Shape the future of Calgary’s Transit: 52 Street East BRT + MAX Purple East Extension
We want your input on how best to improve Calgary’s transit system. The City of Calgary is planning two exciting transit projects that will benefit Ward 9 residents: 52 Street East BRT and MAX Purple East Extension.
Keep reading for more information and how you can get involved and share your feedback on both projects.
52 Street East BRT Functional Planning Study
The City of Calgary is undertaking a Functional Planning Study for the 52 Street East corridor to transform Bus Route 23 into a high-quality Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) route.
This initiative is part of Calgary Transit’s long-term strategic plan, Route Ahead, and focuses on a 30 km stretch of 52 Street East, from Saddletowne Circle in Saddle Ridge to Seton. The upgraded service will provide faster, more reliable transit, with upgraded station amenities similar to the MAX routes, connecting key destinations for work, living, and recreation.
The study will also explore the possibility of extending the MAX Teal route from the Douglas Glen terminal to the 52 Street East BRT, to improving transfer convenience.
Key Improvements:
Shorter transit travel times: Speed up your daily commute.
Increased reliability: Frequent buses with transit priority at intersections.
Enhanced comfort and convenience: New, upgraded stations and amenities.
Better walking and wheeling connections: Improved access for all mobility needs.
Better connections: Improved access to destinations between Saddletowne and Seton.
Key Details:
30 km corridor from Saddletowne Circle (Saddle Ridge) to Seton
Potential extension of MAX Teal route to 52 Street East, improving transfer convenience
The study will focus on:
BRT station locations and design
Walking and cycling access to stations
Transit priority measures
Enhancing the connection with the MAX Teal extension
How to get involved:
Your voice matters. We want to hear from you to ensure the 52 Street East BRT Functional Planning Study meets the needs of our growing communities. Here's how you can participate:
Online feedback: Share your thoughts at engage.calgary.ca/52BRT from Feb. 10 - March 7.
Pop-up events: Join us for in-person consultations at local events near the 52 Street Corridor.
Stay connected: Sign up for our newsletter for project updates.
For more information, visit engage.calgary.ca/52BRT or email engage@calgary.ca.
MAX Purple East Extension Functional Planning Study
We’re excited to see an expansion of the MAX Purple bus rapid transit (BRT) further east, improving transit for communities along 17 Avenue SE and connecting to Belvedere. This extension will create a faster, easier, and more reliable way for Calgarians to travel in East Calgary.
Key Improvements:
Faster, more reliable service with dedicated bus lanes and signal priority.
Better connections between communities like Inglewood, International Avenue and East Hills.
Plans for future growth, with potential service extensions reaching Chestermere and other key destinations.
Project Goals:
Extend MAX Purple from 54 Street S.E. to 116 Street S.E. to improve service, travel time, and user experience.
Assess infrastructure needs, land requirements, and station locations.
Implement transit priority measures for faster, more reliable travel.
Enhance pedestrian and cyclist access to transit.
How to get involved:
Your input is crucial to creating a transit solution that meets the needs of communities. Your feedback will directly shape the future of the MAX Purple East Extension. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to be part of Calgary’s evolving transit network.
Here is how you can participate:
Online feedback: Share your thoughts at engage.calgary.ca/MaxPurple from Feb 10 - March 3.
Pop-up events: Join us for in-person consultations at local events near the 17 Avenue corridor.
Stay Connected: Sign up for our newsletter for project updates.
For more information, visit engage.calgary.ca/MaxPurple or email engage@calgary.ca.