The Innovation Lab

How does your organization work to combat systemic racism? Do you have an idea for an initiative that could strengthen work towards policy and systems change to undo systemic racism?

How might we integrate smart city technologies and data to become Canada's most resilient, inclusive and accessible community?

Find out more at calgary.ca/smartcity.

How might we improve the voter experience so that the next Municipal election has the highest voter turnout in Calgary's history?

In the 2013 municipal election, 2 out of 3 eligible voters did not cast a ballot. The City has piloted new ways of improving that experience like the Advance Vote Bus, but we are looking for other creative ways to engage more people in the future.

Challenge Champion: Sue Gray (Director, City Clerks)

How might we make Calgary the most accessible city in the world?

In 2015, Council adopted a notice of motion stating that The City has an obligation to build and promote a city that is accessible to persons of all ages, abilities and incomes. We challenge you to think broadly and creatively to come up with ideas beyond just improving mobility.

Challenge Champions: Katie Black (Director, Calgary Neighborhoods), Councillor Druh Farrell & The City of Calgary's Advisory Committee on Accessibility.