This category covers family fun adventures, date nights, events, and much more things to do in and around Calgary! 

Calgary’s Concrete Chronicles: The Bow River Pathway System

This chapter of Calgary’s Concrete Chronicles focuses on one of the city’s most quietly powerful achievements — a linear piece of infrastructure that touches more neighbourhoods, routines, and memories than almost any building ever could. The Bow River Pathway System isn’t just a trail. It’s a spine.

Stretching along the Bow River’s banks, stitched together by bridges, underpasses, and carefully engineered river edges, the pathway system defines how Calgarians move, decompress, and connect with nature — without ever leaving the city.

This is concrete working in harmony with water, landscape, and daily life.

Use the navigation guide below to explore the history, design, and civic…

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Scotia Place: Calgary's Next-Generation Entertainment District

There’s a buzz building in the heart of Calgary, and it’s not just another high-rise. Scotia Place is the megaproject reshaping our city’s skyline, energy, and how we live downtown. If you’ve been thinking about making a move or investing in Calgary’s urban core, this one’s worth paying attention to.

As someone who’s spent years walking job sites and helping buyers, sellers, and investors navigate this city, I can confidently say: Scotia Place is a game-changer.


Use the navigation guide below to explore the Scotia Place Construction: 

  • Why Scotia Place Matters
  • What It Means for Entertainment & Events
  • How It Stacks Up: Scotia Place vs. Rogers Place in Edmonton
  • Project…

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Calgary’s Concrete Chronicles: The Calgary Zoo

This is the next chapter in Calgary’s Concrete Chronicles — our ongoing deep dive into the places built of steel, stone, and concrete that quietly shape how Calgarians live, gather, and connect with the city. These aren’t just structures. They’re long-standing civic investments that tell stories about who Calgary was, who it is, and who it’s becoming. 

Today’s stop isn’t a single building or plaza — it’s an entire living campus rooted along the Bow River: the iconic Calgary Zoo. For more than a century, it’s been a place where infrastructure, conservation, and community intersect in a way few urban spaces ever manage.

The Zoo isn’t just about animals. It’s about how Calgary chose to build space for…

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From Mountains to Money-Saving Moves: Alberta Has It All


USE OUR QUICK NAVIGATION GUIDE BELOW TO JUMP TO ANY POINT ON WHY ALBERTA MAY BE YOUR BEST MOVE YET:  

  • No Provincial Sales Tax = More Money in Your Pocket
  • 300+ Days of Sunshine Every Year
  • The Outdoors Are in Your Backyard
  • Winters Aren’t What You Think—Meet the Chinook
  • Short Commutes = More Time for Life
  • Deciding Between Calgary or Edmonton?

No Provincial Sales Tax = More Money in Your Pocket

Let’s start with the one that hits your wallet immediately: Alberta doesn’t have a provincial sales tax. If you’re moving from BC (12%), Ontario (13%), or Quebec (14.975%), that’s a major savings right off the bat.

This isn’t just about saving a few bucks on a latte. When…

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Holiday Safety: Tips for a Joyful and Secure Winter Season

The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration, and connection with loved ones. However, it’s also a time when safety risks can arise. With so much on your mind, shopping, cooking, decorating, and hosting, it is easy to overlook important details. A simple checklist can help you stay on top of tasks and ensure your holidays are as safe as they are festive. Here are essential safety tips to guide you this winter season.


Use our quick navigation guide below to explore Tips for a Joyful and Secure Holiday Season: 

  • Kitchen and Cooking Safety
  • Fire Safety for Holiday Guests
  • Fireplace Safety: Keep the Holiday Cheer Safe
  • Decorating with Safety in Mind
  • Christmas Tree…

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Calgary’s Bylaw Hall of Fame: The Weirdest Rules You Didn’t Know You Were Breaking

Calgary is a city of innovation, beautiful communities, and… surprisingly quirky bylaws. Some exist for good reason. Some exist because of one legendary complaint in 1987. And some? They just make you raise an eyebrow and say, “Okay, Calgary… who drafted this?”

Let’s hand out some awards.


Use our quick navigation guide below on Bylaw Hall of Fame: Calgary Edition:  

  • The “Where Do I Live?” Award
  • The “Your Cat is a Criminal” Award
  • The “Smoke Is Offensive” Award
  • The “Wind? Does Calgary Get Windy?” Award
  • The “Cul-de-Sac Parking Makes No Sense” Award
  • The “Not On My Sidewalk” Award
  • Why This Matters
  • Important Winter Bylaws Every Calgarian…

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Calgary’s Concrete Chronicles: Calgary’s Centennial Planetarium  

This is the fourth post in Calgary’s Concrete Chronicles — our deep dive into the structures that shaped how we live, move, and experience this city. From arenas to public institutions, these places aren’t just concrete — they’re chapters in Calgary’s identity: ambitious, futuristic, and reflective of our ever-evolving skyline.  We have walked, explored and spent time in them.

Today, we’re exploring a building that once captured the imagination of young minds and astronomy enthusiasts alike — the Calgary Centennial Planetarium, formerly known as the Telus World of Science Centre.

Name changes aside, the wonder inside these walls has remained timeless. 

The Planetarium has always…

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Calgary’s Concrete Chronicles: Millennium Skate Park

This is the third post in Calgary’s Concrete Chronicles — my deep dive into the structures that shaped how we live, move, and experience this city. From arenas to public plazas, these places aren’t just concrete—they’re chapters in Calgary’s identity: bold, gritty, and always pushing forward.

Today, we’re rolling into a space every Calgarian recognizes, whether you’ve ever stepped on a board or not — the legendary Millennium Skate Park, now officially renamed Cowboys Park.

Name change or not, the soul of this place hasn’t shifted an inch.

Millennium has always been more than ledges, rails, and poured concrete. It’s motion. It’s culture. It’s where generations learned resilience the…

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Calgary’s Concrete Chronicles: Saddledome

This is the second post in Calgary’s Concrete Chronicles — a blog series exploring the iconic landmarks that have shaped the spirit, skyline, and soul of Calgary. From stadiums to skyscrapers, each post uncovers the stories behind the structures that define our city. We love sharing this history with longtime locals, newcomers, and anyone curious about the character of Calgary’s built environment.

Today, we’re spotlighting one of the most recognizable silhouettes on Calgary’s skyline — The Scotiabank Saddledome. Built in the early 1980s for the 1988 Winter Olympics, this architectural marvel has hosted hockey legends, sold-out concerts, and unforgettable community moments — all under its iconic curved roof.

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McMahon Stadium History: How Calgary Built a Football Landmark in Just 103 Days

This is the first post in Calgary’s Concrete Chronicles — a new blog series exploring the iconic landmarks that have shaped the spirit, skyline, and soul of Calgary. From stadiums to skyscrapers, each post will uncover the stories behind the structures that define our city. We love sharing this information, especially with newcomers or people looking for a new adventure in Calgary.

We’re kicking things off with McMahon Stadium, a gridiron giant built in just 103 days — and a venue that’s hosted everything from CFL thrillers to Olympic magic.

 

Use our quick navigation guide below to jump to any point of our blog on McMahon Stadium: 65 Years of Football, Olympics,…

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