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In support of the development of Magna, a residential project by Jayman BUILT, road closures are required to safely complete deep servicing and infrastructure construction.

University District continues to expand its thriving Retail Main Street, marking a significant milestone with the opening of over 50 businesses.

The ceremonial shovels dug into land that will provide a new rental housing development that will add 322 units and 645 beds to Calgary’s northwest housing market. 

Please be advised that Crystal Creek Homes will begin the development of GUILD, a 40-unit residential townhomes project in University District.

The extended Perraton Avenue road closure for Block 22 construction by Gracorp Properties is slated to begin with a revised timeline and will now begin as early as October 11, 2024.

CREATE. Construction Group requires road closures to safely complete concrete pouring on Block 9, Magna by Jayman BUILT.

McCaig Street north of University Avenue will be closed on September 30 between the Argyle building and Autumn for concrete pouring.

Temporary road and parking closures are required for the Ronald McDonald House Charities™ Alberta Hustle for the House run/walk in University District on Sunday, September 29.

University District is hosting its annual outdoor U/D Block Party on Sunday, September 15, 2024 from 1 - 4 p.m.

A prolonged road closure is required on Perraton Avenue between McLaurin Street and McCaig Street to support the future development at Block 22.

Intermittent daytime road closures are required on Norford Ave and Kovitz Ave from McLaurin Street to the end of the Magna site, to safely complete concrete pouring.

University of Calgary Properties Group is proud to announce that University Innovation Quarter is now a member of The Global Institute on Innovation Districts.

University District is pleased to announce that Servus Credit Union will be joining its Retail Main Street.

Graham Construction requires a full road closure and a no parking zone to safely demobilize a crane on Block 15, the future site of Encore at University District by Gracorp.

In support of the development of Magna, a residential project by Jayman BUILT, a full road closure is required on McLaurin St from Norford Ave to Kovitz Ave to safely erect a crane.

University District will be using non-City of Calgary water sources to continue irrigation, grading, servicing, dust mitigation and sodding work.

University District will be hosting its fifth annual Tails & Treasures event this Sunday, June 16 from 1 – 5 p.m. 

University District will be hosting the first of the U/D Night Market events on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. This free outdoor event will feature more than 35 local artisan vendors in partnership with Marketspot, while offering unique entertainment for the entire family to enjoy.

Beginning on May 21, 2024, construction crews will begin piling activity along the west side of Autumn, a development by Homes by Avi, located along University Avenue between McCaig Street and Warren Street.

CREATE. Construction Group will begin shoring and excavation activities at 4180 Kovitz Avenue and 4185 Norford Avenue for Block 9 residential project Magna by Jayman BUILT this month pending permit approvals. Road closures are expected to begin on May 10.

University District is celebrating the launch of its newest residential offering, a luxury townhome project by Crystal Creek Homes. The new build, called GUILD, will feature 40 two-and three-bedroom units with luxury finishes and sophisticated layouts.

In preparation for future development of the South Lands (located south of the Alberta Children's Hospital), construction crews have mobilized to begin stripping, grading and site preparation activities for Phase 16.

The City of Calgary has approved an overnight noise bylaw exemption from the Community Standards Bylaw (32M2023, Noise) for Block 15 on April 20-21 and May 11-12 for a purpose-built residential project located at 4055 Kovitz Ave NW.

University District continues to develop its diverse lineup of retailers along its Retail Main Street on University Avenue NW with the addition of three exceptional retailers expected to open later this year.

On Monday, March 18, we held a 2024 Construction Town Hall for residents, tenants, and community members to review upcoming activities and impacts to the surrounding community. Review the Town Hall summary to stay informed.

University District continues to grow its residential offerings with the addition of a new builder, Crystal Creek Homes. Their newest project, GUILD by Crystal Creek Homes will offer 40, two and three-bedroom townhouse units across six buildings, combining elegance and comfort.

University District continues to develop its thriving Retail Main Street located along University Avenue NW with the addition of five new retailers, all expected to open later this year.

As the newest builder joining the community, Jayman BUILT will begin construction for their condominium project, Magna, starting with rock piling. Rock piling is a construction activity that provides safety and structural support.

The City of Calgary has approved an overnight noise bylaw exemption from the Community Standards Bylaw (32M2023, Noise) for Block 15 on February 22-23 for a purpose-built residential project located at 4055 Kovitz Ave NW.

Celebrate the best of winter in the city with a live sledge hockey demonstration, s'mores roasting, music by DJ GOODBAR and more at University District’s February Winter Pop-Up event.

University District is hosting a public builder launch event for its newest luxury concrete-built condominium project, Magna by Jayman BUILT. The event will mark Jayman’s debut as the newest builder joining U/D, and the grand opening of their new presentation centre.

Kanas Corporation, the construction team behind The Forge, has obtained permits to safely remove a crane. A temporary road closure and street parking impacts will be necessary for the decommissioning happening on January 30-31.

The City of Calgary has approved an overnight noise bylaw exemption from the Community Standards Bylaw (32M2023, Noise) for Block 15 on February 1-2, a purpose-built residential project located at 4055 Kovitz Ave NW.

Get outside this winter and enjoy live ice carving, s'mores roasting, music by DJ GOODBAR and more at University District’s Winter Pop-Up event.

New president and CEO of University of Calgary Properties Group, Novy Cheema will be overseeing Calgary's award-winning new development University District and upcoming University Innovation Quarter.

University District is pleased to announce Jayman BUILT as the newest builder joining the community with a residential offering launching in early 2024: Magna. The concrete-built residential buildings will include one and two-bedroom condominium units and six total penthouse suites.