Event Recap: Luncheon with Todd Hirsch
April 13, 2015
On April 9, 2015, a packed room at the Fairmont Palliser yet again, we all eagerly awaited to hear from the seven time speaker Todd Hirsch about the future of our economy here in Alberta.
Luncheon with the King!
April 08, 2015
If you haven’t been to a BOMA luncheon recently, you really have been missing out. The March meeting had Ken King, the CEO of the Calgary Flames as the speaker and what a speaker he is! Not only does he tell you interesting stories; he tells very real ones on a human level. Mr.
BOMA and the Community
April 08, 2015
The BOMA Supporting Member Council committee organized another successful volunteer event at the Calgary Drop-In Centre last week. The BOMA group brought gifts from the Drop In Centre needs list and assisted serving dinner. It was great to reach out as a team and assist the community.
Top 10 Energy Tips
March 23, 2015
Use these common low or no-cost strategies to reduce energy, improve your building’s performance and save money! 1.Optimize outdoor air flows To reduce energy caused by unnecessary heating and cooling, optimize your systems to bring in the right amount of outdoor air for current uses and occupant needs. 2.
Event Recap – BOMA 2015 Ski Day
March 20, 2015
It was an early morning for the BOMA ski trip newbies and survivors. All the sleepy-eyed BOMA ski bums showed up at COP on time, including the bus drivers! We were all set and ready for the day of skiing and adventures ahead of us.
BOMA Community Says Farewell to Billy BOMA
December 19, 2014
On December 11, over 700 members of the BOMA Community gathered at the Westin Calgary for the annual BOMA Calgary Christmas Luncheon. The festivities included donations to the BOMA Calgary Foundation from the proceeds of the 2014 BOMA Golf Tournament and from Board Member Fred W. Edwards.
Winter Interiors: How to beat fluctuating temperatures
November 12, 2014
Autumn in Calgary this year has been spectacular – sunny, warm days illuminating the changing colours of the city’s trees and shrubs. However, as lucky as we have been, Calgarians know what lies in the days ahead: cold winds, piles of snow and sloppy chinooks.
Learning About Transit from Cities that Work
November 10, 2014
By William G. R. Partridge, CAE (Note: The opinions expressed herein are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views or position of BOMA Calgary.) I recently had the pleasure to visit Washington DC, the capitol of the United States. It is more configured like “Fortress Washington”.
Floor Care for Winter Conditions
November 04, 2014
The leaves and the temperature are beginning to fall, a sure sign that Calgary’s winter is soon to arrive. Calgary’s winter climate, which swings from bitter cold, to blowing snow, to Chinook warmth creates a challenging environment in which to maintain snow and ice at your property.
Winter Preparation: 10 Things Building Managers Should do
October 30, 2014
Building Managers – get ready for winter! Check roofs and flashing – review to see what has been left on the roofs during the Calgary construction season. Look to see if any flashing has come loose during the warm weather months. Cladding – check to see that the cladding will withstand another winter blast.
Mayor Nenshi and Enmax Announces Re-energization for 5:00 AM Thursday October 16
October 15, 2014
Power Outage in Downtown Calgary | Power to Resume Thursday October 16, 5:00 AM Mayor Nenshi and Enmax have announced that the power in the west section of downtown will resume at 5:00 am on Thursday October 16, 2014.
Preparing for Power to Resume (Downtown Power Outage)
October 15, 2014
RE-ENTRY PROCESSES FOR BUILDING OWNERS AND MANAGERS Updated 18:27 hrs. RE-ENTRY PROCESSES FOR BUILDING OWNERS AND MANAGERS If you have engaged professionals to control or support you re-energization, please consult with them on the suggestions below. Prior to Switchover Communicate with your tenants and occupants to keep them apprised.