98 m. ago Keep Calgarians safe: The 'plan' for the Sheldon Chumir safe consumption site

Premier Danielle Smith and her provincial government are about to close the supervised consumption site at Sheldon Chumir Health Centre in the Beltline. And then what? The truth is, the Sheldon Chumir safe consumption site was likely placed in the wrong spot, and Calgary would likely have benefited from multiple smaller sites instead of a […]

Other

98 m. ago Don’t fear a road diet: Traffic evaporation can ease Calgary’s congestion woes

For many Calgarians, the car is king. It’s how we get to work, drop kids at hockey practice and zip out to the mountains. The thought of narrowing roads or reducing vehicle lanes sparks instant dread — visions of gridlock, honking horns, endless delays. What if I told you that taking space away from cars […]

Events

3 h. ago Skipping the U.S. and taking a vacation to East Coast this year? It will cost you.

FREDERICTON — In September 2024, Natasha Beitman Brener and her husband decided to take a three-week vacation to Canada’s East Coast. Beitman Brener, a lawyer in Kingston, Ont., spent about six months planning the trip, looking at various options to stay in Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. “We are young, we don’t […]

Economics

9 h. ago This $11 million mansion has one of Ontario's largest backyard pools

If you've ever dreamed of living somewhere your backyard looks less like "suburbia" and more like a five-star Caribbean resort, 59 Macamo Crt. in Vaughan is basically the real estate equivalent of a mic drop.Set on a gated 1.11-acre ravine lot, this estate is about as subtle as a gold-plated yacht.The heated driveway says "shovelling is for peasants," the cathedral-high ceilings scream opulence, and the solid concrete block construction makes it feel like it could survive a zombie apocalypse — if zombies were even allowed past the gate.The living room. Inside, you get over 11,000 square feet of living space — enough room for your family, your in-laws, your friends, and the entire cast of a reality TV pilot.The family room. The main floor is open-concept with all the living areas flowing from one room to the next.The primary bedroom. Upstairs, the six bedrooms and eight bathrooms are all styled like luxury hotel suites, complete...

Economics

9 h. ago U.S. tourist gives Toronto rave review and here's what they loved

When you're caught up in the grind of everyday life, it's easy to forget how great Toronto really is, but sometimes, all it takes is a fresh perspective to fall back in love with the place we call home. Last year, over 26.5 million visitors made their way to Toronto, contributing a massive $8.8 billion in spending and leading to a total economic impact of $13 billion. However, beyond those impressive numbers, there are always personal stories — such as one recently shared to Reddit that reminds us locals why the city continues to draw so many people in. The post on the Toronto subreddit from an American visitor has gone viral, racking up over 1,500 upvotes and more than 200 comments. It comes from a Louisville, Kentucky resident who recently visited the city with their family. "I know there are several other threads in this Toronto subreddit from Americans who visit there and are impressed. So I hope you can a...

Society

11 h. ago 'Life's good today': Calgary's Wes Martin highlight of emotional start to Rogers Charity Classic

Fellow qualifier Tommy Gainey helps crash PGA Tour Champions field with hot start at Canyon Meadows.

Culture

12 h. ago Trump refuse de répondre aux questions des journalistes après sa rencontre avec Poutine: «il a été d'une discipline qu'on ne lui connaît pas»

Les journalistes ont également été pris de court lorsque Trump et Poutine se sont éclipsés de la salle où la conférence s’est déroulée.

Politics

13 h. ago Canada's first unexplained wealth order issued in B.C. against alleged pot growers

A Vancouver police investigation of a shooting death uncovered evidence of a cannabis operation and now B.C. Supreme Court has issued Canada's first unexplained wealth order.

Other

13 h. ago US judge denies request to halt Oak Flat land transfer to copper mining company

A U.S. district judge on Friday denied the latest request by a Native American tribe, environmentalists and other plaintiffs to stop the federal government from transferring land in Arizona for a massive copper mining project. The ruling by Judge Dominic Lanza triggered an immediate appeal to the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals as a […]

Economics

14 h. ago Alberta family’s Caribbean ‘adventure of a lifetime’ could be grounded by Air Canada strike

The spent four years planning a Caribbean adventure of a lifetime, but an Alberta family could be left high and dry by a strike at Air Canada.

Transport

15 h. ago 'I feel like a bull': Miguel Angel Jiménez on making fitness key in PGA Tour Champions success

Gym rats pepper the field at Calgary-hosted Rogers Charity Classic

Sport

15 h. ago From hotels, to wine and candy: Canada spent $170K to bring back women who joined Islamic State

The Conservatives called for an investigation: ‘The Liberal government must answer for why they spent $170,000 on lavish costs to repatriate reported ISIS criminals‘

Economics

15 h. ago ‘I have to do something’: Charleswood residents question safety of excavation next door

Charleswood resident says multi-unit development next door has put her yard — and her family’s safety — at risk.

Other

15 h. ago Alberta RCMP looking for Hank the horse after dispute between owner and stable owner

"I told her, you can't take my horse, you can take me to small claims court, but give me my horse. You can't steal my $30,000 horse for this $5,000 bill you've made up"

Other

16 h. ago B.C. nurse suspended, fined $94K for comments about transgender people

The College of Nurses and Midwives' decision has been stayed until Amy Hamm's appeal at the B.C. Supreme Court has been resolved

Economics

17 h. ago Former Calgary councillor rewarded costs in court battle with development family

"Mr. Terrigno has not been successful in establishing egregious conduct on the part of Ms. Farrell," the judge wrote.

Economics

17 h. ago B.C. nurse gets suspension, fines for comments about transgender people

The panel suspended Amy Hamm for one month, while also ordering her to pay the college costs and disbursements within two years

Other

17 h. ago SNOBELEN: Loss and humiliation should spur Poilievre to be better

Prime Minister Poilievre? Next week, the good people of Battle River-Crowfoot will elect a new member of Parliament and the Conservative Party of Canada (CPC) can get back to worrying about the future. Pierre Poilievre will easily win this election and make his return to the tranquillity of Ottawa. Then, the real battle will begin. […]

Other

17 h. ago North American Indigenous Games withdraws Calgary's hosting rights for the 2027 Games

The hosting society accused Tourism Calgary of withholding committed operational funding from the City of Calgary.

Economics

17 h. ago North American Indigenous Games withdraws Calgary's hosting rights for 2027

The hosting society accused Tourism Calgary of withholding committed operational funding from the City of Calgary.

Economics