Community banners celebrate Canadian pride, passion and heritage

In partnership with Alberta College of Art and Design (ACAD), The City is celebrating Canada's 150 birthday by installing colourful outdoor banners in in communities, City parks, streets and boulevards.

Saskatoon pie, Nanaimo bars, butter tarts and maple syrup are all delicious Canadian inventions

Every year, The City and ACAD collaborate on a project to showcase the diversity and quality of work from students, while enlivening City buildings, parks, roads and other public spaces. This year was even more special as twelve students were asked to design 50 different designs to celebrate and inspire pride, passion, and our Canadian heritage. The designs are based on five themes: Aboriginal heritage; Canadian architecture, famous inventors and inventions; landscapes and land management; and transportation.

The students’ designs, which also incorporate colours from Heritage Canada’s official 150th anniversary logo, will be proudly on display around the city until summer 2018 as part of The City’s Canada 150 community banner program.

Installation of the banners, kindly supported by Arbor-Tech Utility Services Ltd., started mid-April and will be completed in time for Canada Day. On July 1, the banners will be on display at Confederation Park as part of the Canada Day festivities at the park.

The City would also like to thank and recognize the Vecova Youth Transition Program and students from Queen Elizabeth High School's returning grade 12 class for their help sorting the banners in preparation for installation."

Flowers, also inspired by the Canada 150 theme, will be on display in City parks and communities as another way to celebrate and recognize Canada’s milestone birthday and further enhance the beauty of our city.

Preview in the Plaza - get a sneak peek at some hot musical acts this August

Did you know this year is the Year of Music in Calgary? To help keep the party going we have organized a number of free concerts in Olympic Plaza from noon to 1 p.m. So grab your lunch and maybe even your dancing shoes and come on down.

Add a little Latin spice

Wednesday, Aug. 3 come down to hear the acts kicking off this year’s Expo Latino. International recording artist Natalie Castro and Grammy-nominated Cuban superstar Wil Campa with his orchestra will be entertaining anyone who comes to Olympic Plaza. 

East meets West

Wednesday, Aug. 10 Plaza goers will get the chance to The Futhers. This Iranian band will be sharing their unique blend of Middle Eastern folk melodies and contemporary western music. The band will then be playing at the Tabestoon Festival, happening Aug. 12 and 13 if you find you want to hear more. 

Take a short break to the Caribbean

Thursday, Aug. 18 we are previewing the rhythmic reggae of Aktivate. This group is Calgary-based and will be performing later that week at Reggaefest, which runs Aug. 19 and 20.

Learn more about the Year of Music at visitcalgary.com/push-play or check out our events calendar for more information on different festivals and events around Calgary, including other free music events such as our Music in the Park. 

YYSee showcases young artists

The 29th Annual Children’s Art Exhibition is underway until May 19 in the atrium of the Municipal Building.  More than 100 pieces of art by some of Calgary’s up and coming young artists, aged 3 to 17, are on display for everyone to enjoy. Admission is free.

Featured this year are works of art that bring together youthful creativity and transform it into mediums such as painting, cartooning, clay sculpture, pen and ink drawing, and mixed media. All works were created at North Mount Pleasant and Wildflower Arts Centres.

“Our annual exhibition provides the opportunity to showcase our young artists’ work,” says Jody Williams, supervisor at North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre.

“Since its inception, this art show has featured more than 4,200 young artists and been exhibited in some of Calgary’s art galleries and venues. We never tire of seeing the public marvel at children’s artistic ability and limitless imaginations.”

This year’s exhibition, dubbed YYSee, is a lively spin-off of our city/airport code. It encourages everyone to come out and ‘see’ the hard work that goes into these pieces, and experience firsthand the abundance of Calgary’s rich cultural scene.

For more details on our arts programs, contact the North Mount Pleasant or Wildflower Arts Centres, or see our online Spring/Summer Recreation Program Guide or pick up a copy at any Calgary Recreation facility.

New banner artwork celebrates beauty of Calgary architecture

Spring brings to mind freshness, bright colours and vibrancy; nowhere is that more apparent than on the new banners being installed throughout our Centre City.

This year, Calgary-based artist Sheila Kernan has produced seven original canvas paintings highlighting Calgary’s urban culture. The paintings integrate architecture from across the city to create unique streetscapes and skylines.

Her artwork, titled Our Calgary, celebrates the diversity and beauty of Calgary and its distinctive architecture.

“I have always been endlessly fascinated by how our city transforms at night,” Kernan says. “There is an energy that emulates from flickering neon lights casting amazing patterns and reflections onto our majestic buildings.”

The banners are being installed as part of the Centre City Banner Program, in partnership with Public Art.

Banners are displayed on seven bridges leading into the core and on the Olympic Plaza pergola, acting as gateways to Calgary’s downtown and cultural district.

“The program helps beautify our gateways into the Centre City, animating our downtown with bold punches of colour,” says Graham Gerylo, Project Manager in The City’s new Urban Strategy Department. “It provides an opportunity for local artists to build their portfolio and showcase their work in an open-air gallery format.”

Kernan’s artwork takes inspiration from a variety of structures and juxtaposes new with old, such as the historic Centre Street Bridge with the recently built Peace Bridge. This year marks the 100-year anniversary of the Centre Street Bridge. Kernan has paid tribute by adding lion emblem motifs and stucco patterns into her canvasses.

“I hope the artwork and the placement of the banners provides an engaging narrative for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers to enjoy,” Kernan says. “I also help it encourages Calgarians to reflect upon what our great city has to offer.”

An opening reception to celebrate Kernan’s work for this project is being held on Saturday, April 23 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Gibson Fine Art gallery. Please visit the artist’s website for more details.

Visit calgary.ca/centrecity for more information on the banner program and to view past and present artwork. The City is planning a celebration to mark the 100-year anniversary of the Centre Street Bridge this summer.

New public art series encourages connection to Calgary's watershed

Varying Proximities, a new temporary two-part public art series, encourages us to think about how we experience our rivers. The series was created by Broken City Lab, one of five artist groups working through The City of Calgary’s WATERSHED+ Artist Residency program.

