Wednesday · Sep 23, 2026
Parent asking about Scouts Canada programs in Calgary
A Calgary parent is looking to register their 5-year-old in Scouts Canada and asking locals for details on how the program works here. They had great camping and jamboree...
Grocery deals roundup for Sept 24-30
A Calgary Redditor posted their weekly grocery deals for September 24-30 with reminders on loyalty points: PC Optimum (No Frills, Superstore: 1,000pts = $1), Scene+ (Safeway,...
Popular Lac des Arcs viewpoint faces temporary closure for Highway 1 safety rebuild
Alberta plans to temporarily close the roadside pullout off Highway 1 near Lac des Arcs and rebuild the westbound on-ramp to modern standards at an estimated cost of $1.4 million.
Calgary politics post-election chat heating up
Reddit thread "The Battle After the Ballot: Who Gets to Define Calgary-Shaw?" is drawing discussion about local politics and representation after the recent election, with...
Planning commission votes Thursday on 56-unit supportive housing in Meridian
HomeSpace Society's facility for complex-needs tenants faces rezoning decision at 2612 3rd Avenue S.E., staffed 24-7 with social workers and mental health professionals.
Women asking for safe places to run in Calgary
A woman who returned to running is dealing with unwanted attention — creepy guys on bikes, harassment despite wearing baggy layers. She's asking other women and femme folks for...
Glenmore EB merge from Crowchild backed up every morning
The Crowchild-to-Glenmore EB ramp is severely bottlenecked every morning because drivers try to merge immediately instead of using the full kilometre available to speed up. Two...
Semi jack-knifed in cul-de-sac, ripped utilities box
A semi tried to turn around in a cul-de-sac, jack-knifed, and ripped off a utilities box. 311 was called and the driver was spotted inspecting the damage.
Three men charged after prohibited guns and 3D-printed weapons seized in Coventry Hills
Calgary police executed a search warrant on Covington Rise N.E. and seized a Glock handgun, a .22-calibre revolver, three 3D-printed firearms, and a 3D printer.
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Horrible smell in Ogden/Lynwood from West Coast Reductions
West Coast Reductions' processing smell in Ogden and Lynwood is brutal — residents say it reeks like a dead animal so badly they can't open windows or use their backyards. The...
House sprayed with gunfire in Martindale as family slept, police seek witnesses
A residence across from an elementary school was struck multiple times early Wednesday. Police believe the shooting was targeted and have released a tip line.
Woman trapped in tipped porta-potty during alleged hate-motivated assault; two men charged
On July 2, Calgary police say two men pushed over a portable washroom with a woman inside near a Macleod Trail restaurant. Both face assault charges.
Calgary firefighters respond to more than 35 overdose calls per day as crisis strains resources
From January to July 2026, Calgary Fire Department answered 5,941 overdose calls — a 143 per cent increase from the same period last year.
Anyone seen map o spread in Calgary? Someone's on the hunt
Someone's hunting for map o spread in YYC — hasn't seen it in months, used to grab it from Giant Tiger. If you've spotted it anywhere, there's a grandmother counting on you.
Flags emerge as rallying symbols ahead of Alberta separation referendum on October 19
As Albertans prepare to vote on separatism, the Canadian and Alberta flags have become focal points for federalists and separatists alike — and a source of tension.
Calgary International Film Festival kicks off with 200+ films this week
CIFF runs September 24 to October 4 with more than 200 films — a fresh shot at stuff that filled summer festivals. Downbeat, Jim Queen, A Long Winter and Club Kid are all...
Big Dipper Ice Cream marks 20 years with back-to-back Readers' Choice wins in Okotoks
The family-owned shop took gold for Best Dessert/Ice Cream and silver for Best Place for a First Date, offering over 60 flavours.
Calgary Stampede reverses course, awards Curtis Geiger his $125,000 50/50 winnings
After missing a 48-hour deadline while travelling in Greece, Geiger will receive his prize. The Stampede says the deadline wasn't clearly communicated.
Silver Toyota Echo stolen from Calgary's Southwood neighbourhood
2003 silver Toyota Echo stolen from SW Southwood at 6 am on September 22 with over half a tank of gas. License plate KAS 255. Police case number 26434069 if you spot it.
Calgary transit rider frustrated with escalator etiquette violations
High school student calling out Calgary transit riders who stand two-to-a-stair on escalators and block everyone trying to walk. Stand right if you're riding, walk right if...
Warm weather's kicking off fall in Calgary
Warm weather's kicking off fall in Calgary — don't pack away your sunglasses yet.
Class 3 or Class 4 shingles? Calgary homeowners weighing hail-resistant options
Locals are asking what other homeowners chose for roof shingles after hail season. Class 3 quotes are running $1000 less than Class 4 — both laminated — and people are...
