Team Ward 9 for Great Neighbourhoods

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If you're feeling unsure about what comes after graduation, check out @YouthCentralYYC Career Day! Register and learn more: youthcentral.com/career-day/

Stay in the Game Youth Sports is dedicated to creating inclusive sports opportunities for EVERY BODY! They’ve just launched a free + inclusive basketball league for youth 11-14 - a safe, welcoming space for LGBTQ2S+ youth and their friends to thrive! forms.gle/iL3RiiAGNXYJaJ…

Winter Bike Day is back! Join us on Feb. 15, as we encourage Calgarians to embrace winter cycling, come together as a community and support local businesses and organizations. Full event details at: bikecalgary.org/winter-bike-da… #yyc #bikeyyc #winterbikedayyyc

Start planning your spring garden and order your seeds today. Street Sisters Society has partnered with @westcoastseeds to host a seed fundraiser. Money raised allows them to continue to provide street-level connection + outreach to vulnerable Calgarians. fundraising.westcoastseeds.com/collections/all

Yesterday, Team Ward 9 visited @calgarydropin to learn more about their programs, services, future goals, and the incredible work being done to support some of Calgary’s most vulnerable residents. Here are 3 things you may not know about the DI: gccarra.ca/monthly-newsle…

🚧4th Ave Flyover: Temporary Upcoming Closures Two overnight closures are required to complete repairs following a vehicular incident on the bridge: ⛔Feb 13, 9 pm to Feb 14, 5 am ⛔Feb 14, 9 pm to Feb 15, 5 am Regular construction resumes Feb 15, reopening one lane to traffic.

The City of Calgary is planning two significant transit projects that will benefit Ward 9. ▪️52 St East BRT ▪️MAX Purple East Extension These initiatives will enhance transit connectivity + efficiency in our communities. Learn more + share your input: gccarra.ca/monthly-newsle…

Curious to try a new sport? Registration is open for @sportcalgary's All Sport One City, running February 8-17th. There are a variety of sports to try at locations across Calgary. Family-friendly options are available! Check out sportcalgary.ca to register today!

If you're interested in listening to today's discussion about GamePLAN: Reimagining Calgary's Public Recreation, you can tune in live to the Committee Meeting Webcast, starting at 9:30am. calgary.ca/council/counci…

GamePLAN is Calgary’s strategy to transform public recreation over the next 25 years, creating inclusive, accessible, and sustainable opportunities for all. But we need your voice to make it happen! Come speak at Community Development Committee Feb 6. gccarra.ca/monthly-newsle…

With temperatures dropping, learn what resources are available to those experiencing homelessness during these cold weather days, including daytime services, warming centres, and overnight shelters. calgaryhomeless.com/ewr/

🌟Feb is Black History Month! We celebrate the incredible contributions & rich cultural heritage of Black Canadians. Explore events, learn about the stories of Black pioneers, & connect with the vibrant culture that continues to shape Calgary. Learn more: calgary.ca/events/black-h…

Join @dtalks_calgary + @DowntownCoreCA for a guided walking tour exploring YYC’s +15 network, followed by a screening of ‘WAYDOWNTOWN’ at the Globe Cinema. This event is free and sure to be a unique experience for all you urban nerds + curious Calgarians! lu.ma/cz5rsv6q

Chinook Blast is back for its 5th year, running Jan 31 to Feb 17, 2025. This beloved winter celebration is a must-attend tradition, drawing Calgarians and visitors alike to discover Calgary and its downtown in a whole new way. Check out what’s happening! gccarra.ca/monthly-newsle…

To date, The City has contributed $25.3 million in land value through the program, which has enabled the development of 835 homes for Calgarians in need. Learn more: calgary.ca/communities/ho…

This week, five parcels of City-owned land were selected to be sold to affordable housing providers at below-market value in the communities of Erin Woods, Crescent Heights, Erlton, Haysboro, and Shaganappi. These projects will create 387 new affordable homes for Calgarians.

There is only a week left to enter our kids drawing contest! Open to all Calgary kids under 14 - share with us something you love in Ward 9 for a chance to win some cool prizes!

✨SHE GOVERNS 2025: Inspiring the Next Generation of Civic Leaders✨ Young women + gender-diverse youth in Gr 9 - 12 in YYC are welcome to apply. 30 students will participate in a Model Council meeting and Speakers’ Panel. Learn more + apply by Feb 18- calgary.ca/shegoverns

🎨CALLING ALL CREATIVE KIDS!🎨 What is your favourite thing in Ward 9? Draw or paint a picture and share it with our office for a chance to win awesome prizes! PLUS: your piece could be featured on an upcoming Ward 9 map! Open to ALL Calgary kids under 14. gccarra.ca/monthly-newsle…