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Calgary Man Jamie Dacosta, Accused of Offering Gas Money to Kill PM Mark Carney, Is Expected to Plead Guilty
Jamie Dacosta, 31, the Calgary man charged over a YouTube video that offered gas money to anyone willing to “slaughter” Prime Minister Mark Carney, is expected to plead guilty, his lawyer says. A deal with the Crown also covers a separate extortion charge. Sentencing could wait until 2027, and he isn’t the only Alberta man charged with threatening Carney this fall.
New Calgary-Area Superstore Opens Nov. 26 at Buffalo Run on Tsuut'ina Nation Next to Calgary’s First Nation Costco
A new Real Canadian Superstore opens Nov. 26 at Buffalo Run on Tsuut’ina Nation, bordering southwest Calgary. The roughly 100,000-square-foot store is the first Superstore in Alberta designed with an Indigenous community, with artwork by four Tsuut’ina artists. It joins the Costco that opened there in 2020, with a Walmart coming to Taza next.
Moose Smashes Through Calgary Office Window, Roams Hallways Before Wildlife Officers Relocate It
A young bull moose crashed through a Calgary office window in Midnapore on Tuesday morning and wandered the lobby. The building manager thought it was a prank until he saw it himself. Fish and Wildlife officers later found the moose, treated it for minor cuts and moved it west of Water Valley.
Calgary’s First Fire Station and Library Under One Roof Breaks Ground in Walden, Set to Open in 2028
Walden’s library is currently a 64-square-foot greenhouse. That’s about to change. Calgary has broken ground on its first combined fire station and public library, a $34.2-million project at 969 Walden Drive S.E. that will serve Walden, Legacy, Chaparral and Wolf Willow. Here’s what’s being built, what changes during construction and when it’s expected to open.
Calgary Pedestrian Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries in Martindale Crash, on the Same Road as the City’s Riskiest Crossing
A pedestrian is in hospital with life-threatening injuries after being hit by a vehicle at Martinbrook Gate and Martindale Boulevard N.E. early Monday. The driver stayed at the scene. It happened on the same road as the crossing the City of Calgary ranked its highest-risk unsignalized intersection for pedestrians this summer, and council decides on funding for fixes in November.
Chondra Fox, 23, Crowned 2027 Calgary Stampede First Nations Princess, the Third Straight From the Kainai Nation
Chondra Fox, a 23-year-old Jingle Dress dancer from the Kainai Nation, is the 2027 Calgary Stampede First Nations Princess. Her Blackfoot name, Naamitapiaakii, means Lone Woman. She’s the third woman from Kainai in a row to hold the title, which dates back to 1965. Here’s who she is, what it took to win, and how to see her, or book her, next year.
Missing Calgary Senior Raymond, 70, Last Seen at Foothills Medical Centre Without a Jacket; Police Ask for Help
Calgary police are asking for help finding Raymond, 70, last seen Friday morning at Foothills Medical Centre in northwest Calgary. He has a medical condition and was wearing a white t-shirt and jeans without a jacket. Here’s what he looks like, what to do if you see him and how you can help.
15 Things to Do in Calgary This Weekend: October 23–25, 2026 (Ghouls' Night Out, Dash of Doom & More)
Ghouls' Night Out takes over Heritage Park, the Dash of Doom puts dogs in costume at North Glenmore Park, the Saddledome has hockey all three days and the Calgary ski sale opens in its new home. Fifteen things to do in Calgary over October 23-25, 2026, with times, addresses and what each one costs.
Walmart Taking Over Former Hudson’s Bay at Calgary’s Southcentre Mall With a Massive Two-Storey Supercentre
The former Hudson’s Bay at Calgary’s Southcentre Mall is getting a new tenant. Walmart plans to open a two-storey, 165,000-square-foot Supercentre there in 2028, with full groceries, a pharmacy and a vision centre. But it isn’t a new Walmart for south Calgary. The Macleod Trail SE store is moving into the mall. Here’s what’s coming and what it means for shoppers.
Calgary Driver Clocked at 189 km/h on Stoney Trail Near Glenmore Trail, 89 km/h Over the Limit
Calgary police say a driver was clocked at 189 km/h in a 100 km/h zone on Stoney Trail near Glenmore Trail S.W., then caught on radar again at 165 km/h while changing lanes. The driver faces careless driving, speeding and failing to produce a licence, and a mandatory court date. It comes as Calgary pushes its Vision Zero plan after the deadliest year for pedestrians in more than a decade.
Calgary Bus Fire Victim Judith Ferrufino Martínez Leaves Behind Husband and Two Children as Fundraiser Grows
Judith Ferrufino Martínez was a wife and a mother of two. A GoFundMe identifies her as one of three passengers killed in the Calgary Transit bus fire near Saddletowne station on Oct. 15. As of Tuesday, it had raised $5,280 from 90 donations to help her husband care for their children. Police have identified all three victims but haven’t released their names. They’re still asking passengers who left the scene to come forward.
Calgary Opera Removes Singer Gabriel Sanchez-Ortega From Tosca After He Displayed a Palestinian Flag at Curtain Call
Gabriel Sanchez-Ortega played an escaped political prisoner in Calgary Opera’s Tosca. After he unfurled a Palestinian flag at opening-night curtain call, the company pulled him from the rest of the run. “I have no regret,” he wrote. Now the question is whether he stays with the company at all.
University of Alberta Ranks 6th, University of Calgary 9th Among Canada’s Large Universities in Maclean’s 2027 Rankings
Two Alberta universities made Canada’s top 10 for large universities in Maclean’s rebuilt 2027 rankings. The University of Alberta placed sixth and the University of Calgary ninth. But the numbers underneath tell a more interesting story about research, class sizes and how many students stick around.
Spruce Grove Man Franklin Lopez, 47, Charged With Child Luring After Calgary Undercover Investigation
Franklin Lopez, 47, of Spruce Grove faces four charges after police say he travelled to Calgary to meet a youth for sex. The person he’d been messaging since August was an undercover ALERT investigator.
Mark Carney Visits Calgary, Urges Albertans to Vote ‘No to the Nine’ Ahead of Referendum
Prime Minister Mark Carney brought his “No to the Nine” campaign to Calgary Thursday, four days before Alberta’s referendum. He urged Albertans to stay in Canada and reject the other nine questions. Danielle Smith says he has it wrong.
15 Things to Do in Calgary This Weekend: October 16–18, 2026 (Stampeders Pink Game, Brick Roundup & More)
The Stampeders host BC in their Pink Power game, Cavalry chases the CPL Shield at Spruce Meadows, the Saddledome has hockey on all three days and Calgary's biggest LEGO show fills MacEwan Hall. Fifteen things to do in Calgary over October 16-18, 2026, with times, addresses and what each one costs.
Calgary Bus Fire: 3 Dead, At Least 10 Injured After Two Transit Buses Collide Near Saddletowne Station
Three people are dead and at least 10 injured after two Calgary Transit buses collided and caught fire in northeast Calgary. One driver had to be cut free, and Mayor Jeromy Farkas has promised a full investigation.
Calgary Learner Driver Caught at 146 km/h in an 80 km/h Zone on Glenmore Trail, With No Supervisor
A Calgary learner driver was caught going 146 km/h in an 80 km/h zone on Glenmore Trail with no supervisor in the car. Police issued four tickets. Two of them, speeding and careless driving, carry 12 demerit points together. Alberta suspends a learner’s licence at eight.
Calgary Police Charge Woman After 92-Year-Old Was Struck in the Face During Afternoon Walk Downtown
Calgary police say a stranger struck a 92-year-old woman in the face as she walked with a friend downtown on a Tuesday afternoon. Juliana Isabella Bodor, 59, is charged with assault and appears in court Wednesday.
Calgary Flames Fall to 0-5, the Worst Start in Franchise History, in the Saddledome’s Final Season
The Calgary Flames have lost their first five games for the first time ever. They’ve been outscored 27-8 and are the only NHL team without a point, all in the Saddledome’s farewell season. The rematch with Anaheim is tonight.
Calgary Driver Impaired by Cannabis Caught at 90 km/h in Construction Zone, Faces $2,320 in Fines
Calgary police stopped a driver going 90 km/h in a 50 km/h construction zone with workers on site, then determined they were impaired by cannabis. The driver lost their car for 30 days, their licence for up to 15 months, and owes $2,320. Here’s how Alberta’s penalties add up.
Edmonton Home Sales Fall 10% as Inventory Climbs 17%. Here's What Homes Cost in Canada's Fastest-Growing Metro
Edmonton is Canada’s fastest-growing metro, but home sales fell 10% in September while inventory climbed 17%. Townhouse and semi-detached prices are already down, and Alberta just ordered the city to roll back the infill rules behind many of them. Here’s what homes cost now and how Edmonton compares with Calgary and Canada.
Calgary Flames Start Saddledome’s Farewell Season 0-4, Outscored 23-6 and NHL’s Only Team Without a Point
The Calgary Flames have lost their first four games of the Saddledome’s farewell season, outscored 23-6. Thursday’s 7-3 loss to Colorado, with Calgary-born Cale Makar scoring twice, left the Flames as the NHL’s only team without a point.
Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas Says Danielle Smith Is 'Ordering Me How to Vote' Over Zoning
Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas says Premier Danielle Smith is overstepping by ordering Calgary to keep its blanket rezoning repeal, a repeal he voted for. Smith's chief of staff called the mayor "a bit melodramatic."
Calgary Massage Therapist Yuriy Zhivov Faces 4 New Sexual Assault Charges After More People Come Forward
Calgary massage therapist Yuriy Zhivov, 53, now faces five sexual assault charges after four more people came forward following his July arrest. The case comes as Alberta still hasn't decided whether to regulate massage therapy, two years after the profession asked it to.
Calgary Opens $26-Million Rocky Ridge Athletic Park as Demand for Soccer Fields Grows
Calgary's new $26-million Rocky Ridge Athletic Park is open in the northwest, adding two lit artificial turf soccer fields as teams across the city compete for playing time. A $75-million indoor fieldhouse next door still needs construction funding.
Calgary Police Searching for Thi, 30, of Chestermere, Last Seen at Forest Lawn's Lucky Supermarket; Public Asked to Help
Calgary police are asking for help finding Thi, 30, of Chestermere, who was dropped off at Lucky Supermarket in Forest Lawn on Sept. 28 and hasn't been seen since. Police say it's unusual for her to be out of contact with her family this long.