Part one, titled Subtext: River Signs, asks a series of questions, in place until mid-January, affixed to 100 stormwater outfall signs throughout the downtown area along both sides of the Bow and Elbow.

“Broken City Lab’s project invites us to consider the importance of our relationship to our rivers through a new lens, asking questions we might of a person or a relationship,” said Sans façon, lead artist for the WATERSHED+ public art program.

Immersed in Water Services

The artists were immersed directly with The City of Calgary's Water Services staff and learned the specifics about Calgary’s water systems, resources and processes. The artists say that level of accessibility and engagement with City staff was truly essential in the development of the project, which is specific to Calgary's watershed.

Part two of the series, Connecting to the Bow, invites you to call the Bow River from anywhere in the world by dialing 1-844-OUR-BOW-RIVER. For the next 12 months, you can dial the toll-free hotline and be transported to the river’s edge.

Appeal to the senses

“Hearing the Bow River flowing really made that connection for me. It’s kind of our lifeblood in the sense of the water giving us life and allowing us to be nourished. For me, it was the beginning of having more respect and responsibility and more knowledge about our place in it all,” said Calgarian Carol Clausen.

Over the span of a year, Broken City Lab worked alongside The City of Calgary through the WATERSHED+ public art program, a cornerstone of The Utilities and Environmental Protection (UEP) department’s public art plan.

More information on the Varying Proximities series or any of our other public art projects. 

Submitted by Jennifer Storm, Arts and Culture, Recreation

Kick off Alberta Culture Days with a FREE block party

On Friday, September 26, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Stephen Avenue Walk and Olympic Plaza will become Calgary’s cultural hub with a variety of activities, exhibits and performances geared to excite and engage everyone from culture sophisticates to those learning to cultivate a love of the local scene.

Attendees will have the chance to take part in dozens of activities that will give a taste of Alberta’s vibrant art and cultural life:

• Dance to live DJs courtesy of the BassBus
• Rock out during performances from Alberta bands, The Wet Secrets and Viet Cong
• Make your own noise at the Instrument Petting Zoo or on the Street Piano
• Be dazzled by a state-of-the-art projection light show from Beama Visual Environments
• Get crafty at the Arts Studio Interactive featuring a potter’s wheel, painting easel and life drawing
• Learn about historic photo-making processes, and get a free photo at the Tintype photographic workshop with Rainika Photo Grafik
• Cheer on the Open Streets bike power bar from Pedal Powered Lights
• Tickle the funny bone with cheeky operatic interpretations during a Cowtown Opera Company performance
• Let the creative juices flow at the EMMedia VJ Demo Station
• Listen to wild storytelling and poetry courtesy of the Alberta League of Encouraging Storytelling
• Sip a beverage and grab a snack on the patios along Stephen Avenue Walk
• And more to be announced!

And the fun doesn't end there! The 7th Annual Alberta Culture Days will feature thousands of free, family-friendly events running throughout the weekend of September 26 to 28. Alberta Culture Days was started to recognize all that Alberta has to offer in the way of arts and culture and last year more than 1,450 events were held in communities across the province.

Visit www.albertaculturedays.ca to learn more or download the Alberta Culture Calendar app from the Apple App Store to find events throughout the province. Stay informed on more party plans and during Alberta Culture Days by following @AlbertaCulture on Twitter, like the Alberta Culture Days Facebook page or join our event on Facebook.

Submitted by Jennifer Storm, Arts and Culture, Recreation

New Public Art Policy increases public participation and adjusts funding model

Public art plays an important role in our communities and The City of Calgary’s Public Art Policy helps to encourage a diversity of approaches and opportunities. Just as art is evolving, the policy and program needs to as well. Upcoming changes will increase public participation, continue to foster local artist involvement, encourage functional art and adjust the funding model.

Traffic Signal Box by Will Yee at 16 Ave and Centre A St NE

“Recently, Council approved a review of the corporate public art policy which allows us to refine our processes and learn from our experiences over the last 10 years since the program’s inception,” said Kurt Hanson, Director of Recreation. “During the review we worked with a diverse number of stakeholders, including City Council, gathered information on leading practices from other municipalities and on May 20, Council approved changes to the public art policy and process.”

So what are the changes?

Funding
One of the most significant changes is to funds allocated to public art from eligible capital projects. Previously, 1 per cent of project costs were allocated to public art. Under the new policy, 1 per cent of the first $50 million and 0.5 per cent of the portion over $50 million will be allocated to public art, up to a maximum of $4 million per project. This change takes effect for capital infrastructure project charters approved after May 26, 2014.

Additionally, funding from private citizens can now be pooled together, allowing for iconic and monumental works of public art to be placed in key locations.

        Charged Line by Jill Anholt in Altadore 

Public and local artist participation
The size of the selection panel that chooses artists and approves concepts for public art is growing. Two new community members will join, bringing the panel up to seven in total. A new panel is selected for each public art project, and is comprised of three art and design professionals, one City employee from the commissioning business unit, and now three community representatives.

Artists will be required to engage the public before developing their final concept and design. The new process will also increase opportunities for local artist development and involvement.

“Supporting local artists to compete for public art projects on a local, national and international level continues to be an important component of our program,” says Rachael Seupersad, Superintendent, Public Art Program. “The recent program changes have prompted us to further promote our current Public Art 101 offerings, increase the number of mentorship opportunities, plus add courses that will train artists specifically on responding to Request for Proposals for major projects.”

Heritage protection and functional art
In certain situations, a portion of public art funding can now be used to restore heritage assets impacted by a capital project. Also, the definition of public art will now include functional art pieces that serve a purpose, like a bench, bike rack, gateway or windscreen.

What’s next?
The City will lobby provincial and federal governments to lift current restrictions on where public art dollars can be spent. The goal is to allow for public art dollars to be pooled and shared – ultimately enabling public art to be created in locations that make the most impact and can be shared by more Calgarians.

