Rajesh Angral

Atul Chauhan - The Calgary Party

Taran Dhillon

Christy Edwards - A Better Calgary Party

Jaspriya Johal

Danny Ng

Siraaj Shah

Andrew Yule

Rajesh Angral 

Danny Ng

Atul Chauhan

Jaspriya Johal

Andrew Yule

Rajesh Angela: Yes - Reinstate Public Entry-Level Roles: Advocate for reducing outsourcing of entry-level positions to restore public sector pathways for long-term careers.

🔹 Youth Employment Programs: Partner with local organizations and schools to create mentorship, internship, and apprenticeship programs tailored to Calgary’s youth.

🔹 Equity Hiring Initiatives: Push for inclusive hiring practices that prioritize candidates from underrepresented communities, supported by anti-bias training and transparent recruitment.

🔹 Living Wage Standards: Support policies that ensure all city jobs—direct or contracted—meet living wage benchmarks.

🔹 Skills Development Hubs: Promote the creation of community-based training centers that equip job seekers with practical skills aligned with city needs.

Danny Ng: Yes - Keep more entry-level work in-house at the City. Grow paid internships and trainee jobs in Parks, Transit, and Recreation.

Use City purchasing to push for living wages, local hiring, and fair chances for all.

On big projects, set agreements that reserve apprentice spots for youth, newcomers, and under-represented groups.

Remove barriers with help for transit, childcare, and safety gear.

Recognize skills earned abroad with simple micro-credentials.

Track results on a public dashboard: hires, retention, and wage growth.

Atul Chauhan: Yes - Our city should be a place where young people and equity-seeking groups get a fair shot at good jobs. To make that happen, I’d work to keep entry-level jobs in-house instead of contracting them out, so they come with fair pay and benefits.
I’d also push for more partnerships with schools, colleges, and community groups to open doors for youth, giving them pathways like internships, apprenticeships, and on-the-job training. And it’s important we make sure the City’s hiring is fair and inclusive, so everyone has the chance to build skills and experience.
At the end of the day, this is about more than filling jobs, it’s about helping people get started, build confidence, and set themselves up for a better future.

Jaspriya Johal: Yes - Prioritize seeking skills and talent from within the communities, the jobs aim to serve. Each community is unique, so it is essential the talent and voices come from the communities.

Andrew Yule: Yes - One of the big areas that needs work in Ward 3 for youth employment is better transit connectivity. Our youth are limited in their employment opportunities to where transit can get them reliably and that radius is not very far. I'd like to expand our BRT transit network in North Central Calgary to bring jobs in reach to those who need it.

Rajesh Angral: Yes - 1) Culturally Responsive Services: Support mental health programs that reflect the cultural values and lived experiences of Calgary’s diverse communities. 2) Evidence-Based Education: Collaborate with facilitators and health professionals to co-create initiatives grounded in research and community wisdom. 3) Inclusive Leadership: Ensure community representatives have a seat at the table in shaping mental health strategies, fostering trust and accountability.

Danny Ng: Yes - Co-design programs with community groups and cultural leaders. Offer help where people already go—libraries, schools, youth clubs, faith and community centres. Train front-line staff in trauma-informed care and mental health first aid. Fund programs for multiple years and report simple results (wait times, participation, outcomes).

Atul Chauhan: Yes - Co-design programs with community groups and cultural leaders. Offer help where people already go—libraries, schools, youth clubs, faith and community centres. Train front-line staff in trauma-informed care and mental health first aid. Fund programs for multiple years and report simple results (wait times, participation, outcomes).

Jaspriya Johal: Yes - Better policing, healthcare, and education - all tie back to one essential element, strong mental health. 'Community-based' approach is the approach to deal with it most effectively, as again I would emphasize, one size fits-all approach doesn't work, mental health services too are best delivered from the community, as it is organic and understands each individual's situation uniquely.

Andrew Yule: Yes - I'd like to learn more about the civic partners that are doing great work in this area. I also want to ensure that the Province leads in this area as it is their responsibility.

