project
Learn about the types of work that require a permit and what is required to get one. Whether you are looking to transform your basement into a functional living space or simply update it, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge and resources necessary to tackle your project.
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June 6, 2023
Transforming your backyard: getting ready for your deck, pergola, or fence
Watch everything you need to know before starting or updating your backyard projects. This engaging session is designed to equip you with the information you need to kickstart the permit process for installing or enhancing backyard accessory residential structures.
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May 31, 2023
Developing your basement: Tips and best practices for a successful project
Join us for a live presentation and Q&A on everything you need to know to plan your basement renovation. During this webinar, participants will learn key things to consider before starting their basement renovation project, including land use and building regulations, and permitting and inspection processes.
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May 17, 2023
Navigating the approval process: Altering an existing commercial space
Watch everything you need to know before starting your building permit application. Learn about common building permit application mistakes for altering a commercial space and what your clients need to know about development and building permits before renting a commercial space.
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April 19, 2023
Getting a temporary or permanent patio
Watch our recorded Q&A on everything you need to know about the permitting and inspections process for building a temporary patio this summer.
The City of Calgary's temporary patio team will walk you through some important considerations like which permits you may need to apply for, how to apply and everything you need to know before getting started.
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April 18, 2023
Hiring a licensed contractor
Watch our recorded Q&A about what to look for when hiring your next licensed contractor.
Listen to the Development, Business & Building Services team as they walk you through some important considerations when making renovations to your property, best practices for hiring a licensed contractor and how to ensure you have everything in place before you get started.
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March 21, 2023
Opening a Commercial-Based Business
Watch our recorded presentation and Q&A on everything you need to know about opening a commercial-bases business.
Hear from the Development, Business & Building Services team about land use approval, permits, fees, and timelines to get your business approved and open sooner.
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March 16, 2023
Opening a Home-Based Business
Watch our recorded Q&A on everything you need to know about opening a home-based business.
Hear from the Development, Business & Building Services team about land use approval, permits, fees, and timelines to get your business approved and open sooner.
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February 15, 2023
Developing a Safe and Legal Backyard Suite
Watch our recorded Q&A on everything you need to know about developing a safe and legal backyard suite.
Hear from Development, Business & Building Services they discuss permits, fees, and how to make your suite legal and safe.
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January 24, 2023
Developing a Safe and Legal Secondary Suite
Watch our recorded Q&A on everything you need to know about developing a secondary suite in Calgary.
Hear from Development, Business & Building Services they discuss permits, fees, and how to make your suite legal and safe.
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January 18, 2023
Becoming a Licensed Contractor
Watch our recorded Q&A on everything you need to know about becoming a licensed contractor in The City of Calgary.
Hear from the Development, Business and Building Services team as they discuss the business licence process.
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November 21, 2022
Licensing Your Home-Based Child Care Business
On January 1, 2023, The City of Calgary is introducing a new business licence for home-based child care providers.
Learn more about the new licensing requirement in our pre-recorded webinar.
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October 25, 2022
Making Your Home More Energy Efficient
Watch our recorded Q&A on everything you need to know about making your home more energy efficient.
Hear from the Development, Business and Building Services team who will provide tips and share resources for improving and maintaining your homes energy efficiency.
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July 13, 2022
Building a Garage or Deck
Watch our recorded Q&A on everything you need to know about building a garage or deck.
Hear from Development, Business and Building Services team about permits, fees, and how to make your garage or deck safe.
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April 27, 2022
Getting a Temporary or Permanent Patio
Watch our recorded Q&A on everything you need to know about getting a temporary or permanent patio for your business.
Hear from the Development, Business and Building Services team about the patio application process and everything you need to know before you apply.
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April 26, 2022
Opening a Home-based Business
Watch our recorded Q&A on everything you need to know about opening a home-based business in Calgary.
Hear from the Development, Business and Building Services team as they discuss the business licence process, review which permits are required to open a home-based business and go over common inspection issues for home-based businesses.
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April 19, 2022
Hiring a Licensed Contractor
Watch our recorded Q&A on everything you need to know about hiring the right contractor for your next renovation project.
Hear from the Development, Business and Building Services team on the value of pulling permits when making renovations to your property and how to make sure you have everything in place before you get started.
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March 16, 2022
Opening a Hair Salon in Calgary
Watch our recorded Q&A on everything you need to know about opening a beauty and body service business in Calgary.
Hear from the Development, Business and Building Services team as they discuss the business licence process, review which permits are required to open a salon and go over common inspection issues during the licensing process.
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March 15, 2022
Opening a Restaurant and Brewery
The City of Calgary presents a webinar on everything you need to know about opening a Restaurant & Brewery in Calgary.
Watch our recorded Q&A on things to consider before starting your business, what permits are required to open a restaurant or brewery, how to apply for a business licence, why you need city inspections and some of the most common inspection issues identified during the process.
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January 26, 2022
Preventing Mould in Your Home
Watch our recorded Q&A on everything you need to know about mould.
Hear from the Development, Business and Building Services team as they discuss how to identify, prevent and remove mould from your home.
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January 19, 2022
Impact-resistant Roofing in Calgary
Watch our recorded Q&A on how to improve the resilience of your home for hail using impact-resistant roofing materials.
Hear from the Development, Business and Building Services team who will share details about the Resilient Roofing Rebate Program including who is eligible and how to apply.
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November 4, 2021
Building Envelope Code Compliance
Watch our recorded Q&A about Building Envelopes and how to make sure your project is compliant with the relevant Codes.
Hear from The City's Planning & Development team on how to protect a building from environmental elements and improve overall efficiency, learn about common deficiencies witnessed by City Safety Codes Officers and get tips on planning and building your project so that it meets compliance.
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November 1, 2021
Furnaces and Hot Water Tanks
Watch our recorded Q&A on everything you need to know about upkeeping your furnace and hot water tank this winter season.
Hear from The City's Planning & Development team about things to consider when choosing a new furnace and hot water tank for your home, why you need a permit and inspection after install, how often you should change your filters and how to prep your HVAC system for the colder months ahead.