By June 2015, The City will develop a Public Art Master Plan, tracking the changes and identifying whether further policy adjustments are required. A public art pilot project that asks for extensive citizen input on the artwork itself will also be completed within this timeframe.

Water Fountain by Sans Façon at various locations

Calgarians are proud of their public art collection. The Public Art Program continues to engage a variety of local, national and international artists, and build capacity for public education opportunities. It’s our role to help uphold the principles of artistic freedom and expression, and emphasize the importance of art and the role of the artist in society.

For more information on Calgary’s Public Art Program, Policy and to view past and upcoming projects, visit Calgary.ca/PublicArt, like us on Facebook, or follow us on Twitter @PublicArtYYC.

Submitted by Jennifer Storm, Recreation, Arts and Culture

Barb Scott Park opens with tributes to its namesake

Noon on June 13 officially marked the opening of the Beltline’s newest greenspace, Barb Scott Park, located on 12th Avenue and 9 Street S.W. Not even the rain kept the nearly 200 community members away from attending the opening and witnessing the dedication to the long-serving late Alderman whom the park is named after.

Beltline Communities President Rob Taylor said the park’s design was community-driven from the beginning, and was sketched out on a napkin by a local group working with their alderman. Nearly a decade later, the community's dream has finally come to fruition.

Project manager for the park development Michelle Reid said, “The community input was essential for the park development, and their aspects were integrated in to the final design of green space; which is ultimately very flexible for citizens.”

Mayor Naheed Nenshi, Councillor Evan Woolley, Parks Director Anne Charlton, and Rob Taylor officially declared Barb Scott Park open with a simple ribbon cutting ceremony and a selfie in front of the park's anchor attraction, an interactive public art sculpture dubbed, "Chinook Arc."

Later that evening, a community celebration for the new park and the official unveiling of Chinook Arc took place from 8-11 p.m.

The event included a number of activities including a foosball and ping pong table, pedal powered DJ booth and bubble machines. Artists from Creative Machines, the creators of Chinook Arc, shared their story about the sculpture, explaining how it interacts with movement and colours.

Local jazz musicians, the Lorna MacLachlan Quintet, played a special musical composition created for the event. This was followed by a lantern parade.

For more photos, see our photo album on Flickr. Follow the Chinook Arc on Twitter @Chinook_Arc and post your own selfie with the sculpture using the hashtag #chinookarc or by @ mentioning the sculpture on Twitter or Instagram.

Calgary's Young Artists "EMERGE"

Join us May 15 for the opening reception of Emerge, which celebrates artwork by young Calgary artists in the spotlight this month as part of The 27th Annual Children’s Art Exhibition.

This exhibit explores the wonder and whimsy of Calgary’s young artists, ages 3 to 17. Their unique artwork will be shared until June 1 at Contemporary Calgary.

"Our annual exhibition provides the opportunity to showcase our young artists’ work in a gorgeous professional gallery space," says Cori Stent, Supervisor at Wildflower Arts Centre. “We never tire of seeing parents, families and the public marvel at children’s artistic ability and limitless imaginations.”

Exhibit runs until June 1

Emerge is a collection of 100+ works of art bringing together youthful imagination and creativity and transforming it into top notch works of art through mediums such as painting, cartooning, clay sculpture, pen and ink drawing, and mixed media.

All works were created at North Mount Pleasant and Wildflower Art Centres.

Where:  Contemporary Calgary (formerly The Museum of Contemporary Art), 800 Macleod Trail SE
When:   Opening Reception: Thursday, May 15 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Exhibition runs: May 16 - June 1, 2014
Cost: FREE

Join our Facebook event, invite friends and see who else is attending.

For more details on The City of Calgary’s arts programs go to calgary.ca/recreation, contact 311, or pick up The City’s Spring/Summer 2014 Recreation Program Guide at any city recreation facility.

Get ready to get active with spring and summer recreation

Our first ever combined Spring & Summer Program Guide has hit the stands. Offering more than 3,000 registered programs and 6,500 drop-in opportunities, there's something to suit just about anyone.

"With warm weather just around the corner, it’s exciting to plan how you will get active and make the most out of your spring and summer,” says Michelle Tait, program and service coordinator in Recreation.

The Spring & Summer Program Guide includes fun day camps like Nature Discovery, Arts Smarts, Junior Golf Camp, or Swim & Fun. There are even sailing and soccer day camps, giving your children a great opportunity to try new activities.

Browse the guide for special offers like Wild Wednesdays at Village Square Leisure Centre for half-price admission, or golf nights, art programs and special events such as the city-wide Canada Day Party.

The online My Rec Guide provides a customized registration experience based on your interests, location and age. In addition, it can be translated into 71 languages.

Registration begins March 3 and spots fill fast, so be sure to strike while the iron's hot!
Sign up online at calgary.ca/recreation or by calling 403-268-3800.

Get active. Get creative. And have fun with City of Calgary Recreation. There’s more than you think.

Holiday Season 2013 Hours of Operation for City of Calgary Facilities

The City of Calgary is adjusting its hours of operation for services and facilities during the holiday season.

Calgary Transit

Holiday service is effective Tuesday, December 24 - Monday, January 6. Schedules have been adjusted to exclude all school trips.

Christmas Eve: Tuesday, December 24: regular weekday service.

Christmas Day: Wednesday, December 25: ride free all day.

Boxing Day: Thursday, December 26: Sunday level of service.

New Year's Eve: Tuesday, December 31: Ride free after 6 p.m. Regular weekday service with additional buses and CTrains leaving downtown at 12:30 a.m.

Last scheduled CTrain times from downtown:

• From City Hall to Somerset Bridlewood Station - 1:45 a.m.
• From City Hall to Saddletowne Station - 1:49 a.m.
• From 7 Street W Station to 69 Street Station - 1:06 a.m. 
• From 7 Street W Station to Crowfoot Station - 12:57 a.m.

New Year's Day: Wednesday, January 1, 2014: Sunday level of service.

