Strong winds sweeping through Calgary over the past two days have caused damage downtown and forced the cancellation of the Calgary Expo parade, a major event at the annual pop culture convention.
Environment Canada issued a wind warning for the Calgary region on Friday, April 24, 2026, with gusts expected to reach up to 100 km/h. The warning remained in effect through Saturday, April 25.
Calgary Expo organizers announced the cancellation of the parade, originally scheduled for Saturday, citing safety concerns due to the high winds. The parade is one of the convention's most popular events, drawing thousands of attendees.
Downtown businesses reported damage from flying debris and fallen signage. No injuries have been reported as of Saturday afternoon. City crews were deployed to clear debris and assess structural damage.
Environment Canada expects winds to ease by Sunday, April 26, with calmer conditions returning early next week.
