Calgary Council’s Secret Meetings Under Scrutiny | Calgary News

Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

Calgary city council takes a bold step toward transparency, narrowly approving a motion to publish an annual summary of private, in-camera meetings—revealing when and why they convened. While meant to inform the public about sensitive discussions like privacy or business deals, critics warn it could turn into a political scorecard, pressuring councilors to rush decisions. With nearly 30 hours already logged in closed sessions this term, some question the need for a new report when data is already trackable—arguing the real goal should be smarter, not just more visible, governance. Listen in…