14 h. ago Pipe dream 'is finally here' in city, as Calgary Wild FC makes debut Sunday

Northern Super League makes first-ever appearance in YYC to excite local stars, soccer fans

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48 h. ago Calgary comedian, drag performer Karla Marx explores 'silly, wild, unusual' side of trans life in new album

On Karla Marx’s sophomore album, Fruity, the comedian revisits an awkward rite of passage that many of a certain age went through in the Canadian education system. The segment, called The Gender Pinnie, revolves around the dreaded partner dance. For many, it was the most feared part of gym class, where “sweaty teenagers” were forced […]

Culture

56 h. ago Beloved Toronto coffee shop opens new location after over 20 years in business

A Toronto cafe that's been a neighbourhood stalwart for over 20 years is finally expanding, opening a brand new location in the city.Every neighbourhood has its institutions; those spots that have been there as long as you can remember and that you can't imagine ever closing down. Growing up in the Beaches, for me, that was The Goof (legal name: Garden Gate), but for Mimico, Birds and Beans Cafe fits the bill.Opening its doors in 2004, the cafe has been supplying the community with fair-trade, bird-friendly coffee and eco-friendly goods for the past 21 years out of their charming cafe just off Mimico Square.If you rarely venture deep into the west end of the city, you could go your whole life without knowing it was there, but you'd be worse off for it: the coffee is excellent, and the cafe itself looks and feels like something straight out of Gilmore Girls.As of last month, even more people in the city are getting the chance to experience the magic of Bird...

Economics

4 d. ago Stunning cherry blossoms draw massive crowds to High Park in Toronto

Toronto's much-loved High Park cherry blossoms have embarked on their annual bloom for 2025, and eager viewers from across the city and beyond are flocking to the park to get a view.After avidly tracking the progress of the blooms all spring long, with regular updates provided by the city's resident sakura expert, Steven Joniak (better known as Sakura Steve), the city was finally treated to the breathtaking blooms over the weekend.On Wednesday, April 30, the High Park Nature Centre predicted that full bloom, marked by 70 per cent of trees showing their blooms, would begin later that week, but by Thursday, May 1, Sakura Steve had already reported that trees would be reaching 75 per cent open later that day.It was perfect timing, given the proximity to the weekend, for scores of eager blossom-viewers to plan their Saturday and Sunday trips to the park to view the fleeting phenomenon before it was gone.Throngs swarm High Park to see the annual cherry blossom bloom.Gloomy cloud ...

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7 d. ago Restaurant known for Toronto's best jerk chicken opens second location

A hidden gem Toronto Caribbean restaurant that's gained a reputation for serving the best jerk chicken in the city has finally expanded with a new location.Leslieville's Gerrard Square Shopping Centre is one of those if-you-know-you-know places in Toronto that make the city so unique.For my part, the mall always carried a sort of looming, ominous air. Probably because my parents used to joke that they'd leave me there whenever I behaved badly growing up, but I digress. The mall's inescapable 'Gerrard Scare' and 'Scary Square' nicknames just go to show that I'm not the only one.More recently, though, the mall's been getting a renewed wave of respect — even popularity — as more and more people in the city flock to it for, more or less, one reason: the food.The mall food court has seen several buzzworthy tenants come and go over the past few years, but its main claim to fame, in my opinion at least, has a...

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8 d. ago Five moments that mark the Whitecaps’ path to the Champions Cup Final in Mexico City

It's a Hollywood script that some may not like; but the Vancouver Whitecaps are into the CONCACAF Champions Cup Final regardless, where they will take on the legendary Liga MX side, Cruz Azul

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8 d. ago Fatal gunplay between rival drug dealers lands Calgary man an eight

“We are not living in the wild west” a Calgary judge noted Thursday in sentencing a city man to eight years in prison for shooting an armed drug dealer. “We must not be held hostage in our communities,” Justice Robert Hall said, in sentencing Tarek Che Sharples for manslaughter in the fatal shooting of his […]

Events

1 week ago Wild FC dominate Halifax for first ever Nothern Super League win

A dream start with three goals in the first 25 minutes fueled the Calgary Wild FC to their first ever victory in Northern Super League history, beating the Halifax Tides FC 4-1. “I thought from start to finish, we dominated,” said head coach Lydia Bedford of her team’s commanding win. “For us it’s about being […]