Calgary Jobs in October 2026: The City, Calgary Co-op, Government, Stantec and 80 More Employers Are Hiring
There are 1,686 jobs open in Calgary right now, from 83 employers. The City is hiring signals electricians at $56 an hour, Calgary Co-op has 170 openings, and Stantec has 132. Here's who's hiring, and what some of the jobs pay.
Calgary Is Getting Haidilao, the Global Hot Pot Chain Famous for Its Noodle Dance
Haidilao is coming to Calgary's Northland. The international hot pot chain is known for tableside noodle performances, build-your-own broths and over-the-top service, and the Calgary restaurant appears to be its first in Alberta.
Calgary Driver Caught Going 118 km/h in a 50 km/h Construction Zone
Calgary police say a driver was caught going 118 km/h through a 50 km/h construction zone, 68 km/h over the limit. The driver was handed a mandatory court summons.
Calgary Police Want to Identify Man in MRU Hoodie After Fat Bike Stolen From Southwest Garage
Calgary police are trying to identify a man after a fat bike was stolen from a garage in the 1700 block of 35 Avenue S.W. He was caught on camera in a blue MRU hoodie, patchwork-style pants and black shoes.
Calgary Police Seek Man and Woman After Fatal Stabbing on 7th Avenue S.E.
Calgary police are asking for help identifying a man and woman they believe are connected to a fatal stabbing in East Village. Police say two men who knew each other got into a fight Friday evening, and one stabbed the other.
Calgary E. Coli Outbreak: AHS Investigating 6 Cases Linked to Kinjo Sushi in Mahogany
Alberta Health Services is investigating an E. coli outbreak linked to Kinjo Sushi & Grill in Calgary's Mahogany neighbourhood, with four confirmed and two probable cases. AHS hasn't identified the source, and the restaurant remains open.
University of Calgary Climbs to 185th in the World in 2027 University Rankings
The University of Calgary has climbed to 185th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2027, up 15 spots in a year and now eighth in Canada. Its best scores came in industry and research quality.
Calgary Driver Caught Going 141 km/h in a 70 Zone on Stoney Trail While Watching YouTube
Calgary police say a driver caught going 141 km/h in a 70 km/h zone on Stoney Trail was also watching a YouTube video on their phone. It happened the same day police stopped another driver on Stoney Trail going 204 km/h.
16 Things to Do in Calgary This Weekend: October 2–4, 2026 (CIFF Closing Weekend, Colossal Carve & More)
The Calgary International Film Festival closes on Sunday, a champion carver takes on giant pumpkins at the Calgary Farmers' Market, and the Wranglers open their season at the Saddledome. Sixteen things to do in Calgary over October 2-4, 2026, with times, addresses and what each one costs.
85% of Calgary Homes Are Selling Below Asking as Buyers Gain the Upper Hand. Here's How Much Buyers Are Saving
About 85 per cent of Greater Calgary homes sold below asking in August, according to HouseSigma, with a typical discount of 2.29 per cent, or roughly $11,900. Condos and homes under $400,000 gave buyers the most room to negotiate.
Calgary Says It Doesn't Regulate Referendum Signs. Video Shows a City Crew Taking Them Down.
Video shows a City of Calgary crew removing referendum signs along 10 Street ahead of Alberta's Oct. 19 vote. Calgary says it doesn't regulate referendum signs, but can step in when they create safety concerns or interfere with public infrastructure.
Calgary Is Adding Chip Bags, Foam and Toothpaste Tubes to Blue Cart Recycling Oct. 1
Calgary's blue cart recycling rules expand Oct. 1, 2026, adding chip bags, snack wrappers, foam packaging, toothpaste tubes and certain aerosol cans. The change is part of Alberta's province-wide recycling system, and it's already cut blue cart fees by $7.17 a month.
Calgary Driver, 18, Caught Going 147 km/h on Deerfoot Trail. The 17-Year-Old Passenger Was Ticketed Too.
Calgary police stopped an 18-year-old going 147 km/h in a 100 km/h zone on Deerfoot Trail at 1:40 a.m. The driver was four km/h short of a mandatory court date. The 17-year-old passenger got their own $211 ticket, and in Alberta, that's on them, not the driver.
The Calgary Flames' Saddledome Farewell Season Starts Thursday. Here's How the Iconic Arena Was Built in 26 Months.
The Calgary Flames open their final season at the Scotiabank Saddledome on Thursday. The building went up in just over 26 months in the early 1980s, with a roof engineered like a tennis racket. Its final scheduled regular-season game is April 10.
Calgary Driver Clocked at 204 km/h on Stoney Trail, 104 km/h Over the Speed Limit
Calgary police stopped a driver going 204 km/h in a 100 km/h zone on Stoney Trail N.E. near Deerfoot Trail on a Sunday morning. The driver was ticketed for speeding, careless driving and illegally tinted windows.
Calgary-Area Walmart Breaks Ground at Taza Park West. The 140,000-Square-Foot Supercentre Opens in Fall 2027.
Walmart Canada has broken ground on a 140,000-square-foot Supercentre at Taza Park West on Tsuut'ina Nation, just outside southwest Calgary. It's expected to open in fall 2027 with a full grocery department, and hiring is expected to start in the spring.
Alberta's Rat Patrol Investigating Dead Rat in Bowden Days After Calgary Sighting
A dead rat found in Bowden, south of Red Deer, is being investigated by Alberta's Rat Control Program days after a separate rat sighting was reported in southeast Calgary. Neither means Alberta has lost its famous rat-free status.
Airdrie Man Shawn Thompson Charged With Six Sexual Assaults in Calgary and Airdrie After Store Manager Recognized Him
Shawn Thompson, 30, of Airdrie faces six sexual assault charges after women were allegedly groped while shopping in Calgary and Airdrie. Police say a No Frills manager recognized the suspect after seeing a Calgary police appeal. The charges have not been proven in court.
Parks Canada Discussed Lethally Removing Banff's Famous Grizzly Bear 'The Boss.' He's Still Out There.
An April 2025 Parks Canada email shows wildlife staff preparing for the possibility that Bear 122, Banff's famous grizzly known as The Boss, might eventually have to be lethally removed. Seventeen months later he's still out there, and Parks Canada says killing him would be an extraordinarily rare last resort.
16 Things to Do in Calgary This Weekend: September 25–27, 2026 (Night Light, Doors Open YYC & More)
Night Light turns Victoria Park into a free light art festival, Doors Open YYC unlocks buildings across the city, balloons glow over High River on Friday night and LanternFest lights up International Avenue. Sixteen things to do in Calgary over September 25-27, 2026, with times, addresses and what each one costs.
Calgary 911 Failed to Treat Missing Parker Wells as Priority 1 Until 48 Minutes After First Call, Review Finds
The first call came after Parker Wells' day home couldn't find the 11-year-old. Calgary's review found enough information was available to create a Priority 1 police event, but that didn't happen until 48 minutes later.
Woman Dies in Calgary Days After Being Struck by a School Bus in Somerset
A woman in her 60s has died days after she was struck by a school bus in Calgary's Somerset community. Her injuries were initially believed to be minor, but her condition later deteriorated. Two children aboard the bus were not injured.
Airdrie Is Getting a New Health Centre With Urgent Care, Birthing and Surgery. It Opens in 2031.
Airdrie is getting a new health centre with urgent care, birthing services and capacity for about 10,000 surgical procedures a year. It's expected to open in 2031, but it isn't a full-service hospital, and the cost and location haven't been announced.
Calgary's $1.22B Scotia Place Takes Shape as Final Steel Beam Goes Into Main Arena
Calgary's $1.22-billion Scotia Place project has reached one of its biggest construction milestones yet. The final structural steel beam is now installed in the main arena, completing a frame built with roughly 7,760 metric tonnes of steel as crews push toward a fall 2027 opening.
15 Things to Do in Calgary This Weekend: September 18–20, 2026 (Railway Days & More)
Heritage Park runs the steam trains for Railway Days, the Stampeders host Ottawa on Saturday night, the Flames are back at the Saddledome on Sunday, and a free night market takes over Central Memorial Park. Fifteen things to do in Calgary over September 18-20, 2026, with times, addresses and what each one costs.
Calgary Police Seek Man Suspected of Groping Customers at Shoppers Drug Mart and Walmart
Calgary police are asking for help identifying a man suspected of groping customers at two stores. The reported sexual assaults happened August 15 at a northeast Shoppers Drug Mart and September 1 at a southeast Walmart.
8 Calgary Employers Made Forbes' Best Company Culture List. All Eight Are Hiring in Alberta.
Forbes named eight Calgary-based employers among Canada's best for company culture. All eight currently have openings on the Culture Alberta job board, including Bethany Care Society, which climbed to fifth in the country.
Calgary Boy, 9, Trapped Underwater in B.C. River for Up to 10 Minutes Is Home With No Signs of Brain Damage
Paul-Angelo Warren was trapped underwater against driftwood in the Shuswap River for an estimated five to 10 minutes on August 3. After eight days in a medically induced coma, the nine-year-old returned home to Calgary on September 1. His family says testing found no signs of brain damage.
Calgary's Mount Royal University Launches New Computing School, Targets 1,000 Students by 2027
Mount Royal University has launched its School of Computing Sciences and Mathematics, bringing together three degree programs, four minors and a post-bachelor's certificate. MRU expects approximately 350 new students annually and more than 1,000 enrolled by 2027.
Calgary Lands 2027 X Games, Seven Years After Alberta Pulled $13.5M in Funding
The X Games will come to Calgary's WinSport from February 19 to 21, 2027, seven years after Alberta withdrew $13.5 million promised for an earlier three-year run. Tickets are already on sale, but the new event's financing has not been disclosed.
Calgary Man Jamie Dacosta, 31, Charged Over Alleged Threat to Kill Prime Minister Mark Carney
Jamie Dacosta, 31, of Calgary has been charged after the RCMP says a YouTube account posted threats to kill Prime Minister Mark Carney. Dacosta remains in custody, and none of the allegations has been proven in court.
Alberta NDP Flips Calgary-Shaw, Defeating UCP by 582 votes in Byelection Upset
NDP candidate Kyle Campbell defeated UCP candidate Mike Derry by 582 votes in Calgary-Shaw, overturning the 3,379-vote margin former UCP MLA Rebecca Schulz secured in 2023. It's the first time the NDP has held the riding since 2015.
