City of Calgary Archives

City of Calgary Archives

Mayor Ralph Klein in the Freedom of the City parade which was granted to the #1, and #14 Service Battalions on April 24, 1982. CalA CR90-001f10-8-31A

Freedom of the City is an ancient honour granted to martial organisations, allowing them the privilege to march into the city "with drums beating, colours flying, and bayonets fixed". 1985 – 75th Anniversary Naval Service of Canada". Royal Canadian Navy.

Archives overview

The City of Calgary Archives was created in 1981 to safeguard and make available Calgary’s municipal government records and city information. Everyone is welcome to research the records held at the archives.​​​​

​​At The City of Calgary Archives, historical records and information can be found relating to the following:

  • records created by The City of Calgary and City Council activities,
  • Parks,
  • Planning,
  • Property assessments,
  • Transportation, and
  • Calgary events such as the XV Olympic Winter Games.

Archives portal

The City of Calgary Archives Portal is now open! 

The portal improves access to records held at the Archives and makes visits to view non-digitized records more efficient.

Learn more and search holdings

Olympic Brick Register

The Olympic Brick Register contains purchaser information. Staff are available to help guide people through the information. Appointments not required. View the Register in person at:
City of Calgary Archives
Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1 – 4 p.m.

To research more information on Olympic Plaza other than the Register, please make an appointment.
Archives location and contact information.

Archives information

  • Search our holdings

    Search archives holdings from anywhere using our online portal.

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  • Accessing the Archives

    ​What you need to know before visiting or using the Archives collections.

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  • Exhibits

    ​Learn about Calgary's history through our exhibits.

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  • Calgary's history

    ​A timeline of achievements and events.

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  • Outreach

    ​Archives has outreach activities.

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  • Contact

    ​​Contact Archives for assistance.

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