Rajesh Angral: Yes - Strengthen Rent Support Programs: Advocate for streamlined, accessible rent subsidies and emergency housing assistance.
Improve Coordination: Work with nonprofits, provincial agencies, and community groups to ensure supports are timely and well-integrated. I will work to make sure land for affordable housing is planned responsibly and released in a timely manner. This means pushing for smart zoning policies, streamlining approvals, and working closely with communities and developers. My priority will be to balance growth with affordability—so that land is available when needed, zoned appropriately, and supported with the right infrastructure to create vibrant, inclusive neighborhood.

Danny Ng: Yes - Create a simple “one-window” system so renters tell their story once and get matched to the right help fast.
Boost short-term rent relief funds that prevent evictions. Build up a City land bank for non-market housing and release sites through fair RFPs.

Pre-zone key sites so non-profits can build faster and cheaper.

Focus near transit and services; reward family-sized, accessible, and climate-resilient homes.

Fast-track approvals and reduce fees for projects that meet clear affordability and design standards.

Put outreach workers in libraries and community hubs to help with forms and translation.

Support landlord-tenant mediation and payment plans to keep people housed.

Work with the Province to expand rent supplements and income supports.

Atul Chauhan: Yes- I would work closely with your team to make rent supports more accessible, coordinated, and responsive for renters in crisis. That means ensuring families can quickly connect with emergency funding, housing resources, and social services without unnecessary delays or confusion.
I would also focus on improving collaboration between the City, community organizations, and service providers, so that support is seamless and easy to navigate. By streamlining these services and making sure renters know where to turn, we can help families stay in their homes, reduce stress, and provide the stability they need during difficult times. I will make sure land for affordable housing is strategically planned and responsibly released. This means ensuring it is properly zoned, supported by existing infrastructure and services, and ready for development before being made available.
I will also focus on locations along transit routes and near schools, healthcare, and other essential services, while promoting a mix of housing types to meet the needs of families, seniors, and newcomers. By taking a thoughtful, coordinated approach, we can deliver affordable housing efficiently, sustainably, and in a way that strengthens our neighbourhoods without compromising their character.

Jaspriya Johal: Uncertain - I firmly stand for starting the high-density living initiative from the downtown, my communities are not comfortable with the city's approach to affordable housing through blanket rezoning, as it leaves the "affordable" houses without essential services, poor transit connectivity, high property taxes. So, in my approach to affordable houses doesn't only mean a roof over the head, connectivity and quality of life too are essential elements that demand serious attention.

"sufficient" here is the key word, the past initiatives lack the "sufficient" angle in the solutions delivered on this issue. The citizens that vote for the city council are not looking for the council to bankroll the developers for new communities, they need services that deliver what they need in their communities. The developers and builders are cutting corners and delivering housing that is low quality, without provisioning decent enough space for communities to raise families with dignity. Affordable doesn't only mean a roof over head. Rezoning is not the solution, burdening our aging infrastructure in neighbourhoods not designed for high-density has and will show signs weakness; we have seen that with the water-main break last year. Lets prepare the infrastructure first, plan enough green spaces before we even think of rezoning.

Andrew Yule: Yes - I will continue to support the Fair Entry Program at the City of Calgary to help the vulnerable access subsidized services from the city.

When it comes to Ward 3 I've got a lot of concerns I'd like to address with the Real Estate department at the City. I want to ensure we are targeting Transit Oriented Developments for affordable housing. But the transit cannot just be proposed for decades in the future. Affordable Housing is not affordable if people need to buy vehicles to get anywhere.

Rajesh Angral: Yes - Green Building Standards: Promote incentives for energy-efficient construction and retrofitting.

Sustainable Infrastructure: Expand transit, bike lanes, and pedestrian-friendly design to reduce emissions.

Climate Resilience Planning: Integrate climate risk assessments into all major infrastructure projects.

Danny Ng: Yes -Retrofit City-owned affordable housing (better insulation, heat pumps, electrification) to cut bills and emissions.

Build for Calgary weather: more trees, cool roofs, permeable surfaces, and storm-ready facilities.

Aim for net-zero City buildings where feasible; add solar and EV charging.

