Calgary Real Estate Tips for Buyers & Investors (2025)
Parachutes for Pets Provides Support for Local Pet Owners Facing Hardship
For many people, pets are not just cute companions — they are lifelines. That’s the guiding principle behind Parachutes for Pets, which supports Calgarians in crisis who are temporarily unable to care for their pets. Former law-enforcement officer Melissa David founded Parachutes out of her firm bel
12 Products to Build the Perfect Alberta Bar Cart
Taber Corn Berbon from Bridgeland Distillery Made with Taber corn (and Penhold wheat and barley), this whisky has plenty of sweet caramel notes that make it great for cocktails or just sipping on its own. Available at Willow Park Wines & Spirits, $67, bridgelanddistillery.com Honey Spiced Rhum fro
20 Best Things to Do in Calgary This November
The Last Stronghold. Image by Excurio. Commemorate Remembrance Day at a field filled with thousands of crosses When: November 1 to 11 As you travel along Memorial Drive this month, take some time to honour the memory of the Southern Albertan and Canadian soldiers that have sacrificed their lives. Mo
2025 Remembrance Day Ceremonies and Events Happening in Calgary
Royal Canadian Legion Ceremonies The Royal Canadian Legion is hosting multiple Remembrance Day ceremonies in Calgary, including at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium and various Legion branches and community associations in and around the city. Multiple locations, legion.ca Ridge From Novembe
Where to Go for a “Quietcation” in the Rockies
Take in the “quietude” of Johnson Lake. Photo courtesy of Robert Massey/Banff & Lake Louise Tourism In 2025, “quietcations” were dubbed one of the biggest travel trends. These hushed holidays prioritize calm over chaos, as travellers seek out secluded locations or mindful time in nature, far from cr
How to Experience Winter in Jasper
Along the magnificent Icefields Parkway, past the Athabasca Glacier and down the Athabasca River, you’ll find the quaint town of Jasper. Even before the devastating forest fire that ravaged the town in 2024, Jasper was not nearly as busy as Banff or Lake Louise. However, Jasper holds the same appeal
How Mountain Muskox Helps Those Who Have Experienced Trauma, Tragedy or Loss in the Mountains
In 2020, Oakley Werenka was on Mount Sir Donald when he witnessed a fatal accident — a climber in the party ahead lost his footing and fell. In 2021, exactly a year later, Werenka was in a group of three on Mount Hungabee; his friend had completed the second-last rappel and was downclimbing off-rope
4 Fun Things to Do in Calgary This December
Grab a Sweet Treat at Avenue’s Cookie Market December 4 Indulge in a variety of local cookies and treats at Avenue’s cookie market at Oxford Properties’ Eau Claire Tower. Hire a Private Chef for a Holiday Dinner Elevate your holidays by hiring a private chef, like one of the folks at Søm or Top Ch
Fabulous Fall and Winter Fashion by Calgary Designers
Jacket Anneke Forbes $2,000; Sweater Loucia from Coutukitsch $130; Scarf Alberta Boot $80; Ring Kite Jewels $79; Earrings Combinist Goods $48. Photo by Jared Sych. Blue purse One21 $815-$965; Top and skirt both Lucyparis from Espy $129 and $189. Photo by Jared Sych. White purse Gray Haus $140; Top
Lonely in Calgary?
Feeling lonely. We’ve all been there at one time or another — after a move, a breakup or losing a loved one. Maybe it’s the time of year; loneliness often rears its gloomy head during the holidays. And, heck, sometimes we feel lonely just because. But loneliness seems to be a more common affliction
How to choose a neighbourhood that fits your lifestyle
Where you live shapes how you live. From your morning routine to weekend plans, your neighbourhood plays a big role in your day-to-day experience. And with Calgary’s ever-evolving communities—thanks to shifting demographics and new developments—finding the right fit is now more important than ever.
What Calgary’s 10 Year Plan to End Homelessness Taught Us (and What Comes Next)
If you had walked into a downtown-Calgary shelter in the early 2000s, you would have seen a crisis peaking. Overcrowded facilities, long waitlists and growing encampments told a story of a city grappling with a sharp rise in homelessness. In 1992, Calgary’s first-ever “point-in-time count” — an esti
2025 Holiday Gift Guide
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21 Must-Try Cookies in Calgary
Photo by Jared Sych Calgary’s cookie game is strong. Whether you want a dainty confection for a holiday party or a hefty portable sweet treat for when you hit the ski slopes, the city’s bakeries deliver. Here, we share just some of our favourite cookies sourced from around Calgary that will have you
Made in Calgary: Embodied Ceramics Creates Beautiful Ceramics with Bold Designs
Photo courtesy of Embodied Ceramics. Local artist Melissa Casey has always been a crafty person. While she initially started taking pottery classes to meet new people, the hobby eventually evolved into a full-scale pottery business. Through Embodied Ceramics, Casey makes and sells meticulously craft
Property of the Week: A Five-Bedroom Bowness Home with a Solarium
Where it is 8131 33 Ave. N.W. The location Located in Bowness, this updated home offers picture-perfect scenery. The southwest wooded backyard is a haven with a deck and stone pathway leading to multiple seating areas. The home itself is also conveniently located near Bowness Park, the Bow River p
Property of the Week: A $779K Townhome Along the Bow River
Where it is 3841 Point McKay Rd. N.W. The renovation This townhome, which is a park-front unit, was first renovated in 2008 by After-8 Interior Design, a local residential flooring company. The interior design work was managed by local interior designer Edward Tsang. In 2022, a series of updates,
Property of the Week: A $769K Townhome Along the Bow River
Where it is 3841 Point McKay Rd. N.W. The renovation This townhome, which is a park-front unit, was first renovated in 2008 by After-8 Interior Design, a local residential flooring company. The interior design work was managed by local interior designer Edward Tsang. In 2022, a series of updates,
Property of the Week: A Six-Bedroom Home with a Backyard Sports Court
Where it is 146 Waterside Court, Rural Rocky View County The property This home’s interior is a stunning showstopper, but the outside is not to be overlooked. The .8-acre property is surrounded by mature evergreen and deciduous trees. A Rocky Mountain-inspired waterfall feature flows into a meande
Celebrating 75 years: Genstar builds on the past with a vision for the future
Genstar Development Co. is celebrating 75 years of community building and land development, a milestone that has seen the company transition through several iterations across the continent, starting in Winnipeg with humble beginnings as a family-run business. “It’s really a milestone that reflects t
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