Why We Endorse Sarah Ferguson
Sarah’s years of on-the-ground work as a Constituent Assistant mean she already knows how to navigate municipal services and government with expertise. She’s a candidate who has proven herself to be a highly effective and hands-on advocate for the needs of local Calgarians.
About Sarah Ferguson
Calgary City Council candidate Sarah Ferguson has worked as a Constituent Assistant in Ward 12 since 2021. With over a decade of advocacy and volunteer work, Sarah has mastered the art of fostering genuine connections between her community and City Council. She has built meaningful relationships with residents, businesses, and community organizations, all of which will serve her well as a councillor. Her priorities, such as transit connectivity and affordable housing, show her understanding of the needs of Ward 12’s evolving demographic.
City government is about laying the foundations for all of us to build strong communities. I want to keep engaging, connecting, and empowering all of us to build community. We need to work together to understand residents’ needs and lay a strong foundation for our families, friends, and neighbours.
– Sarah Ferguson
Sarah’s qualifications include:
- Longtime Constituent Assistant for Ward 12
- Former President of the McKenzie Towne Community Association
- Board member with Parachutes for Pets among several other boards
Sarah is someone who knows from experience how City government works and how to get things done for Ward 12. With no incumbent running, she is the clear best choice.
Check out Ward 12
Ward 12 includes the Seton YMCA, which boasts a 330,000 sq. ft facility that was North America’s largest YMCA at the time it was completed. The Seton YMCA also hosts ‘The Nest’, a public art installation which communicates ideas of nurture, growth, discovery, and inclusivity.
Learn More
If you want to learn more about Sarah and see where she stands on critical issues facing Calgarians today, check out his responses to our Candidate Questionnaire:
My decision to run for City Council stems from years of deep involvement with Ward 12’s communities. I’ve built meaningful relationships with residents, businesses, and community organizations through consistent advocacy and on-the-ground work.
I’m running because I’m loyal to my communities and committed to continuing the work we’ve started together. My candidacy represents the natural progression of my career in community advocacy and draws on the practical knowledge I’ve gained about how our ward and city function.
On housing affordability:
I support increased density in the Calgary donut so that ward 12 residents are not overburdened by high taxes while being under served with public amenities. To accomplish this I support improvements in the zoning code through the upcoming zoning bylaw reform.
On public transit:
I have been advocating for better transit in Ward 12 including adding much needed extra stops along the 302, On Demand service to new communities, and support for expanding the MAX BRT network to better serve areas in Ward 12.
Ward 12 was promised a green line connection and residents in my ward deserve to see that commitment kept. The Green Line is a priority for residents in ward 12 and it is a priority for me. It’s more than just a transit project; it’s about building Calgary and making sure people can get where they need to go. Calgarians were promised a full line from the south to the north, and it’s time we delivered on that. That means working with our Provincial counterparts, fighting for fair and reliable funding from all levels of government, and putting an end to the political games that have delayed this project and cost us time, money, and public trust.
On climate planning:
Climate change isn’t a future problem — it’s here now. We need to act like it. We support building climate resilience into every major city decision — from transit to housing to procurement. That means investing in electrified transit, enabling energy-efficient buildings, preserving natural assets, and supporting green infrastructure. Being better stewards of our resources doesn’t just help our environment, it is also fiscally responsible decision making. We also need to prepare for climate impacts — including flooding, drought, and extreme heat — with strong adaptation and emergency response strategies. Climate action is city-building.
On public services:
Public-private partnerships can be useful when carefully structured — but they are not a substitute for core public service delivery. Our focus should always be on value for Calgarians, transparency, and accountability. If a partnership helps us deliver services faster, better, or more efficiently without compromising access or equity, it should be considered. But cuts for the sake of ideology? That’s not leadership. Public services should serve the public — not private profit.
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