Publish clear targets and progress the public can see.

Atul Chauhan: Yes - I would prioritize building and retrofitting housing and infrastructure to be energy-efficient and climate-resilient. This includes using sustainable materials, incorporating green technologies like solar and efficient heating, and ensuring new developments are designed to handle extreme weather.
I would also work closely with city planners, developers, and community groups to make sure climate considerations are built into every stage of development — from zoning and approvals to construction and maintenance. Expanding transit options, protecting green spaces, and promoting walkable, connected neighbourhoods are also key strategies to reduce emissions and make our city more sustainable.
By taking a coordinated, practical approach, we can make Calgary’s growth smarter, greener, and better prepared for the future.

Jaspriya Johal: Yes - Simple solution: make the provincial and federal programs for retro-fiitng houses, subsidies for solar solutions accessible to citizens. These programs are hard to navigate, keeping citizens discouraged to even consider them.

Andrew Yule: Uncertain - I think there should be some critical discussions on the "Climate" front. I think constructive conflict should happen among the different Climate, Housing, and Environmental groups in our city. Our Urban Greenness in Calgary has dropped considerably over the last 20 years. According to Statistics Canada we've dropped the most and are the lowest among the major cities across Canada. The obsession with throwing everything under the banner of "Climate" removes the important need for civil discourse on the development in our dwindling green spaces in Calgary. This past term council disbanded the Biodiversity Advisory Committee and moved their mandate over to the Climate Advisory Committee. A move both committees advised against. I started the Nose Creek Preservation Society in an attempt to find a better balance between our Green Space and Development. I might be a little difficult in this area, but am willing to have more discussions about it.

Rajesh Angral: Yes - Champion Indigenous Leadership: Advocate for Indigenous-led planning and decision-making.

Secure Land and Funding: Push for dedicated land allocation and funding commitments from all levels of government.

Build Partnerships: Facilitate collaboration between Indigenous leaders, city officials, and community stakeholders to remove barriers and accelerate progress.

Danny Ng: Yes  - Respect Indigenous-led governance and give regular public updates with the IGP Society.

Secure a central site and move land approvals quickly.

Set up a working group (City, Nations, Province, funders) to align permits and funding.

Mix City seed money with provincial, federal, and philanthropic dollars.

Post quarterly milestones—site, design, approvals, funding—so the public can track progress.

Atul Chauhan: Yes - I would work closely with the Indigenous-Led Gathering Place Board to understand the roadblocks — whether they are funding, land allocation, or planning approvals and advocate directly with the City to remove these barriers. This includes ensuring land is set aside promptly, resources are secured, and timelines are realistic but prioritized.
Most importantly, I would ensure that Indigenous leadership remains at the center of every decision. This gathering place isn’t just a building — it’s a vital step toward advancing Truth and Reconciliation, celebrating culture, and providing a lasting space for Indigenous communities to connect, learn, and thrive.

Jaspriya Johal: Yes - Making acknowledgements alone has not served us well, genuine respect for the treaties is essential. There are no roadblocks, just lack of basic respect for the sacred lands and appropriate consultations with the rightful stakeholders. For instance, the Nose Creek development still went ahead, when it is well-known that the land is sacred, the city and the developers just ignored and went ahead to develop the land that is sacred to the First Nations and also served the city as an essential green buffer, for wildlife to exist, act as a reservoir in case of flooding. Truth and Reconciliation is not only about respecting treaties, but also about moving ahead with resilience.

Andrew Yule: Yes - I've learned a lot about our Indigenous History as President of the Nose Creek Preservation Society. We have a lot of Blackfoot history in our glacier-formed creek valleys. The confluence of West Nose Creek and Nose Creek is where many traditional Sundances took place during the renewal of Spring. One thing I have learned in our area though is that many of the Indigenous voices have not been listened to or heard over the decades. I'll commit to hearing what is needed and how I can help push the Indigenous Gathering Place forward.

Rajesh Angral: Yes

Danny Ng: Yes

Atul Chauhan: Yes

Jaspriya Johal: Yes - 

Andrew Yule: Yes -