Mobility - Transportation improvements

Project update – September/October 2025

• 2 Avenue/ 7 Avenue N. W. corridor improvements – Starting late September/early October, on Saturdays and Sundays, milling will take place along the 2 Avenue N.W. corridor between 10 Street and 5A Street N.W. Concrete for wheeling lanes will be installed in the weeks following the milling. Paving work will begin shortly after the wheeling lanes are installed, also over a weekend, later in October.
• 3 Avenue improvements – was tendered and awarded in Summer 2024 and construction began in October 2024. Construction is now substantially complete. The southeast corner of 3 Avenue N.W. will be completed by the private developer currently working on that corner as part of their project.
• The raised crossing leading to the Sunnyside LRT station is being coordinated with the paving work on 2 Avenue N.W. and will be complete early to mid-October. 
• 19 Street N. W. improvements – Work has now begun on 19 Street N.W. starting on the east side of the street between 5 Avenue and 2 Avenue N.W. A detour is in place for those travelling northbound along 19 Street. Please see the map below for the detour route.

Parking will be blocked on the north side of 2 Avenue and the east side of 20 Street to make room for the traffic detour.

Northbound traffic on 19 Street will be detoured, but access to homes and businesses will be maintained.

Beginning the week of September 29, 2025, some driveways along 19 Street will be blocked for short periods during construction so crews can pour concrete and lay asphalt for new walking and wheeling lanes. We will work with flaggers on site to help maintain access to homes during this time. Residents will be given advance notice before driveway access is restricted. 

2 Avenue/7 Avenue N.W.

We are improving safety and adding active modes along the 2 Avenue/7 Avenue corridor.

• The design discourages short-cutting and encourages slower vehicle speeds by physically and visually narrowing the corridor.
• It is intended to be appropriate for all ages and abilities that want to cycle or wheel through the area.
• Introducing dedicated wheeling lanes between the curb and parked vehicles.

2 Avenue N.W. improvements

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7 Avenue N.W. improvements

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The project was tendered and awarded in Summer 2024. Construction work on 2 and 7 Avenue is anticipated to begin on April 22, 2025 and to be completed by Fall 2025.

3 Avenue N.W.

We are improving the public realm along 3 Avenue N.W. by removing parking on the north side and reallocating the space to widen the sidewalk on both sides.

3 Avenue N.W. improvements

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The project was tendered and awarded in Summer 2024 and construction began in October 2024. Construction will be completed in Spring 2025. Work is now substantially complete. 

19 Street N.W.

The design is intended to improve accessibility and the public experience by slowing down traffic and  increasing safety by adding traffic calming measures, such as:

• Narrowing traffic lanes
• Introducing wider sidewalks and dedicated wheeling lanes by widening the street. 
• Adding curb extensions where possible to shorten pedestrian crossings.
• Adding a raised crosswalk at 2 Avenue.
• A permanent Rapid Flash Beacon (RFB) will also be installed at 19 Street and 2 Avenue, replacing the temporary one currently in place.

Construction will begin the week of August 25th, 2025 and will be completed in 2026.

19 Street N.W. improvements

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Have questions or want to learn more about the projects? Contact the project team at: [email protected]

Project timeline

• Engagement: Complete
• Design: 2024
• Construction start: September 2024

Note: The City has seen across-the-board cost estimate increases for both materials and labour on projects. Construction activities are dependent on several factors. Timelines may change due to inclement weather, complexity, supply chain and/or other unexpected circumstances.

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Parks and open spaces improvements

Project update – December 2024

• Riley Park Fitness Area – Construction is now substantially complete and the park is open for use.
• Grasshopper off-leash park improvements – Now open. Fencing will remain up in the area until the replanting process is complete. We hope to remove the final fencing in 2025 once the newly replanted native vegetation is sufficiently established.
• Kensington Plaza improvements – now complete.

Riley Park Fitness Area

There is a new way to stay active at Riley Park, come by and enjoy the brand new fitness equipment next to the existing playground in the southwest corner of Riley Park, just off 12 Street NW. The uniquely designed training circuit includes a great variety of calisthenic and climbable equipment making it fun for a variety of users. This new convenient, low maintenance and versatile equipment was installed with pour-in-place rubber surfacing.

For the public’s safety and enjoyment, permanent warning signage from the equipment provider will be installed on-site.

Grasshopper Hill off-leash Park Enhancements

We’re excited to share that Grasshopper Hill Off-leash Park has officially re-opened. We have removed the equipment and the site fencing at the cul-de-sacs. These entrances with the new sidewalk connections are now open for use. Selective fencing around the native seed planting will remain in place until seed is established. There are regular openings along the fence to maintain connections to all trails and ensure dogs can freely access the centre of the park.
 

Over the past year, we have made significant strides in enhancing the park’s native vegetation and resilience. Thanks to your ongoing support and patience, our revegetation initiatives are exceeding expectations. Here is a summary of our progress and ongoing efforts.

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Vegetation Growth

Weed management

Strategic Fencing Removal

Groundcover and Native Grasses

Thank you for your continued interest. Your patience and support have been invaluable as we’ve worked to restore and improve this cherished green space.

Project Background
 

The Natural Area and Off-Leash Park adjacent to 19 St. N.W. in West Hillhurst provides a beautiful place for a short walk with views of the Calgary skyline. The park currently struggles with erosion, habitat degradation, and lacks formalized trails. This park also features a spot where citizens have provided their own seating. The project scope includes trail enhancements, dog park signage, seating, and revegetation. 

Project Benefits
 

Project benefits include:  

• improving trail accessibility including timber steps.
• seating area at lookout and formalizing community-initiated placemaking elements.  
• establishing missing pedestrian connections. 
• creating new sidewalks with a curb cut at the 9 Ave. and 10 Ave. N.W. entrances.
• addressing ongoing erosion.
• aiming to maintain and improve upon the natural feel of the site.

Off-leash improvements - *conceptual ideas, not the actual design of the features

Project timeline

• Engagement: Complete
• Design and Construction: 2025

Kensington Plaza

We’re happy to share the Kensington Plaza improvements are now complete. These upgrades include unique sculptured benches, new healthy trees, additional bike racks, and updated surfacing. Enhanced lighting, utility upgrades, and dedicated spaces for temporary features like fire pits and movable furniture, offer flexibility for a range of activities and a welcomed upgrade for hosting community events and gatherings.
 

Thank you for your patience during the construction period. We hope all Calgarians, and visitors can enjoy these improvements for years to come.