Friday, October 23, 2026
Residents in Calgary’s growing southeast will gain a permanent fire station and a new public library in one shared community hub, with construction now underway on the Walden Fire Station and Library.
With an estimated project cost of $34.2 million, the project will create Calgary’s first integrated fire station and public library. The facility, located at 969 Walden Drive S.E., will include a permanent two-bay fire station and a new Calgary Public Library location serving residents of Walden, Legacy, Chaparral, Wolf Willow and surrounding communities. The facility is anticipated to open in 2028.
“This project reflects the kind of thoughtful infrastructure investment that helps build a more connected, resilient and livable Calgary,” said Mayor Jeromy Farkas. “By bringing essential services together in one location and making efficient use of public resources, we’re creating lasting value for residents and helping build thriving communities.”
The Government of Alberta contributed $4.1 million toward the project through the Local Government Fiscal Framework and the former Municipal Sustainability Initiative, supporting the delivery of this investment in Calgary’s southeast.
“The Walden Fire Station and Library is a prime example of creative thinking about municipal infrastructure,” said Dan Williams, Alberta Minister of Municipal Affairs. “Through Municipal Affairs’ more than $4 million investment, our government is proud to help create family-focused spaces that will improve livability and inspire Calgary citizens long into the future.”
The facility is being built on the site of the existing Walden Temporary Fire Station and will help meet the long-term service needs of southeast Calgary.
“This new station will strengthen our ability to provide timely emergency response in Calgary’s south and ensure firefighters have the facilities, equipment and resources they need to serve the community effectively,” said Steve Dongworth, Fire Chief, Calgary Fire Department.
The new full-service Library will include collections, children’s spaces, technology, meeting rooms and programming space in Calgary’s growing southeast, where demand for Library service continues to increase.
“Walden Fire Station and Library brings long-needed, important civic infrastructure to a community who will now have a place to gather and connect together,” said Sarah Meilleur, CEO, Calgary Public Library.
Featured image: (City of Calgary)
