Arriving and Accessibility
What’s the Address?
Impact Calgary is located within The Meta Space, which is composed of two buildings, so verify with the person you are meeting, or the event you are attending, to get the right address. Don’t worry if you go to the wrong one because the are right next door to each other 🙂
Location A: 3rd floor of 215 10 Ave SW, so take the elevator up. This location is NOT wheelchair accessible (yet)
Location B: 211 10 Ave SW (the current sign says Prints Charming). This location IS partially wheelchair accessible (accessibility is coming soon)
Our mailing address is: Impact Calgary 301, 215 10 Ave SW Calgary, ABÂ T2R 0A4
Check out Location and Accessibility for detailed information
Location and Accessibility
Impact Calgary is located within The Meta Space in the Beltline, which is composed of two buildings.
Location A:Â 3rd floor of 215 10 Ave SW, so take the elevator up.
This is a historical 3-story red brick building on the south side of 10th Ave SW between 1st and 2nd street SW. The named on the front of the building is MacCosham Place. It has a big 215 on the door.
The front entrance is not wheelchair accessible (yet), so if you require assistance entering the building, we will make every attempt to help you in the building via the stairs. As the building is a designated historical site, we are in the process of removing as many barriers as possible.Â
Location B:Â 211 10 Ave SW (the current sign says Prints Charming)
This is a storefront location where most of the classrooms, labs, and event spaces are located.
This location is wheelchair accessible into the front area, but currently has some inaccessible areas due to a few steps we are in the process of removing as many barriers as possible.Â
If I am walking from downtown, what is the closest Plus15?
As we are a social impact organization, we strongly encourage 1) walking, 2) cycling, 3) public transit, or 4) e-scooter
(in that order of priority)
over 5) driving whenever possible.
The closest Plus15‘s to 10th Avenue are located in City Centre Parkade (Gulf Canada Square) and Calgary Tower/Palliser, both come within 2 blocks of our address.
If you need a boost, there may be a Lime or Bird scooter, or bicycle nearby for the last leg of your journey.
Is there bicycle parking?
As we are a social impact organization, we strongly encourage 1) walking, 2) cycling, 3) public transit, or 4) e-scooter
(in that order of priority) over 5) driving whenever possible.
Public bike racks are plentiful right in front of the building. Indoor bicycle parking is available upon request. Rates and availability vary due to capacity and level of security.
What are the closest transit routes?
As we are a social impact organization, we strongly encourage 1) walking, 2) cycling, 3) public transit, or 4) e-scooter
(in that order of priority) over 5) driving whenever possible.
The closest cTrain stops are WB 1 Street SW (5 minute walk) and EB Centre Street (10 minute walk)
Bus routes 6, 7, 24, 13, 90, and 449 stop within three blocks of The Meta Space.
Local bus stops include NB 1 St SW @ 10 Av SW (Routes 6, 24, 90);Â SB 1 St SW @ 10 Av SW (Routes 90, 13, 449); WB 11 AV S @ Centre ST (Routes 7, 24); Â SB 1 ST SW @ 8 AV SW (Routes 13, 90, 449); NB 4 ST SW @ 7 AV SW (Route 7); EB 12 AV SW @ 2 ST SW (Route 90)
What are some ride sharing options?
As we are a social impact organization, we strongly encourage 1) walking, 2) cycling, 3) public transit, or 4) e-scooter
(in that order of priority) over 5) driving whenever possible.
Ride sharing is a convenient way to cut transportation costs, help reduce congestion, and contribute to environmental protection. Consider scooters and bikes such as Lime, or Bird, or a car share option such as car2go. Â
Coming from out of town? Consider Poparide.
Ride Hailing: Uber or taxi may be an option suitable for you.
Where can I charge my electric vehicle?
Need to charge your electric vehicle (EV)?
Where is a good place to park?
As we are a social impact organization, we strongly encourage 1) walking, 2) cycling, 3) public transit, or 4) e-scooter
(in that order of priority) over 5) driving whenever possible.
If you must drive, there is some free street parking in the area, but you will have to look for it. This map may help.
We also support ParkChamp a started in 2017 by two female founders in Calgary to that helps people find and pay for shared / unused parking spaces. If you have an unused parking space in our neighbourhood, maybe you can list it, and our guests can use it 🙂
Street parking rates fluctuate during the day. Below is an estimated rate. Verify online or at payment machines.
Is there street parking?
As we are a social impact organization, we strongly encourage 1) walking, 2) cycling, 3) public transit, or 4) e-scooter
(in that order of priority) over 5) driving whenever possible.
If you must drive, there is some free street parking in the area, but you will have to look for it. This map may help.
We also support ParkChamp a started in 2017 by two female founders in Calgary to that helps people find and pay for shared / unused parking spaces. If you have an unused parking space in our neighbourhood, maybe you can list it, and our guests can use it 🙂
Street parking rates fluctuate during the day. Below is an estimated rate. Verify online or at payment machines.
Is there a parking lot?
As we are a social impact organization, we strongly encourage 1) walking, 2) cycling, 3) public transit, or 4) e-scooter
(in that order of priority) over 5) driving whenever possible.
We support ParkChamp a started in 2017 by two female founders in Calgary to that helps people find and pay for shared / unused parking spaces. If you have an unused parking space in our neighbourhood, maybe you can list it, and our guests can use it 🙂