MEC Calgary Store
Learn about Calgary's Green Building Systems.
The Calgary store established an initial presence with a U-Haul trailer full of gear driven out from Vancouver. Initial digs were minimal – a cramped office space above a record store – a far cry from the present location, which is a veritable palace of outdoor gear.
Address
830 – 10th Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta T2R 0A9 View map
Telephone
403.269.2420
Manager: Glenda Rowley
Summer hours
From May 14 to September 4:
- Monday to Friday: 10:00am – 9:00pm
- Saturday: 9:00am – 6:00pm
- Sunday: 11:00am – 5:00pm
Regular hours
- Monday to Wednesday: 10:00am – 7:00pm
- Thursday and Friday: 10:00am – 9:00pm
- Saturday: 9:00am – 6:00pm
- Sunday: 11:00am – 5:00pm
We've gone bag-free.
Don't forget your reusable bags.
Directions
GPS Coordinates
Latitude: 51° 2' 38'' N
Longitude: 114° 4' 51'' W
You can reach the store by bike. There are bike racks and we have several bike locks you can borrow free of charge.
Check out Calgary Bike Paths.
The closest buses are: #2, 3, 6, 7, 13, 18, 101 or 104.
Visit Calgary Transit
for schedules, route maps, and fare information.
Pay parking is available on the east side of the store. We have preferred parking set aside for hybrid vehicles and car co-ops.
Store Services
Our bike shops can provide any repair from minor service, like installing fenders, to a deluxe overhaul. If you're not sure what kind of work your bike needs, bring it in for a free safety inspection. Our mechanics will inspect it, consult with you, and if it needs service, determine the best package value for your bike's condition.
Call the store to set up a shop visit. A tune-up may take two to four business days. Minor repairs can be done while you shop.
Tune-up packages and service prices
Looking for a reliable place to get your skis or snowboard serviced? Look no further - our store offers professional ski shop services and competitive rates.
Want to take a trip, but don't want to invest in all the gear you need? We rent tents, sleeping bags, and much more. If you are unsure of a purchase and it's in our rental program, you can try it out and put your first day's rental fee towards the purchase.
For more information please call the store at 403.269.2420.
See our rental information page for details.
MEC is a member-owned co-operative striving for social and environmental leadership. Our purpose is to support people in achieving the benefit of wilderness-oriented recreation. Part of our vision is to inspire action for a healthy planet. We seek to support organizations with similar goals through our Community Contributions programs.
See our Community Contributions programs for details.
Apply for support
Our meeting room can accommodate up to 30 people, and is available to local outdoor clubs, ENGOs, or NGOs that have a similar mandate as MEC.
We have all sorts of audio visual equipment (not including laptop computers), white boards, and flip charts. Use of our space is free. If interested, please email bclute@mec.ca at least one month in advance and we'll see what we can do.
If you belong to a not-for-profit organization that has similar values to MEC, and you need a way to reach out to the local outdoor community, why not try setting up a booth in our store over a weekend?
Groups can use our floor space to educate the public about current environmental or outdoor issues, or to collect input about future park or government initiatives. Local clubs can also spend time here, letting people know they exist and what they have to offer.
Someone from your group must be at the display to interact with members, although we ask that you respect the rights of members who only want to go about their business. Space is free, but limited, please email Brad Clute at bclute@mec.ca to set up your space.
We offer free presentations and informational store tours to interested student groups, outdoor organizations, environmental organizations, or business. We can arrange to come to your classroom or meeting if you can't make it down here. Topics range from winter camping gear and avalanche safety to the benefits of ethical business.
We also offer green building tours to anyone who's curious. You can book a tour with us or pick up a fact sheet and a tour map and do the self-guided tour at your leisure.
We can customize presentations or tours to fit your needs. If you're interested please email bclute@mec.ca.
The store offers a repair service for items such as packs and jackets. Maximize the life of your stuff by having it fixed, and limit waste and the use of dwindling natural resources.
MEC Calgary is an official Parks Canada Service Centre. At our Member Service Desk we sell annual and day group park passes, and provide general Parks Canada information.
For current pass prices and information visit Parks Canada.
Recycling
We will recycle batteries that were bought at our store. You can drop them off at our Member Service Desk and we'll take care of them, but please don't bring any that are broken or corroded.
Read about recycling batteries
At present we are unable to recycle fuel canisters. For information on where they can be recycled contact your municipal recycling department.
