Sunday · May 17, 2026
Need a dog fix without the commitment? Calgary has volunteer dog walking.
Someone asked if there's a service to volunteer-walk other people's dogs because they miss hanging with dogs but work unpredictable hours. Turns out this is a real thing in...
Solo drive to Vancouver leaving you disoriented for hours? You're not alone.
People on r/calgary are comparing notes on the brutal post-drive brain fog after long solos to Vancouver. Twelve hours behind the wheel and you're still feeling like you're...
Okotoks Hosts 24th Annual Garage Sale Parade Despite Spring Weather
About 100 garage sales took place across Okotoks and surrounding areas, with snow and rain failing to dampen the hunt for bargains.
Long Weekend Weather Disrupts Victoria Day Festivities
Snow and rain dampened celebrations across the region, but photographers captured heritage site reopenings and festival moments in spite of it all.
Corb Lund Brings Water Not Coal Fight to Calgary
Country artist rallies support for petition opposing coal mining expansion that threatens ranching families and river health across Alberta.
Need rustproofing help for wheel wells in Calgary
Someone's looking for a good spot to get rust treatment on a wheel well and asking for local recommendations. Spring's the perfect time to catch rust before it gets worse.
Looking for an affordable mechanic in Calgary to fix a coolant leak
Someone's facing a potentially $5k engine gasket repair on their 2017 Mazda and is asking if anyone knows independent mechanics in Calgary who might do quality work without the...
City folks asking about pet tag rules vs. expensive city tags
Cat owners are debating whether they actually need the official city pet tag or if they can just engrave their own with their pet's ID number. Turns out the city's website...
Airdrie's Quest Theatre Delivers 'Whispers in the Air' Triumph
A striking performance of Attila Clemann's work proved that meaningful theatre flourishes outside major urban centers.
Airdrie's Tiny Art Gala Proves Big Ideas Come in Small Packages
The upcoming Tiny Art, Tiny Bubbles Gala showcases how intimate artmaking can create outsized cultural impact.
Ice Cream and Puppies Come Together in Okotoks Adoption Event
Big Dipper Ice Cream hosted Sheep River Dog Rescue for a summer fundraiser combining treats and adoptable dogs.
Okotoks Rugby Knights Head to Provincials After Zone Win
HTA Knights captured the rugby zone championship, earning a spot at School Sport Alberta's provincial tournament.
Navy Jets Collide at Idaho Air Show; All Four Crew Eject Safely
Two U.S. Navy jets crashed during a performance at Mountain Home Air Force Base, but all crew members escaped without serious injury.
Blue Jays' Guerrero Powers Past Tigers as Spring Momentum Builds
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. homered as Toronto's Kevin Gausman delivered a strong outing in a 4-1 win over Detroit.
LGBTQ+ Advocates Sound Alarm on Canada's Rights Crossroads
As International Day Against Homophobia marks another year, community leaders warn the country faces a critical moment on equality.
NW Calgary Rollover Sends One to Hospital; Injuries Minor
A dramatic multi-vehicle incident at Memorial Drive and Crowchild Trail left one person hospitalized but with minimal injuries.
Ukraine's Heritage Village Reopens After Devastating Fire
One year after flames destroyed its visitor centre and priceless artifacts, Alberta's Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village is welcoming visitors back.
Bowness Park's streetcar history sparking conversation about Calgary's past
A thread on Bowness Park's history just dropped—the story behind the streetcar, the park's original vision, and what it means to Calgary's neighborhoods now. Deep dive into...
Petunia planting questions heating up as Calgary spring weather settles
People are asking if it's too early to plant petunias in Calgary right now. Consensus: probably wait a few more days, but the forecast looks clean enough that mid-week planting...
Karan Aujla's P-Pop Culture Concert Sparks Unexpected Inspiration
An Airdrie writer found their creative spark at a recent Karan Aujla concert—a reminder that art speaks across genres and expectations.
Corb Lund's Snowy Ride Through Longview Draws Community Out
The country musician stopped in Longview to rally support for the Water Not Coal petition, proving winter doesn't stop activism.
Toronto Blue Jays Rookie Pitcher Got Called Up Mid-Fashion Crisis
Adam Macko's wardrobe overhaul got interrupted by the phone call every baseball prospect dreams about—his MLB debut.
Hollywood's #MeToo Reckoning Lost Momentum, Blanchett Says
At Cannes, acclaimed actor Cate Blanchett reflected on how quickly the industry movement stalled and what it cost the broader conversation.