Calgary Worker Dies After Fall at Northwest Kincora Drive Job Site, Investigation Underway
A worker died after falling at a job site in the 500 block of Kincora Drive N.W. on Friday afternoon. Paramedics found the person in critical condition and they were pronounced dead at the scene. Occupational Health and Safety has been notified.
Calgary Semi Rollover Closes Stoney Trail Ramps to Metis Trail
A semi-truck rolled on the ramp from Stoney Trail to southbound Metis Trail early Saturday morning. Both off ramps to Metis Trail were closed, along with the stretch between Stoney Trail and 128 Avenue N.E. Police estimated several hours on scene as of 4:30 a.m.
Calgary Man Charged After Alleged Shotgun Threat During U.S. Tariff Dispute. Police Say He Shouted Anti-Canadian Remarks.
Calgary police say a 49-year-old man approached a stranger shopping with his wife and child at the Woodbine Safeway, made comments about tariffs, and began shouting anti-Canadian and pro-American remarks before allegedly threatening to get a shotgun. Officers seized two firearms from his home.
Calgary's Village Square Leisure Centre Closed for $51M Upgrade, Reopening End of 2027
Village Square Leisure Centre closed August 31 for a $51-million upgrade and won't reopen until late 2027. The pool, gym and fitness centre are shut. The library, health centre and Fair Entry stay open, the arenas run until March 2027, and the Calgary Transit counter has closed permanently.
Danielle Smith Says Calgary Can Be 'Nashville North' After Meeting Tennessee Officials
Premier Danielle Smith met with Nashville business and tourism leaders during a personal trip this week and says Calgary can become "Nashville North." She puts Calgary's music industry at $2.3 billion against Nashville's $28.3 billion. The Stampede says the vision aligns with its 20-year plan.
Calgary Council to Meet Behind Closed Doors Tuesday Over Budget Leak
Mayor Jeromy Farkas has called a special meeting for September 8 after Ward 14 Coun. Landon Johnston acknowledged leaking preliminary budget documents showing a 20.2 per cent property tax increase would be needed to fund every spending request. Alberta eliminated municipal codes of conduct last year.
Calgary Motorcyclist, 19, Killed in Evanston Crash During a Violent 12 Hours on City Roads
A 19-year-old motorcyclist died after colliding with a fixed object on Symons Valley Parkway on Friday afternoon. It was one of three significant collisions in Calgary between Friday morning and early Saturday, including a semi rollover on Deerfoot Trail and an 80-year-old woman struck by a transit bus.
Calgary Woman, 80, Seriously Hurt After Being Struck by Transit Bus at Beddington Boulevard
An 80-year-old woman was struck by a Calgary Transit bus at Beddington Boulevard N.W. and Centre Street N. at approximately 9:40 a.m. Friday, after falling while exiting at the stop. She was taken to hospital with life-altering injuries. Police say speed and impairment are not believed to be factors.
15 Things to Do in Calgary This Long Weekend: September 4–7, 2026 (BBQ on the Bow & More)
Canada's longest-running barbecue competition turns 35 on the Bow, the Stampeders host the Elks in the Labour Day Classic, and Monday is the last day of the season for a surprising number of Calgary's best outings. Fifteen things to do over the September 4-7 long weekend, with times, addresses and what each one costs.
Calgary's Universities and Colleges Are Hiring 180+ Roles: U of C, Mount Royal, Bow Valley and SAIT
Four Calgary post-secondaries have more than 180 positions open between them. Mount Royal alone has 51, most of them campus jobs starting at $15.45 an hour. The University of Calgary lists roughly 100 more, including a supervisor role at the Olympic Oval.
Calgary Flames’ Final Saddledome Game Sells Out in Under a Minute
The Calgary Flames' final regular-season game at the Scotiabank Saddledome, against Vancouver on April 10, 2027, sold out within minutes of single-game tickets going on sale Monday. Fans who queued for half an hour beforehand still missed out.
Calgary Drug Bust: ALERT Seizes Record $1M in Cash and $1.2M in Drugs Including Fentanyl
ALERT's Calgary organized crime team searched a home in Skyview on July 30 and recovered more than $1 million in cash, believed to be the largest single seizure in the team's history, along with roughly 3,000 grams of suspected fentanyl, 7,000 grams of MDMA and 2,000 grams of methamphetamine. Two people are charged.
Cochrane, Alberta Film Shoot Brings Simulated Gunfire and Fake Police Cars to Town This Week
The Town of Cochrane says film production at the Lions Event Centre on August 31 and September 1 will involve simulated gunfire, actors in tactical clothing carrying firearm props, and replica emergency vehicles. More filming happens on town streets September 2. It is not an emergency.
Calgary Home With Trump Flags Egged and Hit With Dog Feces, Owners Say They Fear for Their Safety
The Calgary house that went viral for its American flags and Trump banners has been egged and had bagged dog excrement thrown onto the property, with some people posting online about torching it. The homeowners are Americans who moved to Canada more than a decade ago and are speaking anonymously.
Calgary's Arts Commons Is Now the Werklund Centre, and Its Rebuild Is Canada's Largest Arts Project
The performing arts centre Calgarians have called Arts Commons since 1985 is now the Werklund Centre. Its expansion broke ground in December 2024, adding a 1,000-seat theatre and a 200-seat studio theatre across 170,000 square feet, with completion targeted for the 2028-29 performance season.
Calgary Man Charged in $164M Ponzi Case Had No Finance Education and Sent Investors Plagiarized Updates
RCMP have charged Craig Michael Thompson, 49, with fraud and money laundering over an alleged $164-million Ponzi scheme involving more than 1,000 investors. He already admitted to securities fraud last year, in a case the Alberta Securities Commission called among the largest Ponzi schemes in Alberta.
Rare Alberta Cougar Family Spotted on Trail Camera Just West of Calgary
A field camera near Priddis, about 10 kilometres west of Calgary's city limits, captured a mother cougar and her kittens moving past a cabin. Adult cougars travel alone, which is why a family group like this is something most Albertans will never see.
Severe Storm East of Calgary Leaves Hail Covering Roads Near Langdon and Chestermere
Storm observers reported treacherous roads east of Calgary near Langdon on Sunday afternoon, with large amounts of small hail covering roads, full ditches and localized flooding from training storms. Environment Canada had a severe thunderstorm warning up for the corridor through Chestermere, Langdon, Indus and Dalemead.
Calgary Homicide Unit Investigating After Man Found Dead in Northeast Cornerstone Parking Lot
Calgary police were called to the 1100 block of Cornerstone Boulevard N.E. at approximately 12:55 a.m. Sunday for reports of shots fired and found a man dead in the parking lot of a shopping complex. Police believe the shooting was targeted. No arrests have been made.
Calgary Plans $875,000 Feasibility Study for Potential McMahon Stadium Replacement
The City of Calgary is seeking bids on contracts to assess a proposed major sports and event facility, at an estimated $875,000, with a contract expected in October. The Stampede is studying GMC Stadium separately and the University of Calgary is pursuing its own campus stadium. McMahon hosts the Grey Cup on November 15.
Calgary Courier Company Loses Five Vehicles to Fire Two Weeks After Moving From Regina; Arson Unit Investigating
Calgary police responded to the 0-100 block of Cityline Common N.E. around 2 a.m. Friday, where five vehicles belonging to a courier company were extensively damaged by fire. The company relocated from Regina roughly two weeks ago. The CPS arson unit is investigating.
12 Things to Do in Calgary This Weekend: August 29–31, 2026 (GlobalFest & More)
GlobalFest closes its first run at Spruce Meadows with fireworks and a 600-drone show, Village Square sends off the Thunder Slide, and SUE the T. rex is still at TELUS Spark. Twelve things to do in Calgary over the August 29-31 weekend, with times, addresses and costs.
Calgary Motorcyclist Killed on McKnight Boulevard Identified as PUBG Mobile Creator Farooq Ahmad
The motorcyclist killed in a single-vehicle collision on McKnight Boulevard has been identified by CTV News as Farooq Ahmad, a PUBG Mobile content creator with more than 925,000 YouTube subscribers. Calgary police say he was travelling in excess of 200 km/h and have not released his name.
Calgary Man Forced Into Trunk of His Own Car While Walking His Dog, Three Charged and a Fourth Sought
Calgary police say a 31-year-old man walking his dog was threatened with a knife, forced into the trunk of his car and driven to the city's outskirts on August 18. Three Calgarians face charges after the stolen vehicle was tracked to Innisfail with two children inside. Police are looking for a fourth person.
Calgary Police Release CCTV Images in Random Sexual Assault at Southland CTrain Station
Calgary police are asking for help identifying a black SUV with chrome window trim seen fleeing the Southland CTrain Station parking lot around 1 a.m. on August 25, after a woman was sexually assaulted. Investigators believe she did not know the man before the attack.
The City of Calgary Is Hiring 70+ Roles Paying Up to $199,512, and Some Need No Degree
The City of Calgary posted more than 70 positions on August 27. Swim instructors, recreation leaders and a veterinary assistant at $36.85 an hour sit alongside a Manager of Engagement and Research at up to $199,512. Also open: Chief Administrative Officer, the most senior public servant in an organization with 17,000 staff and a $5-billion budget.
Calgary Motorcyclist Killed on McKnight Boulevard Was Going More Than 200 km/h Police Say
A 39-year-old man died after a single-vehicle collision on McKnight Boulevard near Métis Trail N.E. on Wednesday evening. Calgary police say evidence at the scene suggests he was travelling in excess of 200 km/h. It's the city's 23rd traffic fatality this year.
Scotia Place Construction Update: Calgary's New Flames Arena Hits the Ice Level, 13 Months Away From Opening
Crews poured the first concrete slab on the event level in July, and you can now see where the rink will sit. The roof is closing, the upper bowl seating is finished, and the ESSO Community Arena has its entrance steel. The Flames have one more full season in the Saddledome before the move.
Calgary Police Seek Woman in Southeast Arson That Destroyed a Garage and Vehicle
Calgary police are asking for help identifying a woman believed responsible for a July 18 arson in the 1800 block of 42 Street S.E. Investigators say a piece of paper was lit and placed under a detached garage door, causing about $50,000 in damage. The suspect is believed to frequent Forest Lawn.
