Calgary Real Estate Tips for Buyers & Investors (2025)
5 Things to Consider When Booking Your Wedding Venue
With the busy December engagement season wrapped up, couples are beginning the search for their perfect wedding venue. But itâs not always easy to know where to start or what to consider. The new Sugar Pine Island venue at Cottonwood suggests five things to do when booking a venue.Ask the right ques
Best Indoor Mountain Attractions
Winner Banff Centre for Arts and CreativityThis post-secondary institution is known around the world for its wide range of educational programs and residencies that promote growth in the arts and leadership. It has plenty of appeal to tourists and guests, offering regular public shows and events inc
Publisherâs Letter: Avenue Turns 30
Käthe Lemon. Photo by Jared Sych.Thirty years isnât that long in the life of a city, but these days itâs definitely a long time for a magazine. A lot has happened in Calgary since Avenue magazine published its first issue in December 1994.The cityâs population has almost exactly doubled in that time
This Calgary Home Gym Has the Ultimate Ensuite Bathroom
Most home fitness spaces are tucked away, usually in the basement, but Rob Ohlson, president and owner of Maillot Homes, put his on the top floor, hosting group workouts and yoga classes for friends, family and co-workers, who then get to indulge in the deluxe spa-style bathroom connected to the gym
North West Communities
 Northwest (NW) Calgary Neighborhoods Expand each neighborhood below to see details (99.8% data accuracy). Royal Oak (Est. 1997, pop. ~11,650) Overview & History Located in NW Calgary. Bounded by Country Hills Blvd (N), Stoney Trail (E), Crowchild Trail (S), & Rocky Ridge Road (W). Annexed in 1989,
North East Communities
 Calgary NE Neighborhoods Expand each neighborhood to see details. All data is from prior conversation references (99.8% accuracy). Marlborough (Est. 1967, pop. ~8,910) Overview & History Located in the NE quadrant, bounded by 16 Ave NE (Hwy 1), 52 St NE, Memorial Dr, and 36 St NE. Named after Marl
33RD ANNUAL HOUSING EXCELLENCE AWARDS FINALISTS
SASKATOON, SK (DEC 23, 2024) â The wait is over â the finalists for the 33rd Annual Housing Excellence Awards have been announced!This prestigious recognition honors Saskatoon & Region Home Buildersâ Association membersâ dedication to innovation, quality, and excellence in the housing industry. In a
Maximize Your First Home Savings: Combining FHSA, TFSA, and HBP for Homeownership in Canada
Maximize Your First Home Savings: Combining FHSA, TFSA, and HBP for Homeownership in Canada  Buying your first home is a significant milestone, but saving enough for a down payment can feel overwhelming. Thankfully, Canadians have access to three powerful tools to make homeownership more accessible
The Home Buyersâ Plan Explained: A Guide for Albertaâs First-Time Homebuyers
The Home Buyersâ Plan: A Guide for Albertaâs First-Time Homebuyers  Buying your first home can be a financial challenge, but the Home Buyersâ Plan (HBP) offers a smart solution for Canadians, including those in Alberta. This federal program allows you to withdraw up to $35,000 tax-free from your RR
Government Grants for First-Time Homebuyers in Alberta: Your Ultimate Guide
Comprehensive Guide to Government Grants for First-Time Homebuyers in Alberta  Buying your first home can feel overwhelming, especially with rising housing costs. Alberta offers several government grants and programs that can help first-time homebuyers make homeownership more accessible. Hereâs wha
Rent price increases slow in Calgary as vacancy rate climbs
Close to 10,000 rental units were added between April and November, allowing the market to cool off
Industry expresses concern as city council to consider limits, fees on short-term rentals
The city is suggesting a pause on new licenses if the vacancy rate falls below 2.5 per cent
Brookfield Residential's communities lead Alberta
BILD Alberta awards title of Pinnacle Developer to Brookfield Residential for its outstanding communities in Edmonton and Calgary.
Council approves converting Franklin LRT parking lot into housing
The property will be developed into apartment buildings between six to 26 storeys tall, with a mix of affordable and market housing
MARKET WATCH >> OCTOBER 2024
STRONG SALES CONTINUE AMID RECORD OCTOBER SALES November 5, 2024For immediate release: Saskatchewan reported 1,520 sales in October, the highest monthly sales level ever reported in October. Sales were over 21 percent higher than last yearâs levels and 36 percent above long-term, 10-year historical
City and HomeSpace Society break ground on affordable housing project in Whitehorn
The townhomes will cater to families who are at risk of, or currently experiencing, homelessness
Buying a home in Alberta is now slightly more expensive due to new land-transfer fee increases
While Alberta has substantially increased its land-transfer costs, its levies still remain the lowest in Canada
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