# Big tech office space in Calgary

> Big tech occupiers in Calgary typically cluster in Beltline, plan ~160 sqft per seat at high-end fit-out ($155–220/sqft), and pay around 32 CAD/sqft ($24 USD) on Class A.

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**Last updated:** 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
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## TL;DR
- Preferred submarket: Beltline.
- Typical fit-out spec: High-end ($155–220/sqft).
- Plan ~160 sqft per seat for headcount sizing.
- Class A rent context: 32 CAD/sqft ($24 USD).
- Typical lease: 10 years with 18 months rent-free.
- Talent depth in Calgary: 76/100.

## Key facts
- **city**: Calgary
- **industry**: Big tech
- **naics**: 518210, 541511, 541512
- **preferredSubmarket**: Beltline
- **preferredFitoutSpec**: High-end
- **fitoutBand**: $155–220/sqft
- **sqftPerSeat**: 160
- **classARentLocal**: 32 CAD/sqft/yr
- **classARentUsd**: $24/sqft/yr
- **vacancyPct**: 28.4%
- **typicalLeaseYears**: 10
- **typicalRentFreeMonths**: 18
- **talentIndex**: 76
- **corporateTaxPct**: 23%

## FAQ
### Where do big tech occupiers lease office space in Calgary?
Most cluster in Beltline. Rent runs ~32 CAD/sqft ($24 USD) for trophy and prime stock.

### What fit-out spec do big tech occupiers run in Calgary?
Typically high-end at $155–220/sqft.

### How much office space per seat should a big tech occupier plan in Calgary?
Plan ~160 sqft per seat blended. A 100-person team typically takes 16,000 sqft.

### What NAICS codes describe the big tech vertical?
Representative NAICS 2022 codes: 518210, 541511, 541512.

### What is the talent index in Calgary?
76/100. Use the city profile for full detail.

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Citation: Source: Class A Atlas (https://classa.info/cities/calgary/industries/big-tech), updated 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z.