An Update from Look Forward

Every four years, we say it and it’s true again: this election really matters. The upcoming Calgary Municipal Election on October 20 is a pivotal moment for shaping the future of our city, including the election of a new council and potentially a new mayor.

At Look Forward Calgary, we remain committed to the vision of a city that is inclusive, resilient, and thriving.

In the last election, we built a model platform and endorsed several candidates aligned with that vision. This year, however, most of those candidates are not seeking re-election. And with several changes to the municipal election process — including the introduction of municipal political parties, the return of corporate and union donations, and the new requirement for voters to pre-register — we’ve decided not to endorse any candidates or register as a third-party advertiser.

Instead, we’ll focus on supporting voters with non-partisan resources to help you make informed decisions. 

Our website will be updated with information to guide you through the election.

Your voice matters — make it count.

• Check your voter registration
• Mark your calendar for October 20
• Visit our website for helpful resources

Let’s shape a Calgary we’re proud to call home.

We face big challenges.

We have seen upheaval in just the last year: a global pandemic, shocking weather events, dramatic shifts in our economy, drastic cuts to public services - and the most vulnerable populations are taking the biggest hit.

Our ongoing growth in transportation, development, and diversification are at risk if we don’t pull together in the interest of Calgary and all Calgarians.

We need a vision.

• We need to elect leaders who will collaborate, and seek solutions that are based on outcomes and rooted in evidence
• We need a Calgary that’s resilient to the challenges already with us, and the capacity to handle the things we can -
  and can’t - see coming.
  
• We need a Calgary that’s inclusive. This means everyone has opportunities to succeed, and we don’t leave the most
  vulnerable populations behind.
  
• We need a thriving Calgary for everyone who’s here. That means supporting a local and diverse economy, and building on
  the quality of life that brings people and businesses here.

Look Forward Calgary is about turning towards a hopeful, innovative vision for Calgary’s future. 

We need your help.