Calgary Real Estate Tips for Buyers & Investors (2025)

Get practical advice for buying or investing in Calgary homes, including:

✓ Current prices in Aspen Woods, Brentwood & NW Calgary
✓ How the CMHC MLI Select program works
✓ First-time buyer mistakes to avoid

Updated: January 25, 2025 | Data sources: CREB®, CMHC

Effective and Affordable Counselling,Paula Martinez

Mental health services, like counselling, can be an important part of a regular wellness routine — much like going to the gym. However, many people don’t view counselling as accessible enough to make it part of their routine, often because of cost, wait times or simply thinking it’s no use to them.

3 Things to Know About Canmore’s First Nordic Spa

Photo by JP Cortes Dueñez Nordic spas have been gaining popularity in and around Calgary. Pulling inspiration from Scandinavian hydrotherapy, where you alternate between hot, cold and rest phases, Nordic spas are being sought out for the ways they can help you feel refreshed, relaxed and rejuvenated

Home Builders’ Associations Warn New Provincial Legislation Will Add Thousands to the Cost of a New Home

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 19, 2025 Home Builders’ Associations Warn New Provincial Legislation Will Add Thousands to the Cost of a New Home SASKATOON, SK — The Saskatoon & Region Home Builders’ Association (SRHBA) and Regina & Region Home Builders’ Association (RRHBA) are raising strong concern

Home Builders’ Associations Warn New Provincial Legislation Will Add Thousands to the Cost of a New Home

Canmore's recreational housing market forges ahead despite economic headwinds

House prices in Canmore’s winter recreational property market are expected to climb over the next year, as buyer confidence improves and market activity picks up, according to Royal LePage’s 2025 Winter Recreational Property report. Royal LePage forecasts the median price of a single-family detached

Sip and Shop at Alforno’s Latest Stop

If you love a good cronut, chances are you’ve made a pit stop at an Alforno Bakery & Café. Cronuts are, yes, delicious, inventive and the perfect mix of croissant and donut, and they just so happen to be one of Alforno’s most popular offerings. Come early December, cronut enthusiasts and lovers of e

Where to See Holiday Light Displays in Calgary

With the holidays just around the corner, seasonal light displays are starting to pop up. While there are resources like Lighten Up Calgary that will help you find some of the most extravagantly decorated houses around the city, you can also immerse yourself in one of the larger light displays that

A High-Tech Basketball Training Facility Has Arrived in Calgary

Basketball has been a hot topic in Calgary ever since the arrival of the Calgary Surge, Calgary’s professional men’s basketball team, in 2023. And now, local basketball fans have one more thing to be excited about with the arrival of Shoot 360 Calgary. “Calgary’s basketball moment is here. Momentum

Property of the Week: A Townhome with a 20-Foot Deck in Aspen Woods

Where it is 208, 1700 73 St. S.W. The design This townhome has some standout features that add to its elegance and living appeal. The hydronic in-floor heating pumps heated water from the boiler and runs beneath the floors, keeping your feet toasty warm in the winter. Concrete demising walls provi

Great One-Stop Gift Stores in Calgary

Shopping for Christmas gifts isn’t always the easiest task. Keep things simple this year and check out one of these one-stop shops to cover all your gifting needs at once. The CampLand Institute of Leisurely Pursuits CampLand is a shopping destination by the team behind Camp Brand Goods. Along wit

Condo of the Month: A Two-Bedroom Plus Den Condo Along the Bow River

Where it is #104, 128 Waterfront Court S.W. The location Located in Landmark at Waterfront, this condo is part of a five-story executive building situated along the scenic Bow River. The surrounding community is highly walkable with nearby cafés, restaurants, shops, entertainment and recreation.

Made in Calgary: Black Sheep’s Wooly Mattress Topper Takes Comfort Up a Notch

Getting a good night’s sleep is important, and having the right mattress (or mattress topper) can be key. Black Sheep Mattress Company handcrafts all its mattresses and bedding in Calgary, building products that last, feel good to use and are made from sustainable materials. Its lineup includes matt

All the Vendors Coming to Avenue’s 2025 Cookie Market

Got a sweet tooth? Don’t miss Avenue‘s first Cookie Market, a one-day event in partnership with Oxford Properties, highlighting some of Calgary’s best bakers. On December 4, 2025, shop from more than 20 cookie vendors from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Eau Claire Tower’s lobby (600 3 Ave. S.W.). This is your

9 Home Decor Gifts to Give This Holiday Season

Calgary Coffee Print Photo courtesy of Ritual & Fern Calgary’s vibrant coffee scene takes centre stage in this fun print. Created by local printmaker Ritual & Fern, the artwork features takeaway coffee cups from many of Calgary’s most popular coffee shops like Monogram Coffee, Rosso Coffee Roasters

16 Holiday Gift Ideas for Calgary Foodies

Ol’Beautiful Enamel Pins Photo by Jared Sych Got a local beer fan in your life? Get them one of these Ol’ Beautiful Brewing Company pins. Choose from three styles that can be stuck on a bag, a hat or wherever you want to proudly display your love for this iconic Calgary brewery. $6 each. olbeautiful

Businesses Giving Back

Calgary’s foundation rests heavily on giving back to the community — supporting one another is just what we do. Whether through scholarships, community programs or resources, Calgarians continue to uplift everyone who calls this city home. Now, more than ever — with rising costs, high rates of food

Win 4 Tickets to Sunlight to ZOOLIGHTS!

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3 Reasons to Get Tickets to Avenue’s Top 40 Under 40 2025 Celebration

Avenue Top 40 Under 40 Class of 2024. Photo by Neil Zeller. Tickets are available now Avenue‘s Top 40 Under 40 Class of 2025 has officially been revealed, and as usual, it’s full of inspiring Calgarians making the city a better place to live, work and play. At the 2025 Top 40 Under 40 celebration

Property of the Week: A Six-Bedroom Home with an Indoor Saltwater Pool

Where it is 172 Grandview Way, Rural Rocky View County The design There are many impressive details throughout this modern and bright estate home. A barrel-vaulted ceiling sets a grand tone when you come inside. The home features two kitchens, an indoor saltwater pool, a hot tub, a media room and

Made in Calgary: City & Country Turns Global Grapes Into Local Wines

Photo courtesy of City & Country In 2019, Chris and Karen Fodor opened City & Country, a local winery and tasting room that makes its own wine in Calgary. While Alberta may not be as known for its grape or wine production as Canadian provinces like B.C. or Ontario, City & Country is proof that great

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