Local Area Investment Fund

Local Area Investment Fund

What is the Local Area Investment Fund?

As part of the current budget cycle (2023-2026), Council has approved a $20 million fund. This fund will support the implementation of public infrastructure and amenity improvements in approved local area plans.

What does the Fund do?

The Fund directly supports communities as they grow and change through investment in community improvements. It supports projects that seek to enhance mobility, liveability and access to and use of community amenities. 

How are projects considered?

Projects considered for funding are developed as part of the local area planning process and are found in Chapter 3 and Appendix A. These projects are informed by community input and are guided by each plan’s core values.

How are projects selected for funding?

Each potential project is assessed to determine if it qualifies for funding. This assessment considers community capacity, investing in parks and open spaces, and promoting equity. In addition, it considers community benefits and mobility options. As local area plans are approved and funding becomes available, new projects will be identified and prioritized for funding from the Local Area Investment Fund.

What projects have been selected for funding?

Projects selected for funding from the Local Area Investment Fund include:

  • 89 Avenue SW Connection

    Heritage Communities Local Area Plan

    Design a traffic-calmed walking route between Max Teal and Red Line, connecting to the SW Neighbourhood Bikeway.

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  • Acadia Drive / 90 Avenue SE

    Heritage Communities Local Area Plan

    Design and phased construction of a slower, safer, multi-modal corridor.

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  • Spruce Drive Pathway Improvements

    Westbrook Communities Local Area Plan

    Design and build improvements for Spruce Drive that will slow vehicles, improve safety and promote use of alternative modes to get to schools, parks, homes and nearby stores.

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  • 68 Street SE Pathway Connection

    East Calgary Internation Avenue Communities Local Area Plan

    Design of a pathway connection along 68 Street SE to improve connectivity to Elliston Park.

  • Community in Residence Program

    East Calgary International Avenue Communities Local Area Plan

    A Community in Residency program to uncover, collect, share and celebrate the diverse, local stories from residents of the East Calgary International Avenue communities.

  • 5 and 6 Avenue NW Improvements

    Riley Communities Local Area Plan

    Developing a concept for a slower, safer multi-modal corridor along 5 and 6 Avenue NW.

  • Chinatown Streetscape

    Chinatown Area Redevelopment Plan

    Design of streetscape improvements between 2 and 4 Avenue S to enhance Centre Street as a welcoming, accessible and cultural place and connector.

  • Killarney Summer Park

    Westbrook Communities Local Area Plan

    A temporary pop-up park to create community connections and encourage public feedback. This feedback will be used to inform the development of a master plan.

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