Family friendly

​Educational and communication programs raise awareness around how parks are catalysts for building sustainable, healthy, inclusive and economically viable neighbourhoods. Encourage activation and participation in Calgary parks to benefit local neighbourhoods. Ongoing community cost? No

​Calgary Recreation offers unique programs that meet demographic needs and community interests. Previous programs include drumming, Tai Chi in the Park, and yoga for seniors. Ongoing community cost? Yes

​Call 311 to book presentations, speakers, and fire apparatus displays for community events. Fire station tours and smoke alarm checks or installs for seniors are possible and can be completed (subject to availability, firefighters may be called away for emergencies). Stop by a fire station in your community and meet the crew. Ongoing community cost? No

​Calgary Parks delivers accessible park programs and initiatives that contribute to a sense of community (day camps, mobile adventure playgrounds, nature discovery drop-in programs). Ongoing community cost? No

​Calgary Parks fosters active living through parks activities (mobile adventure playground, special events). Ongoing community cost? No

​Engages children grades 1-6 in fair play, friendship building, and fundamental movement skills. Implementation of High Five principles promotes healthy play in participants. Leaders provide developmentally appropriate games and challenge them to work in co-operation with their peers. The games are challenging and constructive, building friendships between children with diverse backgrounds and teaching leadership and self-esteem skills. Ongoing community cost? No

​Engages youth, grade 7-12, in a drop-in program centered on friendship building, exploring individual creativity, fundamental movement skills, and increasing self-confidence and esteem. Leaders promote teamwork by encouraging co-operation during team / partner games, building friendships and a sense of belonging. Ongoing community cost? No