Calgarians Remain Resilient Despite Declining Quality of Life, Survey Suggests

The Calgary Foundation's 2026 Quality of Life Report found that 86 percent of respondents agreed Calgary was a great place to live.
Calgarians Remain Resilient Despite Declining Quality of Life, Survey Suggests

A new survey from The Calgary Foundation indicates that the majority of Calgary residents still view their city favorably as a place to live and raise a family. Despite financial pressures and diminishing perceptions of quality of life, only a small percentage are considering leaving. This resilience is highlighted by the lowest recorded figure for those contemplating a move in the survey’s history.

  • 86% of Calgary residents consider the city a good place to live.
  • 85% consider Calgary a good place to raise a family.
  • Only 17% are considering leaving Calgary within the next five years, the lowest figure in the survey’s history.
  • The survey, conducted by The Calgary Foundation, polled 1,000 residents on topics including housing affordability, finances, community connections, and overall well-being.
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