Eau Claire Community Association
@eauclaireyyc.bsky.social
Eau Claire's community hub - connecting neighbours, building community, and making life better in downtown Calgary.
Prince’s Island Park skating is now open ⛸️
Free Skate Saturdays start at 2 p.m., with free rentals for the first 50 skaters.
Beginner lessons start Jan 3. Weather and ice conditions apply.
#YYC #EauClaireYYC #PrincesIslandPark #YYCEvents
Free Skate Saturdays start at 2 p.m., with free rentals for the first 50 skaters.
Beginner lessons start Jan 3. Weather and ice conditions apply.
#YYC #EauClaireYYC #PrincesIslandPark #YYCEvents
December 22, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Prince’s Island Park skating is now open ⛸️
Free Skate Saturdays start at 2 p.m., with free rentals for the first 50 skaters.
Beginner lessons start Jan 3. Weather and ice conditions apply.
#YYC #EauClaireYYC #PrincesIslandPark #YYCEvents
Free Skate Saturdays start at 2 p.m., with free rentals for the first 50 skaters.
Beginner lessons start Jan 3. Weather and ice conditions apply.
#YYC #EauClaireYYC #PrincesIslandPark #YYCEvents
New Year’s Eve in Eau Claire ✨
Join the City of Calgary for a free, all-ages New Year’s Eve celebration at Prince’s Island Park and Eau Claire Plaza. Food trucks, fire pits, skating, live entertainment, and midnight fireworks to ring in 2026!
Dec 31 • 8 pm–midnight
www.calgary.ca/events/new-y...
Join the City of Calgary for a free, all-ages New Year’s Eve celebration at Prince’s Island Park and Eau Claire Plaza. Food trucks, fire pits, skating, live entertainment, and midnight fireworks to ring in 2026!
Dec 31 • 8 pm–midnight
www.calgary.ca/events/new-y...
December 12, 2025 at 8:10 PM
New Year’s Eve in Eau Claire ✨
Join the City of Calgary for a free, all-ages New Year’s Eve celebration at Prince’s Island Park and Eau Claire Plaza. Food trucks, fire pits, skating, live entertainment, and midnight fireworks to ring in 2026!
Dec 31 • 8 pm–midnight
www.calgary.ca/events/new-y...
Join the City of Calgary for a free, all-ages New Year’s Eve celebration at Prince’s Island Park and Eau Claire Plaza. Food trucks, fire pits, skating, live entertainment, and midnight fireworks to ring in 2026!
Dec 31 • 8 pm–midnight
www.calgary.ca/events/new-y...
Update: The Prince’s Island Park lagoon is open for public skating, but the Skate Shack isn’t expected to open until December 20.
We’ll share more information as soon as it’s confirmed!
#EauClaireYYC #DowntownYYC #YYC
We’ll share more information as soon as it’s confirmed!
#EauClaireYYC #DowntownYYC #YYC
December 10, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Update: The Prince’s Island Park lagoon is open for public skating, but the Skate Shack isn’t expected to open until December 20.
We’ll share more information as soon as it’s confirmed!
#EauClaireYYC #DowntownYYC #YYC
We’ll share more information as soon as it’s confirmed!
#EauClaireYYC #DowntownYYC #YYC
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New this year, the entire @eauclaireyyc.bsky.social / Prince's Island canal is open for ice skating. From Jaipur Bridge to the Peace Bridge. Previously they've only opened up the Jaipur Bridge area.
www.calgaryskaterentals.com still slows Eau Claire as being closed but it's not.
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#Calgary #yyc
www.calgaryskaterentals.com still slows Eau Claire as being closed but it's not.
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#Calgary #yyc
December 9, 2025 at 9:14 PM
New this year, the entire @eauclaireyyc.bsky.social / Prince's Island canal is open for ice skating. From Jaipur Bridge to the Peace Bridge. Previously they've only opened up the Jaipur Bridge area.
www.calgaryskaterentals.com still slows Eau Claire as being closed but it's not.
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#Calgary #yyc
www.calgaryskaterentals.com still slows Eau Claire as being closed but it's not.
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#Calgary #yyc
Drone aerial photography will be taking place on November 21 from 7:30am to 9:00am on the sidewalks at 6 St SW at Eau Claire Ave SW.
There are no traffic or parking restrictions, and public access will not be blocked.
Weather backup dates are November 22 and 23.
#EauClaireYYC
There are no traffic or parking restrictions, and public access will not be blocked.
Weather backup dates are November 22 and 23.
