Calgary River Safety

• Calgary floaters warned to stay safe on the Bow River

  Officials are reminding water users to be safe on the water, as accidents can happen in an instant. Floaters are encouraged to have fun but stay safe.

  Weather

  Aug 22, 2022
  
• Advisory issued for Calgary’s Bow, Elbow rivers during spring snowmelt

  Crews with the Calgary Fire Department's aquatics team will be monitoring the rivers while the advisories are in place.

  Environment

  Jun 1, 2020
  
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• New program promotes safety along Calgary’s rivers

  River Ambassadors took to Calgary's riverbanks, spreading the word about water safety.

  Environment

  Jul 25, 2018
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• Fast flowing Bow River prompts boating advisory in Calgary

  There are no current flood advisories related to the city, however river flooding typically occurs between May 15 and July 15 due to the combination of snowmelt and heavy rainfall.

  Environment

  May 28, 2018