Sunday · Jun 21, 2026
Mayor and Premier trade 'fun police' jabs over Stampede noise rules and liquor prices
Mayor Jeromy Farkas criticized Alberta's decision to raise minimum drink prices, while Premier Danielle Smith earlier weighed in on Calgary's noise regulations for Stampede tents.
Man in his 20s dies after motorcycle crashes into West Springs home
The crash happened early Sunday morning in the 100 block of Wentworth Square S.W. Speed, alcohol, and drugs are not believed to be factors.
Power outages hit Marda Loop and nearby SW neighbourhoods
Marda Loop, Richmond, Garrison Woods, and Mount Royal lost power Sunday evening, June 21. Enmax was working on restoration within a couple hours, according to 311.
Officer-involved shooting on Deerfoot sends one to hospital
Police responded to reports of a dangerous driver Sunday afternoon near Memorial Drive. One person was hospitalized; no officers were injured.
Deerfoot Trail closed after police incident Sunday
Heavy police presence shut down northbound Deerfoot Trail near Memorial Drive on Sunday afternoon, June 21. ASIRT's investigating an officer-involved shooting.
Okotoks Dawgs power past Moose Jaw in Father's Day showdown
The Dawgs defeated the Miller Express 10-2 in front of 6,234 fans Sunday at Seaman Stadium, with home runs from Jordan Kievman and Connor Crowson.
Joe Ceci, longtime Calgary councillor and NDP MLA, retiring from politics
After 15 years on city council and three terms in the Alberta legislature, Joe Ceci will not seek re-election this fall.
Black bear spotted multiple times in Fish Creek Park
A young black bear has been sighted in southwest Calgary's green spaces since mid-June, but wildlife officials say there's no sign of aggressive behaviour.
Neighbour Day celebrations highlight community amid Alberta division
54 community events across Calgary drew residents together Saturday, even as political tensions loom over a potential separation referendum.
John Butler Trio
The Palace Theatre - Calgary
John Butler with Band
The Palace Theatre
Mayor Farkas calls out Alberta for hiking liquor prices before Stampede
Minimum beer prices jumped nearly 60% after Alberta's first liquor price increase since 2008, days before the Calgary Stampede begins.
National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrated across Calgary with music, stories, and calls for unity
Hundreds gathered Sunday at events across the city — from Inglewood's ContainR Art Park to the annual Walk for Reconciliation — marking the 30th anniversary of the national observance.
The Shaft: Calgary's coffee cocktail that conquered Western Canada
From a late-night secret at a 17th Avenue restaurant, the Shaft became a bar staple across the prairies — and now it's available canned.
Cyclist killed in northeast Calgary after driver's medical emergency
A man in his 60s died Saturday after a vehicle drifted onto the curb on Centre Street; police believe the driver experienced a medical event.
Airport noise-cutting tech debuted here first
Calgary was the first city to use RNP-AR technology to cut landing noise and handle more air traffic. Basically, better flight paths = quieter skies and busier runways.
Beer prices jump 60% ahead of Stampede
Alberta just raised the minimum beer price from $3.20 to $5—a 60% jump—and Calgarians are not happy about it. The hike hits right before Stampede and could crush bars and...
Come From Away - Calgary
Theatre Calgary - Max Bell Theatre
How Alberta's politicians are spending their $160K allowances
An analysis of MLA expenses shows everything from $63 bison steaks and $4,300 barbecues to single cans of pop and gum.
Calgary transit network: good enough?
Someone's asking the real question: is Calgary's transit system actually solid, or just seems it? The C Train Green line expansion keeps getting delayed. Worth the wait, or...
Man dies in suspicious assault at Tomkins Park
Calgary police are investigating a death Saturday evening at the busy 17th Avenue S.W. park. One person is in custody.
Motorcyclist dies after striking SW Calgary home
A motorcyclist was found dead overnight Sunday outside a Wentworth residence after striking the property, Calgary police said.
Langdon Sloughs has palm trees and no one knows how they got there
Driving back from Langdon to Calgary, someone spotted an island with actual palm trees at the Langdon Sloughs. Googled it and the mystery deepens—are they fake? Real? How is...
Things to do in Calgary this week: June 21–27
John Butler Trio and the soul power of St. Paul and The Broken Bones anchor a week split between live music and cozy indoor time as Calgary weathers a soggy stretch.
What gift would a Calgary fire station actually want?
Someone's got a fire station right nearby and wants to do something nice—they get called multiple times a week. But home baked goods just get tossed. What would firefighters...
Looking for a coffee shop without almond milk? Sought and Found comes through
If almond allergies kept you from decent lattes, Sought and Found is the only spot in Calgary doing oat milk exclusively—no cross-contamination risk. Finally safe again.
Calgary police checking bike path speeds near Edworthy Park
Someone spotted Calgary Police doing speed enforcement on the pathway near Edworthy Park—like actually using a radar gun on cyclists and stopping them. Not something people expected.
