Your new building permits are looking good, Calgary

Alright, Calgary, let's talk about what's really happening down at City Hall, 'cause sometimes it feels like those conversations are capped tighter than a dry well. For real though, the latest intel from our Civic Intelligence Monitor, pulled at 7:03 PM on April 9th, 2026, shows some interesting movement on the development front.

### New Builds on the Horizon

We're seeing a push on commercial and new construction. This week alone, there have been 21 new permits issued across Calgary. That's a decent uptick, and it suggests there's still some drilling going on in the economy beyond just the big oil patch. These aren't just paper permits either; these are projects that are getting the green light to actually break ground.

Now, looking back at the Calgary Planning Commission votes from March 12th, 2026, it's clear they've been busy. We had multiple motions carried, with folks like Nathan Hawryluk, Thom Mahler, Charles Boechler, Katherine Wagner, and Chris Hardwicke all voting 'Yes' on reports CPC2026-0209 and CPC2026-0143. These reports are all about getting those development plans approved and moving forward. It’s a good sign for folks looking for jobs in construction or just hoping to see some new life in our city's landscape.

* 21 commercial/new construction permits issued this week, according to the Civic Intelligence Monitor.

* Calgary Planning Commission approved several development reports on March 12th, 2026.

* Commissioners Hawryluk, Mahler, Boechler, Wagner, and Hardwicke all voted to move these projects ahead.

This is Calgary — we've seen the boom, we've seen the bust, and we showed up anyway. This kind of consistent development activity is what keeps the lights on and the city growing. Keep an eye on those construction sites popping up around town; they're a real indicator of where we're headed.

Cassidy Redcloud, MiTL Sports Desk, Calgary.

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