Episode 22: Have a voice in shaping Calgary

This City of Calgary podcast episode from August 12, 2026, focused on informing Calgarians about opportunities to participate in the city's boards, commissions, and committees (BCCs). The discussion highlighted the variety of BCCs available, the expertise and lived experience sought, and the recruitment process including application review and council appointments. The city currently has approximately 250 vacancies across BCCs, with about 125 recruited annually. The city has expanded eligibility criteria to include Indigenous residents of Treaty 7 living outside Calgary and introduced stipends ranging from $150 to $360 per meeting day to offset participation costs. While no direct procurement or contracting decisions were discussed, the episode emphasized civic engagement and the advisory role BCCs play in city governance, which could indirectly influence future city projects and policies.