Landscape Alberta met with the City of Calgary this past week to discuss updated timelines for the planned pipe tie-in. Currently this phase of project is scheduled to begin October 13th and take four (4) weeks for completion. During this time Stage 4 outdoor water restrictions and indoor water reductions will again be in place. This will allow time in November for the final phase (no restrictions anticipated) to be completed before year-end.
Exact dates and timelines might change based on a myriad of factors, but by releasing this information to Landscape Alberta members early we hope many will be able to mitigate impacts with robust project planning.
As a reminder this tie-in work was part of the plan since early in 2026. While the timing is not ideal, the long-term stability that this water-main replacement project brings for industry in future years we hope will be worth the short-term pain. Landscape Alberta has suggested a later start to the project, if possible, but realized that is unlikely given the amount of work required in this phase and the phase after.
A more detailed project description can be found here by the City of Calgary (https://newsroom.calgary.ca/bearspaw-south-feeder-main-replacement-project-remains-on-schedule-with-2-kilometres-of-new-steel-feeder-main-now-in-place/)
Members are encouraged to review fall installation schedules, irrigation plans, and plant material maintenance requirements in advance of the restriction period.
The City reminded us that while the timelines shared with us are best estimates, they emphasize that remains many other conditions that might trigger water restrictions or change the timeline, including another break in the pipe, drought, demand spikes during hot and dry spells or other critical maintenance.
If you have comments or questions, please feel free to contact me directly. (joel.beatson@landscape-alberta.com – 1 587-404-1328)