Our Vision

A city that understands and values its diverse heritage.

Our Mission

To embrace and keep space for the stories of this place.

Our Mandate

• Advise Council on all matters relating to Calgary’s heritage.

• Evaluate potential historic sites.

• Maintain Calgary’s Inventory of Evaluated Historic Resources.

• Promote public awareness of our shared heritage.

Our Board

Heritage Calgary’s board of directors is appointed by Calgary City Council under the Calgary Heritage Authority Amendment Act (CHA Act). We typically undertake board recruitment every second year and use a search firm. Directors can serve for a maximum of 9 years on the board. If you are interested in learning more about how to join our board of directors please contact us.

Our Values

Responsibility

We are pragmatic stewards and trusted advisors. We find creative and practical ways to appreciate, protect and promote Calgary’s heritage resources.

Collaboration

We work together with the community to honour and share our heritage resources. We build lasting relationships for long-term impact.

Inclusion

Our heritage is a richly woven fabric of the sites, structures, landscapes, and stories of all people who call Calgary home. We work for the good of all Calgarians:  past, present, and future.

Pride of Place

We believe our heritage resources connect us to our rich history and improves our quality of life. Our heritage creates a sense of belonging to a place with deep community roots.