Calgary Real Estate Tips for Buyers & Investors (2025)
6 Cool Looks From the 2025 Calgary Stampede Grounds
Photo by Chris Landry.During the Calgary Stampede, many attendees break out their best Western wear. This huge outdoor event calls for staples like cowboy hats, plaid shirts, big belt buckles, denim and more. Many folks bring their own personal flair to their looks by incorporating everything from h
The benefits of condo and townhome living with Jayman BUILT
For many homebuyers today, the appeal of a low-maintenance, high-quality lifestyle has never been stronger – and that’s exactly what condo and townhome living offers. Whether you’re a busy professional, looking to downsize or a first-time buyer seeking value and peace of mind, Jayman BUILT has a wid
This New Calgary Café Combines Coffee, Brunch and Live Classical Music
A new addition to Calgary’s dining scene serves brunch with a side of melodies.At The Sharp Music Café & Brunch, guests can brighten up their day with delicious fare while listening to live music. The elegant, family-run spot is owned by Jayden, Saelin and Aiden Oh. After arriving in Canada two and
How Calgary’s Rivers Have Shaped the City
Calgary, at its heart, is a river city. We work and play on the waters of the Bow and Elbow, and The City of Calgary relies on their glacial flows to provide us with a constant and clean water supply.But, despite being a born-and-bred Calgarian, I didn’t truly appreciate how special Calgary’s rivers
Calgary’s Newly Revitalized Eau Claire Plaza Has an Urban Beach, Green Spaces and More
Photo rendering courtesy of Dialog.Calgarians have a vibrant new space to gather in by the Bow River.The newly reimagined Eau Claire Plaza is a year-round mixed-use community space near the Bow River in downtown Calgary, and is the final part of the four-year Eau Claire Area Improvements project.Des
Inside the 2025 Stampede Lotteries Rotary Dream Home
Ever wonder why there’s a huge house on the Calgary Stampede grounds?Every year, Calgary home builder Homes by Avi crafts a new Stampede Lotteries Rotary Dream Home that’s displayed on the Stampede grounds. This year is no exception, featuring a stunning $1.49 million home that will eventually resid
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Where to Watch Outdoor Movies in Calgary
Outdoor movie watching is an experience that induces a wave of nostalgia. Maybe your family used to pile into a 1950s Cadillac and drive to the nearest drive-in theatre with plenty of blankets and snacks. Or maybe you used to set up lawn chairs in the back of a pick-up truck for an outdoor movie scr
How to Make Homemade Mini-Doughnuts
Back in 2017, local food-writer extraordinaire Julie Van Rosendaal gave us her recipe for home-made mini-doughnuts, and since you don’t mess with perfection, here it is again for anyone who wants to bring a taste of the midway to their home kitchen.Food writer Julie Van Rosendaal often finds herself
Experience the Cottage Dream at Meridian Beach
Nora and Norval Horner know first-hand the special moments that happen at a family cottage — Nora’s parents had a cottage at Gull Lake, a quick two-hour drive from Calgary, where they spent their weekends and summers growing up. So, when a quarter section on Gull Lake went up for sale, the couple bo
Van Camping in B.C.’s West Kootenays
Karma camper vans have everything you need to hit the road running on an adventure. Photo by Robin Wittwer.Summer in Calgary got off to a dry start in 2024. A major break to the Bearspaw South Feeder Main water pipe on June 5 resulted in a prolonged period of mandatory water restrictions for city re
A New Italian Restaurant Brings Cicchetti Dining to Calgary
A variety of dishes from L’Olivo. Photo by MediEight Group & Phuc La.Calgary has yet another reason to get excited about Italian cuisine.L’Olivo Cicchetti & Lounge is a new restaurant from Lina’s Group (the group behind the popular Lina’s Italian Market) located beside Lina’s Italian Piazza in Ingle
Calgary housing inventory returns to 2021 levels: CREB report
Calgary’s housing supply has been rising over the past year, bringing the temperature down for a previously red-hot market. The city’s housing inventory has returned to 2021 levels, reaching 6,941 units by the end of June, according to the Calgary Real Estate Board. The growing number of listings ha
9 New Calgary Patios to Check Out This Summer
Acme Pizza & Pasta Co. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ACME PIZZA Co. (@acmepizza)After gaining popularity at its Tailgunner Brewing and Renfrew locations, Acme Pizza is settling into Sunnyside with a new restaurant that specializes in pasta and pizza. This new location operates out of
Property of the Week: An Edgemont Home on a Sprawling 10,000-Square-Foot Estate Lot
Where it is4207 Edgevalley Landing N.W. The landWhen it comes to real estate, the type of lot a home is situated on is just as important to consider as the home itself. Typical lots include cul-de-sac, corner or green space lots. Each type of land offers different benefits, such as proximity to a na
Property of the Week: A Rosemont Home With 16-Foot Living Room Ceilings
Where it is14 Rosetree Rd. N.W. The locationThis home is located in the Rosemont neighbourhood. Nestled at the base of Confederation Park, Rosemont residents have easy access to large green spaces as well as walking and biking pathways. What to loveThis beautifully crafted two-storey home spans over
All the Vendors Coming to Avenue’s 2025 Best Things to Eat and Drink Market
Avenue‘s 2025 list of the best things to eat and drink in the city is officially here! Featuring everything from pastries to chocolate bars to locally made drinks, there’s no shortage of goodies to add to your shopping list this year.And if you want to shop for many of these tasty food and drink pro
10 Next-Level Stampede Breakfasts to Check Out This Year
During the Calgary Stampede season, there’s no better way to start your morning than at a Stampede breakfast. Featuring pancakes, sausage, cultural dishes and more, these breakfasts hosted by local businesses, community associations and other organizations are a great way to connect with your local
A Guide to Live Music at the 2025 Calgary Stampede
Bleachers are being set up in Calgary’s downtown streets. The smell of freshly made pancakes fills the air. It’s summer in Calgary, and “the greatest outdoor show on earth” is back for 2025.The 2025 Calgary Stampede runs from July 4 to 13, and whether you’re a tried and true cowboy, a ride-loving th
How to Float Down Calgary’s Bow or Elbow Rivers Like A Pro This Summer
A Calgary summer is incomplete without a float down the Bow or Elbow rivers. When you’re deciding on which river to float, there are a few things to consider. There are several launch points along both rivers, and floating times and routes are customizable, depending where you start and stop. The El
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