Effective January 1, 2014 Calgary Transit Youth fares will increase from $1.75 to $2.00 and Adult monthly passes will increase from $94  to $96.

For more information on fares, schedules and a complete listing of holiday service adjustments, visit calgarytransit.com, call Teleride at 403-974-4000, or Calgary Transit Customer Service at 403-262-1000.

Residential Waste & Recycling Collection

Is Wednesday your regular garbage and recycling collection day?
If the answer is yes, there will be temporary changes to your collection schedule for the 2013 holidays.
Instead of Wednesday, please put your blue and black carts out on the following days:

• Monday, December 23, 2013
• Monday, December 30, 2013

Regular waste and recycling collection will resume on Wednesday, January 8, 2014.

There are no changes to Tuesday, Thursday or Friday collection over the holidays.

Community Recycling Depots
Collection at Community Recycling Depots is not affected during the Holiday season.
Landfills

Spyhill Landfill 
(11808 - 69 Street NW)

Nov. 1, 2013 to Mar. 31, 2014
Open: 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Saturday. Open on Boxing Day.

East Calgary Landfill 
(3801 - 68 Street SE)

Nov. 1, 2013 to Mar. 31, 2014
Open: 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Saturday. Open on Remembrance Day, Boxing Day and Family Day.
Shepard Landfill
(12111 - 68 Street SE)

Nov. 1, 2013 to Mar. 31, 2014
Open: 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Saturday. Open on Boxing Day.

Recreation

Arenas
All arenas are closed, Christmas Day, Wed., Dec. 25, 2013.

The following Arenas are offering Free Public Skate from 1-2:30 p.m. on Boxing Day (Thurs., Dec. 26):

• Ernie Starr Arena
• Frank McCool Arena
• Murray Copot Arena
• Optimist Arena
• Jimmie Condon Arena
• Shouldice Arena
• Henry Viney Arena
• Stu Peppard Arena 

Fitness and Aquatic Centres

All Fitness and Aquatic Centres are closed Wed., Dec. 25, Thurs., Dec. 26 and Wed., Jan. 1.

Village Square Leisure Centre
Tues., Dec. 24: 6 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Wed., Dec. 25: Closed
Thurs., Dec. 26: Closed
Tues., Dec. 23: 6 a.m. – 4 p.m.
New Year’s Eve Family Pool Party! 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Southland Leisure Centre
Tues., Dec. 24: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Wed., Dec. 25: Closed
Thurs., Dec. 26: Closed
Tues., Dec. 31: 5:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Wed., Jan. 1: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Arts Centres
North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre is now closed through January 1, 2014.
Wildflower Arts Centre is closed from December 21, 2013 through January 5, 2014.

Parks

Nature Centre – Inglewood Bird Sanctuary
October – April:
Tues. – Fri. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Closed Sunday, Monday and statutory holidays

Devonian Gardens
Devonian Gardens follow the same hours as the CORE Shopping Centre

Christmas Eve: 9:30 a.m.  – 5 p.m.
Christmas Day: Closed
Boxing Day: 9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
New Year’s Eve: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
New Year’s Day: Closed

Animal Services Centre
2201 Portland Street S.E.

Tues., December 24:  8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Wed., December 25:  CLOSED/Statutory Holiday – Christmas Day
Thurs., Dec. 26:  CLOSED/Statutory Holiday – Boxing Day
Wed., January 1, 2014:  CLOSED/Statutory Holiday – New Year’s Day

Administrative Offices
Administrative offices including the Municipal Building  will be open from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Tues., Dec. 24, 2013 (Christmas Eve), and closed on Wed., Dec. 25, 2013 (Christmas Day), Thurs., Dec. 26, 2013 (Boxing Day) and Wed., Jan. 1, 2014 (New Years Day).

Calgary Zoo/Zoo Lights

Closed Christmas Day

Zoo Lights: 6 – 9 p.m. nightly through January 4, 2014 (Excluding Christmas Day and December 31)
Gates close at 8:30 p.m.
North Gate entrance ONLY

Zoo Year’s Eve – December 31
A family friendly way to roar in the New Year. Little party animals, mom and dad will enjoy the Zoolights displays, fireworks show, Kids Zone and some wild entertainment. Fire pits and hot chocolate are available to keep everyone warm and toasty.

Once Upon a Christmas at Heritage Park

Weekends through December 22, 2013
9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Take a step back into true holiday enchantment by going for a wagon ride, singing carols or visiting jolly old Saint Nick himself. Experience the magic of Christmas past as three of our historical family homes open their doors to share their Yuletide traditions.

Fort Calgary
Open daily: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed December 24, 25, 26, 31 and January 1.

City announces professional development course for artists working in community

The City is pleased to be offering an all-new eight week professional development course designed specifically for artists interested in working more closely with the community.

Beginning in January 2014, selected artists will meet on Tuesday evenings to explore the breadth of community-based public art, and learn more about the opportunities and challenges of working with the community. 

“Anyone who is inspired by working with diverse populations and building community through their work should apply for this course,” says Dawn Ford, Public Art Program Coordinator. “This is a great chance for artists to take a break from the isolation of the studio and challenge themselves to work in a different way. It just might open up an entirely new realm of unexplored possibilities for them, and that is very exciting.”

Topics will include types of community collaboration, the integration of public participation into an arts practice, and how to use community-based principles and techniques to strengthen future commissions.

The application process for this course is competitive. An internal selection committee will review all applications and assess qualified applicants for admission to the course. While 20 of the spaces are to be filled by professional artists, all interested artists are encouraged to apply as there are five audit spots reserved for individuals who do not meet the ‘professional artist’ criteria.

For full course details, including registration fees (fee assistance is available) and how to apply, download the course application form.

Artists of all ages flourish at City of Calgary Recreation arts programs

This winter, get creative with The City of Calgary Recreation! There are many great arts and culture programs to choose from in the new Recreation Winter Guide.

“Making art is a little better than playing video games because you get to meet new friends,” says seven-year-old Sam Norris, whose favourite art programs work with clay. The program Winter Village, for example, provides him the opportunity to create a winter village out of clay with his mom.

