144 Avenue N.W. Improvements - Sage Hill Drive to 24 Street N.W.
Project update - October 2024
After more than two years of construction, the 144 Avenue N.W. Improvements are now substantially completed. The road officially opened to traffic on September 30, 2024.
A big thank you to affected Calgarians for your continued patience as we complete the finishing touches on the project.
Project overview
The City of Calgary is undertaking significant roadway improvements in the 144 Avenue N.W. area. Construction began in spring 2022 for an extension of 144 Avenue N.W. from 24 Street N.W. (Panorama Road), through Symons Valley Road to Sage Hill Drive N.W.
The project includes:
- 1.2km of new arterial roadway;
- a bridge crossing over West Nose Creek;
- an expansion to the multi-use pathway system further linking to the 5A cycle network; and
- improvements to the transportation network and connectivity in the area for all modes of travel
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Project background
From 2018 - 2020, The City completed a Functional Planning Study for 144 Ave. N.W. to look at the general design and location of the road between Symons Valley Road N.W. and Panorama Road N.W., including the West Nose Creek crossing and the eventual realignment of Symons Valley Road onto Mountain View Road.
Near the northwestern edge of Calgary, 144 Ave. N.W. is an arterial street located between the rapidly developing communities of Evanston, Nolan Hill, and Sage Hill, and major skeletal roads including Sarcee Trail, Shaganappi Trail and Symons Valley Road. Planned to be the only continuous east-west connection north of Stoney Trail, 144 Ave. N.W. will provide an important link for all modes of transportation into the future.
Current and future development of communities and land adjacent to 144 Ave. N.W., such as within the Glacier Ridge Area Structure Plan (ASP), has prioritized the need for The City to improve the transportation network in the area. There is also a strong future need to facilitate east-west transit connectivity between adjacent communities and the future Green Line LRT running along Centre Street.
Visit the engagement page for information on the public engagement throughout the Functional Planning Study.
Site ceremony
On April 1, 2022 project team members from The City of Calgary, ISL Engineering and Graham Construction participated in a ceremony with representatives from the Siksika and Kainai Nations at the 144 Avenue N.W. site.
Members of the Siksika and Kainai Nations led traditional blessings, acknowledging the spiritual significance of the land and praying for a safe and successful project. Following the ceremony, the project's archaeologist led a site orientation for construction crews. This included an overview of the types of historical items to watch for and the process to follow should anything be found.
We thank the Siksika and Kainai Nations for their participation and support and are excited to welcome both Nations back to the project site to celebrate its completion.
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Project timeline
- Construction: Spring 2022 to Fall 2024
- Project Substantial Completion: Fall 2024
Please note: Construction Activities are dependent on several factors. Timelines could change due to inclement weather, underground conditions and/or other unexpected circumstances. Schedule updates will be provided.
Project area
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Connect with the project team
For more information, please contact the project team at 144AveNW@calgary.ca