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Why Shopping Local Matters More in Winter for Calgary Businesses
Winter changes how Calgary moves. Shorter days and colder streets mean fewer casual stops and slower foot traffic. For local businesses, these months often determine whether they make it to spring. Where people choose to spend their money in winter shapes what stays open, what disappears, and how the neighbourhood feels when warmer days return.

BLOX Business Improvement Area
Jan 82 min read


Behind the Scenes of a Cleaner Beltline: What RadiCare Helped Us Achieve in 2025
This past year, BLOX BIA’s partnership with RadiCare has helped make our streets cleaner, safer, and more cared for. Through on-the-ground support, data-driven insights, and inclusive employment, RadiCare’s street team continues to create real impact across the Beltline, offering hope, dignity, and positive change as we head into the holidays.

BLOX Business Improvement Area
Dec 22, 20252 min read


Discover the Beltline in Winter
Winter doesn’t make getting around easier, but it does change how people move through the Beltline. Outside of scheduled events and seasonal programming, a quieter layer of everyday life comes through. Short trips stay manageable, familiar places feel steady, and small discoveries happen when you step inside somewhere without a plan. These understated moments are what make the Beltline feel good to be in during winter.

BLOX Business Improvement Area
Dec 16, 20253 min read


What’s New at Commonwealth? A First Look at the Fully Updated Space
Commonwealth’s rolling renovations are now complete, bringing new branding, immersive lighting, expanded rooms, and refreshed design details to the well-known Beltline venue.

BLOX Business Improvement Area
Nov 28, 20252 min read


Over $40,000 in Giveaways, Performances & Community Support: A Year of Giving Back in the Beltline
BLOX gave back over $40,000 this year through giveaways, free events, community programs, and support for local artists. Explore the highlights from a year of sharing and celebration in the Beltline.

BLOX Business Improvement Area
Nov 17, 20253 min read


Halloween Howler 2025: Beltline’s Family-Friendly Halloween Tradition
Halloween Howler 2025 brought families together in the Beltline for games, pumpkin decorating, crafts, and a lively trick-or-treat route sta

BLOX Business Improvement Area
Nov 4, 20252 min read


PARTY IN THE PARK 2025: A Perfect Day in the Beltline
On September 7th, about 900 people joined us at Lougheed House for Party in the Park—a free, all-ages festival with live music, local vendors, food trucks, and games. It was a joyful day that brought the community together in the heart of the Beltline.

BLOX Business Improvement Area
Sep 18, 20254 min read


Calgary City Council Approves Beltline BIA Expansion in Unanimous Vote
City Council has approved the Beltline BIA expansion, doubling membership and uniting the entire district through advocacy, events, and improvements.

BLOX Business Improvement Area
Sep 12, 20253 min read


BLOX BIA Expansion Update: Refocusing Within the Beltline
We're focusing our proposed BIA expansion on the Beltline and pausing plans to include Sunalta — for now. This shift lets us build on our momentum while keeping the door open for future collaboration.

BLOX Business Improvement Area
Jul 14, 20252 min read


Bikes, Beats & Good Vibes: Free Bike Tunes & Tune-Ups Was a Hit!
BLOX's annual Bike Tunes & Tune-Ups brought the community together with free bike repairs, live music, food, and fun at The Bike Shop parking lot. See highlights from this year’s event!

BLOX Business Improvement Area
Jun 19, 20252 min read


A Night of Nostalgia, Music & Community Impact: BLOX Raises $2,560 for Skipping Stone
BLOX’s annual fundraiser brought the house down with 90s nostalgia, live music, and an outpouring of community support — all in aid of Skipping Stone’s vital work with trans and gender-diverse youth in Calgary.

BLOX Business Improvement Area
May 1, 20252 min read


Building a Better BLOX: How We Support Our Community and Businesses
Supporting Calgary’s BLOX through street cleaning, outreach, and business-friendly services.

BLOX Business Improvement Area
Apr 10, 20253 min read


Calgary Transit Tips for the Spring Rush
Whether you're heading to BLOX or anywhere else, Calgary Transit works to keep every ride safe, reliable, and welcoming for all.

BLOX Business Improvement Area
Mar 5, 20253 min read


Under the Maple Leaf: Celebrating Canada’s Flag and Supporting Local in Changing Times
Learn about the Calgary roots of our iconic flag, the impact of recent U.S.-Canada tariffs, and supporting local businesses in your area.

BLOX Business Improvement Area
Feb 15, 20253 min read


Staying Safe During Calgary’s Extreme Cold
Stay safe during Calgary’s extreme cold with essential winter tips and resources to keep you warm and protected.

BLOX Business Improvement Area
Feb 7, 20253 min read


BLOX BIA Expansion: A New Era For Beltline and Sunalta
BLOX BIA is expanding, uniting Beltline and Sunalta to support local businesses and growth.

BLOX Business Improvement Area
Jan 31, 20252 min read
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