“On the last day, you get to take your art home and show your family,” adds Sam.  “We have a shelf at home with all the clay pieces we made.  There are about 20 pieces including a rocket.”

Recreation has been offering art experiences to Calgarians of all ages and abilities for more than 25 years. Whether you are a beginner, need extra support or want to develop your skills, you’ll find the creative opportunity you are looking for at one of The City’s two art centres – North Mount Pleasant or Wildflower.

Recreation Specialist, Laurie Hass Yearwood at North Mount Pleasant Art Centre says, “In a place like this, creating art becomes achievable because you have the support, all the materials are supplied for you and the studio is beautiful.  People come here and find a nice surprise.”

Throughout the year, approximately 52 programs are offered. A favourite for many are the holiday programs that start December 3 and run to mid-December.

“I love holiday programs for a variety of reasons. They are very family focused. And one of the nice things is that they are short and a lot of fun,” continues Yearwood.

Classes are small and designed to promote self-expression in a fun, non-competitive way. All instructors are experienced, practicing artists with formal training and offer a wealth of knowledge in a wide range of disciplines.

“Art allows us to express our ideas and be creative. It provides an opportunity to see the world from a different angle,” say Yearwood.

Registration for Recreation’s winter programs has already started. There are more than 3,000 registered programs and 6,500 drop-in opportunities to choose from this season. There is a program to match everyone’s interests.

Stimulate your imagination, meet new friends and have fun this winter. There’s more than you think with The City of Calgary Recreation.

Register online at calgary.ca/recreation or by calling 403-268-3800.

Remembrance Day 2013 Events & Hours of Operation for City of Calgary Facilities

The City of Calgary is adjusting its hours of operation for services and facilities on Remembrance Day, Monday, November 11, 2013.

Calgary Transit

Calgary Transit will provide a Saturday level of service on Remembrance Day.

For more information and schedules, please visit calgarytransit.com.

Community Recycling Depots

Collection at Community Recycling Depots is not affected by the Remembrance Day holiday.

Residential blue, black and green cart collection

Residential collection schedules for blue, black and green carts are not affected by the Remembrance Day holiday.

Landfills

East Calgary Landfill (3801 - 68 Street S.E.)
Remembrance Day: OPEN 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Spyhill Landfill (11808 69 Street N.W.)
Remembrance Day: CLOSED

Shepard Landfill (12111 - 68 Street S.E.)
Remembrance Day: CLOSED

Animal Services Centre - 2201 Portland Street S.E.

Saturday, November 9: Open 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday, November 10:  Open 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Monday, November 11:  Closed
Tuesday, November 12:  Open 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Recreation

For more information please visit calgary.ca/recreation.

Athletic Parks 

All Athletic Parks are closed, except for any advanced bookings.

Aquatics & Fitness Centres

The following Aquatic & Fitness Centres are open for Free Swim 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. on Remembrance Day, November 11.

Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre
Canyon Meadows Aquatic & Fitness Centre
Glenmore Aquatic Centre
Renfrew Aquatic & Recreation Centre
Shouldice Aquatic Centre
Sir Winston Churchill Aquatic & Recreation Centre

Arenas

The following Arenas are offering Free Public Skate from 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. on Remembrance Day, November 11.

Ernie Starr Arena
Frank McCool Arena
Murray Copot Arena
Optimist Arena
Jimmie Condon Arena
Shouldice Arena
Henry Viney Arena
Stu Peppard Arena

For more information, please visit: www.calgary.ca/arenas.

Southland Leisure Centre

Southland Leisure Centre will be open 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Remembrance Day.

Village Square Leisure Centre

Village Square Leisure Centre will be open 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Remembrance Day.

Arts Centres

North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre is open on Saturday, November 9 and Sunday, November 10. Closed for Remembrance Day, Monday, November 11.

Wildflower Arts Centre is open on Saturday, November 9.  Closed for Sunday, November 10 and for Remembrance Day, Monday, November 11.

City of Calgary Parks

Bowness Park 

Bowness Park is closed for flood recovery and redevelopment.

Inglewood Bird Sanctuary

The Nature Centre is closed for Remembrance Day. The sanctuary (trails) are also closed until further notice due to flood damage.

Devonian Gardens

Open from noon to 5 p.m.

City Administrative Offices

All administrative offices will be closed on Monday, November 11 and will reopen on Tuesday, November 12.

Other Facilities

Fort Calgary
Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Heritage Park
Heritage Park is open  daily from October 15 – December 31.

Gasoline Alley Museum and Historical Village: open daily 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Haskayne Mercantile Block: Open 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Railway Café: Open 9:00 a.m.  – 5:30 p.m.
Park Lane Portrait Studio: Monday through Friday by appointment only (403-268-8561). Open Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Selkirk Grille: Open  daily for lunch. Tuesday – Sunday for dinner. Reservations recommended.

Deane House

 The Dean House is closed for renovations until Fall 2014.

Calgary Zoo

Due to considerable damage caused by the June 2013 flood The Calgary Zoo is only partially open. Penguin Plunge, Canadian Wilds and Prehistoric Park will be available for viewing.

The zoo is open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily. Gates close at 4 p.m.

TELUS Spark

Sunday – Friday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Regular Admission Applies.

Remembrance Day Events

The City of Calgary would like to remind Calgarians of the variety of venues that will be hosting  Remembrance Day services this year including:

Battalion Park
3001 Signal Hill Dr. S.W.
Service begins at 10:30 a.m.

Memorial Drive Cross Project 
Place a cross for each Southern Albertan killed in action in any war or peacekeeping activity between now and November 11. Service begins at 11:00 a.m. on Remembrance Day.
Location: On the north side of Memorial Dr. West of Centre Street

Remembrance Day Parade
Central Memorial Park - 1221 2 St SW
Ceremony begins at 10 a.m.

Queens’s Park Cemetery
3219  4 St. N.W.
Service begins at 11 a.m.

