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Leaders Awards Gala
Thursday, October 24th
Location: BMO Event Centre
Address: 1912 Flores LaDue Parade SE, Calgary, AB T2G 2W1
For more info contact Brittany Fouquette at brittany@businessincalgary.com or 587-774-7624
Many events may be listed free of charge. Charges may apply on occasion to certain listings and will guarantee placement. A Business in Calgary representative will contact you with further details if this is the case.
All events for the next weekly email must be submitted by Wednesday, June 25 at 8:30 AM
The Market on Stephen Avenue
Tuesday, June 24
Location: Stephen Avenue
Address: 1st SE-Centre-1st SW
Time: 11:00 AM
The Market on Stephen Avenue is Back! It began on Stephen Avenue the Summer of 2016 until end of Summer 2019, then Fall 2020, Summer 2021 and now back for it’s 7th season! We will be having a variety of local producers and artisans at this Downtown Market.
Cost: Free
Vending questions: Contact events@dmeinc.ca for details
Future of Real Estate: Navigating a tariff-driven landscape
Tuesday, June 24
Location: Fairmont Palliser
Address: 133 9th Avenue S.W.
Time: 7:00 AM
The Westman Centre for Real Estate Studies invites you to the next event in our Future of Real Estate breakfast series. Tariffs and trade tensions are once again top of mind, driving up costs, slowing timelines and shifting risk across the industry. This session focuses on how developers, builders and investors are adapting to these pressures and planning ahead. Moderated by Alexander Whalley, professor of economics and real estate research fellow at the University of Calgary, you’ll hear from professionals who are responding in real time to rising material prices, contract uncertainty and changing supply chain realities.
We’ll look at how trade policy is influencing real estate decisions, from financing and design to construction and delivery. Join us on June 24 at 7 a.m. at the Fairmont Palliser for: Timely insights from both industry leaders and academic experts Practical examples of how the market is adjusting Strategies for moving forward in a volatile and uncertain global environment.
Cost: Free
For more info contact Omar Abdelwahhab at omar.abdelwahhab@ucalgary.ca 403-608-5984
Alberta Enterprise Group Presents: "What's Next for Alberta?" with Dimitri Pantazopoulos
Wednesday, June 25
Location: Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Address: Calgary Tower, 294, 115 9 Ave SE 2nd Floor
Time: 11:30
Join us for an engaging and timely discussion on the future of Alberta politics, presented by renowned political strategist Dimitri Pantazopoulos. With shifting dynamics across the province and growing national attention, this event offers valuable insight into what’s coming next for Alberta’s political landscape. Whether you’re a policy enthusiast, business leader, or simply curious about what lies ahead, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
Cost: $50-$65
Ticket Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/whats-next-for-alberta-with-dimitri-pantazopoulos-tickets-1392919262009
Rotary Club of Calgary Downtown Addiction & Mental Health Luncheon
Thursday, June 26
Location: Fairmont Palliser Hotel
Address: 133 9 Ave SW
Time: 12:00
Rotary is welcoming the World to Calgary at the Rotary International Convention in June 2025. The Rotary Club of Calgary Downtown is holding an Addiction & Mental Health luncheon June 26 2025. Marshall Smith, the former Chief of Staff for our Premier Danielle Smith and the Hon. Dan Williams former Minister of Addictions & Mental Health will speak at our event. All are welcome.
Come join in this great opportunity to network with international Rotarians, local non-profits working in Addictions & Mental Health, along with members of the Rotary Civic Partnership. Lets work together to address the challenges we face from addiction & mental health issues impacting so many in our community.
Cost: $55
For more info contact Laurene Wilson knowledgecapital4@shaw.ca
Power Properties and Make-A-Wish Pancake Breakfast
Wednesday, July 9
Location: Power Properties
Address: 2308 24 Street SW
Time: 8:30
Power Properties is flipping pancakes for a cause! Join us for a Stampede Breakfast in support of Make-A-Wish® Southern Alberta. Enjoy delicious pancakes served with a side of community spirit by the Power Properties and Make-A-Wish teams. Breakfast is free, but we kindly ask guests to bring a cash donation—every dollar helps grant life-changing wishes to children with critical illnesses.
Cost: Free
Contact Liz Rudiger at marketing@powerproperties.net or 403-509-0040 for more info
Drive of Champions
Saturday, August 9
Location: Spruce Meadows
Address: 5111-47 ST NE
Time: 1:30 PM
Drive of Champions is a community engagement and fundraising event hosted by the Calgary Police Youth Foundation. It is a three part event featuring a Drive, Show & Shine and reception.
For members of the public who wish to come out and enjoy the Show & Shine there is no cost to attend this family friendly event which will begin at 1:30 p.m.
Cost: Show & Shine Free to members of public who wish to come out and see cars.
Opportunities to participate can be found here Registration: https://DriveofChampions2025.eventbrite.ca and Website: https://yycyouthfoundation.ca/drive-of-champions/
