DEVELOPMENT SPOTLIGHT

REDEVELOPMENT AT WESTBROOK STATION

Posted on Jun 25, 2026 in Development Spotlight


After sitting largely vacant for more than a decade, the land surrounding Calgary's Westbrook LRT Station may finally be seeing new life.

The City of Calgary is developing a master plan for the area and is seeking public feedback before proceeding. While construction is not expected to begin until 2029, the project represents one of the largest tran...

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A VACANT OFFICE CONVERSION BOOM

Posted on Nov 21, 2025 in Development Spotlight


Downtown Calgary is in the middle of a major identity shift — and it’s not just about skyline views. What was once one of Canada’s emptiest office cores is steadily transforming into a mixed-use, residential-friendly community. Thanks to the City’s Downtown Development Incentive Program (DCDIP), 21 office buildings are now approved or completed for...

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HIGH DENSITY PLANS FOR MARDA LOOP

Posted on Aug 08, 2025 in Development Spotlight


Marda Loop is on the brink of transformation.
Following City Council approval, a major rezoning has cleared the way for a new mixed-use development that could dramatically reshape one of Calgary’s most well-known inner-city communities. Spearheaded by Truman Homes in collaboration with Calgary Co-op, the project proposes two 19-storey towers, an 11...

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CHEVRON PLAZA GETS A NEW LIFE

Posted on Aug 05, 2025 in Development Spotlight


Once home to energy giant Chevron, a 25-storey tower at 500 5th Ave SW is now set for a major transformation. Strategic Group, a Calgary-based real estate company known for its adaptive reuse projects, has recently purchased the building and plans to convert it into 332 residential rental units by 2027. The project marks another milestone in Calgar...

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PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT AT GLENMORE LANDING

Posted on Oct 20, 2023 in Development Spotlight



A recent City News article has reported the City of Calgary is considering the sale of Glenmore Landing parkland to make room for additional housing. For many reasons, this isn't sitting well with a lot of residents of SW Calgary. Parkland is viewed by many as almost sacred and shouldn't be overtaken by construction and housing, regardless of the e...

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