Jubilee Auditorium
14th Street and 16th Avenue N.W.
Doors open at 9:30 a.m.
Ceremony begins at 10:30 a.m.

Aerospace Museum
4629 McCall Way N.E.
Service begins at 10:30 a.m.

The Military Museums
44520 Crowchild Trail S.W.
Service begins at 10:45 a.m. The museum will be open regular business hours 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission is free.

Coffee and hot chocolate will also be available.

Calgary International Airport 
Main Terminal Departures Level
Services begins at 10:30 a.m.

Celebrate International Artist Day

In honour of International Artist Day, we invite you to acknowledge and celebrate the artists who live and work in and around our great city. This world-wide celebration, which started in White Rock, BC, is a great time to let our most creative citizens know that their perspective, energy, enthusiasm and unique way of navigating the world has a valuable and unparalleled impact on our daily lives.

In partnership with The City, local artist Claudia Weigelsberger has designed an interactive social-media-based initiative that promotes civic dialogue, links to local arts organizations, and recognizes and celebrates Calgary artists.

“The citizens of Calgary have great love and admiration for their local artists. IADYYC (the new interactive website) is a chance to share that acknowledgement and pride in a public and fun way,” says Dawn Ford, Program Coordinator for The City. “We always appreciate the role of artists, but it’s like telling our mothers we love them. Sometimes we need a push or an occasion to say it. This is our occasion to say thank you to our local artists – we value all that they are.”

All Calgarians are encouraged to visit IADYYC.com and connect to dedicated social media channels to share their thoughts, stories and images of how artists, just by being who they are, create a better world for all of us.

Thanksgiving 2013 Holiday Hours of Operation for City of Calgary Facilities

The City of Calgary is adjusting its hours of operation for services and facilities on Thanksgiving Day, Monday, October, 14.

Calgary Transit

Calgary Transit will provide a Sunday level of service on Thanksgiving and the Call Centre will be closed.

Service Disruptions:

Calgary Transit will be performing maintenance over the long weekend Saturday October 12 - Monday, October 14. CTrain stations between Marlborough and City Hall will be closed. CTrain service between these stations will be replaced with shuttle bus service.

The B202 CTrain Shuttle Bus will be servicing: Marlborough, Franklin,Barlow/Max Bell, Calgary Zoo, Bridgeland and City Hall Stations.

The X202 Express CTrain Shuttle Bus will provide direct transit service between Marlborough and City Hall Stations.

For more information and schedules, please visit calgarytransit.com .

Community Recycling Depots

Collection at Community Recycling Depots is not affected by the Thanksgiving holiday.

Residential blue, black and green cart collection

Residential collection schedules for blue, black and green carts are not affected by the Thanksgiving holiday.

Landfills

East Calgary Landfill (3801 - 68 Street S.E.)
Thanksgiving Day: Open 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Spyhill Landfill (11808 69 Street N.W.)
Thanksgiving Day: Open 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Shepard Landfill (12111 - 68 Street S.E.)
Thanksgiving Day: Open 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Animal Services Centre - 2201 Portland Street S.E.
Saturday, October 12: Open 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday, October 13:  Open 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Monday, October 14:  Closed
Tuesday, October 15:  Open 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Recreation
For more information please visit calgary.ca/recreation.

Athletic Parks 
All Athletic Parks are closed, except for any advanced bookings.

Aquatics and Fitness Centres

The following Aquatic and Fitness Centres are open for Free Swim 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day, October, 14.

Acadia Aquatic & Fitness Centre
Foothills Aquatic Centre
Inglewood Aquatic Centre
Killarney Aquatic & Recreation Centre
Thornhill Aquatic & Recreation Centre

Arenas

The following Arenas are offering Free Public Skate from 1 - 2:30 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day, October, 14.

Ernie Starr Arena
Frank McCool Arena
Murray Copot Arena
Optimist/George Blundun Arena
Rose Kohn/Jimmie Condon Arena
Shouldice Arena
Stew Hendry/Henry Viney Arena
Stu Peppard Arena 

For more information, please visit:  www.calgary.ca/arenas.

Southland Leisure Centre
Southland Leisure Centre will be open 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.

Village Square Leisure Centre
Village Square Leisure Centre will be open 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.
Public Skate:  12:30 – 2 p.m.
Shinny Hockey: 12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Art Centres
The North Mount Pleasant and Wildflower Arts Centres will be closed from Saturday, October 12  - Monday October 14.

City of Calgary Parks

Bowness Park 
Bowness Park is closed for flood recovery and redevelopment.

Inglewood Bird Sanctuary
The Nature Centre is closed for Thanksgiving. The sanctuary (trails) are also closed until further notice due to flood damage; however, guided tours are available and can be booked online.

Devonian Gardens
Open from noon to 5 p.m.

City Administrative Offices

All administrative offices will be closed on Monday October 14 and will reopen on Tuesday, October 15.

Other Facilities

Fort Calgary
Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Heritage Park
Heritage Park is open weekdays only September 3 – October 14 and daily October 15 – December 31.

Gasoline Alley Museum and Historical Village: open daily 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Haskayne Mercantile Block: Open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Railway Café: Open 9:00 a.m.  – 4 p.m.
Park Lane Portrait Studio: by appointment only:  403-268-8561
Selkirk Grille: Open 11:00 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily for lunch. Tuesday – Sunday from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. for dinner. Reservations recommended.

Deane House
The Dean House is closed for renovations until Fall 2014.

Calgary Zoo
Due to considerable damage caused by the June 2013 flood The Calgary Zoo is only partially open. Penguin Plunge, Canadian Wilds and Prehistoric Park will be available for viewing.

The zoo is open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily. Gates close at 4 p.m.

TELUS Spark
Monday, October 14:  Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Regular Admission Applies.

Labour Day 2013 Holiday Hours of Operation for City of Calgary Facilities

The City of Calgary is adjusting its hours of operation for services and facilities on Labour Day, Monday, September 2.

Calgary Transit

Calgary Transit will provide a Sunday level of service on Labour Day.

