Fair Entry

City of Calgary


Description
Provides an application process for subsidized City of Calgary programs and services.

Service offers:

  • access to subsidized City of Calgary programs and services

Includes:

  • Calgary Transit Low Income Monthly Pass - monthly transit passes at a reduced rate for eligible adults and youth
  • Low Income Seniors Yearly Transit Pass - annual transit passes at a reduced rate for eligible older adults
  • Property Tax Assistance Program - offers a property tax credit or rebate for low income homeowners
  • Recreation Fee Assistance - subsidized access to registered programs and admissions to aquatics, arts, fitness, and leisure centres, golf courses, and program partners
  • Seniors Services Home Maintenance Program - home maintenance services (grass mowing, snow removal, and light house cleaning) for individuals 65 years and older living on lower fixed incomes with little or no family supports
  • No Cost Spay / Neuter Program - free spay / neuter services for eligible cats for adult pet owners
  • Calgary Parking Low Income Market Permit - a reduced Market Parking Permit rate for low income applicants who live in large multi - residential buildings that are located in a Residential Parking Zone
  • High-Speed Low-Cost Telecom Services Program - access to low-cost Rogers Communications telecommunication services, including high-speed internet, TV bundles, or wireless services
Eligibility
Yes, Service targeted to:
  • residents of Calgary who meet low income eligibility criteria
  • individual programs may have further eligibility criteria
Accepted proofs of income include:
  • Assured Income for Severely Handicapped benefits (AISH)
  • Alberta Works: Income subsidy/support
  • Alberta Works: Learners
  • Alberta Works: Alberta Health Benefit
  • Resettlement Assistance Program
  • Independent youth letter (a letter from school principal, guidance counsellor, or Child and Youth Support Program of Alberta Children’s Services)
  • Canada Revenue Agency: Notice of Assessment (The combined total income from line 15000 for all adult household members is required.)
  • Letter from a Registered Social Worker (RSW) (used as a last resort and one-time only)
Application Process
Service Access: Application Required, To access service:
  • call or visit website for an application form
  • submit completed application form via mail, fax, or in person

Referral Process: No


Waiting Period: Yes,

Wait time varies. 


Telephone
3-1-1
Telephone
403-268-CITY (2489)
Fax
403-268-2596
Web Site
https://www.calgary.ca/fairentry
Email
fairentry@calgary.ca
Languages
English
Fees
Fee: No


Fee Reduction: No


Membership Fee: No


Accessibility
Wheelchair access: Yes - Calgary Municipal Building, Plaza (Main) Level is accessible via ramps at the west entrance and by elevator from the north; all washrooms accessible; accessible parking in City Hall parkade; street level elevator off Macleod Trail.
Other disabled access: Yes - Elevators have raised print buttons and voice announcement of floors. Traffic lights on corners adjacent to City Hall have audio and visual signals.
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Agency Information
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Last Verified On
July 5, 2023
Address
800 Macleod Trail SE
Calgary, AB, T2G 2M3
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Hours of Operation
Mon
08:00 AM to 06:00 PM
Tue
08:00 AM to 06:00 PM
Wed
08:00 AM to 06:00 PM
Thu
08:00 AM to 06:00 PM
Fri
08:00 AM to 06:00 PM

Applications accepted until 5:45 PM.