Jimmy John's Is Opening Its First Calgary Location Near the University of Calgary This Fall
Jimmy John's is opening its first Calgary location in University District this fall, near the University of Calgary, Foothills Medical Centre and the Alberta Children's Hospital. It's the chain's second Alberta store, and the franchisor behind it plans up to 200 Canadian locations.
Airdrie Man Sentenced to Life for Murder of Calgary Woman Chelsea Davidenas, 29
Steven Aaron Zwick, 29, of Airdrie pleaded guilty to second-degree murder Monday in the February 2024 killing of Calgary's Chelsea Davidenas and was sentenced to life with no parole eligibility for 15 years. A second man goes to trial in 2027.
Calgary Costco Fraud: Two People Face 189 Charges After $30,000 Barcode Scheme, Police Say
Calgary police say multiple Costco stores were defrauded of more than $30,000 between April and June by someone using altered UPC codes to buy TVs, computers and gaming consoles at the price of cheaper items. A search of a northeast home on August 1 turned up more than 300 grams of suspected meth, credit card manufacturing equipment, card skimmers, 31 credit cards and two receipt printers.
Calgary Home Covered in American Flags and Trump Banners Goes Viral Amid Canada-US Trade War
A home in Calgary's Mount Royal draped in massive American flags and Trump 2028 banners has been circulating online. It comes as the US imposes 50 per cent tariffs on Canadian goods and Canada announces dollar-for-dollar retaliation beginning September 8.
Calgary Upward Lightning: Rare Flashes Seen Over Downtown in the August 15 Storm
Videos from Calgary's August 15 thunderstorm appear to show upward lightning rising from tall structures downtown, several almost at once. Environment Canada had a severe thunderstorm warning up from 8:52 to 9:32 p.m. Here's what the phenomenon is and how to tell it apart from an ordinary strike.
Calgary Police Search for Missing Senior Gregory, 77, Last Seen in Cityscape Driving Blue Honda Civic
Gregory, 77, left his home in a blue 2016 Honda Civic, plate CVY5020, on August 14. Police say he may appear confused. His vehicle was last seen in Cityscape around 7 p.m. Watch for the plate, not the person.
Forum Thermal Calgary: Massive New 8,000 Sq Ft Spa With Six Pools Opening Late 2026 in the Beltline
Forum Thermal is an 18,000-square-foot thermal spa going in at 5th Street and 10th Avenue SW in Calgary's Beltline, with six signature pools, three saunas, two steam rooms and an exterior thermal pool wrapping three terraces. Targeting late 2026.
Calgary Youth Charged With Dangerous Driving After Riding Electric Motorcycle Through Citadel at 70 km/h
Calgary police say a youth rode an electric motorcycle through Citadel at more than 70 km/h on August 8, across green spaces and walking paths, on the wrong side of the road and passing vehicles. Seven tickets were issued and the rider was charged with dangerous driving.
Things to Do in Calgary This Weekend: August 14–16, 2026 (Carifest & More)
Carifest brings the Caribbean carnival to Cowboys Park, the Intercultural Festival fills Dalhousie, and markets run in nearly every quadrant. Twelve things to do in Calgary this weekend, August 14 to 16.
Calgary Boy in Medically Induced Coma After Being Trapped Under Driftwood in B.C. River
Paul-Angelo Warren, 9, was swimming at W.J. Tuey Regional Park near Enderby on August 3 when he was pinned underwater by fallen deadwood. RCMP believe he was under for five to 10 minutes. Strangers on the beach, including off-duty health care workers, pulled him out and started CPR. He remains in a medically induced coma in Vancouver.
Calgary Driver Caught at 129 km/h in a 60 Zone Faces $1,200 Fine and 30-Day Suspension
Calgary police stopped a BMW doing 129 km/h in a 60 zone on 96 Avenue N.E. on August 9. The driver was summoned to court, potentially facing a $1,200 fine and a 30-day licence suspension, plus $825 for careless driving and $105 for illegally tinted windows.
Shake Shack’s First Canadian Drive-Thru Opens in Calgary August 27 With Alberta-Exclusive Menu Items
Canada's first Shake Shack with a drive-thru opens at 9253 Macleod Trail S.W. at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, August 27, ahead of the fall timeline announced in June. The company says its Alberta locations will generate about 200 jobs.
Calgary Flames Radio Moves to QR Calgary 770 AM in Five-Year Deal
All Calgary Flames home and road games will air on QR Calgary 770 AM for the next five years under a deal announced Wednesday, five weeks after Rogers shut down Sportsnet 960 and left the broadcasts without a home. A daily show called Flames Now is in development.
Calgary Police Seize 18 Firearms and Charge Eight in 11-Month Organized Crime Investigation
Four rifles were hidden in a concealed room on a Rocky View County property. Calgary police say an 11-month investigation into an alleged drug-trafficking and organized-crime network ended with 18 firearms, $58,500 in drugs and two stolen vehicles seized. Seven people are charged and one man is wanted. None of the allegations has been tested in court.
Calgary Steel Plant Fined $138,000 After Worker Entangled in Equipment
A steel manufacturer has been fined $138,000 after a worker at its Calgary facility became entangled in equipment while greasing it and suffered serious injuries. The company pleaded guilty August 5 in Calgary Court of Justice, nearly three years after the September 2023 incident and a year after the plant changed hands.
Alberta to Review Amber Alert Criteria After Calgary Boy Parker Wells’ Death
Alberta will review its emergency alert processes and Amber Alert criteria following the death of 11-year-old Parker Wells, who went missing from a day home in north Calgary in July. The province will separately review the service provider responsible for his care. Alberta's current criteria require an abduction and sufficient information to help identify the missing person, the abductor and the vehicle involved.
Calgary Police Officer Shot During Spruce Cliff Traffic Stop, Suspect Found Dead in Bow River
A Calgary police officer was shot during a traffic stop in Spruce Cliff just before noon Monday. Police say the man fled into Edworthy Park, continued firing at officers and civilians, and carjacked a bystander before being found dead in the Bow River. The officer is in stable condition. ASIRT is investigating.
Severe Thunderstorm Risk for Calgary, Airdrie and Cochrane Today: Damaging Hail Possible
Environment Canada is carrying a risk of a thunderstorm for Calgary today, and an Alberta storm forecaster says model guidance points to a setup capable of producing damaging hail, with initiation expected west of Water Valley and impacts possible in north Calgary or Airdrie.
Severe Storm Hits Calgary, Airdrie and Crossfield: 2,100 Without Power, Quarter-Sized Hail and Damaging Winds
A severe thunderstorm swept the Calgary region the evening of August 8, knocking out power to more than 2,100 FortisAlberta customers in northwest Airdrie and surrounding Rocky View County. The heaviest core tracked down the Crossfield and Airdrie corridor and clipped Calgary's north and west. Northwest Calgary residents reported outages lasting until nearly 2 a.m. Environment Canada warned of quarter-sized hail and damaging winds.
City of Calgary Hail Warning Signs in Punjabi Draw Criticism Online
A City of Calgary sign advertising its hail and high wind preparedness campaign in Punjabi is circulating online with complaints that it should be in English. It's the second time this year Calgary has faced that criticism over Punjabi-language public safety signage.
Calgary Driver Arrested After Police Clock 218 km/h on Stoney Trail
Calgary police stopped a car doing 218 km/h in a 100 zone on southbound Stoney Trail near Peigan Trail S.E. The driver was arrested for dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, a Criminal Code offence rather than a traffic ticket. Four hours earlier the same day, another driver was clocked at 154 km/h in the Airport Trail tunnel and ticketed.
Calgary Gets Canada's First Quantum Defence Hub With $20.3 Million From Ottawa at UCalgary's Quantum City
Defence Minister David McGuinty announced the Quantum Defence Innovation Secure Hub at the University of Calgary on Thursday. A U of C-led consortium gets $20.3 million over two years to build a secure environment where government, industry and academia can develop quantum technology for the Canadian Armed Forces.
Free Evening and Weekend Parking Downtown Calgary Until June 2027 Under New Stephen Avenue Campaign
Explore Downtown YYC is offering complimentary evening and weekend parking at the Harmony Parkade through June 2027, and drivers need to register their licence plate. It's part of a campaign launched Wednesday alongside a completed block of street reconstruction and a new safety hub staffed by police, Community Standards and Transit Public Safety.
Edmonton and Calgary Drug Bust: $7 Million Seized and the Largest Cash Haul in ALERT History
Ten months of investigation, homes searched in four communities, 66.5 kilograms of cocaine and $1,156,863 in cash. The money is the largest ALERT has ever recorded. Several people were arrested and nobody has been charged.
Calgary Police Clocked a Driver at 154 km/h in a 70 Zone. Alberta Law Let Him Drive Off.
Calgary police stopped a 22-year-old going 154 km/h in the Airport Trail tunnel, where the limit is 70. That's 84 over, which triggers a mandatory court appearance. It doesn't allow police to take the car, because Alberta is one of the few provinces where officers can't impound for speeding at any speed.
Calgary Police Searching for Missing 10-Year-Old Boy Godwin, Last Seen in Capitol Hill
Godwin, 10, was last seen in the 1900 block of 19 Avenue N.W. at about 1:45 p.m. Tuesday. He is roughly four feet tall and 47 pounds, with short black curly hair and brown eyes, last seen in a grey jumpsuit, olive green pants, an olive green zipper top with black embroidery and black running shoes. Police say there is nothing to indicate foul play, but officers and his family are concerned for his safety.
Calgary Crash Kills Four Including a Child After Driver Enters Stoney Trail Going the Wrong Way
A vehicle travelling south in the northbound lanes of Stoney Trail near Tsuut'ina Parkway struck two oncoming cars just before 11 p.m. Sunday. Four people died at the scene, including a child. Four others were taken to hospital. Police say a call reporting a wrong-way driver came in about two minutes before the collision.
WestJet Strike Cancels 600 Flights, and Changing Your Own Booking Voids Your Rights
About 4,400 flight attendants walked off the job early Sunday, grounding roughly 600 flights and suspending bookings through August 5. Passenger rights under the strike are narrower than most travellers expect, and one common reaction to a seven-hour phone queue forfeits them entirely.
