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HighOnCity · The Calgary Archive

Wednesday · May 20, 2026

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11:33
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Pulse

Soccer City FC brings free clinics and World Cup watch parties

Cavalry FC is teaming up with Suncor and the City to launch Soccer City FC this summer—free soccer clinics and 2026 World Cup watch parties happening downtown. Registration is...

10:53
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Pulse

Is Calgary Place Apartments actually bad

People are asking whether Calgary Place Apartments is worth the risk despite the lower rent. Some recent reviews are worrying, but residents are weighing in with honest takes...

9:53
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Pulse

Where to camp around Calgary

Local campers are debating their favourite backcountry and crown land spots around here—Abraham Lake and Waiparous are popular, and people keep asking about Livingstone and...

9:33
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The Lead

Calgary Police Dog Cleared After Girl's Bite Injury

Alberta's police watchdog found no wrongdoing after a service dog bit a nine-year-old during a 2025 suspect pursuit in Erin Woods.

7:36
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Pulse

Negotiating rent in Calgary right now

Someone moving from Vancouver is asking if it's possible to negotiate lower rent or get incentives (free month, parking) in downtown Calgary apartments. High availability but...

7:30
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Tonight

Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club - Calgary

Pumphouse Theatres

7:30
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Tonight

Mamma Mia! (Touring)

Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium

7:23
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The Lead

Second-Degree Murder Charge in NE Hotel Death

Man charged after death at Emerald Hotel near Sunridge; police responded to medical distress call Sunday night.

6:58
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Pulse

Campground hunting season is on

Looking for new campgrounds within a few hours of Calgary this summer? Redditors are sharing their favorites—Gooseberry, Aspen Beach, and Kinbrook have been the usual picks,...

6:45
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The Lead

Calgary Police Dog Attack: ASIRT Clears Officer

Provincial watchdog rules no charges after service canine mauled nine-year-old girl in incident blamed on 'confluence of errors'.

6:33
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News Brief

Downtown Summer Soccer & Basketball Clinics Launch June

City partners with Cavalry FC, Calgary Wild, and Calgary Surge for free summer recreation ahead of World Cup.

6:07
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Pulse

New hotels coming to Beltline

Renderings are out for two new hotels in the Calgary Beltline built by Truman Homes: a Fairmount Hotel & Residences replacing a longtime landmark, and another major project....

5:55
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The Lead

DNA Evidence Links Two Men to Rocky View Worker's Death

DNA from multiple crime scenes ties accused to fatal shooting of Colin Hough, 34, who tried to help stranded motorists.

5:42
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News Brief

Dog Days: Calgary's First Hot Dog Festival Launches Saturday

Two-week celebration at 54 restaurants supports pet therapy charity; $1 per hot dog sold benefits PALS.

5:17
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Pulse

Parking ticket despite having receipt

Someone in r/calgary got ticketed for unpaid parking even though they paid and had the receipt in their windshield. City ignored two dispute attempts; they've now filed not...

5:04
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News Brief

Calgary Public Library Launches Free Kindergarten Literacy Bags

Early reading initiative distributes free book bags at library locations across the city this month.

4:52
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The Lead

Paramedics Slam 'Cosmetic' EMS Rebranding

Alberta health unions criticize $3.5M logo redesign as disconnect from real problems: understaffing, burnout, and rising patient wait times.

4:39
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News Brief

Vertigo Theatre Closes Season With 'The Verdict' Premiere

North American stage premiere of courtroom drama popularized by 1982 Paul Newman film now on Calgary stage.

4:26
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Eat & Drink

The Melting Pot Eyes Calgary for Canadian Expansion

U.S. fondue chain with 90+ locations signals Calgary as next target for four-course dining experience.

4:13
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News Brief

Outdoor Aquatic Centre Opens in Blackfalds

Large water park with spray features, slides, and hot tub opens near Calgary for summer season.