#EauClaireYYC
November 20, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Drone aerial photography will be taking place on November 21 from 7:30am to 9:00am on the sidewalks at 6 St SW at Eau Claire Ave SW.
There are no traffic or parking restrictions, and public access will not be blocked.
Weather backup dates are November 22 and 23.
#EauClaireYYC
There are no traffic or parking restrictions, and public access will not be blocked.
Weather backup dates are November 22 and 23.
#EauClaireYYC
Chinook Blast is making Eau Claire Plaza its new home base in 2026! From January 30 to February 16, the plaza and lagoon will host art, entertainment, skating, and food that will bring energy and winter vibrancy to the neighbourhood.
For more info, visit www.chinookblast.ca
#YYC #DowntownYYC
For more info, visit www.chinookblast.ca
#YYC #DowntownYYC
November 20, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Chinook Blast is making Eau Claire Plaza its new home base in 2026! From January 30 to February 16, the plaza and lagoon will host art, entertainment, skating, and food that will bring energy and winter vibrancy to the neighbourhood.
For more info, visit www.chinookblast.ca
#YYC #DowntownYYC
For more info, visit www.chinookblast.ca
#YYC #DowntownYYC
River Hall’s next phase is underway. A new enclosed pavilion is planned for Stampede 2026, allowing year-round programming and events in Eau Claire. Work stays within Lot 6 and won’t affect 8th Street. More updates to come.
#EauClaireYYC #YYC #DowntownYYC #RiverHallYYC
#EauClaireYYC #YYC #DowntownYYC #RiverHallYYC
November 19, 2025 at 11:30 PM
River Hall’s next phase is underway. A new enclosed pavilion is planned for Stampede 2026, allowing year-round programming and events in Eau Claire. Work stays within Lot 6 and won’t affect 8th Street. More updates to come.
#EauClaireYYC #YYC #DowntownYYC #RiverHallYYC
#EauClaireYYC #YYC #DowntownYYC #RiverHallYYC
Cozy winter days are here, and the public fire pits in Eau Claire are back for the season.
Red dot pits - lit daily 12–7 PM
Yellow dot pits - open in early December with skating, lit daily 9 AM–9 PM
A perfect warm-up spot after a walk, a skate, or a stroll through downtown.
#EauClaireYYC #YYC
Red dot pits - lit daily 12–7 PM
Yellow dot pits - open in early December with skating, lit daily 9 AM–9 PM
A perfect warm-up spot after a walk, a skate, or a stroll through downtown.
#EauClaireYYC #YYC
November 17, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Cozy winter days are here, and the public fire pits in Eau Claire are back for the season.
Red dot pits - lit daily 12–7 PM
Yellow dot pits - open in early December with skating, lit daily 9 AM–9 PM
A perfect warm-up spot after a walk, a skate, or a stroll through downtown.
#EauClaireYYC #YYC
Red dot pits - lit daily 12–7 PM
Yellow dot pits - open in early December with skating, lit daily 9 AM–9 PM
A perfect warm-up spot after a walk, a skate, or a stroll through downtown.
#EauClaireYYC #YYC
Looking for a relaxing way to ease into the week? Our Eau Claire Yoga Series is offering free Monday evening classes at Knox United Church. Join us for a calm, welcoming session led by a certified instructor.
Reserve your spot here: tinyurl.com/eccayoga
#EauClaireYYCity #CalgaryEvents
Reserve your spot here: tinyurl.com/eccayoga
#EauClaireYYCity #CalgaryEvents
November 12, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Looking for a relaxing way to ease into the week? Our Eau Claire Yoga Series is offering free Monday evening classes at Knox United Church. Join us for a calm, welcoming session led by a certified instructor.
Reserve your spot here: tinyurl.com/eccayoga
#EauClaireYYCity #CalgaryEvents
Reserve your spot here: tinyurl.com/eccayoga
#EauClaireYYCity #CalgaryEvents
Help shape Eau Claire’s 2026 programs! From art and yoga to social nights and sports, tell us what you’d love to see next year.
Take our short survey and share your ideas: tinyurl.com/EauClaireSur...
Your input helps us bring more of what you love to Eau Claire.
#YYC #DowntownYYC #YYCliving
Take our short survey and share your ideas: tinyurl.com/EauClaireSur...
Your input helps us bring more of what you love to Eau Claire.
#YYC #DowntownYYC #YYCliving
October 30, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Help shape Eau Claire’s 2026 programs! From art and yoga to social nights and sports, tell us what you’d love to see next year.