Man Dies Cliff Jumping Into the Highwood River, at Least the Fourth Death There Since 2005
A 35-year-old man drowned Saturday afternoon after jumping from a cliff into the Highwood River at Nature's Hideaway campground, about 30 kilometres southeast of Calgary. It's at least the fourth drowning at that spot since 2005. After a death there in 2019, the family asked for warning signs or restricted access. The cliff sits on public land beside a private campground, and no one has clear authority over it
Things to Do in Calgary This Long Weekend: July 31–August 3, 2026 (Heritage Day Festival & More)
Heritage Day lands Monday and Calgary marks it twice for free, at Eau Claire Plaza with 30-plus countries and at Heritage Park's Town Square. Before that: Taste of Calgary, Days of Yore jousting, Tour de Bowness closing Bowness Road, and the Strathmore Stampede.
Missing Calgary Boy Parker Wells Found Dead in a Water Pipe Under Deerfoot Trail
Calgary Police Chief Katie McLellan says 11-year-old Parker Wells has been found dead in a water pipe running under Deerfoot Trail, two weeks after he wandered from his Thorncliffe day home. A tip that his shoe had been found nearby sent search teams back to the area Wednesday. Police say there is no evidence of criminality.
Missing Calgary Boy Parker Wells, Day 13: Police End the Ground Search but the Family Refuses to Stop Looking
Calgary police have ended the large-scale ground search for 11-year-old Parker Wells after 12 days, shifting to an evidence and tip-based investigation. Police say they haven't given up, and neither has Parker's family, who have launched searchparker.org to organize volunteer searches. Police confirm he was not abducted.
Calgary's Olympic Oval Saved by $52-Million Investment to Replace the Failing "Fastest Ice in the World"
The federal and Alberta governments are splitting a $52-million investment to replace the failing ice system under Calgary's Olympic Oval, the aging 1988 Olympic legacy venue known as the "fastest ice in the world." Officials say the money saves the facility, without it, speed skating would have had to leave Calgary.
Cowboys Dance Hall Is Closing After 30 Years as Calgary's Legendary Stampede Nightclub Ends Its Run
Cowboys Dance Hall, the Calgary nightclub that spent three decades as a Stampede institution and drew everyone from Kim Kardashian to Snoop Dogg, is closing. Ownership says it's shifting focus to the Cowboys Music Festival. The casino around it stays open and will rebrand.
Missing Calgary Boy Parker Wells, Day 11: Family Urges Public to Keep Searching as Amber Alert Expires
Eleven days into the search for Parker Wells, the Amber Alert has expired, and his family is asking Calgarians not to ease off, stressing the expiry is routine and the search is as urgent as ever. Premier Danielle Smith now says the province will look this fall at letting police issue alerts for missing vulnerable children.
Edmonton Hit-and-Run on Calgary Trail Leaves Pedestrian With Life-Threatening Injuries, Police Seek Witnesses
A man in his early 50s is in hospital with life-threatening injuries after a hit-and-run near 42 Avenue and Calgary Trail in south Edmonton on Friday morning. The driver fled, and police are asking anyone with dashcam footage or information to come forward.
Missing Calgary Boy Parker Wells, Day 9: Police Focus on Vacant Homes as 'Indigo Alert' Petition Gains Momentum
Nine days into the search for 11-year-old Parker Wells, Calgary police are asking owners of vacant homes on specific northeast streets to check their properties, saying the autistic, non-verbal boy could survive inside one on his own. Meanwhile a Calgary mother has launched a petition for an "Indigo Alert" for missing neurodivergent children, targeting the exact gap Parker's case exposed.
Things to Do in Calgary This Weekend: July 24–26, 2026 (Inglewood Sunfest, Day of the Dog & More)
Stampede is well behind us and the city's summer has settled into its best rhythm — a free street festival in Inglewood, a dog festival with an 80-foot pool in East Village, the Battle of Alberta on the basketball court, and a brand-new snow-leopard habitat at the zoo. Here's everything worth getting off the couch for.
Environment Canada Heat Warning for Calgary, Lethbridge and Medicine Hat: Mid-30s Through the Weekend, Up to 38 C Next Week
Environment Canada has issued heat warnings covering Calgary, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat and much of southern Alberta, with daytime highs in the low to mid-30s for at least three days and Medicine Hat's alert calling for a long-duration heatwave running as high as 38 C into next week. Here's what each city is facing, who's most at risk, and how to get through it.
Missing Calgary Boy Parker Search Enters Day 7: Police Release Route Map and Warn of Fake GoFundMe Scam
The search for Parker Wells has entered its seventh day, and Calgary police have released a map of the missing 11-year-old's known and believed route from the day he disappeared. Police are also warning about a fake GoFundMe circulating in Parker's name and telling people to stop showing up at strangers' homes to investigate tips themselves. "We are not giving up."
Missing Calgary Boy Parker Search Enters Day 6: Police Have Covered 6,500 km and Now Want All Thorncliffe Camera Footage
Six days into the search for Parker, Calgary police have covered more than 6,500 kilometres, the distance from Calgary to Dublin, searched hundreds of homes and businesses, and put underwater cameras in the river. New CCTV confirms the missing 11-year-old's path into Thorncliffe, and police have changed their ask: they now want all camera footage from the area since July 16, whether Parker appears in it or not.
Missing Calgary Boy Parker Search Enters Day 4: Calgary Police Say Parker Tends to Enter Homes and Lock Doors Behind Him
Four days into the search for Parker, Calgary police have shared a detail that changes where everyone should be looking: the missing 11-year-old has a tendency to enter homes and lock doors behind him. Police are asking every Calgarian to search their own house, basement, garage and vehicles a second time, while RCMP join the search and officers play Parker's favourite Disney songs from patrol cars.
Alberta Emergency Alert Issued for Missing Calgary Boy Parker as Family Pleads: 'We Just Want Our Son Home'
An Alberta Emergency Alert sounded on phones across the province Saturday in the search for Parker, a missing 11-year-old Calgary boy, after the government granted a rare exemption to use the system for a case that doesn't meet Amber Alert criteria. His family released a statement and new photos the same afternoon, asking Calgarians to check yards, sheds, garages and hot tubs, and not to approach Parker if they see him.
Scott Roberts Is Out at Global Edmonton as Corus Cuts 28 Alberta Jobs Despite Millions in Public Money
Scott Roberts, who took over the Global Edmonton evening anchor desk from Gord Steinke in 2022, announced this week he's been let go as Corus Entertainment cuts 28 Global News jobs in Alberta, the deepest cuts anywhere in the country. The layoffs land while public money keeps flowing toward the company: Corus collected $5.4 Million from the fund Google pays under the Online News Act, and Ottawa moved just months ago to extend a journalism tax credit worth tens of millions to broadcasters. The newscasts are staying. A lot of the people who made them aren't.
Things to Do in Calgary This Weekend: July 17–19, 2026 (Festivals, Events & More)
Calgary's summer weekend calendar is stacked. Between July 17 and 19, you can dance through the Fiestaval Latin Festival, take in Japanese food, taiko drumming and culture at Omatsuri, and fill the rest of the weekend with markets, patios and live music. Here's everything worth getting off the couch for.
Missing Child in Calgary: Police Search for 11-Year-Old Parker in Cambrian Heights, Ask Residents to Check Yards and Sheds
Calgary police are searching for Parker, 11, who went missing Thursday from a day home in the northwest community of Cambrian Heights. He has a medical condition and was last seen wearing noise-cancelling headphones, which means he may not hear people calling for him. Police are asking residents in and around Cambrian Heights to check back yards, unlocked sheds, and anywhere a child might shelter or hide.
Calgary Driver Caught Going 191 km/h on Stoney Trail While Watching a Video, Then Failed a Breathalyzer
Calgary police stopped a driver going 191 km/h in a 100 km/h zone on southbound Stoney Trail near Glenmore Trail SE. The driver was watching a video on his phone at the time, and then failed a mandatory roadside alcohol test. His licence is suspended, his vehicle is impounded, and more fines are coming through a court summons.
Calgary Community Holds Candlelight Vigil for Drihanna Matamona, the 7-Year-Old Girl Who Drowned in a Legacy Pond
Dozens gathered at a pond in Calgary's Legacy community on Tuesday night for a candlelight vigil honouring Drihanna Matamona, the seven-year-old girl who drowned there on Sunday. Her family, who organized the vigil, remembered her as a bright, joyful and deeply loved child. A second vigil is planned for Sunday, and the family has set up a fundraiser to help with expenses.
Mount Royal University Confirms Ransomware Attack Stole Student and Staff Data. Only Employees Are Being Offered Credit Monitoring.
Mount Royal University has confirmed that a ransomware group stole and then deleted student and employee data in a June attack, with a gang called CMD Organization demanding a $1.9 million ransom after claiming to have taken more than 10 terabytes. The university is offering two years of credit monitoring to current and former employees, but has not extended that same protection to the students whose files sat on the same compromised drive.
Calgary Stampede 2026 Attendance: 1,411,954 Guests, the Third-Highest Ever, but Down From Two Straight Record Years
The Calgary Stampede released its final attendance figures Monday: 1,411,954 guests over ten days, with 122,559 on the closing Sunday. It's the third-best turnout in the event's history, but it comes after back-to-back records in 2024 and 2025, and in a year with exceptionally good weather. CEO Joel Cowley used his closing press conference to argue that attendance isn't the most important measure of success.
Calgary Plumbing Company Fined $330,000 Three Years After a Trench Collapse Killed 27-Year-Old Liam Johnston
Mr. Mike's Plumbing Ltd. pleaded guilty on July 13 to one charge under Alberta's OHS Act, three years after apprentice plumber Liam Johnston was buried in an unshored trench in northwest Calgary. The company was fined $115,000 and ordered to pay a further $215,000 to fund a provincial campaign teaching young workers to speak up about unsafe work. Court heard Johnston had raised concerns about the site the day before he died.
Calgary Massage Therapist Charged With Sexual Assault, in a Profession Alberta Still Doesn't Regulate
Yuriy Zhivov, 52, has been charged with one count of sexual assault after a client reported being touched sexually during an August 2025 appointment at a Calgary clinic. Police are asking anyone with information about this "or similar incidents" to come forward. It's at least the fourth such charge against a Calgary massage therapist in under two years, and Alberta remains one of the only provinces where massage therapy is not a regulated health profession.
A 6-Year-Old Girl Has Drowned in a Calgary Pond. It's the Latest in a Devastating Run of Water Deaths in the City's Southeast
A six-year-old girl has died after drowning in a pond in the southeast Calgary community of Legacy on Sunday afternoon. A family member pulled her from the water before crews arrived, and firefighters performed CPR, but she was declared deceased at the scene. Her death follows three drownings at nearby Mahogany Lake in less than a year.
