Calgary Openings, Closings, and Developments

[PepsiFree]

Probably hard to stay afloat funding Doug’s weird need to buy and destroy once respected brands with absolutely zero clue how to run a business.

[cam_wmh]

Originally Posted by Bigtime

Here's maybe a weird one for this thread, but yesterday evening I stumbled upon the news that Global News shuttered their contracts for helicopter traffic updates across the country.

No more little Robinson 44 making noise all over the city when we all use Waze anyways. It was also up all the time on weekends, what was up with that?

I won't miss it.

Drones

[Bigtime]

Ship and Anchor owner worried proposed development could ‘contribute to our demise’

https://livewirecalgary.com/2026/01/...oogle_vignette

The owner of the iconic Ship and Anchor Pub on 17 Avenue SW fears a proposed development could mean the demise of their Beltline establishment.

“It is unrealistic to think that the music can be muted to the point that it will be acceptable to someone trying to sleep in the apartments. It will almost certainly lead to complaints, which bylaw officers will have to respond to and we will have to address,” he said.

“If, however, this project is approved as currently presented, then putting on live shows as we have for 35 years, free to our customers as they’ve always been, at the same volume as they’ve always been presented, could, in fact, contribute to our demise.”

There was also concern expressed over potential conflict between residents in the new units and Ship customers.

“We don’t think Ship customers are going to be nearly as comfortable in that setting, and that would compromise what has become a very popular spot for the Beltline community further,” Ballantyne said.

“If we were in a situation that some of the residents overlooking the patio are also bothered by the music or crowds on the patio, it might not just be awkward. It is conceivable that it could become openly hostile.”

[Bigtime]

FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS ANNOUNCES SIGNING OF FAIRMONT CALGARY

https://trumandevelopment.com/hospitality/

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – January 22nd, 2026 – World-renowned luxury hospitality brand, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of the leading hospitality group Accor, in partnership with development group Truman, today announced the development of a new 225-key Fairmont hotel slated to open in Q4 2031. At a premier location within Calgary’s Greater Downtown, the new mixed-use development when complete, will house beautifully appointed guest rooms; a signature spa and wellness offering; a robust meetings and events program supporting Calgary’s burgeoning convention demand and 100 luxury branded residences.

[Bigtime]

Rampant speculation occurring on skyscraper nerd websites about the possible location. I'm wondering if this could be the site of the long proposed second City Centre tower in Eau Claire? The first tower went up back around 2010, and rumours always floated around that they were courting a Fairmont or Shangri-La for the second tower.

[troutman]

I started my Stag at the Ship.

[Jimmy Stang]

Originally Posted by troutman

I started my Stag at the Ship.

Mine ended shortly after the Ship. The patio was closing, there were a number of shots lined up for me, and instead of moving inside I thought I'd down them in quick succession so we could go to Wicked Wedge.

I remember entering Wicked Wedge, ordering, etc. but I have no recollection of leaving or anything thereafter despite being conscious. Not puking down the side of the car, not the car wash, not being carried into the house. Nothing.

It was honestly the only time in my life I was blackout drunk.

[Muta]

Originally Posted by Bigtime

Rampant speculation occurring on skyscraper nerd websites about the possible location. I'm wondering if this could be the site of the long proposed second City Centre tower in Eau Claire? The first tower went up back around 2010, and rumours always floated around that they were courting a Fairmont or Shangri-La for the second tower.

Very exciting! I'm trying to remember - was the original plan at one time for the second tower to it to hold a Ritz-Carlton? I seem to remember that being a thing.

[Sliver]

There's definitely a Ship & Anchor guy. I'm not that guy. I've been probably 20 times and every single time I marvel at how much people like it because I just don't see it. It's meh.

I will say I do enjoy that people love it and it's special to them, so would be a shame for it to go away. Honestly doubt there's anything to worry about right now, though.

[mogg]

Originally Posted by Bigtime

Rampant speculation occurring on skyscraper nerd websites about the possible location. I'm wondering if this could be the site of the long proposed second City Centre tower in Eau Claire? The first tower went up back around 2010, and rumours always floated around that they were courting a Fairmont or Shangri-La for the second tower.

Isn’t it just the old Weadickville site at Macleod and 17th? They mention Stampede Park and the BMO expansion in the press release. IIRC the developer(s) had been announced but not the actual hotel brand.

[Bigtime]

Originally Posted by mogg

Isn’t it just the old Weadickville site at Macleod and 17th? They mention Stampede Park and the BMO expansion in the press release. IIRC the developer(s) had been announced but not the actual hotel brand.

No, that's yet another Truman project that has already had their ceremonial groundbreaking. This is a new one and the drawing from the press release is nothing like the renderings for the Stampede hotel that are out.

[Ace]

Originally Posted by DownInFlames

Sage Hill store as well. People are predicting the demise of Co-op but they just opened a new store in Cochrane and the new 16th Ave location looks pretty much complete.


Their prices are high but I still shop their to support local over sending my money to a billionaire out East or in the U.S.

Anyone know if they are keeping the gas bar at sage hill?

[Hockeyguy15]

Originally Posted by Ace

Anyone know if they are keeping the gas bar at sage hill?

Gas bar and liquor store are staying.

[troutman]

Originally Posted by Sliver

There's definitely a Ship & Anchor guy. I'm not that guy. I've been probably 20 times and every single time I marvel at how much people like it because I just don't see it. It's meh.

I will say I do enjoy that people love it and it's special to them, so would be a shame for it to go away. Honestly doubt there's anything to worry about right now, though.

All the hot girls wear glasses (Yeah!)

[mogg]

Originally Posted by Bigtime

No, that's yet another Truman project that has already had their ceremonial groundbreaking. This is a new one and the drawing from the press release is nothing like the renderings for the Stampede hotel that are out.

Yep my bad. There are a number of clues in the rendering that indicate it’s not that site.

[Lubicon]

Originally Posted by Bigtime

Rampant speculation occurring on skyscraper nerd websites about the possible location. I'm wondering if this could be the site of the long proposed second City Centre tower in Eau Claire? The first tower went up back around 2010, and rumours always floated around that they were courting a Fairmont or Shangri-La for the second tower.

The wording 'Greater Downtown' location tells me it may not be in the core.

[getbak]

With all the references in the press release to the Stampede and BMO Centre and the use of the term "Greater Downtown" (which implies not in "actual" downtown), it seems to be talking about a location near Stampede Park.

I wonder if it's one of the "Future Hotel Sites" on the north side of Stampede Park?


From the CMLC website

[Bigtime]

Does any of that scream "Fairmont" though? Yes, they have all that talk about the Stampede redevelopments, but do you really picture that area at all when you think of the Fairmont brand? That's what's hurting my brain.

[surferguy]

Would it be in the Truman Tower?

[Bigtime]

Originally Posted by surferguy

Would it be in the Truman Tower?

Nope, that's the W and JW Marriott already. This is a new one, Truman is crazy right now.