This is the official website for Gian-Carlo Carra, City Councillor for Ward 9 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
From our families to yours, with love and fellowship, we wish you peace, respite, rejuvenation, and all the best in 2025.
In lieu of mailing traditional holiday cards, we’ve opted to donate to several notable local charities. This season, our focus is on supporting four organizations doing deeply meaningful and important work to care for our 2SLGBTQIA+ neighbours.
Happy Holidays!
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In late November, the Green Line team hosted three information sessions along the southeast portion of the alignment. We shared the current 60% design for stations between Ramsay/Inglewood and Shepard, as well as plans for bridges and guideways.
At this level of design, key elements have been established and can show Calgarians how these features will integrate within their communities.
Read MoreThe MOCA Community Association is looking for volunteers to help at their upcoming fundraising Casino. Support your community, and meet some great people. December 14 + 15 - no experience needed.
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As GreenLine design work resumes between 4 Street SE and Shepard, the project team will be hosting several community information sessions in late November to share the most recent designs plans for the southeast stations. This is an opportunity for Calgarians to ask questions, learn more, and get an updated look at the project’s progress.
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The IC19, IC18, IC17 and IC16 outfalls located on the east bank of the Western Headworks Canal will undergo repairs in November. Repair work will begin with outfalls IC19 and IC18 the first week of November, followed by IC17 and IC16 in late November. Work at these outfalls will include reconnecting pipes that have separated over time, installing new riprap to reduce the water’s force before entering the canal, and restoring any areas on the slope that are disturbed during construction.
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Ogden Road from 76 Avenue to 80 Avenue SE will be closed for final asphalt paving and line painting starting Friday, October 18 at 8:00pm until the evening of Sunday, October 20, 2024. (New closure dates as of October 9th.)
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As part of the City of Calgary’s annual paving program, pavement rehabilitation work and road maintenance is schedule for Glenmore Trail SE between Barlow Trail SE to 52 Street SE.
City contractor, North Star Contracting, is scheduled to begin milling and paving activities the week of September 16th, with anticipated completion by mid-October. Please note road construction is weather-dependent, and the schedule is subject to change.
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Parks Foundation will be hosting the official opening of George Moss Park on September 7, 2024, from 11:00am to 1:00pm
This new park, located in the heart of Ogden, offers a variety of exciting features, including artistic sport courts, an expanded playground and tot lot, and a community plaza with seating and picnic areas.
Join us for a grand opening celebration, starting with a formal program from 11:15 to 11:45am., followed by outdoor lawn games and basketball activities with the Mount Royal Cougars and beloved Calgary mascots.
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Starting August 15, there will be road upgrades to 78 Avenue SE west of Ogden Road. 78 Avenue SE east of Ogden Road to 27 Street is open to local traffic. The closure is expected to last approximately six weeks.
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Green Line activities related to the 78 Avenue Project requires lane restrictions on Ogden Dale Road SE, and the closure of EVRAZ’s existing entrance for road upgrades.
This is a phased project that requires staggered lane closures near EVRAZ’s entrance at Ogden Dale Road SE
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On July 29, road upgrades for 78 Avenue SE will continue from 27 Street to the rail embankment, as well as the closure of the middle lanes of Ogden Road. 78 Avenue SE from Ogden Road to 27 Street will be open to local traffic.
This is a phased project that requires partial closures of 78 Avenue SE to traffic and pedestrians, as well as the middle lanes of Ogden Road SE, to ensure efficient, safe, and timely construction.
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Work has begun to replace the playground at Ogden Rise. The City is replacing the existing playground with an updated inclusive playground. Inclusive playgrounds are meant to be engaging, fun spaces where everyone can play regardless of their abilities. These playgrounds challenge the most active children while also providing enclosed areas for quiet and creative play. The project is expected to be completed this fall.
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This year’s HMCS Barn Burner was a wild success!
Councillors Kourtney Penner and Gian-Carlo Carra along with the Friends of HMCS Calgary Committee welcomed nearly 600 friends, family, community organizations. and service members to this year’s event! All to help raise funds for the Foothills Burn Treatment Centre and The Veterans Food Bank of Calgary on behalf of HMCS Calgary, our city’s namesake Navy ship.
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After some wonderful updates last season, George Moss Park is slated to see further enhancements in the not-so-distant future. Ideas being proposed include a Pump Track and Skatepark, with a shaded gathering space as the key features.
Millican-Ogden community members are invited to provide input on the Calgary Parks Foundation development proposal using the form below. Responses are anonymous.
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The City of Calgary is prepping to begin work on planned road maintenance along 18 St SE from 21 St SE to 66 Ave SE.
North Star Contracting is scheduled to begin milling and paving activities on 18 St SE on May 30, 2024, with completion in late June. (Pending favorable weather conditions.)
During construction, crews will be working during nighttime hours, from 9pm. to 5am, Monday to Sunday, to ensure timely completion.
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Councillors Kourtney Penner and Gian-Carlo Carra along with the Friends of HMCS Calgary Committee are delighted to invite you to this year’s HMCS Calgary Barn Burner!
Dust off your best western attire and kick off Stampede with the Commanding Officer and members of the HMCS Calgary crew, our city’s namesake Navy ship.
There will be good food, good drink, good music, and most of all good people! This event is family-friendly (kids under 12 are free!) with proceeds going to support two soon-to-be-announced local charities.
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Ogden Road from 76 Avenue to 80 Avenue SE will be closed for catch basin upgrades starting Saturday, May 25 at 6:00 am until the evening of Sunday, May 26.
This project requires the closure of Ogden Road SE from 76 Avenue to 80 Avenue SE to traffic and pedestrians to ensure efficient, safe, and timely construction.
Ogden Road SE will be closed to all but local traffic between 76 Ave and 78 Ave SE.
Transit stops will be temporarily relocated on Ogden Road SE north of 76 Ave SE and there may be some parking restrictions in effect.
Do you have a world-famous chili recipe? Or are you just someone that loves to eat chili?
Either way, check out Millican-Ogden’s First Annual Chili Cookoff! Happening Friday, July 12, 2024 from 11-3 at the Ogden 50+ Activity Centre.
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Our office is seeking proposals from Indigenous artists with a connection to Treaty 7 land interested in partnering to design and create an illustrated map about water. This map will highlight water resources, infrastructure, and landmarks, while sharing stories and raising awareness about water conservation, management, history, and the importance of water in Ward 9 and through Calgary.
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After a 15-day Public Hearing, City Council has voted to approve citywide rezoning to allow for the construction of a variety low-density homes across Calgary.
In response to feedback from Calgarians, amendments have been introduced to address concerns regarding community engagement during the development permit phase, modified parking requirements, and adjustments to secondary suite allowances for row houses.
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