Canada Confirms First Hantavirus Case from Cruise Ship Outbreak
A British Columbia resident tested positive for hantavirus after traveling on the MV Hondius, marking Canada's first confirmed case from the ongoing outbreak.
Federal EV Rebates Back—Sales Jump 83 Percent in March
Ottawa reintroduced electric vehicle subsidies in February, and Canadians responded immediately. Here's what the numbers show.
Alberta Real Estate Cools Down—Some Cities Hit Double-Digit Drops
Fort McMurray, Lethbridge, and Edmonton are seeing sharp declines in home sales as the market shifts. What it means for Calgary.
Teachers Gather to Push Back Against Education Policy Stalemate
Nearly 450 Alberta educators are in Calgary this weekend for union talks, and the message to government is clear: we need to be heard.
1997 Teac amplifier needing repair—where to take vintage audio gear?
Looking for places in Calgary that repair older audio equipment like a 1997 Teac integrated amp. Odd Audio won't touch anything this new, so the search is on.
Where to get a tow hitch installed in Calgary?
People looking for recommendations on where to have a U-Haul tow hitch installed in Calgary. Anyone got a shop they trust?
Best gravel mix for a dog run that won't destroy your lawn mower
Someone's asking what gravel or stone mix works best for a dog run when you also need to mow through it. Their clover situation didn't last long—looking for something more durable.
School litter becomes community issue in Okotoks area
Foothills Composite High School grounds garbage sparks broader conversation about shared responsibility
Ukraine launches major drone strikes on Russia, killing at least 4
One of largest attacks targets areas near Moscow; debris lands on airport without damage
Trump's abortion 'gag rule' prompts calls for Canadian aid leadership
Canadian aid organizations ask PM Carney to assemble coalition defending sexual health programming
10 incredible things to do in Calgary this week: May 18 to 22
Comedy, sports, live music and more line up for the next five days across the city
Alberta advances business case for new oil pipeline to West Coast
Federal and provincial governments move closer to project approval amid mixed reactions from business and environmental groups
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wins second consecutive NBA MVP award
Canadian Thunder guard joins Steve Nash in elite company with back-to-back honours
Canada confirms first hantavirus case from cruise ship outbreak
Person from Yukon testing positive after developing fever and headache; national lab confirms diagnosis
Inline hockey league search underway in Calgary
Looking for an inline roller hockey league or drop-in in Calgary? Someone just asked and there's discussion happening in the subreddit if you want to get into it.
Fairly OddParents meme takes over West Village Towers
Someone posted a hilarious photo of the West Village Towers and everyone's making Fairly OddParents jokes. Cosmo and Wanda living in Calgary confirmed.
Shaw Rogers outage hits Calgary again
Shaw Rogers internet is down again in Calgary. Third outage this month—people are losing it in the subreddit. Anyone else dealing with this right now?
Stephen Avenue morning walk shows calm downtown before rush hour
Stephen Avenue at 7 AM hits different—quiet streets, empty sidewalks, the whole downtown Calgary vibe shifts before rush hour kicks in. New 4K video just dropped if you're into...
Medieval discovery reveals oldest surviving English poem
Researchers found an ancient English poem hidden in a medieval manuscript at a Roman library, stunning the academic community.
UK Labour politician Wes Streeting declares bid for prime minister
Former health secretary Wes Streeting officially announced his intention to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Foothills road conditions and live traffic cameras available
Check real-time road conditions and live cameras for the Foothills region to plan your commute.
Canadians set to receive major benefit payments in June
June brings a wave of government benefit and credit payments to help eligible Canadians navigate the ongoing affordability crisis.
Spring real estate market shows modest signs of recovery
Canada's hoped-for spring real estate boom is slow to arrive, though some regions report modest gains compared to last year's sluggish market.
Canadian inflation expected to exceed 3% in April
Economists forecast inflation hit 3.1% in April as gas prices surged, marking the first time above 3% since 2023.
Hometown hero Mya Jones shines in Wild FC's draw with Montreal
Calgary Wild FC battled to a thrilling 2-2 draw against Montreal Roses FC at McMahon Stadium on Saturday in one of the season's best performances.
Drone strike ignites fire at UAE nuclear power plant
A drone strike sparked a fire outside the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Abu Dhabi. No injuries reported; plant operates normally.
WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak
The World Health Organization declared the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency after 300+ suspected cases and 88 deaths.