Calgary Landlord Charged With Voyeurism After Hidden Cameras Found in Tenants' Bathrooms and Bedrooms
Calgary police have charged a 41-year-old landlord with voyeurism and break and enter after tenants found hidden cameras disguised as a surge protector and a smoke detector in their bathroom and bedrooms. Police believe Sooryong Park, who also uses the name Nick Park, may have operated as a landlord in Vancouver and Toronto, targeting women in the Korean community. Anyone with information is asked to contact police.
7 great things to do in Calgary this weekend: July 10 to 12
Stampede rides into Championship Sunday, the Wild host Vancouver at McMahon, and the zoo is doing breakfast with the polar bears. Here are 7 ways to close out Calgary's biggest week.
Calgary Police Shooting Victim Identified as Melanie Hambrook, 53: Family Says She Was in a Mental-Health Crisis
The family of the woman shot and killed by Calgary police on Deerfoot Trail on June 21 has named her as Melanie Hambrook, a 53-year-old insurance broker, painter, and mother. They say she was in a mental-health crisis, not a criminal one, and they want to know why she died. ASIRT, which says she was armed with a knife, is still investigating.
Sportsnet 960 and 660 News Are Gone. Calgary Loses Both Its Sports and News Radio Stations as Rogers Cuts 230 Jobs
Rogers Sports and Media closed six radio stations across four Canadian cities on July 7, including both of Calgary's flagship stations: Sportsnet 960 The Fan and 660 NewsRadio. The cuts affect 230 jobs company-wide, 80 of them in radio. Rogers will no longer produce Calgary Flames radio broadcasts. The closures came one day after Rogers paid $4.35 billion to become sole owner of Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment.
RCMP Fatally Shot a Man on Highway 9 Northeast of Calgary. ASIRT Is Investigating
Airdrie RCMP responded to an open-line 911 call on Highway 9 just outside Irricana at approximately 6:20 p.m. on July 3. Officers located a male suspect and an altercation occurred. At least one officer discharged their service weapon. The man was pronounced dead at the scene despite life-saving measures. No officers were injured. ASIRT is now investigating.
Sikome Lake Is Back for Summer 2026. Calgary's Favourite Beach Just Got a $6 Million Upgrade.
The Sikome Aquatic Facility at Fish Creek Provincial Park reopened for the 2026 season on June 29 following $6 million in upgrades spread over four years. Two new admissions booths, a new water safety centre, renovations to five existing buildings, and surface restoration are all complete. Sikome draws about 100,000 visitors each season and has been serving Calgarians for nearly 50 years.
Free Calgary Stampede Pancake Breakfasts 2026: Full List by Day, Time, and Location
Free pancake breakfasts happen across Calgary every day of the 2026 Calgary Stampede, July 3 to 12, with several starting July 2. Green tea pancakes on Macleod Trail. A competition between 13 Mission restaurants for a Golden Spatula. A Filipino breakfast with garlic fried rice and longganisa. A dog-friendly breakfast. And Fluor Rope Square running free every single morning downtown. Here is the full guide organized by day.
Stephen Avenue $36M Revitalization Completed Just in Time for Calgary Stampede
Phase 1 of Calgary's Stephen Avenue Revitalization is substantially complete, with the block between 1 Street SE and Centre Street ready ahead of the 2026 Stampede. The $36.2 million project replaced century-old water, power, and stormwater infrastructure beneath the street and added granite pavers, new lighting, and patio power outlets above it. Future phases west of Centre Street remain unfunded
Calgary Has Banned All Activity on the Bow and Elbow Rivers as Canmore and Kananaskis Declare States of Emergency
The Calgary Fire Department issued a River Safety Advisory on June 29 ordering everyone off the Bow and Elbow Rivers immediately. Both rivers have exceeded safe flow thresholds. The advisory is expected to last through Canada Day and into Stampede week. Canmore and the Kananaskis Improvement District have both declared states of local emergency. Highway 40 is closed with multiple washouts and bridge failures. Landslides have closed Highway 93 North in Banff National Park.
Calgary Man Charged with Manslaughter After 16-Year-Old Died of Carfentanil Overdose at His Home
Steve Phillip Gilbert Collins, 40, was taken into custody June 25 and charged with one count of manslaughter in connection with the death of 16-year-old Jordynn Atkins-Materi on November 28, 2025. Police say the girl and a friend met Collins downtown the night before and went back to his home in the 8300 block of Centre Street NE. She was found unconscious the next morning. Calgary Police say this is the first time the service has ever laid a manslaughter charge in connection with a drug overdose death.
McDonald’s to Open First Indigenous-Designed Restaurant Near Calgary on Tsuut’ina Nation Land at Buffalo Run
A groundbreaking ceremony took place June 23 for a new McDonald's at Buffalo Run on Tsuut'ina Nation land just west of Calgary. It is the first McDonald's in the company's 86-year history to be designed with Indigenous heritage, values, and vision guiding every element of the building. Murals by local Tsuut'ina artists, Tsuut'ina language signage, and architecture shaped by the Tsuut'ina-Taza Cultural Advisory Working Group. Opens late 2026
Calgary Police Are Looking for a Blue SUV Connected to an Extortion Attempt in Saddle Ridge. The Suspect Sent a Video of the Victim's Own Home
Calgary Police are asking the public to help locate a blue 2005-2006 Hyundai Santa Fe with tinted windows, rust on the rear driver's side wheel well, and red tape on the driver's side taillight. The vehicle is connected to an attempted extortion targeting a South Asian resident in the northeast community of Saddle Ridge on May 10. The suspect sent threatening messages and a video of the victim's home while police were actively taking the report.
A Woman Is Dead After a Calgary Police Officer Shot Her During a Traffic Stop on Deerfoot Trail. ASIRT Is Investigating
Calgary Police shot a woman during a confrontation on Deerfoot Trail between 16 Avenue and Memorial Drive SE at 4:17 p.m. on June 21. She died in hospital Monday morning. Police believed she was the same person who had been driving erratically and fleeing police for 24 hours. Multiple officers used various use-of-force tools before one discharged their firearm. No officers or bystanders were injured. ASIRT is investigating.
Alberta Reverses Beer Price Hike, Deploys Sheriffs to Stampede Tents, and Keeps Fighting Calgary Over Noise
Alberta reversed a minimum alcohol price hike days before the Calgary Stampede opens July 3 after Mayor Jeromy Farkas called the province the "fun police." The Sheriffs and Calgary Police signed a first-ever MOU to patrol Stampede tents together. The noise bylaw dispute that threatens Cowboys Music Festival is still unresolved.
New Pickleplex Social Club Is Opening in Airdrie at the Former Peavy Mart Building
Pickleplex Social Club is bringing indoor pickleball to Airdrie at 2649 Main Street South in Sierra Springs — the former Peavy Mart building just off Main Street. It will be the company's second Alberta location after Red Deer and its first in the Calgary area. Programming includes beginner sessions, drop-in play, leagues, and tournaments. No opening date confirmed yet.
Calgary Is the Fastest Growing Startup Ecosystem in Canada, Surging Into Global Top 50
The 2026 Global Startup Ecosystem Report ranks Calgary among the world's 41st to 50th fastest emerging tech ecosystems — a jump of 52 positions since 2020. Calgary's ecosystem is growing at four times the Canadian average. Venture capital investment has grown 1,000 percent since 2018. Tech employment grew 78 percent in five years — the fastest in North America.
$25 Million Is Available to Convert Calgary Downtown Office Buildings Into Homes, Hotels, and Student Housing. The Deadline Is July 27
Calgary's Downtown Office Conversion Program reopened June 15 with $25 million in city incentive funding available for eligible projects. Hotel conversions now receive $75 per square foot, up from $60. Student housing, senior living, life sciences, and cultural spaces are eligible for the first time. Eight completed projects have already created nearly 800 homes and 226 hotel rooms downtown. Applications close July 27, 2026.
Calgary Just Launched Canada's First Stopover Program. UK Travellers Can Now Add Seven Days in the City for Free.
Tourism Calgary and WestJet launched the Calgary Stopover Program on June 10 — the first program of its kind in Canada. UK travellers flying WestJet from London Heathrow or Edinburgh can add up to seven days in Calgary at no extra airfare cost. Nineteen hotels and the Calgary Attractions Pass are included. Seven million people fly through YYC every year without leaving the airport. This program is trying to change that.
Freestone Produce Is Moving to a Massive New Northeast Calgary Location After Years of Parking Headaches
Calgary's beloved family-owned wholesale produce market is expanding into a massive new space in northeast Calgary. New signage is up and construction equipment is still on site. The existing location at 2828 32 Ave NE has been famous for its packed aisles and impossible parking. Both problems are about to get solved.
Costco Bingham Crossing Calgary: Opening Date, Location, What Is Being Built, and Everything You Need to Know
A 165,000 square foot Costco warehouse is under construction at Bingham Crossing near Highway 1 and Range Road 33, west of Calgary in Springbank. Rocky View County issued a $25.8 million building permit in January 2026. The opening is expected Fall 2026. It will be the first Costco on the western edge of Calgary — and the closest location to Cochrane, Harmony, and Canmore.
Calgary Property Taxes Just Hit a Record High. The City Raised Its Portion by 1.2%. The Province Raised Its Portion by 21%.
Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas posted a video this week explaining that Calgary's 2026 property tax bill includes the largest combined increase in the city's history. The city raised its portion by 1.2 percent. The province raised its education property tax portion by 21 percent. Together they add up to about $400 more per year for the average Calgary household.
Airdrie Mother and Realtor Katie Heaven Dies After Fall Descending Mount Bryant in Kananaskis
Katie Heaven, 47, of Airdrie died on Saturday June 6 after falling while descending Mount Bryant in Kananaskis Country. She was hiking with a group when the fall occurred. STARS Air Ambulance attended the scene. She was confirmed deceased at Range Road 73A. She had already summited 25 peaks in 2026.
Two Calgary Construction Companies Were Fined After a Worker Was Pinned by Falling Equipment on a Job Site
On December 16, 2023, a cage holding heavy foundation panels collapsed at a Calgary residential construction site and landed on a worker, causing serious injuries. Two and a half years later, two companies pleaded guilty. Each was fined $125,000.
