WHAT
DOES
CALGARY
MEAN
TO
YOU
?
SHOW YOUR SPARK!
SHARE YOUR STORY
Tell us what Calgary means to you in a short story, photograph, poem or illustration and we will put your response in a commemorative book celebrating Calgary’s 150th year.
This is a great opportunity for all Calgarians to unite and create something beautiful and meaningful in these uncertain and chaotic times. Your response will help capture the tone and spirit of Calgary during its 150th year. This commemorative book is destined to become a symbol of Calgarians unity and pride and serve as a reminder that what makes a city great is its citizens and their personal and individual stories.
What you need to know before responding:
• This initiative is only open to residents of Calgary.
• Only one response per person is permitted.
• Must include the authors full name, email and telephone number.
• By responding the author grants consent for their story, photograph, poem or illustration to be reproduced in the published book.
• Due to the physical constraints (size and page count) of the book, not all responses can be published. Every effort will be made to include as many responses as possible.
• Please avoid the use of AI, in whole or in part, to complete your response. We want to see your creativity.
Short Story and Poetry Responses
• Cannot exceed 500 words.
• May be subject to typographical and grammatical editing for improved readability.
Photo and Illustration Responses
• Must be saved in high resolution for optimal reproduction.
• Must be accompanied with a detailed caption /description of the images context and relevance to the theme of the book ‘What does Calgary mean to you.’
Deadline for responses is July 31, 2026
Book responses and questions can be directed to calgary150th@gmail.com