Take our short survey and share your ideas: tinyurl.com/EauClaireSur...
Your input helps us bring more of what you love to Eau Claire.
#YYC #DowntownYYC #YYCliving
Take our short survey and share your ideas: tinyurl.com/EauClaireSur...
Your input helps us bring more of what you love to Eau Claire.
#YYC #DowntownYYC #YYCliving
Are we taking credit for the new green space in Eau Claire?
Yes. Yes, we are. 🌿
We’ve been advocating for more accessible, beautiful public spaces in our neighbourhood and it’s great to see progress taking shape.
🔗 shorturl.at/0PpdS
#EauClaire #DowntownYYC #YYC #UrbanGreening
Yes. Yes, we are. 🌿
We’ve been advocating for more accessible, beautiful public spaces in our neighbourhood and it’s great to see progress taking shape.
🔗 shorturl.at/0PpdS
#EauClaire #DowntownYYC #YYC #UrbanGreening
Temporary green space coming to Eau Claire as Calgary awaits the Green Line - LiveWire Calgary
The City of Calgary will be installing a temporary green space at the former location of Eau Claire Market.
livewirecalgary.com
October 23, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Are we taking credit for the new green space in Eau Claire?
Yes. Yes, we are. 🌿
We’ve been advocating for more accessible, beautiful public spaces in our neighbourhood and it’s great to see progress taking shape.
🔗 shorturl.at/0PpdS
#EauClaire #DowntownYYC #YYC #UrbanGreening
Yes. Yes, we are. 🌿
We’ve been advocating for more accessible, beautiful public spaces in our neighbourhood and it’s great to see progress taking shape.
🔗 shorturl.at/0PpdS
#EauClaire #DowntownYYC #YYC #UrbanGreening
Municipal Election Day is today, Monday, October 20! 🗳️
Eau Claire residents are part of Ward 7 and will vote at:
📍 Chinese Cultural Centre
📍 197 1 St SW
🕙 10 am – 8 pm
Remember, you must vote at your assigned voting station on Election Day.
More info & Candidates: www.electionscalgary.ca
Eau Claire residents are part of Ward 7 and will vote at:
📍 Chinese Cultural Centre
📍 197 1 St SW
🕙 10 am – 8 pm
Remember, you must vote at your assigned voting station on Election Day.
More info & Candidates: www.electionscalgary.ca
October 20, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Municipal Election Day is today, Monday, October 20! 🗳️
Eau Claire residents are part of Ward 7 and will vote at:
📍 Chinese Cultural Centre
📍 197 1 St SW
🕙 10 am – 8 pm
Remember, you must vote at your assigned voting station on Election Day.
More info & Candidates: www.electionscalgary.ca
Eau Claire residents are part of Ward 7 and will vote at:
📍 Chinese Cultural Centre
📍 197 1 St SW
🕙 10 am – 8 pm
Remember, you must vote at your assigned voting station on Election Day.
More info & Candidates: www.electionscalgary.ca
A new green space is coming to Eau Claire! 🌿
Construction starts Oct 20 on a temporary turf field beside Eau Claire Plaza. ECCA worked with The City to turn what would've been a gravel pit into a place to play, picnic, and connect. Opening spring 2026.
calgary.ca/eauclaire
#YYC #DowntownYYC
Construction starts Oct 20 on a temporary turf field beside Eau Claire Plaza. ECCA worked with The City to turn what would've been a gravel pit into a place to play, picnic, and connect. Opening spring 2026.
calgary.ca/eauclaire
#YYC #DowntownYYC
October 20, 2025 at 4:48 PM
A new green space is coming to Eau Claire! 🌿
Construction starts Oct 20 on a temporary turf field beside Eau Claire Plaza. ECCA worked with The City to turn what would've been a gravel pit into a place to play, picnic, and connect. Opening spring 2026.
calgary.ca/eauclaire
#YYC #DowntownYYC
Construction starts Oct 20 on a temporary turf field beside Eau Claire Plaza. ECCA worked with The City to turn what would've been a gravel pit into a place to play, picnic, and connect. Opening spring 2026.
calgary.ca/eauclaire
#YYC #DowntownYYC
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Heading into Election Day, approximately 96,549 Calgarians have already voted during the Advance Vote.
We will continue to provide updated voter turnout and election information throughout the day across our social media channels.
Read more: newsroom.calgary.ca/election-day....
We will continue to provide updated voter turnout and election information throughout the day across our social media channels.
Read more: newsroom.calgary.ca/election-day....
