Step Into The Open
Welcome to The Open – East Village’s newest, boldest blend of fun and functionality. With vibrant colours, striking design (and yes, it’s already an award-winner and a whole lot of energy, it’s not just a public washroom; it’s your new favourite pickleball spot.
Pushing the boundaries of what public spaces can be, The Open is designed to welcome Calgarians of all ages and abilities. Its name nods to pickleball’s iconic tournament format while symbolizing its true purpose: accessibility and inclusivity for everyone.
The Open wouldn’t be what it is without a rockstar team keeping it safe, clean and ready for action. Let’s introduce you to the folks making it happen.
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East Village Holiday Shopping Guide
The holiday season is here, and there’s no better place to find unique gifts and festive vibes than East Village. With over 100 retailers, restaurants, cultural gems, and businesses, our community has everything you need to make your holiday shopping a joy. From one-of-a-kind finds to delicious treats, the East Village Holiday Shopping Guide is your ultimate companion for discovering the hidden treasures these local shops have in store. So, grab your list, check it twice, and get ready to explore East Village while supporting incredible local businesses this season!
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Journey Through the Stars
Ever dreamed of walking among the stars? Well, dream no more because East Village has become a place of wonder with Journey Through the Stars. Take a stroll through East Village and discover four stunning star-inspired light installations, each paired with a unique short story or poem written by a talented, local author.
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Get Ready for Fall with Who Cares? Wear
Summer is almost over, and we’re craving a whole new vibe for fall fits. East Village’s very own boutique, Who Cares? Wear, is here to help us gear up for the season ahead. Step into their store with us.
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Reel Talk: Get Hooked on Fly Fishing in East Village
Looking for your next outdoor adventure? Look no further than the fly fishing frenzy hitting the Bow River shores of St. Patrick's Island! Indigenous-owned Drift Out West Fly Fishing is hosting a series of introductory fly fishing sessions this spring and summer, led by Quinn—a seasoned guide with a deep-rooted passion for the sport.
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Innovation in Design: Public Washroom + Pickleball Court
In late 2022, Calgary Municipal Land Corporation (CMLC), the master developer of East Village, launched a design competition for public washrooms in East Village . We caught up with Public City Architecture, the winners of the competition, to learn more about the inspiration behind their unique take on the modern public washroom.
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Exceptional Women of East Village
In honour of International Women’s Day, we’re profiling four exceptional women whose energy, passions and career undertakings are helping to shape the character and steer the evolution of East Village.
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Cosmic Nexus: An Interactive Light Installation
Cosmic Nexus, by local artist Ken Hacke, stands over 20 feet tall, spans 10 feet in diameter and has landed at Celebration Square in East Village just in time for Chinook Blast.
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Top 5 Holiday Drinks to try in East Village
‘Tis the season for gathering with friends to raise a glass to the year behind and the year ahead. Whether you are grabbing a drink to stroll along RiverWalk, or are having a night out, we’ve rounded up the best drinks – with spirits and without - for you to try this holiday season.
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BioBlitz: A Conversation with Dr. Steven Handel
Welcome to this special blog post where speak with Dr. Steven Handel, lead biologist, behind the fascinating findings of the recent BioBlitz conducted at St. Patrick’s Island.
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Pedal Paradise: What makes East Village one of Calgary's most bikeable neighbourhoods?
What makes East Village one of Calgary’s most bikeable neighbourhoods? Guest writer, and East Village resident, Brett Bergie, shares what features and amenities drew her to East Village. Brett is passionate about safe streets, active mobility, and people-centric spaces and moves through the city on zero- and low-emissions transport.
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BioBlitz
Join us for a 24-hour ecological treasure hunt June 9 and 10 on St. Patrick’s Island. All are welcome to come down and participate in this family friendly event. A BioBlitz is a major biological event that invites members of the public to help search for all plant and wildlife species in a specific and concentrated area.
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International Women's Day Feature: Women-Owned Businesses in East Village
In celebration of International Women’s Day, we are shining the well-deserved spotlight on some of the talented women that are leading the charge behind some of your favourite East Village businesses. From culinary to fitness to early childhood development, this diverse group of ambitious and hard-working women are sharing their thoughts and experiences on what obstacles they have faced, progress towards equity in their industries and advice to help inspire the next generation of women entrepreneurs and business owners.
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Your Guide to Chinook Blast in East Village
It’s that time of year again…Calgary’s beloved winter festival, Chinook Blast, returns for its third year and we are more than ready for the eye-popping, show-stopping winter fun that awaits us.
Over the next three weeks, experience electrifying art installations, live music, theatrical performances, sporting activities and more throughout East Village and downtown. Explore, discover, and celebrate winter from January 27 - February 12 with this curated list of experiences you don’t want to miss.
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Touch Traces by Cassie Suche
We got the inside scoop from local artist, Cassie Suche, as she shared the inspiration, process and meaning behind her work in East Village, Touch Traces.. People who live, work, and play in East Village had the opportunity to make an imprint (literally) by contributing their one-of-a-kind prints that were layered and distorted to create these contemporary and abstract images that speak to our individuality within a community and our tactile connection to others and our surroundings.
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East Village: Innovation happens here
EV’s ever-growing collection of startups and tech companies talk global business while staying local in our community! They're active community members who animate EV’s shops, cafes and restaurants—and many live here in EV, too.
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Your Checklist for Post-River Floats
East Village and St. Patrick's Island are bursting with places for you to discover. We made a checklist for your post-river float to keep the adventure going!
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Summer in the Village
We’ve curated an action-packed lineup of some unique city experiences for you to check out - there’s a little something for everyone, from art lovers and foodies to dog parents and history buffs.
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East Village: Innovation lives here
Already home to start-ups, tech companies, entrepreneurs, local and international retailers, and numerous food and drink purveyors, EV is a place where ideas come to life! Innovation has been a driving force of EV’s evolution ever since redevelopment began here in 2007.
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How Food Fuels Community at carya’s Village Commons
They say the kitchen is the heart of the home, which is why carya’s Village Commons in East Village Place is designed around its state of the art commercial and teaching kitchen.
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