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Calgary streetscapes given a BUMP via local art partnerships (newsroom.calgary.ca)

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You may have noticed a transformation in several of Calgary’s commercial streets over the past four years. Patios protected by colourful barriers now line some of our trendiest streetscapes. Within these barriers is a story of local art, collaboration, accessibility and safety.

"At the outset of the seasonal patio program in 2020, it began as something more utilitarian – a response to the pandemic and an effort to support small businesses" explains Andrew Sedor, the Mobility Initiatives Lead at The City of Calgary. "Calgarians may remember these same streetscapes once covered with orange cones and barricades, now boasting art covered barriers, protective planters and bike / e-scooter parking platforms".

The evolution of these spaces is thanks to The City of Calgary’s partnership with the Beltline Urban Mural Project (BUMP) and the Alberta University of the Arts (AUArts).

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Was just in Inglewood and it certainly gives the street a nice character