Happy Earth Day, Ward 5!

Excited to share that registration for free trees in N.E. Calgary opened today at 10 a.m. through the Branching Out program! 🌱🏡 Let's make our city greener together.

Visit calgary.ca/parks-rec-prog… for more info.

#CalgaryGreenInitiative

🟢 Don’t forget, weekly green cart pickup returns this week!

Check your collection schedule, sign up for reminders or download the Calgary Garbage Day app at calgary.ca/collection.

This week is National Volunteer Appreciation Week. Let’s take a moment to thank a volunteer in our community for their dedication and commitment to making a difference. Together, let's celebrate the spirit of giving back!

Hey Ward 5, attend our community safety forum for your concerns related to parking, transit, Calgary police and peace officers. It is also an opportunity for you to speak to me about issues you deem important such as bus routes, rezoning, or other issues.

Eid Mubarak to everyone celebrating 🌙✨ May this joyous occasion bring you peace, happiness, and countless blessings. Let's cherish the spirit of unity and compassion as we come together to celebrate Eid al-Fitr. Wishing you all a wonderful day surrounded by loved ones!

Power has been restored!

Attention Ward 5! Alberta Electric Systems Operators (AESO) has issued a Level 3 Grid Alert, leading to rolling blackouts in various communities across Calgary including Martindale, Castleridge, Falconridge, and Deerfoot Business Center. Please prepare accordingly and stay tuned.

Exciting news for Calgary!

The design for the Arts Commons Transformation expansion has been revealed, marking a significant milestone in the $660M project. The new building will include a 1,000-seat theatre and a 200-seat studio theatre, enhancing Calgary's cultural landscape

Great opportunity to visit the Muslim community at the Genesis Centre in Ward 5. I was pleased and honoured to talk to the congregation during Jumma to hear how they appreciate my recent call for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
#ceasefireInGazaNOW

This holiday season don’t forget to support local businesses! There are a lot of amazing businesses in Ward 5 and it’s time to show them your support! #SupportLocalYYC #supportlocal #shoplocal #buylocal

I join other Canadian Municipalities Urging the Federal Government to Call for an Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza.
#CeasefireInGazaNOW

Budget season has kicked off at the City of Calgary!
Over the summer I heard from Ward 5 residents and I will make sure their views are heard loud and clear.
Taxes must be affordable, while ensuring better service levels. #yyc #yyc cc #Calgary

Happy #BandiChhorDivas & #Diwali to all those celebrating today 🪔

Today we remember the brave men & women who served & continue to serve our country during times of war, conflict & peace. And today we also remember those that volunteered, sacrificed, fought & died for our freedom.

#CanadaRemembers #LestWeForget #RemembranceDay #WeRemember

One of the most rewarding things about my job is engaging with youth in our Ward.

So pleased to speak to the Leadership Class at Nelson Mandela High School this morning on how to they can contribute within their community.

#Ward5yyc #yyccc #yycyouth

Pleased to have participated in the Fire Prevention event at the Genesis Centre. Shout out to the Calgary Fire Department team for hosting a very successful event to raise awareness on fire safety and prevention.
#yycfiredepartment #ward5yyc #FireSafetyWeek #yyccc

🚨 ONGOING POLICE INCIDENT 🚨

We are asking the public to avoid the Falconridge Plaza, located at 5075 Falconridge Blvd N.E., due to an ongoing police incident.

No further details are available at this time.

It was such a pleasure to welcome seven time world champion stampede show band to #yyccc this morning. Congratulations on this great achievement 🥳

👀Watch out for posts throughout the week on these topics:
🔄 Circular Economy
👕 Textiles
🔌 Electronics
🥤 Plastics
🍏 Food Waste
🤲 Sharing Economy
🛠️ Extending Life

Together, we can make every week #WasteReductionWeek .

More: circulareconomymonth.ca/about-circular…