Snow is forecast for Wednesday in Calgary, with temperatures dipping below freezing. A quick check-in with an older neighbour, or ten minutes clearing a walkway, can make a real difference.

As winter approaches, ask your local community association about volunteer snow-clearing opportunities and how to request help. A little kindness travels a long way on a cold morning.

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Hello, NW Calgary neighbours. Here's a look at the week ahead, from our changing October skies to practical ways to make life at home easier.

Environment and Climate Change Canada forecast checked October 26, 2026. Conditions can change; later dates will appear as the forecast window advances.

The City reports a new phase of water-main installation along 144 Avenue NW. From October 26 to November 16, crews are scheduled to work westward from Shaganappi Trail NW toward the Nolan Hill intersection, with rotating lane closures.

Two-way traffic is expected to be maintained, but drivers should watch for changing signs and work zones. The project will improve water capacity and backup supply for north and northwest Calgary.

City project updates and construction map

After years of community effort, a replacement playground at the Arbour Lake Residents Association building was scheduled for construction this fall, with an October opening target.

That opening date was a goal, not confirmation that the playground is now open. Families should check with the association before planning a visit.

Read the City update

The North Calgary Water Servicing Project also includes upgrades to the Mountain View Pump Station near Arbour Lake Road NW and 85 Street NW.

The City says the work is intended to improve system capacity and reliability. Residents can follow progress and any construction impacts on the official project page.

City project information

Something to make, a little skating, and opportunities to connect with neighbours. Each event below has its own listing, so you can find the details without hunting through a long paragraph.

Tuesday, October 27, 4:30–7:30 p.m.
BCA Community Room, 7904 43 Avenue NW.

Make a Halloween beaded spider in a guided workshop for ages 14+. Children aged 10–13 may attend with supervision.

Please confirm registration availability with the organizer.

Official workshop details

Bowness Stitchers
Tuesday, October 27, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
The Landing, Bowness Community Association, 7904 43 Avenue NW
Free drop-in; no registration required. Bring knitting, crochet or needlework.
Event details

Wednesday, November 4, 7–9 p.m.
Bowness Community Association Main Hall, 7904 43 Avenue NW.

Hear the association's year-in-review and future plans. The meeting is open to everyone; voting is restricted to eligible Bowness members. RSVP required.

Details and registration

Bowness: Remembering Our Warriors
Monday, November 9, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
The Landing, Bowness Community Association, 7904 43 Avenue NW
Free; registration through the organizer.

Elder Cheryle Chagnon-Greyeyes shares the story of Sergeant Tommy Prince and her perspective as an Indigenous veteran.
Event details

Thursday, October 29, noon–1:30 p.m.
BCA Arena, 7904 43 Avenue NW.

Free Thursday public skating for all ages. Bring your own skates; helmets are required for skaters under 18.

Skating details

Friday, October 30, 1:30–3 p.m.
BCA Community Room, 7904 43 Avenue NW.

Kitchen Kompanions' third session, “Food for thought,” brings neighbours together around food and conversation. Check the organizer for participation details.

Community calendar

Two practical guides for families thinking ahead about comfort, independence and safety at home.

There's a moment most families remember: the first time a familiar home stopped feeling safe for a parent living with dementia.

What most don't know is how much can be done about it — often inexpensively. Throw rugs out, shadows addressed, a bathroom made locatable, a door sensor chime that preserves dignity while protecting against wandering.

We've assembled a room-by-room guide for NW Calgary families: which changes prevent falls, which reduce evening confusion, and which well-meaning "improvementss" actually make things harder.

Read This Before You Renovate

Most people wait until a fall or a frightening close call before thinking about aging-in-place renovations.

By then, the work gets rushed, the contractors get scarce, and the bill gets bigger.

The families who do this well start years earlier — with a bathroom assessment, a lighting plan, and a frank conversation about stairs.

We've laid out the full guide for NW Calgary homeowners: which changes matter most, what they honestly cost, and how to know when a professional assessment is worth the hour.

Know a local event, neighbour-led service or small business that could help other NW Calgary residents?

Share the details with NW Calgary Hub. We'll verify suggestions before including them in the directory.

Have an upcoming event or a local question you'd like us to explore? Send the details to NW Calgary Hub so we can verify them for a future issue.

Thanks for reading and helping neighbours stay connected. We'll be back with another look at life across NW Calgary.