Calgary's Rainy Start to June Is Already Approaching a Month's Worth of Rain in Some Areas
A slow-moving weather system has soaked Calgary and much of southern Alberta for days, bringing 40 to 80 millimetres of rain to some areas, raising river levels, and prompting renewed attention to flood preparedness. While the wet weather has disrupted outdoor plans, it is also providing much-needed moisture ahead of wildfire season.
Worker Killed by Falling Marble Slabs at Calgary Warehouse Employer Ordered to Fund VR Safety Training
LX Hausys Canada Inc. pleaded guilty May 28 in Calgary Court of Justice after a worker was fatally struck by marble slabs at the company's Calgary warehouse in September 2023. The $350,000 penalty goes to the Manufacturers' Health and Safety Association to build portable virtual reality forklift simulators.
Calgary Police Are Asking for Help Finding a 16-Year-Old Girl Missing From the Beltline Since May 20
Jersey, 16, was last seen on May 20 in the 900 block of 15 Avenue SW in Calgary's Beltline. She has not been found. Police and her family are concerned for her wellbeing. If you've seen her, police need to hear from you.
Calgary's Mayor Is Speaking Out on AISH and ADAP. He's Not Alone Cities Across Alberta Are Pushing Back.
About 23,000 Calgarians are expected to move from AISH to ADAP on July 1 and lose $200 a month when the transition benefit expires in 2027. Calgary's mayor formally raised concerns this week. So have Edmonton, Red Deer, Lethbridge, and Camrose. The province isn't pausing.
Samsung Opens First Experience Store in Alberta at CF Market Mall in Calgary
Samsung Electronics Canada has opened its first Alberta Experience Store at CF Market Mall in Calgary, giving customers a hands-on space for device support, repairs, and the full Galaxy ecosystem something previously only available in Toronto and Vancouver.
AHCIP Works for Newcomers to Calgary and Alberta — Everything You Need to Know in 2026
Alberta's public health insurance plan covers doctor visits, hospital care, and most diagnostic services at no cost — but getting enrolled as a newcomer depends entirely on where you're coming from and what immigration document you hold. Here's how it actually works.
Calgary Police Are Tracking Pig Cadavers in the Bow River and the Same Method Already Helped Solve a Saskatchewan Homicide
The Calgary Police Service has partnered with university researchers to place pig cadavers fitted with GPS trackers into the Bow River. The goal is to build predictive models for finding human remains. The same research already helped solve a homicide in Saskatchewan.
Calgary Police Seek Man Accused of Spending $12,500 at Casino Using Woman’s Cut-Up Bank Cards
The caller knew her name, address, and date of birth. He claimed to be from BMO’s fraud department and told her to cut up her bank cards and wait for a courier. She did. Two hours later, $12,500 was gone.
Calgary Transit Bus Knocked onto Its Side by Gravel Truck During Morning Rush Hour in SE
Three people were taken to hospital Tuesday after a gravel semi-truck struck a Calgary Transit bus at Peigan Trail and 26 Street SE, rolling it onto its side during the morning commute.
Calgary Rugby Coach Charged with Sexually Assaulting Teen Student at Henry Wise Wood High School
Drew Alan Robertson, 50, is accused of grooming a 15-year-old through his volunteer coaching role before assaulting her over nearly two years.
Edmonton Man Kidnapped, Taken to Calgary in Extortion Plot Targeting South Asian Community
A man was abducted at gunpoint from his Edmonton home, driven to Calgary, and used as bait to lure an extortion target part of what police are calling a significant escalation in a year-long organized crime campaign targeting the South Asian community.
Best Calgary Patio Restaurants 2026: Rooftops, River Views And Sunny Spots
Patio season is returning to Calgary, and the city’s restaurants are getting ready for another busy summer of rooftop drinks, riverfront dining, brunch patios, dog-friendly spots, and neighbourhood gems. Here are some of the best Calgary patio restaurants to visit in 2026 as warmer weather arrives.
Calgary’s Free Fare Zone Could End This Summer. Here’s What It Means For CTrain Riders
Calgary Transit is recommending the end of the downtown CTrain Free Fare Zone, a long-running feature that has allowed riders to travel for free along 7 Avenue. If approved by council, the change could affect downtown workers, students, visitors, vulnerable Calgarians, businesses, and anyone using the CTrain for short trips through the core.
Calgary Police Identify 16-Year-Old Angeline Boucher as Homicide Victim After Woodlands Stabbing — Suspect Still at Large
Angeline Boucher was 16 years old. She was found dead on a southwest Calgary street at 5:40 in the morning. Two days later, no one is in custody and police are asking the public to check their garbage bins.
Calgary Driver Fined $1,000 for Throwing Lit Cigarette Out SUV Window
Officers watched it happen in real time a driver in northwest Calgary flicking a burning cigarette butt out the window at 2:45 p.m. on May 1. The fine was $1,000. With southern Alberta already under very high to extreme fire danger, police aren't treating it as a minor infraction.
Largest Goodwill in Alberta opening in Calgary near Chinook: what shoppers can expect
The largest Goodwill thrift store in Alberta is opening in Calgary just off Glenmore by Chinook Centre, with bigger aisles, more finds, and expanded job-training programs. Here’s what you’ll find inside.
Calgary Chief Administrative Officer to Step Down as City Hall Faces Major Leadership Shift
Calgary is set to lose both its chief administrative officer and chief operating officer within months a rare double exit that could reshape how the city is run.
Parasite Outbreak Linked to Popular Calgary Petting Zoo Prompts Health Alert
Visitors to a well-known Calgary petting farm are being urged to watch for symptoms after a confirmed parasite outbreak tied to animal contact.
Wingstop Is Opening in Calgary, Alberta in 2026 — Locations, Menu and Everything You Need to Know
Three Wingstop locations are confirmed for Calgary in 2026 including a 5,200-square-foot Canadian flagship at CF Chinook Centre. Here's where they're opening and what to expect.
Calgary Is Hosting a Father-Daughter Date Night And Tickets Are Going Fast
Evolve Impact Inc. is bringing an evening of dinner, dancing, and memories to Calgary this spring but spots are limited and early bird pricing closes April 30.
Tire Doctors Is the Calgary Mobile Tire Service That Comes to You
No waiting rooms, no wasted afternoons Tire Doctors brings certified tire technicians directly to your home, office, or wherever your car happens to be.
Calgary Is Getting a $120 Million YMCA and Public Library in the City's Fast-Growing West End
YMCA Calgary, Calgary Public Library, and developer Truman are proposing a 69,000 sq. ft. joint facility in West District — with a pool, gym, and full library branch but construction depends on funding from all three levels of government.
TC Legal Is the Calgary Law Firm Fighting for Albertans After Accidents
From car accidents to slip and falls, TC Legal has spent over a decade helping injured Albertans navigate personal injury claims and they're not afraid to take on insurance companies.
Calgary Police Searching for Missing 17-Year-Old Girl from Southwest Calgary
Calgary police are asking for the public's help locating a missing 17-year-old girl who was last seen in the southwest community of Woodlands in February.
Pho City Is One of the Best Vietnamese Restaurants in Calgary
Pho City has locations in Calgary's Chinatown and Chestermere, a menu built on rich broths and fresh ingredients, and a family story behind every bowl.
University of Calgary Breaks Guinness World Record With 682 People in Dinosaur Costumes
The University of Calgary needed a way to mark its 60th anniversary. Someone suggested breaking a Guinness World Record by getting hundreds of people into dinosaur costumes. It worked.
Calgary Police Searching for Germanpreet "Garry" Singh, Wanted for Discharging a Firearm With Intent
The Calgary Police Service is calling on the public to help track down Germanpreet Singh, 22, also known as Garry, who is wanted on a warrant for discharging a firearm with intent. Police are warning the public not to approach him.
Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas Makes Good on Shower Bet with CJAY92's Tyler Middleton
Five weeks ago, Mayor Jeromy Farkas made a bet he probably assumed he'd never have to honour step into a shared shower with CJAY92's Tyler Middleton if Calgarians kept daily water use under 500 million litres for seven straight days. On Tuesday, a shirtless radio host proved he should have read the fine print
Calgary Police Search for Missing Man With Medical Condition Last Seen Near 69th Street CTrain Station
Calgary police are searching for a 32-year-old man with a medical condition who was last seen near the 69th Street CTrain Station on April 15. Investigators say updated information suggests he may have traveled across the city before his disappearance.
Man Dies After Being Run Over in Calgary Parking Spot, Driver Unaware He Was There
A man is dead after a Calgary driver pulled out of a parking spot on 16 Avenue S.W. Sunday night, unaware the pedestrian had fallen or laid down on the roadway directly in front of the vehicle. An autopsy is now underway to determine the exact cause of death.
Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas Weighs In on Alberta Separatism Debate
Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas is pushing back on Alberta's separatist movement warning that independence would trigger capital flight, weaken investor confidence, and dismantle the economic partnerships that have made Alberta one of Canada's most successful provinces.
Moveology Is the Calgary Fitness Studio That Doesn't Feel Like a Gym
The group fitness studio in Calgary's Inglewood neighbourhood has built a loyal following on the back of expert instructors, an inclusive community, and classes that actually keep people coming back.
A Baby Moose Has Been Spotted Roaming Through Northwest Calgary And It's Not As Unusual As It Looks
A baby moose has been moving through several northwest Calgary neighbourhoods over the past week, spotted by residents across Scenic Acres, Royal Oak, and Valley Ridge. A second moose has also been seen in the area, suggesting a mother-and-calf pair working through the community's green spaces.
Calgary Police Lay 67 Charges After Break-and-Enter Spree Targeting Local Businesses
Two Calgary men are facing 67 criminal charges after police linked them to a series of break-and-enters targeting businesses across the city, with investigators also seizing firearms, drugs, and stolen property during the arrests.
Calgary Man Facing 23 Charges in Stolen Lululemon Merchandise Investigation
A 23-year-old Calgary man is facing multiple charges after police say he was trafficking stolen high-end retail merchandise through online marketplaces.
Calgary Referee Drew Fischer Selected for FIFA World Cup Officiating Roster
Calgary’s Drew Fischer is heading to the FIFA World Cup, earning a spot among a select group of officials chosen for the biggest tournament in global soccer.
Calgary Police Searching for Man Wanted on 15 Outstanding Warrants
Calgary Police are hunting for Yeamet Lay Obong, 27, who is wanted on 15 warrants including heroin trafficking and weapons charges. Despite five separate firearms bans, Obong remains at large. Police warn the public not to approach the 6'1" suspect and to report any sightings to CPS immediately.
