A city that connects with the people who serve it.

Calgary Salutes is a City of Calgary committee that coordinates military ceremonial and community events, and strengthens the connection between Calgarians, serving members, veterans, and military families.

Calgary Spirit Hits the West Coast at the Annual Esquimalt Barn Burner
ESQUIMALT, BC (May 23, 2026) — High-country hospitality met naval tradition this weekend at the annual HMCS Calgary Barn Burner, hosted at the HMCS Venture Gunroom. The evening celebrated the enduring community bond between the city of Calgary and the crew of its namesake frigate. Pictured left to right: James Costello (CEO, Tool Shed Brewing Company), Commander Matthew Woodburn (Commanding Officer, HMCS Calgary), and DJ Kelly (Calgary City Councillor, Ward 4).​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Featured photographRaj TANEJA - Friends of HMCS Calgary
Featured event

The flagship public event of Calgary Salutes.

Thursday · Open to the public
2
Jul
2026
6:00 p.m. — 9:00 p.m.
Venue
The Commons at ATCO Park | Blue Flame Kitchen
Featured event

HMCS Calgary Barn Burner (Calgary)

The Calgary Barn Burner brings Calgarians together for military-community recognition in a civic, family-friendly evening of dinner, drinks, and Stampede entertainment.

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The committee

One coordinating body.
Three subcommittees.

Calgary Salutes is chaired by Councillor DJ Kelly (Ward 4) and reports to Council through the Community Development Committee. Each subcommittee carries a distinct mandate within the committee's coordinating work.

01 / 03Maritime

Friends of HMCS Calgary Subcommittee

Promotes public knowledge of HMCS Calgary, sustains ties between CAF personnel and Calgarians, and hosts recognition events including Barn Burner programs.

Chair · Cynthia Wagner→
02 / 03Archival

Heritage and History Subcommittee

Increases public awareness of Canadian military heritage and history, with emphasis on units and stories connected to Calgary.

Chair · John Tyrrell→
03 / 03Civic outreach

Community Engagement Subcommittee

Supports military units and members in Calgary, recognizes service and families, and builds collaborations across the community.

Chair · Daniel Deluce→
Recent dispatches

From the committee.

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June 7, 2026Coordinating committee

HMCS Calgary Command Team Brunch — June 7, 2026

The new command team of HMCS Calgary joined Calgary Salutes committee members and supporters for a private working brunch at The Carriage House Inn, Calgary — the first face-to-face meeting between the ship's incoming leadership and the civilian committee ahead of the summer event season.

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June 6, 2026Coordinating committee

Committee returns from Esquimalt with renewed focus on Calgary Barn Burner

Friends of HMCS Calgary recently returned from Victoria and Esquimalt — a reminder that the relationship between Calgary and its namesake ship is not symbolic. It is active, personal, and worth showing up for. Now it is Calgary's turn.

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May 23, 2026Coordinating committee

Esquimalt Barn Burner Epic Weekend marks 31st anniversary of HMCS Calgary

Calgary Salutes joined HMCS Calgary and the Esquimalt community for the 31st anniversary of the ship's commissioning, May 22–24. The weekend included the Paris Sahlen Golf Tournament, the annual Barn Burner, an Orca Class day sail, and a Wardroom reception.

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