Calgary Fair Entry

AlbertaLiving costsChecked October 23, 2026

Calgary Fair Entry is one application for several City of Calgary programs for low-income residents. It can cover reduced transit passes, lower recreation fees, property tax help and some pet services.

How much

Discounts vary by program: reduced transit passes, reduced recreation fees, property tax assistance and no-cost spay or neuter services.

When it's paid

Discounts are applied to the individual program, not paid as cash.

Who qualifies

You live within the City of Calgary limits
Your household income is low enough under the City's income test (based on the Low Income Cut-Off)
Some programs also need proof of age, such as the low-income senior transit pass and seniors home maintenance

How to apply

Read the Fair Entry information on calgary.ca/fairentry
Fill in one Fair Entry application that covers all the programs you may use
Provide proof of income, such as your latest Notice of Assessment, or income documents from AISH or Alberta Works
Questions go to 311 or calgary.ca/fairentry

What to have ready

Canada Revenue Agency Notice of Assessment, or other income proof
Proof of Calgary address
Proof of age for age-based programs, such as a birth certificate, driver's licence or Alberta health care card

Add to a printable checklist with other benefits

Common mistakes to avoid

Applying from outside Calgary city limits
Using an old third-party site with out-of-date instructions instead of the City page
Filling out separate applications for each program when one Fair Entry form covers them

Still being confirmed: The exact income thresholds and the list of covered programs change over time. Check the City page for current figures. Check the official page for the latest details.

Official sources

City of Calgary: Fair Entry ↗

Last checked against these pages on October 23, 2026.

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