October 20, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Heading into Election Day, approximately 96,549 Calgarians have already voted during the Advance Vote.
We will continue to provide updated voter turnout and election information throughout the day across our social media channels.
Read more: newsroom.calgary.ca/election-day....
We will continue to provide updated voter turnout and election information throughout the day across our social media channels.
Read more: newsroom.calgary.ca/election-day....
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Postal workers announce countrywide strike, effective immediately
Postal workers announce countrywide strike, effective immediately
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers has announced a countrywide strike, effective immediately.
buff.ly
September 26, 2025 at 12:15 AM
Postal workers announce countrywide strike, effective immediately
Learn how to keep our community safer 👮✨
Calgary Police Service is hosting a Public Safety & Crime Prevention Education Session on Tuesday, September 24 at 3:00 PM. Bring your questions and your neighbours.
#YYC #CalgaryPolice #EauClaireYYC #DowntownYYC
Calgary Police Service is hosting a Public Safety & Crime Prevention Education Session on Tuesday, September 24 at 3:00 PM. Bring your questions and your neighbours.
#YYC #CalgaryPolice #EauClaireYYC #DowntownYYC
September 15, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Learn how to keep our community safer 👮✨
Calgary Police Service is hosting a Public Safety & Crime Prevention Education Session on Tuesday, September 24 at 3:00 PM. Bring your questions and your neighbours.
#YYC #CalgaryPolice #EauClaireYYC #DowntownYYC
Calgary Police Service is hosting a Public Safety & Crime Prevention Education Session on Tuesday, September 24 at 3:00 PM. Bring your questions and your neighbours.
#YYC #CalgaryPolice #EauClaireYYC #DowntownYYC
Heads-Up Eau Claire! 🎬
A film crew will be shooting a music video on 2 St SW between 2 Ave and 3 Ave this Sunday, Sept 14 from 8am to 8pm.
Expect a full road closure, no parking inside the zone, outdoor music (with a noise-exemption permit), and a small drone in the area.
#EauClaireYYC #DowntownYYC
A film crew will be shooting a music video on 2 St SW between 2 Ave and 3 Ave this Sunday, Sept 14 from 8am to 8pm.
Expect a full road closure, no parking inside the zone, outdoor music (with a noise-exemption permit), and a small drone in the area.
#EauClaireYYC #DowntownYYC
September 11, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Heads-Up Eau Claire! 🎬
A film crew will be shooting a music video on 2 St SW between 2 Ave and 3 Ave this Sunday, Sept 14 from 8am to 8pm.
Expect a full road closure, no parking inside the zone, outdoor music (with a noise-exemption permit), and a small drone in the area.
#EauClaireYYC #DowntownYYC
A film crew will be shooting a music video on 2 St SW between 2 Ave and 3 Ave this Sunday, Sept 14 from 8am to 8pm.
Expect a full road closure, no parking inside the zone, outdoor music (with a noise-exemption permit), and a small drone in the area.
#EauClaireYYC #DowntownYYC
Community Spotlight: The Street Eatery ✨
Globally inspired street food, zany milkshakes, and a menu with something for everyone — from plant-based eats to Korean Fried Chicken. Find them in Eau Claire and support local!
📍 Visit them in Eau Claire, corner of 4 Ave & 8 St SW
#SupportLocalYYC
Globally inspired street food, zany milkshakes, and a menu with something for everyone — from plant-based eats to Korean Fried Chicken. Find them in Eau Claire and support local!
📍 Visit them in Eau Claire, corner of 4 Ave & 8 St SW
#SupportLocalYYC
September 10, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Community Spotlight: The Street Eatery ✨
Globally inspired street food, zany milkshakes, and a menu with something for everyone — from plant-based eats to Korean Fried Chicken. Find them in Eau Claire and support local!
📍 Visit them in Eau Claire, corner of 4 Ave & 8 St SW
#SupportLocalYYC
Globally inspired street food, zany milkshakes, and a menu with something for everyone — from plant-based eats to Korean Fried Chicken. Find them in Eau Claire and support local!
📍 Visit them in Eau Claire, corner of 4 Ave & 8 St SW
#SupportLocalYYC
Update: Work is ongoing along 8 St S.W. between 2–7 Ave. Expect lane and sidewalk closures as construction continues. Thanks for your patience, Calgary!
