Project description
As we grow, how can we keep Airdrie sustainable, vibrant and full of opportunities?
The City Plan from 2014 helped Airdrie reach many of its goals but it's time for an update. We're setting new goals and planning for future growth while considering our role in the region. The City Plan will map out how Airdrie grows and what services and infrastructure will support our expanding community.
Provide your feedback
We want your voice to shape Airdrie's future!
The updated City Plan will focus on the four key areas above and we’re seeking feedback on how we progress in these categories. To begin that process we want to hear about what you love about Airdrie now, what you imagine would be awesome in the future for Airdrie, and what things we should focus on addressing.
The feedback activities are on the different tabs below, if you don't see all three at once, tap or click on the tab heading and scroll sideways to see the other activities.
Complete one, two or all three of the activities below by September 27, 2024 to help us build the City Plan.
Future Stories
What is your future headline or social media post?
Imagine Airdrie in 30 years, with 180,000 people. Write a headline or social media post about what will make Airdrie so great. What will we have achieved? (max 140 characters).
- Recent
- Popular
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18 September, 2024
Mahone says:
Airdrie wins prestigious award for creating vibrant Down Town community, filled with shopping, dining and residential appeal envy of Calgary
18 September, 2024
Kelvin Mitchell says:
Small town lifestyle with big city luxuries. New transit, schools, hospitals and recreational amenities. Airdrie, where people want to live.
18 September, 2024
Monica says:
Airdrie and Calgary have officially merged, meaning Airdrie, finally and technically has a HOSPITAL!
18 September, 2024
MelEdgar says:
A thriving, young community with amenities that accommodate all ages, such as recreation centres, activities for indoor and outdoor enthusia
18 September, 2024
Amit says:
Nice new communities with new elementary and intermediate schools along with beautiful parks and nice infrastructure & very low crime rate.
18 September, 2024
Brandon B says:
Airdrie needs a population cap! We can't even accommodate the current population let alone adding almost double! We can't handle anymore.
18 September, 2024
MKH says:
Even during times of growth, Airdrie keeps its small-town character by attracting families and creating close-knit communities.
18 September, 2024
Catherinehatch says:
We need our own Hospital in Airdrie
18 September, 2024
Billy69 says:
Woke councils from the past lead to an Airdrie with poor facilities, very high taxes and a hole they will never climb out of.
18 September, 2024
Rihana says:
Need local hospital, not new library.
change the city hall staff/MPs, see the new future
18 September, 2024
Jerry says:
30 years of unfettered growth and immigration to blame for Airdrie’s crumbling standard of living.
18 September, 2024
Jerry says:
Crime spikes again as infrastructure crumbles.
Keepsakes
Our Focus
What needs our attention as we grow from 85,000 to 180,000 people?
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About the project
Airdrie is on pace to be the third largest city in Alberta. The City Plan is a long-term planning document that will identify how development can support sustainable growth into our future.
Our last City Plan was approved in 2014. A lot has changed in Airdrie since then!
It's time to update the long-term vision for our city, and ensure we are aligning with regional planning initiatives such as the growth and servicing plans recently adopted by the Calgary Metropolitan Region Board (CMRB).
Over the next year and a half the project team will be reviewing existing plans, current research, talking with subject experts and seeking input from residents and businesses as they develop a new City Plan.
By creating a comprehensive plan that balances social, environmental, cultural and economic perspectives, we aim to accommodate our growing population while preserving the unique character of our city.
What's in the City Plan?
Attract and retain entrepreneurs and businesses to support Airdrie’s growing population and a revitalized downtown.
Create and re-invest in communities to ensure they are vibrant, diverse and inviting and contribute to people’s health, safety and well-being.
Strengthen relationships and social supports to ensure Airdrie remains a caring and safe city.
Grow opportunities for participation in arts, culture and recreation that recognize and retain Airdrie’s small city feel.
Establish a supply of land and associated advocacy framework to meet the educational needs of kids and adults.
Protect and enhance the natural areas within Airdrie, especially around Nose Creek.
Create a complete network for moving around Airdrie, whether walking, riding on pathways, public transit or driving their car.
Ensure a long-term supply of high-quality water and protect our natural ecosystems that depend on clean water.
Increase efforts to reduce the amount of landfill waste generated through reduction, diversion and recycling efforts.
Meet Airdrie’s energy needs efficiently while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
