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.
Thank you for 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 asked you 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 closed September 27, 2024. We are currently reviewing what we heard to help update the City Plan. Stay tuned for project updates.
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?
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28 September, 2024
Zulqarnain Ahmed says:
Build Airdrie Hospital for our community. Airdrie is the 3rd fastest growing city within Alberta province!
28 September, 2024
G Danard says:
Your power centre at the base of Canada’s Rocky Mountains!
28 September, 2024
ShannyM says:
A vibrant community with indoor / outdoor pickleball facilities and excellent healthcare facilities.
28 September, 2024
Sneill-0717 says:
A strong community with a vibrant culture that brings everyone together.
28 September, 2024
Whatweneed says:
East side skate park, library even. An outdoor swimming pool would be great or a permanent drive in theater would create lots of revenue.
28 September, 2024
Jm says:
We need a hospital and a public transit as well c-train connecting airdrie to calgary.
27 September, 2024
ShawnTrainor says:
25 years of APEX: How the Alberta Passenger Express train connected communities throughout the province.
27 September, 2024
Eternal Optimist says:
Airdronians celebrate 70 years as a safe, full service city. Citizens individualities are respected & their commonalities celebrated
27 September, 2024
sagecitizen says:
Airdrie residents rank high satisfaction on the CHHI. (Canadian Health and Happiness Index) because their various needs are being met.
27 September, 2024
AirdrieIsHome says:
Airdrie breaks 180k and still feels like a close knit community!
Come travel the endless pathways and visit an event any weekend downtown!
27 September, 2024
Raissta says:
Small town feel, big city amenities
27 September, 2024
doladeji says:
Welcome to the City of Airdrie - A city upon the hills: safe, clean, serene, and peaceful home for families, business opportunities and fun.
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.