Chinook Station will be open for regular service on Tuesday, September 3. All bus routes that were displaced during the station renovation will return to the bus terminal and the Park and Ride area will be available for Reserved and Free parking.

Service Disruptions:

201 Line (Somerset/Bridlewood to Crowfoot)

Friday, August 30 7 p.m. until end of service

• CTrains running from Somerset/Bridlewood Station to 39 Avenue Station and from Sunnyside Station to Crowfoot Station. B201 shuttle service will be in place to connect you to the stations that are without CTrain service (every 10 minutes).  

Saturday, August 31 until Monday, September 2 at noon

• CTrains running from Somerset/Bridlewood Station to City Hall Station and from Sunnyside Station to Crowfoot Station. B201 shuttle service will be in place to connect you to the stations that are without CTrain service (every 10 minutes). 

202 Line (69 Street to Saddletowne)

Friday, August 30 at 7 p.m. until Monday, September 2 at noon

• CTrains running from Saddletowne Station to City Hall Station and from Downtown West/Kerby Station to 69 Street Station. B202 shuttle service will be in place to connect you to the stations that are without CTrain service (every 10 minutes). 

Bus Detours: Routes 1, 7 and 9

Friday, August 30 until Monday, September 2 at noon

• Westbound Routes 1 and 9 will detour from 1 Street S.E. to 6 Avenue S.W. to regular routing. 
• Eastbound Routes 1 and 9 will detour from 7 Avenue S.W. to south on 7 Street S.W., east on 9 Avenue SW to regular routing. 
• Route 7 will detour east on 8 Avenue S.W., south on 5 Street S.W., east on 9 Avenue, south on 1 Street S.E. to regular routing.  

For more information and schedules, please visit calgarytransit.com  or call Teleride at 403-974-4000, or Calgary Transit Customer Service at 403-262-1000.

Community Recycling Depots

Collection at Community Recycling Depots is not affected by the Labour Day holiday.

Residential blue, black and green cart collection

Residential collection schedules for blue, black and green carts are not affected by the Labour Day holiday.

Landfills 

Reminder: City of Calgary landfills are collecting flood materials free of charge until September 2. Regular fees will resume September 3.

East Calgary Landfill (3801 - 68 Street S.E.)
Labour Day: Open 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Spyhill Landfill (11808 69 Street N.W.)
Labour Day: Open 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Shepard Landfill (12111 - 68 Street S.E.)
Labour Day: Open 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Animal Services Centre - 2201 Portland Street S.E.
Saturday, August 31: Open 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday, September 1:  Open 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Monday, September 2:  Closed
Tuesday, September 3:  Open 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Recreation
For more information please visit calgary.ca/recreation

Athletic Parks
All Athletic Parks are closed, except for any advanced bookings.

Aquatics and Fitness Centres
All Aquatics and Fitness Centres are closed on Labour Day.

Arenas
All Arenas are closed, except for any advanced bookings

Southland Leisure Centre
Southland Leisure Centre is closed on Labour Day.

Village Square Leisure Centre
Open Monday, September 2
Facility hours: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Regular admission applies.

Art Centres
The North Mount Pleasant and Wildflower Arts Centres will be closed from Saturday, August 31 - Monday September, 2.

City of Calgary Parks

Bowness Park
Due to the recent flood, Bowness Park is CLOSED until further notice. For more information on Parks and Pathways closures visit calgary.ca/parks.

Inglewood Bird Sanctuary
The Santuary is closed until further notice due to flood damage. The Nature Centre is open regular hours, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Daily guided tours through the flood damaged Sanctuary are available. Schedule a tour here.

Devonian Gardens
Open from noon to 5 p.m.

City Administrative Offices
All administrative offices will be closed on Monday, September 2 and will reopen on Tuesday, September 3.

Other Facilities

Fort Calgary
Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Heritage Park

Gasoline Alley Museum and Historical Village: open daily 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Haskayne Mercantile Block: Open 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Railway Café: Open 9:00 a.m.  – 5:30 p.m.
Park Lane Portrait Studio: Open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Selkirk Grille: Open 11:00 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily for lunch. Tuesday – Sunday from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. for dinner. Reservations recommended.

Deane House

 The Dean House is closed for renovations until Fall 2014.

Calgary Zoo

Due to considerable damage caused by the June 2013 flood The Calgary Zoo is only partially open. Penguin Plunge, Canadian Wilds and Prehistoric Park will be available for viewing.

The zoo is open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily. Gates close at 4 p.m.

TELUS Spark
Monday, Sept. 2:  Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Regular Admission Applies.

Local art helps transform Centre City bridges

Calgary’s Centre City bridges and Olympic Plaza will soon feature new art banners which depict representations of the transformative powers of nature as visualized through the everyday realities of local First Nation’s life. The series showcases Calgary artist, Wil Yee whose work points out how even the little things in our environment tell a story of the transformations we all experience through realities like birth, change, adversity and even death.

“As I read about the First Nation’s people and learned more about their oral history, I found I appreciated their respect for the commonality we all share with nature and the local wildlife around Calgary. This helped me create the six bridge banners because I could use color, natural light and the power within these stories to create vibrations that I think reflect an energy that highlights the realities of life that we all share,” said Yee.

The new banners will be installed on seven bridges leading into the downtown area, including 14 Street (Mewata), Louise (10 Street), Centre Street, Langevin (Edmonton Trail), Inglewood , MacDonald and Zoo bridges.

Each of the banners is a visual interpretation and expression of local First Nations' myths and their relationship to Calgary and area. The combination of colors and imagery represent the transformation of elements and seasons through the cycle of life, death and rebirth.

Calgary: "Moll-inistsis-in-aka-apewis" in Blackfoot, which literally means "elbow" - where the Elbow and Bow Rivers meet and form an "L" 

Old Man: A fun campfire story about the adventures of roasting squirrels and how birch trees got their markings.

