When we look back at the last two years of running the Calgary Power Platform User Group (CPPUG), it still feels a bit surreal. This group didn’t start with us — we had the privilege of taking it over at a time when things were quiet and activity had slowed.
What began as an opportunity to revive something meaningful quickly turned into a mission: to rebuild the CPPUG into a space that truly brings Power Platform enthusiasts in Calgary together — not just for events, but as a real resource for learning, support, and community. Office Hours became a core part of that vision, giving people a place to ask questions, learn from each other, and grow together.
Today, CPPUG feels louder, fuller, and more alive than ever.
We’ve seen new faces turn into familiar ones. We’ve watched Office Hours grow from small, question-driven sessions into packed, high-energy discussions. And month after month, the room reminds us why this community matters.
A Community That Just Keeps Showing Up
Every single meetup — whether it’s one of our monthly Office Hours or one of our networking-style events — has had its own story.
We’ve shared wins.
We’ve learned from “oops” moments.
We’ve learned from “oops” moments.
We’ve debated best practices.
And we’ve laughed a lot more than any tech user group probably should.
None of this works without the people who show up — the ones who share knowledge freely, mentor new builders, ask brave questions, and welcome first-timers like they’ve been here all along.
That's the real magic of this group.
A Big Milestone: The Power Platform Conference
One of our favourite moments this year was attending the Power Platform Community Conference in Las Vegas and representing the CPPUG on a global stage! Being able to share the story of our group — how we stepped in to rebuild it, how Calgary’s community is thriving, and how we intentionally make learning fun — was a powerful and proud moment.
And then came one of those “small world” experiences we’ll never forget.
One of our CPPUG stickers made its way all the way to Mexico — through someone Ryley had worked on a past project with. A member of his company attended the conference, brought stickers back for the team… and that old colleague messaged Ryley saying, “I just got a Calgary Power Platform User Group sticker.”
From Calgary to Vegas to Mexico — unreal.
P.S. If you want to watch our presentation at the Power Platform Conference, you can view it here:
Looking Ahead to 2026
If the last two years were about rebuilding and momentum, 2026 is all about expansion and elevation.
We’re planning:
- Bigger, more dynamic events
- New training and learning opportunities
- Stronger partnerships behind the scenes
- And brand new experiences… including our first hackathon that everyone’s been waiting for 😉
We want to make the CPPUG even more accessible — more hands-on, more welcoming, and more representative of everyone shaping the Power Platform space in Calgary and beyond.
Expect:
- More Office Hours
- More networking
- More community highlights
- More fun
- And definitely more photos — because our group pictures are basically tradition now
A Huge Thank You
Running this group takes time, behind-the-scenes planning, and a lot of heart — and we wouldn’t trade any of it. Thank you to everyone who has attended, volunteered, presented, shared posts, or supported us from afar. You are the reason this group continues to grow.
2024 and 2025 were transformational.
2026 is going to be unforgettable.
— The CPPUG Team
Calgary Power Platform User Group
