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Looking for weird, unique perfume brands that aren't at Sephora? There's a Reddit thread going where locals are trying to track down shops carrying Toskovat and Zoologist series — if you know a spot, folks want tips.
The sunset Thursday night was absolutely fire — locals were posting photos all over. If you missed it, hopefully the weather cooperates again soon.
Calgary's tech sector is officially the fastest growing in the country right now. If you're working in tech or thinking about moving into it, there's some real momentum building here.
Last-minute heads up: Backxwash, MAGELLA, and Lana Del Rabies are doing a sled show at Commonwealth tonight. Someone's got an extra ticket if you're into it.
There's a free foam-weapon LARP every week at Shaganappi Park — swords, spears, shields, dodgeball style combat. Open to everyone 14+, younger kids welcome with a parent. They loan gear to new players. Bring some friends for a few hours of sun and exercise.
Concert timing and noise level changes at Cowboys Music Festival are causing headaches for festival operators. New restrictions limiting how late acts can run are affecting the 10-day Stampede lineup.
Even people without allergies are getting absolutely wrecked by pollen. If you've been struggling to breathe or your eyes have been streaming without explanation, you're not alone — the air is thick with it this week.
Heavy CT fare enforcement at Crowfoot station during evening rush hour yesterday. Over a dozen officers were checking fares before riders could head up the stairs, with several people getting written up. Process was quick overall — officers just scanned barcodes on phones and let people through.
Someone charted up what counts as middle class in Calgary using OECD data. The range is $38,000 to $103,000 based on 75–200% of local median income. Interesting look at where the line actually falls if you're wondering where you sit.
Someone's dealing with water leaking from side window frames and asking for fixes. Rain and wind can push water through, so check your seals.
Anti-abortion protesters with graphic images set up at McKnight and Centre Street Thursday. If that distresses you, take another route home.
Hawks and sirens were blaring over Millrise/Evergreen early Thursday morning. People still trying to figure out what happened.
something's brewing on environment canada radar near calgary. if you're tracking the storms, take a look.
Inglewood commercial building owner got a $24,960 quote for a new Navien boiler install from Tip Top Plumbing and is hunting a second opinion. After dropping $15k on repairs in three years, trying to figure out if replacement actually makes sense.
weather forecasts sometimes miss Calgary's microclimates — wondering if they're just using airport data or if different neighborhoods get different predictions
WestJet now carries Tool Shed Brewing — local craft beer on flights out of Calgary
beautiful weather for a bike commute this morning — summer's finally here
Wondering if the Shake Shack lines have died down yet or still packed out. Anyone been by recently?
Free yoga class Saturday, June 20 at 9:30 a.m. in the Flames Room at South Fish Creek recreation association. Bring a mat, water bottle, and maybe a friend. Everyone welcome, no experience needed. Register to let them know headcount.
your home insurance premiums have jumped 400% over the last two decades, and extreme weather is a big part of why. Alberta's getting hit harder than most of the country.
