From food truck entrepreneurs to major developers, every business in Calgary deals with City Hall. Too often, those interactions are slow, unclear, and frustrating—bogged down by endless forms, delays, and confusing processes. Calgary must stop letting red tape stall progress and start being a place where good ideas get built fast. The Calgary Party will make City Hall a partner in business, not a barrier, with five bold steps to deliver faster, simpler, and more accountable service.

• Modernize Licensing & Permitting
  • Launch an online portal with smart forms, real-time status tracking, and automatic notifications.
  • Use AI to speed approvals and cut down on errors and delays.
• Meet Deadlines or Approve Automatically
  • Enforce the 3-3-3-1 timeline: 3 days, 3 weeks, 3 months, 1 year depending on project size.
  • If the City misses the deadline, approval is granted automatically.
• Business Concierge Service
  • Provide one dedicated point of contact to guide businesses through City processes.
  • Offer hands-on help with permits, zoning, inspections, and follow-ups.
• High-Visibility Business Desk
  • Set up a one-stop business counter at City Hall and pop-ups in commercial areas.
  • Give walk-in support, printed guides, and direct referrals to City staff.
• Regulatory Review Task Force
  • Eliminate outdated, duplicate, or overly complex business regulations.
  • Streamline common permits for signs, pop-ups, patios, and more.