More info: tinyurl.com/8thaveupdate
#YYCConstruction #DowntownYYC #EauClaireYYC #YYCliving
More info: tinyurl.com/8thaveupdate
#YYCConstruction #DowntownYYC #EauClaireYYC #YYCliving
September 2, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Update: Work is ongoing along 8 St S.W. between 2–7 Ave. Expect lane and sidewalk closures as construction continues. Thanks for your patience, Calgary!
More info: tinyurl.com/8thaveupdate
#YYCConstruction #DowntownYYC #EauClaireYYC #YYCliving
More info: tinyurl.com/8thaveupdate
#YYCConstruction #DowntownYYC #EauClaireYYC #YYCliving
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Pride, Festival Filipino, Reggae Fest and Alberta Day: What our photographers saw this weekend
Pride, Festival Filipino, Reggae Fest and Alberta Day: What our photographers saw this weekend
Check out what Postmedia Calgary photographers saw in and around the city this weekend, from Fiesta Filipino to Alberta Day to Pride.
buff.ly
September 1, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Pride, Festival Filipino, Reggae Fest and Alberta Day: What our photographers saw this weekend
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An air quality advisory has been called in Calgary and area because of wildfire smoke coming in from the Northwest Territories #yyc www.ctvnews.ca/calgary/arti...
Air quality warning issued for Calgary due to wildfire smoke
Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) issued an air quality warning for Calgary on Tuesday morning as wildfire smoke blanketed much of the Prairies.
www.ctvnews.ca
September 2, 2025 at 12:55 PM
An air quality advisory has been called in Calgary and area because of wildfire smoke coming in from the Northwest Territories #yyc www.ctvnews.ca/calgary/arti...
It’s a packed long weekend in Eau Claire! From Fiesta Filipino to Calgary Pride to the long-awaited opening of River Hall, there’s something for everyone. What will you be checking out?
#EauClaireYYC #DowntownCalgary #YYCEvents #YYCLiving #ExploreYYC
#EauClaireYYC #DowntownCalgary #YYCEvents #YYCLiving #ExploreYYC
August 27, 2025 at 1:30 PM
It’s a packed long weekend in Eau Claire! From Fiesta Filipino to Calgary Pride to the long-awaited opening of River Hall, there’s something for everyone. What will you be checking out?
#EauClaireYYC #DowntownCalgary #YYCEvents #YYCLiving #ExploreYYC
#EauClaireYYC #DowntownCalgary #YYCEvents #YYCLiving #ExploreYYC
4th Ave is booming! 🚧
Over 1,000 new homes coming soon:
1️⃣ Kings on Fourth – 120 homes + hotel/office
2️⃣ 3rd Ave – 282 homes this year
3️⃣ The Loft – 56 homes in 2025
4️⃣ Trico – proposed beside The Loft
5️⃣ Cantiro – 340 homes by 2028
6️⃣ Cidex – 234 homes by 2028
#EauClaireYYC #YYC #DowntownYYC
Over 1,000 new homes coming soon:
1️⃣ Kings on Fourth – 120 homes + hotel/office
2️⃣ 3rd Ave – 282 homes this year
3️⃣ The Loft – 56 homes in 2025
4️⃣ Trico – proposed beside The Loft
5️⃣ Cantiro – 340 homes by 2028
6️⃣ Cidex – 234 homes by 2028
#EauClaireYYC #YYC #DowntownYYC
August 25, 2025 at 9:53 PM
4th Ave is booming! 🚧
Over 1,000 new homes coming soon:
1️⃣ Kings on Fourth – 120 homes + hotel/office
2️⃣ 3rd Ave – 282 homes this year
3️⃣ The Loft – 56 homes in 2025
4️⃣ Trico – proposed beside The Loft
5️⃣ Cantiro – 340 homes by 2028
6️⃣ Cidex – 234 homes by 2028
#EauClaireYYC #YYC #DowntownYYC
Over 1,000 new homes coming soon:
1️⃣ Kings on Fourth – 120 homes + hotel/office
2️⃣ 3rd Ave – 282 homes this year
3️⃣ The Loft – 56 homes in 2025
4️⃣ Trico – proposed beside The Loft
5️⃣ Cantiro – 340 homes by 2028
6️⃣ Cidex – 234 homes by 2028
#EauClaireYYC #YYC #DowntownYYC
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Calgary Pride flag-raising Friday kicks off week of celebrations
Calgary Pride flag-raising Friday kicks off week of celebrations
A Pride festival will be held Aug. 30 and 31 at Prince's Island Park and the parade Aug. 31 runs along 9th Ave, beginning at 11 a.m.
buff.ly
August 23, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Calgary Pride flag-raising Friday kicks off week of celebrations