Calgary Real Estate Tips for Buyers & Investors (2025)
Honouring a Legacy, Investing in the Future
Pictured left to right: Hunter family – Adam Hunter, Derrick Hunter, Doug Hunter. Calgary’s business community will soon gather to celebrate one of its most influential families, while also investing in the leaders who will follow in their footsteps. The Haskayne School of Business and Calgary Chamb
How Platform Calgary is Helping Calgary Become an Innovation Destination
Every city chasing innovation talks about talent, capital and scale — few manage to align them. With momentum on our side, Calgary is staking its claim as the national leader in innovation. In late 2025, amid economic uncertainty and high unemployment, Calgary Economic Development (CED) reiterated i
Inside Shake Shack’s First Calgary Restaurant
Photo courtesy of Shake Shack. Calgary is buzzing over the arrival of Shake Shack. The popular American burger chain expanded to Canada with its first Toronto location in 2024, and now, it’s opened its first Alberta restaurant in Calgary’s CF Chinook Centre. While all the beloved Shake Shack menu it
Late-Night Sporty Chic Looks That Will Take the Spotlight
Jacket We The Free $398; Shirt Frame $484; Skirt Thom Browne $1,480; Belt Valentino Garavni $745; Earrings Alexis Bittar $535; Bag Balenciaga $6,150; Above available at Holt Renfrew. Shoes Adidas, at Gravity Pope $140. Coat LE 31 $225; Shirt NN.07 $350; Shorts The North Face $65; Above available a
Condo & Townhome Living
With developing communities popping up and new home styles emerging, Calgarians can find the perfect home for all their needs. For those looking for convenience, affordability and comfort, condos and townhomes offer it all. Perfect for first-time homebuyers and downsizers, Calgary’s condo and townho
Win A Pair Of Discovery Passes To Sled Island 2026!
Prize description: The winner will receive two Discovery Passes to Sled Island 2026, the perfect prize for the full Sled Island experience. Discovery Passes grant access to all Sled Island 2026 events, including music, comedy, art and more (subject to capacity), as well as exclusive discounts at a v
Calgary’s First Women’s Professional Soccer Team Blazes a New Trail
Wild FC players: (clockwise from bottom) Jackie Sawicki, Grace Stordy, Farkhunda Muhta, Serita Thurton, Meikayla Moore, Meggie Dougherty Howard and Sarah Griffith. Photo by Chris Amat and Jason Eng, courtesy of Wild FC. History was made on May 11, 2025. That day marked the very first home game for W
Inside Avenue’s 2026 Top 20 Under 20 Celebration
Avenue, in partnership with YMCA Calgary, recently celebrated the Top 20 Under 20 class of 2026. Hosted at the Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge, the event was emceed by Global News’ MacKenzie Mazankowski, following a hoop dance and land acknowledgement by Cree multi-disciplinary artist Virginia Sparv
Modern Design Meets Everyday Comfort
In Calgary’s inner north, along 16th Avenue in Winston Heights–Mountview, a new residential community offers Calgarians elevated urban living. Enter Munro — developed by Royop Development with everyday convenience and comfort in mind. This new inner-city rental community features a collection of one
Step Into the Spotlight: Marketing Your Business With the Calgary Chamber
Small business owners know marketing matters, but time and capacity are often the biggest constraints. While many tools and resources exist, sometimes what owners need most is a trusted platform that helps amplify their voice. A membership with the Calgary Chamber connects your brand to established
Rosé & Croquet: Where Fashion, Fun and Philanthropy Merge
What began as a charming neighbourhood welcome for the YW Calgary Hub has blossomed into one of the city’s most keenly anticipated summer traditions. Now in its sixth year, Deane House’s Rosé & Croquet Garden Party, presented by ATB Wealth, brings together philanthropy, fashion and culinary excellen
Children's Hospital Lottery grand prize is a home with a heart
In Calgary’s southwest, where rolling pathways meet mountain-inspired streetscapes, a new lottery show home is turning heads not only for its design, but also for what it represents. The 2026 Children’s Hospital Lottery Dream Home, unveiled by the Kinsmen Club of the Stampede City in support of the
Community Builder Alice Lam on Why Inclusion and Accessibility Help Make Calgary a Great City
Photo by Jared Sych. By day, Alice Lam works in commercial real estate, managing dozens of buildings in Calgary, but, by night, she’s a community builder. For as long as she can remember, she’s been passionate about making Calgary a greater city — one that’s inclusive and holds opportunities for all
How to navigate price negotiations during a home purchase
Finding the right home might still be about location, but when it comes to getting the best deal, the key is negotiation."To secure a property at the right price, start with a proper analysis," said Viki Fairbairn, a REALTOR® and agent with Royal LePage Benchmark in Calgary. "Once you determine the
Why Calgary is one of Canada's best cities to live in
With a population surpassing 1.6 million, Calgary has become a favourite destination to settle and build a life in. It has also been ranked among the best cities to live in North America and the world—multiple times. Here are some reasons why: Affordability With lower home prices and a lower cost of
6 Calgary Restaurants Named to Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants List 2026
DOPO made the 2026 list of Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants. Photo by Jared Sych. The 2026 list of Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants has officially been revealed, and some of Calgary’s most popular dining spots made the cut. This year, six Calgary restaurants made the 100 Best Restaurants list: Eight (#9),
Heritage Calgary marks 25 years with new report
Heritage Calgary is marking its 25th anniversary with the release of a new report, Heritage Calgary at 25: From Vision to Impact, exploring the organization’s history and the evolution of heritage conservation in Calgary.Established under the Calgary Heritage Authority Act in 2000, the organization
5 Things We’re Excited to Eat and Drink This May
Garlic cream cheese bun from Bake Me Up View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bake Me Up (@bakemeup.yyc) Bring some garlicky goodness into your life with a popular snack from this new Asian-inspired bakery and café. Covered with garlic butter and bursting with whipped cream cheese, this b
Choux & C Merges French Pastries and Canadian Coffee Culture
When Isabelle Mahjoub and Ronan Le Guen moved to Calgary from France three years ago, the couple were looking for a new life experience. But even when you’re looking for something new, you can still miss a taste of home. That’s how Marda Loop’s newest café and bakery, Choux & C, got its start. Mahjo
Staff Picks: Local Things We Love
Super Lime Margarita from Surfy Surfy Photo courtesy of Surfy Surfy Bar The icy, citrusy zing of a lime margarita is the only drink I want in summer. Luckily, Calgary’s margarita game is strong, with lots of restaurants slinging the classic drink. The version that’s at the top of my early summer sip
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