Calgary is an active, thriving place in the summertime, with excellent pathway systems, parks and outdoor spaces. But what about the other part of the year, when nights are long and temperatures are frigid? Are Calgary winters a time to flee south or hibernate indoors? Or can our snowy season be embraced rather than just endured?

We welcome you to attend a panel discussion between “Winter City” planning and design leaders from across Canada. We’ll be discussing what makes cities and citizens thrive in northern climates – is it design, programming, ingenuity or simply the grit of its inhabitants? What are the benefits that can be had from winterizing our city?

Panelists
Susan Holdsworth
WinterCity Manager, City of Edmonton

Paul Jordan
CEO, The Forks North Portage Partnership

Robin Mazumder
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholar, University of Waterloo

Kate Thompson (Moderator)
Vice President, Development, Calgary Municipal Land Corporation