Since the recent release of the budget by the Kenney government, we’ve worked to understand its implications to the numerous flood mitigation projects slated to protect Calgary. We’ve discussed these implications with Alberta Transportation, Alberta Environment and Parks (AEP), and the City of Calgary. We’ve summarized what will be impacted and what we know so far. Alberta Transportation – responsible for Springbank Off-Stream Reservoir Project (SR1) on the Elbow RiverAlberta Environment and Parks – […]

Each year during flood season, the City of Calgary undertakes a flood readiness campaign to share flood-related information and resources. New this year: a river flooding story map and flood-themed walking tours. The river flooding story map is incredibly impactful and informative, especially the “flood map” tab. It’s why we’ve been at this for six years! We’ve shared the full City newsletter below. Additionally, you can find a roundup of flood season media […]

With the flood season upon us and the sixth anniversary of the 2013 Southern Alberta Floods approaching, there is an abundance of media coverage to keep up with. For ease of reading, we have compiled media links below for you. Airdrie Today Information session for more dialogue on SR1 project Province updates RVC on Springbank Reservoir project Calgary Herald UCP government hires lawyer to explore expedited construction of Springbank dam […]

With Calgary’s flood season fast approaching (May 15 to July 15), there are a number of flood-related events happening throughout the city in the coming weeks. To keep you in-the-loop during this busy time, we’ve listed upcoming events below.  Canada’s Emergency Preparedness Week This year, Emergency Preparedness Week (EP Week) is May 5-11, 2019. Emergency Preparedness Week is a national awareness initiative that has taken place annually since 1996. It […]

The city has revealed preliminary design plans for the next Eau Claire Public Realm developments including the Downtown Barrier and the Sunnyside Barrier. Last weekend, the city hosted the second of two public open houses* to engage Calgarians on a number of projects planned along the Bow River. We’ve provided highlights and links to further resources below. *The first public open house was in December 2017 and information from that […]

This weekend, the city is hosting a public open house on the Downtown Barrier and other projects planned for the Eau Claire area. Date: Saturday, April 13Time: 10:00 am to 2:00 pmLocation: Eau Claire Market, 200 Barclay Parade SW “The City is working with Calgarian’s to create a safe, efficient and beautiful riverfront park space, promenade and cycle network in Eau Claire. We are undertaking multiple, connected projects that focus […]

The Government of Alberta has announced $15 million in funding for two critical Bow River flood mitigation projects; the Downtown Barrier and the Upper Plateau Separation Project in Sunnyside-Hillhurst.    The funds are provided through the Alberta Community Resilience Program (ACRP) and are in addition to the grants previously announced for these projects in May 2018. You can read the full list of ACRP grants provided to date here.   Downtown Flood Barrier   In late […]

This week, the federal government announced $8.7 million in funding for flood mitigation projects in Alberta as part of the National Disaster Mitigation Program.   Information on the 21 projects (18 planned/underway, 3 completed) that will receive funding is available from Public Safety Canada here: National Disaster Mitigation Program funding to the Province of Alberta: Projects at a glance.   We’ve provided a bit more detail on the three projects that […]

Earlier this year at our AGM, we welcomed Flood Free Calgary to the crusade for upstream mitigation in Calgary. They’ve been rallying the business community and emphasizing the message of economic risk; highlighting that if we lose our downtown core we will ALL lose.   They recently published a few blog posts with updates on upstream mitigation on the Bow River, West Eau Claire Park, and the Centre Street Bridge flood barrier that […]

Over the past few months, the Calgary River Valleys organization has been working to improve riparian health on the banks of the Elbow River.   A test site has been established in the riparian zone of an Elbow River-adjacent property and, through the use of this model project, the group hopes to:   Research about people’s knowledge of riparian issues, Complete field work to modify an Elbow River adjacent homeowner’s riparian zone with new […]