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2 w. ago City hall has a $60M budget surplus. You'll get some of that back: Mayor

London’s mayor is pledging to provide relief to taxpayers in the final year of his term as a new city hall report details a budget surplus of nearly $60 million. The staff report on the city’s 2024 year-end operating budget outlines a $58.8 million surplus on the property tax budget, and a $700,000 surplus on […]

Economics

2 w. ago Cherry blossoms in Toronto could start their 2025 bloom this week

Cherry blossoms across Toronto could begin their 2025 bloom within the coming week as warmer temperatures and sunny days finally appear here to stay.After a clunky start to spring, with snowstorms surprising Toronto residents well into March and cold snaps stalling the growth of plant life in the city, the warmer weather appears to truly be here to stay. Finally.For many in the city, that means populating your social calendar with open-air concerts and patio cocktail plans, but it also marks the return of one of Toronto's most spectacular natural sights: the annual cherry blossom bloom at High Park.While it can be tricky to time your trips out just right so that you catch the blossoms in peak form, Toronto's resident cherry blossom expert, Sakura Steve, has his finger on the pulse, keeping sakura enthusiasts informed with comprehensive updates on their development.According to his latest observations, the bloom may just be upon us sooner rather than later.After chi...

Culture

3 w. ago Vancouver Rise 1, Calgary Wild 0: A perfect start to a story that seemed destined never to be told

Women's professional soccer is finally a reality in Canada after years of stops, starts, delays and denials

Culture

3 w. ago Calgary Wild FC 'Watch Party' helps to kick off inaugural Northern Super League match

It should be a wild time Wednesday night at the Elephant & Castle. The Wild Roses Supporters Group will take over the local pub to catch the Calgary Wild FC’s historic inaugural match in the Northern Super League. Fans are encouraged to rock their red and purple while bringing the energy to the ‘Watch Party’ […]

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3 w. ago First NSL game at B.C. Place a special moment for women’s soccer in Canada

Northern Super League offers opportunity for players to grow the game in Canada as players relish the chance for a league of their own

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3 w. ago Playing first NSL game ’a privilege’ for Vancouver Rise, Calgary Wild

Vancouver's club has deep ties with the Canadian national women's team.

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3 w. ago Diana Matheson’s vision becomes a reality this week as the Northern Super League kicks off

Season begins with a high-profile opener at B.C. Place Stadium between Vancouver Rise FC and Calgary Wild FC

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3 w. ago Calgary Wild FC and Vancouver Rise FC kick off inaugural Northern Super League season

Canada's professional women's soccer league -- the Northern Super League -- kicks off it's inaugural season on Wednesday in a game between Calgary Wild FC and Vancouver Rise FC.

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4 w. ago GAMEDAY: Flames running out of room with Minnesota Wild looming

Minnesota Wild (43-29-7) at Calgary Flames (37-27-14) When: Friday, 8 p.m. MT, Scotiabank Saddledome TV: Sportsnet West. Radio: Sportsnet 960 The Fan Odds: Wild -120, Flames +100 The buzz  There have been a lot of nights where the Calgary Flames could rightfully say they had to play their biggest game of the year over the last month. This time, […]

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4 w. ago Canadian soccer stars Charlie Trafford, Sam Adekugbe join Calgary Wild FC ownership group

Canadian men’s professional soccer players Charlie Trafford and Sam Adekugbe have kicked in to help Alberta’s only professional women’s sports team build a championship squad one week before the opening game of the Northern Super League. Both men are joining the ownership group of Calgary Wild FC. “Being part of Wild FC is an honour, but what truly excites […]

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4 w. ago Sam Adekugbe, Charlie Trafford join ownership group of NSL’s Calgary Wild FC

CALGARY – Vancouver Whitecap defender Sam Adekugbe and former Cavalry FC midfielder Charlie Trafford are buying into the Northern Super League’s Calgary Wild FC. The two join an ownership group that includes board chair Deanna Zumwalt, chief executive officer Lara Murphy, chief financial and operating officer Lisa Oldridge, Kelly Mannix and Winnipeg Jets defenceman Josh […]

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