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Supporting CMLC in Delivering Over C$700 Million in Capital Projects

February 4, 2026
Authors
Riley WhitlockPartner
Troy MackAssociate
Samantha LushAssociate
Luke StretchAssociate
Daniel (Dan) R. ChubbPartner
Jason D. RothPartner
Brian P. ReidPartner
Allegra HesselsAssociate
Jenna BrackmanAssociate

The Calgary Municipal Land Corporation (CMLC) is advancing an ambitious program of more than C$700 million in capital projects throughout 2026, reinforcing its role as a leader in revitalizing Calgary’s downtown and surrounding communities. Bennett Jones is proud to represent CMLC as it delivers this significant portfolio of real estate and infrastructure initiatives that continue to shape the city’s future.

A major focus for 2026 is the launch of five new developments in Calgary’s East Village, which will bring approximately 600 new housing units and 132 new hotel rooms to the community. CMLC is also progressing planning work on 13 future transit‑oriented communities, developments that will ultimately replace existing park‑and‑ride lots at key CTrain stations and introduce housing, retail and public spaces.

Additional major projects advancing in 2026 include the $70‑million transformation of Olympic Plaza, the continued expansion of the $660‑million Werklund Centre and multiple infrastructure improvements supporting the Culture + Entertainment District and other downtown redevelopment initiatives.

Bennett Jones advises CMLC through a multidisciplinary team with deep experience in major real estate, government advisory and infrastructure work. Our lawyers are proactive, deal‑oriented advisors across development, construction, land‑use planning, commercial leasing and property management, bringing a strong understanding of market cycles and emerging industry demands. As a firm recognized for its strength in helping clients solve their most complex legal matters, Bennett Jones supports CMLC in advancing transformative projects that strengthen Calgary’s economy.

Read more in The Calgary Herald.

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Authors

Riley Whitlock, Partner
Calgary  •   403.298.3047  •   whitlockr@bennettjones.com
Troy Mack, Associate
Calgary  •   403.298.3332  •   mackt@bennettjones.com
Samantha Lush, Associate
Calgary  •   403.298.3208  •   lushs@bennettjones.com
Luke Stretch, Associate
Calgary  •   403.298.3030  •   stretchl@bennettjones.com
Daniel (Dan) R. Chubb, Partner
Edmonton  •   780.917.4271  •   chubbd@bennettjones.com
Jason D. Roth, Partner
Calgary  •   403.298.2070  •   rothj@bennettjones.com
Brian P. Reid, Partner
Calgary  •   403.298.3146  •   reidb@bennettjones.com
Allegra Hessels, Associate
Calgary  •   403.298.4464  •   hesselsa@bennettjones.com
Jenna Brackman, Associate
Edmonton  •   780.917.5240  •   brackmanj@bennettjones.com