2025 Mayoral Candidates Forum on Housing Affordability and Neighbourhood Growth

On October 7th, Jeromy Farkas, Jyoti Gondek, Sonya Sharp, and Brian Thiessen, will take the stage for a moderated discussion that will explore each of their visions for how Calgary can address rising housing costs, guide neighbourhood change, and balance community concerns with citywide priorities.

Over the course of the evening, candidates will share their visions, respond to key questions, and engage with the public on topics ranging from design, land use policy, permitting, and the role of community voices.

This is your chance to hear directly from the candidates, compare perspectives, and take part in a vital civic conversation about Calgary’s future.

Event Details

Date: Tuesday, October 7th
Doors: 5:00 PM
Event Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Location: Calgary Central Library,
Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall
Moderated by: Paul Karchut,
Host of Daybreak Alberta on CBC Radio Calgary

About OC/DC

Open Concepts Design Collective is a non-profit society committed to advancing critical and interdisciplinary design discourse across the fields of architecture, urbanism, and the built environment. We bring together designers, advocates and enthusiasts to explore bold ideas, elevate conversation, and pursue excellence in city- and space-making. Through research initiatives, public lectures, teaching, and advocacy, we create platforms for experimentation, dialogue, and meaningful impact in the design of our shared environments.