Let's Downtown Differently

A vibrant downtown is more than just a place, it’s an experience. It sets the tone for a city, tells its story, and brings people together. Whether through bold design or thoughtful simplicity, a well-planned downtown can inspire pride, connection, and opportunity.

That’s why Council has made Downtown Revitalization a top priority with the vision to transform the heart of Airdrie into a dynamic, welcoming hub that reflects community’s spirit and potential. Downtown revitalization goals include:

• Doubling downtown development by supporting local business growth and attracting new investment
• Expanding housing options to welcome more residents into the core
• Creating vibrant experiences through events and public spaces that draw visitors and foster community pride
• Promoting sustainable growth through smart planning and collaboration

To help with the revitalization, incentives are available to support redevelopment, beautification and business growth in the heart of downtown.

These incentives offer financial support and streamlined services for a wide range of projects, including:

• Building and storefront upgrades
• New patios and outdoor seating
• Public art and temporary installations
• Environmental assessments
• Structured parking
• New developments and redevelopments

Applications are accepted on an ongoing, first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted or the program ends, whichever comes first.

View downtown incentives, grants and subsidies

Downtown Revitalization Plan

This isn’t just another development plan, it’s a call to action to “downtown differently.” Our Core Strategy: A Revitalization Plan for Downtown Airdrie is a forward-thinking strategy that dives into what makes downtown tick, identifying its strengths, addressing its challenges, and setting bold goals to reimagine its future. The vision? A vibrant, thriving downtown that’s alive with opportunity.

Over the next decade, this revitalization is projected to welcome 1,000 to 7,000 new residents and jobs and generate up to $154 million in new assessment value

It’s more than a plan, it’s a movement to energize the heart of our city and shape a downtown that reflects the spirit and ambition of Airdrie.

Read the Downtown Area Revitalization Plan (pdf)

Community Revitalization Levy (CRL)

The CRL is a provincially-enabled financial tool that supports infrastructure and encourages investment. It redirects the tax revenue from new developments and property enhancements within a designated area to fund revitalization projects.

Learn how the CRL is helping us revitalize downtown