Deer Lady: The story varies, but in this case reminds one not to be enchanted by desires causing one to lose sight of their purpose.

iinisskim: Interesting beliefs were created in hopes to rekindle a depleted, over-hunted buffalo population. One being iinisskim, an ammonite fossil called a "buffalo stone" and another in the form of sacred dance performed wearing a buffalo headdress.

Tricksters: Calgary's winters are synonymous with extreme: one day it's biting cold; the next day a chinook arrives with a warm reprieve. Tricksters from First Nations' tales are just as synonymous to their multi-faceted personalities.

Era of the horse: The legends say, the horse (elk dog) sprung from the waters and transformed the way of life on the Plains.

The Centre City Banner Program, launched in 2008, is managed by The City of Calgary’s Land Use Planning & Policy, Centre City Planning  & Implementation team. The intent of the program is to engage local artists to provide artwork specifically for exhibition as banners and  to beautify our city and animate the urban landscape. In a way, the bridges  create a narrative for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers through art.

Banners are replaced annually with a new look and story to welcome people to the downtown area.

The banner program is funded through both the Downtown Improvement Fund and the Public Art Program.

It’s time to think active, think creative & think fun with City Recreation

Whether young or old, staying active helps keep you healthy.  And staying active with The City of Calgary Recreation gives Calgarians a chance to get out, have fun, and meet new people.

Recreation has the A (abs) to Z (zen) covered and is even adding new programs to help ensure there is something for everyone.  For example, new programs include Clay Glazing and Decorating Techniques, Wellness - The Ticket to Change, and Sporting Edge.

“With kids heading back to school parents may be searching for some ‘me’ time after a busy summer,” said Michelle Tait, Recreation Supervisor. “Whatever you are looking for – we have. For example, we have more than ten different styles and themes of yoga to choose from Yoga for a Healthy Back to Yoga and Meditation.”

In addition, there are several fun and festive holiday programs to help keep the family busy over the holiday break. Families can register their little tikes in Santa’s Art Workshop or head out to one of 12 arenas to enjoy public skating.

To learn more or register online please visit calgary.ca/recreation or call 403-268-3800.

The City of Calgary Recreation operates 12 arenas, 2 art centres, 12 athletic parks, 8 golf courses, 2 leisure centres, 12 indoor pools, and a sailing school.  We offer affordable recreation products and services, facilitate city festivals and events, invest in quality recreation amenities and public art, and partner with organizations to enhance sport, art, and culture within Calgary.  The scope of our work directly contributes to our mission: Enriching the lives of Calgarians through recreation. 

Heritage Day 2013 Holiday Hours of Operation for City of Calgary Facilities

The City of Calgary is adjusting its hours of operation for services and facilities on Heritage Day, Monday, August 5, 2013.

City Administrative Offices

All administrative offices will be closed on Monday, August 5 and will reopen on Tuesday, August 6.

Calgary Transit

Calgary Transit will provide a Sunday level of service on Heritage Day, August 5, 2013.

Between Saturday, August 3 and Monday, August 5, Calgary Transit will be conducting maintenance work at Marlborough Station. During this weekend, Marlborough Station will be closed and the 202 Blue CTrain line will service from Saddletowne to/from Rundle Station and from Franklin to/from 69th Street Station. A shuttle bus will connect you between Whitehorn and Franklin Station with stops at Rundle and Marlborough Stations.

Starting 8:00 pm Friday, 2013 August 2 to Monday, August 5 (end of service), Routes 23, 45, 49, 51 and 57 will be detoured due to southbound 36 Street NE closure (between 8 Avenue NE and 5 Avenue NE) to facilitate CTrain platform construction work.

For information and schedules, please visit www.calgarytransit.com, call Teleride at 403-974-4000, or
Calgary Transit Customer Service at 403-262-1000.

Community Recycling Depots

Collection at Community Recycling Depots is not affected by the Heritage Day holiday.

Residential blue, black and green cart collection

Residential collection schedules for blue, black and green carts are not affected by the Heritage Day holiday.

Landfills 
Reminder: City of Calgary landfills are collecting flood materials free of charge until September 3.

East Calgary Landfill (3801 - 68 Street S.E.)
Heritage Day: Open 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Spyhill Landfill (11808 69 Street N.W.)
Heritage Day: Open 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Shepard Landfill (12111 - 68 Street S.E.)
Heritage Day: Open 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Animal Services Centre - 2201 Portland Street S.E.
Saturday, August 3: Open 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday, August 4:  Open 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Monday, August 5:  Closed
Tuesday, August 6:  Open 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Recreation

For more information please visit calgary.ca/recreation

Athletic Parks 
All Athletic Parks are closed, except for any advanced bookings.

Aquatics and Fitness Centres
All Aquatics and Fitness Centres are closed on Heritage Day.

Southland Leisure Centre
Open Monday, August 5
Facility hours: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Regular admission applies.

Village Square Leisure Centre
Open Monday, August 5
Facility hours: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Regular admission applies.

Art Centres
The North Mount Pleasant and Wildflower Arts Centres will be closed on Heritage Day.

City of Calgary Parks

Bowness Park 
Due to the recent flood, Bowness Park is closed until further notice.For more information on Parks and pathway closures visit calgary.ca/parks.

Inglewood Bird Sanctuary
The Santuary is closed until further notice due to flood damage. The Nature Centre is open regular hours, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Devonian Gardens
Open from noon to 5 p.m.

Other Facilities

Fort Calgary
Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Heritage Park

Gasoline Alley Museum and Historical Village: open daily 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Haskayne Mercantile Block: Open 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Railway Café: Open 9:00 a.m.  – 5:30 p.m.
Park Lane Portrait Studio: Open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Selkirk Grille: Open 11:00 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily for lunch. Tuesday – Sunday from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. for dinner. Reservations recommended.

Deane House
 The Deane House will be closed on Heritage Day.

Calgary Zoo
After repairs needed after extensive damage caused by flooding  the Calgary Zoo partially re-opened on July 31. The zoo is open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily. Gates close at 4 p.m.

TELUS Spark
Monday, August 5:  Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Regular Admission Applies.