Calgary Arts Commons Transformation Project

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The Arts Commons Transformation (ACT) project in Calgary is a $660 million cultural infrastructure initiative, making it the largest of its kind in Canada. It includes a $270 million expansion with a new performance building, a $270 million modernization of the existing Arts Commons, $70 million for revitalizing Olympic Plaza, and a $50 million endowment fund. This project is designed to meet the growing demand for cultural and artistic venues in Calgary, creating space for world-class productions and fostering community engagement.
The Government of Alberta has committed $103 million towards the project.

Municipality:	Calgary
Sector:	Tourism / Recreation
Type:	Arts and Culture
Schedule:	2024 - 2030
Estimated Cost:	$660.0M
Stage:	Under Construction Projects are proposed from the time they are announced to the start of construction. For substage fields, see our methodologies page.
Developer:	Calgary Municipal Land Corp. (CMLC)
Contractor:	EllisDon
Project Website:	https://artscommons.ca/who-we-are/arts-commons-transformation-act/