Calgary on Purpose: Winter 2026

At our next Calgary on Purpose evening, we’ll explore the people, ideas and cultural shifts influencing Calgary today, and what they might tell us about the city we are becoming.

We'll hear from CONTRA, the boundary-pushing musician, filmmaker and creative director helping redefine Calgary's cultural landscape; Adam Pekarsky, entrepreneur, executive search professional and keen observer of Calgary's emerging leaders; and Lisa Jacobs, the award-winning bassist and songwriter is bringing her remarkable musical talents and stories to the stage. And, we are launching a new feature celebrating inspiring community builders.

Dave Kelly will guide us through an evening of humour, music and conversation as we explore how our new generation of leadership is shaping the city we're becoming.

Calgary on Purpose evenings are about gathering together, being curious about one another and paying attention to the people and possibilities already around us.