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Calgary Asks for Double Arts Funding | Calgary News
Calgary’s Werklund Centre overhaul — once Arts Commons — is facing a massive $345 million price tag, up $75 million from initial estimates, as city officials push for double the funding to $125 million over four years. With only $74.5 million already committed and a $270.5 million gap, council must decide whether this cultural cornerstone — vital for downtown revitalization — deserves priority over infrastructure, safety, and recreation. Construction won’t start until 2029, but full funding must be secured by 2026. The province has pledged $103 million, and federal matching funds and…
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