Tuesday · Jul 28, 2026
Bird spotted hunting near SE office building
Someone posted a gorgeous bird outside their SE office building — looked like it had caught a rodent or small bird. Totally fearless, didn't care when they got close for a...
Looking for quiet Bow River swim spots
Visitor looking for a private sandy swim spot on the Bow like the one on Prince's Island (fenced off right now) — anyone know a good accessible alternative with deeper water...
Calgary schools welcoming nearly 2,000 new students this fall with 46 modular classrooms and one new school
The Calgary Board of Education hired over 400 teachers and 215 education assistants; bus fees rising from $360 to $500 for 2026-27.
Locals repairing pro-unity yard signs around the city
someone's taking time to repair the 'We Believe' signs getting vandalized around Calgary. seperatism attracts worst actors, so some people are stepping up to counter the...
Dozens of Alberta disability recipients march on Stephen Avenue over cuts and delayed payments
ADAP recipients protested funding cuts of $200 per month and delayed payments since the province replaced the AISH program on July 1.
Taste of Calgary runs July 30 through August 3
five days of food, drink, and live entertainment at Cowboys Park and Spruce Meadows. lineups, local vendors, main stage entertainment — summer's biggest food festival is back.
Cavalry FC v. FC Supra
Spruce Meadows
Calgary cuts free home services for low-income seniors, leaving some without lawn care or snow shovelling
The city is ending a program that served 1,320 seniors aged 65 and older, directing them to provincial services that some say won't cover their needs.
Perseid meteor shower peaks mid-August under nearly perfect viewing conditions
mark your calendar for August 12–13. the Perseid meteor shower is one of the year's most spectacular and conditions should be nearly perfect for watching.
SAVE staff plan to open 24-hour veterinary hospital in Okotoks after clinic closure
Employees are seeking investors, real estate lawyers, and volunteers to launch their own practice after Southern Alberta Veterinary Emergency closes at the end of August.
Woman dies after CTrain strikes her at Shaganappi station
A pedestrian entered a prohibited area of the station and walked onto tracks as an eastbound train approached on Monday afternoon.
Someone's asking for pool yard leveling help in Calgary
A Redditor bought an above-ground Intex pool for a family friend undergoing cancer treatment and got it set up—but the yard's too uneven. They've called Hot Water Pools, Mosaic...
Calgary gets funding commitment for new free community soccer pitch
Through a partnership with the Government of Canada and Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities, Calgary will receive a new free soccer pitch. It's part of a plan to build 25 pitches...
Calgary's 2026 flood season wrapped without major damage
We made it through 2026 flood season without a disaster. Mountain snowpack was way above normal and we had 50% more rain than usual from mid-May through mid-July, plus two...
Starbucks brings Orange Cream drinks to Calgary starting today
Starbucks Canada launches five Orange Cream beverages from July 28, bringing nostalgic summer flavours to its menu across the country.
Union files grievance with Sobeys over Alberta flag displays in stores
The UFCW union claims the Alberta flag is now a separatist symbol and accuses Sobeys decision-makers of creating controversy. Strike vote planned for September if no settlement.
Mobile car detailing popping up on Calgary driveways—but is it legal?
been hearing mobile detailing spots all over the neighborhood doing exterior car washes on driveways, but we're told it's illegal. are those businesses exempt from the city...
21-year-old looking to make friends in Calgary after moving back
just moved back to calgary after uni and have zero friends from high school left in the city. looking for people to hike, bike, climb, and hit live music shows with. if you're...
Yarn store recommendations in Calgary
anyone know the best yarn shops in calgary? looking for craft stores and wondering what locals recommend.
Incel graffiti showing up on almost every Calgary bus
so people are carving and writing "incel" all over calgary buses like it's a game to spot it. apparently it's everywhere.
