Public Art

We are committed to delivering a public art program that is engaging, relevant and accountable by creating new public art opportunities that reflect the diversity of our city and promote community development and belonging. We are also responsible for activating the existing civic art collection. 

A Calgary Transit bus covered in artwork for the Public Art, Art Bus program. Artwork by Sydonne Warren

Art Bus – Artwork by Sydonne Warren

Photo: Chelsea Yang Smith

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A highly detailed coloured pencil drawing of vibrant red-orange flowers with soft, layered petals. The flowers stand out against a smooth, multicoloured background with tones of blue, green and pink. Signed "Ensi 2017" in the corner.

Open Spaces: Windows to a View: Light, Line and Life – Artwork by Ensieh Farrokhi

 

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Detail of The Bison and The Dragon wall mural panel.

The Bison and The Dragon: Untold Tales – Jarett Sitter

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Public Art Announcements

Art Bus 2026 RFQ: Applications Open

Applications are open for the Art Bus 2026 RFQ. Artists and artist collectives are invited to submit qualifications for an opportunity to wrap the exterior of a public transit bus with new artwork in the summer…Read more

Guidelines Released: Art Bus 2026 RFQ

The guidelines for the Art Bus 2026 RFQ are now available. Artists and artist collectives are invited to submit qualifications for an opportunity to wrap the exterior of a public transit bus with new artwork in…Read more

2025 Art Buses Officially Hit the Road

Fourteen Calgary Transit buses wrapped in original artwork by seven local artists are now in service across the city. This moving exhibition runs until November — bringing public art to Calgarians, one bus ride at…Read more

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Colourful banners arranged along the side of the Reconciliation Bridge by artist Michelle Ku

Centre City Banners

The Centre City Banner Program engages local artists to create artwork for banners displayed on…Read more

A highly detailed coloured pencil drawing of vibrant red-orange flowers with soft, layered petals. The flowers stand out against a smooth, multicoloured background with tones of blue, green and pink. Signed "Ensi 2017" in the corner.

Open Spaces: Windows to a View

The Open Spaces program provides exhibition space to local and regional artists while enlivening the Centre Street LRT…Read more

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