2:29
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News Brief

Stampede Rotary Dream Home Reunites 11 Past Artists

The 30-year partnership celebrates with an all-star art show featuring works by Jamie Kim, Shawni Tolman, and nine other creators.

1:59
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Pulse

Calgary's 'Garbage Tornado' Problem Getting Worse

Residents are fed up with wind whipping garbage across Bankview and other neighbourhoods. People are calling it a 'garbage tornado'—basically trash balls rolling through the...

1:44
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News Brief

Hot Air Balloons Rise Over Medicine Hat This Weekend

Up to 35 balloons will take flight at the free Rise Up Festival, with evening galas, a colour run, food trucks, and more.

1:14
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Pulse

FlixBus Launched Calgary-to-Drumheller Route

FlixBus launched a new bus service from Calgary to Drumheller last week, and $17 one-way tickets are drawing attention. Locals are already calling it a game-changer for getting...

12:59
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News Brief

21 Things Worth Doing in Calgary This June

From Zoo Brew to outdoor markets and performances, the month is loaded with free and paid events to kick off summer.

12:44
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Eat & Drink

Pastiche Wine Bar Coming to Calgary This July

Chef Kyle Opel and sommelier Jason Exton bring their Love Damian concept to a new chef-driven wine bar with shared plates.

12:14
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Pulse

Decimate Metalfest is June 26-27 in Millet

First-timers thinking about volunteering at Decimate Metalfest in Millet (June 26–27) are crowdsourcing advice on Reddit about what to expect. Community's saying the vibe is...

11:59
AM
News Brief

Bankview Electrical Fire Knocks Out Power to 80+ Residents

A transformer blaze on a power pole left the southwest Calgary neighbourhood without electricity early Wednesday morning.

11:44
AM
News Brief

Killer Mike Replaces The Psychedelic Furs at Folk Fest

The Grammy-winning rapper and activist will headline Calgary Folk Music Festival's main stage on Sunday, July 26.

11:29
AM
Eat & Drink

A&W Launches First Smash Burger Across Canada

The burger chain is dropping hand-smashed beef patties topped with real cheddar, pickles, and signature sauce starting May 25.

11:13
AM
News Brief

'Grandparent Scam' Suspect Impersonated EPS Officer, Stole $4,900

Calgary police are searching for a man who posed as an Edmonton detective and convinced an elderly woman her grandson needed bail.

9:38
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Pulse

North Trail High School Needs Volunteers This Friday

North Trail High School's hosting their Charity Spring Carnival on May 30 from 1 to 4 p.m., and they're looking for volunteers to help out. Local students asking the community...

8:54
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Pulse

How Much Are You Spending on Gas?

Everyone's asking how much they're spending on gas every month, and one Redditor sharing their $85 average just opened the floodgates. Bike commuters bragging, car owners...

8:32
AM
The Lead

Calgary-Founded Website Shuts Down After Hate Content Investigation

Entropy Live, a livestreaming platform that helped monetize white supremacist content, is closing following a Fifth Estate investigation by CBC.

7:48
AM
Pulse

Calgary Rallies Around Health Crisis Question

Someone just posted asking for lung cancer doctor recommendations after their mom's diagnosis, and the thread's filling up with real locals sharing their own experiences and...

7:27
AM
The Lead

Substitute Teacher Crisis Hits Calgary Schools Hard

Nearly 200 teaching positions go unfilled daily in Calgary public schools as provincewide shortage forces classrooms to double up and principals to teach.

7:05
AM
News Brief

Calgary Music Scene Gets National Stage This Weekend

Wolf Parade's Spencer Krug brings solo tour to East Town Get Down festival, performing fresh album Same Fangs across nine venues.

6:43
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News Brief

Buffalo Lake's Boating Season Threatened by Historic Low Water

Camrose County invested $100K in boat launch repairs, but water levels remain too low for safe access as drought conditions persist across Alberta.