Environment & Sustainability

Co-Existing With Nature

Outside landscaping reflects Alberta’s natural grasslands, supporting thriving urban biodiversity. Rainwater is harvested through cisterns.

Indoor water use is minimized through low-flow design, achieving overall 38% reduction.

Waste Diversion

The BMO Centre’s contributes to the Calgary Stampede’s Park-wide diversion rate of over 85%; 14 materials such as organics, lightbulbs, wood, metal, textiles, are recycled, upcycled, or donated.

Energy Minimalists

Building performance goes above and beyond national energy codes and is built to sustainable building standards set out by the City of Calgary’s Sustainable Building Policy. It is commissioned to maximize energy efficiencies and designed to add future solar photovoltaic technology, offsetting energy demands and driving performance towards sustainability goals.

Culinary Standards

Our Grown Right. Here. program is one of our many environment and sustainability initiatives, which supports our commitment to sourcing sustainable, ethical and delicious food all while giving back to the community. It provides culinary experiences for guests that cultivates closer connections to where their food comes from.

Meals are donated to local groups in need through partnerships.

Investing in Local Arts

The numerous art pieces throughout the halls of the BMO Centre share stories of the Stampede's roots in western heritage and cultures, including a long history of Indigenous relationships.

These pieces were commissioned from artists based in Alberta or with Alberta roots, including Indigenous artists.

Giving Back

The BMO Centre is one of the few world-class convention centers owned by a not-for-profit organization: the Calgary Stampede.

Therefore, by choosing the BMO Centre, you are giving back to the community by supporting youth programs with the Calgary Stampede Foundation.

Zero-Emission Transportation

The BMO Centre is easily accessible by the city’s local clean-energy train network, powered 100% by renewable wind energy.

Creating Adaptable Spaces

Resiliency features of the BMO Centre ensure a safe and proactive approach to floods and fires.

Pathways To Encourage Wellness

The BMO Centre is connected to the largest bike and walking pathway network in North America. Guests and visitors can connect with nature in between meetings and events throughout the 16 acres of green space along the Elbow River on Stampede Park.

All-Audience Accessibility

Inclusive and accessible design is front of mind at the BMO Centre. Features such as service dog relief areas, universal washrooms with barrier free adult changerooms, tactile handrails cues and visual aids ensures all guests feel taken care of.

The BMO Centre Expansion is proud to receive Gold Certification from the Risk Hansen Foundation showcasing venue accessibility for guests with varying disabilities, ranging from mobility, vision and hearing. This is just one of the ways the BMO Centre is proud to welcome all guests and community members to our world-class gathering place.

For more information on Stampede Park or BMO Centre accessibility features click here.