List of mayors of Calgary facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mayor of Calgary |
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.jpg) Jyoti Gondek since October 26, 2021 |
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| Style | Mayor, His/Her Worship |
| Member of | City Council |
| Reports to | City Council |
| Seat | Calgary Municipal Building (Calgary, Alberta, Canada) |
| Appointer | Direct election by residents of Calgary |
| Term length | 4 years |
| Formation | December 4, 1884 |
| First holder | George Murdoch (Town) |
| Salary | $191,589 plus benefits (2011) |
| Website | http://calgarymayor.ca/ |
A mayor is the leader of a city or town. They are chosen by the people who live there to help make important decisions. The mayor works with the City Council to manage the city. This includes things like public services, city planning, and making sure Calgary is a great place to live.
This article shares information about the people who have served as mayor of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, since the city was formed.
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What Does a Mayor Do?
The mayor is like the chief executive officer of a city. They lead the City Council meetings and represent Calgary to other cities and governments. Mayors help set the city's goals and work to achieve them. They also play a big role in the city's budget and how money is spent.
How Mayors Are Chosen
In Calgary, the mayor is chosen by the people through an election. Citizens vote for the person they believe will best lead the city. Once elected, a mayor usually serves a term of four years.
History of Calgary's Mayors
Calgary has had many mayors since it was first established as a town. Each mayor has helped shape the city into what it is today. They have overseen periods of growth, change, and challenges.
Calgary's First Mayor
The very first mayor of Calgary was George Murdoch. He took office on December 4, 1884. At that time, Calgary was still a small town. Murdoch helped set up the early rules and systems for the town's government. He served until October 21, 1886.
Longest-Serving Mayors
Over the years, some mayors have served for a long time. For example, Andrew Davison was mayor from January 1, 1930, to December 31, 1945. This was a period of 16 years. Al Duerr also served for 12 years, from October 23, 1989, to October 22, 2001. These long terms allowed them to make lasting impacts on the city.
Recent Mayors
In more recent times, Naheed Nenshi served as mayor from October 25, 2010, to October 26, 2021. He was a very well-known mayor.
Current Mayor of Calgary
The current mayor of Calgary is Jyoti Gondek. She took office on October 26, 2021. As of July 2025, she continues to lead the city. She is the first woman to be elected mayor of Calgary.
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Jyoti Gondek, the current mayor of Calgary.
See also
- List of Calgary municipal elections
- Calgary City Council
