Calgary Public Library's Facility Master Plan

A Growing Library

For a Growing City

We are building a Library not just for today and tomorrow, but for years to come. A future-ready Library network is created through smart, sustainable growth that connects and evolves as our community needs change. That means working with the City and other community partners to find better ways to serve our communities. To meet minimum standards (0.3 square feet of community library per capita), Calgary Public Library needs to add an additional 200,000 square feet of space. That means more libraries in more communities with more service and support for everyone who lives here.

  • 3

    New Library Locations Open by 2030

  • 369K

    Population Growth Since 2015

  • 22

    Current Library Locations

Map of Calgary highlighting existing library locations, redevelopment projects, and growth projects across the city.

Explore Projects

  • Belmont Library

    Completion 2027 Size 10,000 ft² SW

    Part of the Belmont Fieldhouse, Belmont Library will create a dynamic hub for recreation, learning, and community connection. The Library will bring a children’s area, collections, programming, public meeting rooms, and an outdoor learning space to Calgary’s growing south.

    1. Unfunded
    2. Planning
    3. Funded
    4. Construction
    5. Open

  • Walden Library

    Completion 2028 Size 11,000 ft² SE

    This is the first Library location that will be built with a Calgary Fire Department station, combining emergency response services with community learning together under one roof. Walden Library will include collections, a program room, meeting rooms, children’s area, technology, and more.

    1. Unfunded
    2. Planning
    3. Funded
    4. Construction
    5. Open

  • Symons Valley Library

    Completion 2028 Size 15,000 ft² NW

    This new location will include collections, a children’s library, open seating, public meeting rooms, and a larger community room. Symons Valley Library will serve the residents of Sage Hill, Evanston, Kincora, Nolan Hill, Sherwood, and Royal Vista.

    1. Unfunded
    2. Planning
    3. Funded
    4. Construction
    5. Open

  • West District Library

    Completion 2030 Size 9,000 ft² SW

    This proposed facility represents an innovative partnership-based model, bringing together YMCA Calgary, the Library, and private and public partners to deliver recreation and library services.

    1. Unfunded
    2. Planning
    3. Funded
    4. Construction
    5. Open

How Libraries Help Communities

  • Expertise

    Library staff help with information, technology, and community needs.

  • Spaces

    Library spaces are intentional and create a supporting atmosphere for our services.

  • Collections

     With projected population growth, total circulation will approach 30 million.

  • Technology

    Library technology will be immersive and adaptive, and our work will drive digital equity and literacy. 

  • Experiences

    Library-curated experiences focus on literacy, creativity, skill building, equitable access, and supporting youth.  

FAQs

How many new locations are you opening at Calgary Public Library?

There will be three new Library locations open by 2028 including Belmont, Symons Valley, and Walden. Planning for additional locations is underway, part of which includes securing funding.

When will you receive funding for the unfunded locations on the map?

These locations are our future priorities for Library location growth. We continue to work with our partners at the City of Calgary and in the community to find ways to serve our communities through smart, sustainable growth. If there’s a location of particular interest to you, we encourage you to reach out to your City Councillor. 

How much Library space should we have in Calgary?

The minimum standard is 0.3 square feet of community library per capita. With the population targets of two million, Calgary Public Library needs to add an additional 200,000 square feet of space. 

Resources

How can you learn more?

  • Read the Full Plan

    Download the complete 2027 – 2030 Strategic Plan, including needs assessment data and site evaluation scores.

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  • Support a Future Project

    The Library Foundation accepts targeted gifts and sponsors naming opportunities to help move unfunded projects forward.

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  • Get a Library Card

    Become a Library member to access books, digital resources, programs and services.

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  • Contact Us

    Questions? We're here to help.
    Reach out to learn more about the Calgary Public Library Facility Master Plan.

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