Calgary Police Asking for Public Help to Find Missing 18-Year-Old Ladunni from Radisson Heights
Calgary Police are asking for the public's help locating Ladunni, an 18-year-old man last seen Sunday evening in the southeast community of Radisson Heights. He was wearing a black Spiderman jacket and carrying a basketball.
Calgary Driver Caught Doing 131 km/h in a 60 Zone in the Morning While Drunk
A Calgary driver was arrested at 2:30 a.m. Sunday after being clocked at 131 km/h in a 60 zone on 36 Street N.E. while also failing a breathalyzer test. The stop comes as Calgary recorded its deadliest year on the roads in nearly two decades in 2024
Calgary's Water Restrictions Are Almost Over Here's What Actually Happened
Calgary's Bearspaw South Feeder Main repairs are done and the pipe is being refilled. Water restrictions are nearly over here's what crews actually did, why it mattered, and why it's not the last time Calgarians will be asked to cut back.
Calgary Police Asking for Public Help to Find Missing Woman Last Seen at Chinook Centre
Calgary Police are asking for help locating a 45-year-old woman who was last seen at CF Chinook Centre in south Calgary. No foul play is suspected.
RCMP Corruption Probe: Search Warrants Executed at Homes of Former Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek and Councillors
Federal police have confirmed an active corruption investigation tied to Calgary city hall. Search warrants have been executed on former mayor Jyoti Gondek and two councillors. No charges have been laid.
Alberta Closing Safe Consumption Sites in Calgary and Lethbridge by End of June
Alberta will close supervised drug consumption sites in Calgary and Lethbridge on June 30. The Calgary Safeworks site at the Sheldon M. Chumir Centre the province's first-ever consumption site, open since 2017 and Lethbridge's mobile unit will be replaced with expanded treatment beds, addiction clinics, and 24-hour outreach teams.
19-Year-Old Edmonton Man Arrested in Calgary After Weeks on the Run for Two GTA Murders
Isaiah Thomas Badger, 19, of Edmonton, was arrested in Calgary on March 19 after weeks on the run following a Canada-wide warrant for two separate murders in Vaughan and Etobicoke. Here's the full timeline.
$780,000 in Crystal Meth Seized at Calgary Airport Man Charged After Boarding Vancouver-Bound Fligh
A man has been charged after Calgary police seized 15.5 kilograms of crystal meth worth an estimated $780,000 from checked luggage at Calgary International Airport. Investigators believe he was planning to export the drugs to New Zealand via connecting flights.
Calgary Driver Gets Ticket After Installing Curtains on Car Windows to Block the Sun
A Calgary driver was ticketed after police spotted curtains mounted over the front windows of their vehicle on March 15. The driver said they installed them to block the sun. Police had other ideas.
Shake Shack Is Opening Its First Alberta Location at Calgary's Chinook Centre This Spring
Shake Shack has confirmed its first Alberta location will open at CF Chinook Centre this spring, making it the chain's first Canadian restaurant outside of Ontario. Calgary-exclusive menu items and a custom mural by a local artist are planned for the location.
Calgary Police Seeking Public Help to Identify Man in Whitehorn Indecent Act Investigation
Calgary Police have released a composite sketch of a man believed to have committed an indecent act near a Whitehorn playground on December 12, 2025. Investigators are asking the public for help identifying the suspect after canvassing the area turned up no usable footage.
Calgary Boil Water Advisory in Effect for Spruce Cliff, Parts of Wildwood and Rosscarrock
Alberta Health Services ordered a Boil Water Advisory for roughly 500 homes and businesses in Spruce Cliff and parts of Wildwood and Rosscarrock after a private water line break disrupted the area's watermain Friday morning. The advisory will be in place for a minimum of three days.
Calgary Hit-and-Run: 12 year old Boy Left in Crosswalk by Fleeing Driver and Passing Traffic
A 12-year-old Calgary boy is recovering from a broken leg after being struck in a northeast crosswalk and left on the ground as the driver fled. Calgary Police are searching for a white four-door sedan with a sunroof and tinted front windows. If you have information, contact CPS at 403-266-1234.
Calgary Police Seek Suspect After Eau Claire Wallet Theft Leads to $43,000 in Fraud Charges
Calgary Police are seeking a suspect who stole a wallet from a diner in Eau Claire, sparking a $43,000 fraudulent online spending spree. The perpetrators then posed as RBC employees in a follow-up phone scam. Read the full details and description.
RCMP investigate bomb threat at High River school south of Calgary
Students and staff were evacuated from a High River school in southern Alberta after a bomb threat prompted a police response and search of the building.
Calgary Home Sales Drop 11% in February as Condo Market Takes the Hardest Hit
The latest numbers from the Calgary Real Estate Board are out. Sales are down, inventory is up, and if you own a condo, the market is not moving in your favour.
Calgary Is Getting a Brand New Arena Here's Everything You Need to Know About Scotia Place
The Saddledome's days are numbered. Scotia Place is rising in Victoria Park, and it's going to change how Calgarians experience the city.
Calgary police seek driver after child struck in Taradale crosswalk
Calgary police are asking for help after a child was hit in a Taradale crosswalk. A white Nissan SUV allegedly struck the child, the driver spoke briefly with them, then left the scene
Calgary braces for up to 20 cm of snow as snowfall warning takes effect
Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for Calgary, with heavy snow expected to peak Sunday afternoon and evening and the city says crews are already on the ground.
Alberta's Shuttered Fortress Mountain Could Reopen as a Four-Season Resort Under New Provincial Law
Fortress Mountain has been closed since 2004. Now a new development team wants to turn it into a four-season resort with gondolas, spas and eventually up to 14 ski lifts and they're among the first to test Alberta's new All-Season Resorts Act in the process.
Large Fireballs Lit Up the Sky Over Calgary Last Night — Turns Out It Was a SpaceX Satellite
Around 7:54 p.m. Thursday, large fireballs lit up the sky over Calgary and people immediately started asking questions meteor? Aliens? Missile? It was a SpaceX Starlink satellite launched in 2020, burning up on reentry. It sounds rare. It really isn't anymore.
Calgary Police Searching for Missing 14-Year-Old Girl Last Seen in Rundle
A 14-year-old Calgary girl named Bella hasn't been seen since late Monday night, and police are asking the public to help bring her home. Last spotted around 11 p.m. in the northeast community of Rundle, Bella is described as 5'3" with brown hair featuring blonde highlights at the front wearing a pink sweater and orange New Balance shoes when she disappeared.
A 15-Year-Old Calgary Skier Died at Nakiska on Friday. His Name Was Emilio Hrazdira.
A 15-year-old Calgary skier died Saturday morning after being buried in an avalanche at Nakiska Ski Area the day before. His name was Emilio Hrazdira a student at Queen Elizabeth High School and a member of the Alberta Alpine Ski Association.
Calgary Could Soon Have Bike Paths Connecting to Airdrie and Cochrane
Calgary could soon have dedicated bike paths connecting to Airdrie and Cochrane and a lot of the groundwork is already done. A councillor is bringing a formal motion to executive committee on March 3 to finally make it happen.
Three Men Charged After $200,000 Smash-and-Grab at Calgary Jewellery Store One Suspect Still on the Run
Three men have been charged after a coordinated smash-and-grab robbery at Shimoon Jewellers in northwest Calgary left the owner with $200,000 in losses but one suspect is still on the run.
Calgary Home Shot Up on Camera. Police Say It's Organized Crime Targeting an Entire Community
Someone pointed a gun at a house in northeast Calgary just after midnight Monday and fired. Calgary police confirmed they're investigating a shooting in the Savanna community in the North East.
Calgary Police Search for Missing 15-Year-Old in Freezing Temperatures: Teen Not Dressed for the Cold
Calgary Police are asking the public for help finding a missing teenager who has been gone for three days out in the cold, without proper clothing, and with medical conditions that make every hour count.
Winter storm hits Calgary, expected to continue into evening
After weeks of unusually mild weather, Calgary got hit with a reality check Tuesday. A powerful winter storm swept through the city bringing heavy snow, near-zero visibility, and wind chills that dropped to -31°C — the kind of day that reminds you this is still Alberta in February.
Calgary Bobcat Sightings Double as Wild Cats Lose Their Shyness
Calgarians are spotting more bobcats than ever in residential neighborhoods, and experts say these wild cats are no longer acting like the "shy" and "elusive" animals they're supposed to be. Sightings have doubled from around 1,000 reports per year before 2018 to a steady 2,000 annual sightings.
Winter Isn't Done With Calgary Yet: Up to 30 cm of Snow Expected to Hit
Calgary could see significant snowfall starting Monday, with blowing snow and poor visibility expected across major highways.
A Calgary Family Is Searching For Answers After Their 17-Year-Old Son Disappeared Without His Phone
A 17-year-old Edgemont teen left home early Sunday morning without his phone, wallet, or ID. Days later, there's still no word from him.
Calgary Police Seek Public's Help After Attempted Child Abduction in Coventry Hills
An 11-year-old boy managed to escape after a man tried to force him to leave with him while he was riding his bike in northeast Calgary.
Missing Senior: Calgary Police Seek Public's Help Locating 70-Year-Old Woman
Calgary police are asking for the public's assistance in locating a 70-year-old woman reported missing from the southeast on Sunday afternoon.
Calgary Wants Your Take on the Green Line Again. Is anyone buying it?
The city launched another round of public consultation on an elevated LRT route. Based on how Calgarians are reacting online, the real issue isn't the design, it's trust.
Calgary Family Loses Over $4,000 in Jewelry Store Scam at Crossroads Market
Two women executed a sophisticated payment fraud scheme targeting a Vietnamese family's jewelry business, making off with thousands in gold in Calgary.
Calgary Water Main Breaks Again, Thousands Under Boil Water Advisory
Calgary's Bearspaw South Feeder Main has burst again, leaving thousands under a boil water advisory. Firefighters rescued 13 people from flooded vehicles on the Trans-Canada Highway last night.
Man Exposed Himself to Mother and Children on Calgary Transit Bus
A Calgary mother and her children witnessed a man expose himself on a Route 17 transit bus near Erlton on. Police are asking the public for help identifying the suspect.
Calgary Says Goodbye to Toys R Us: The End of an Era on Macleod Trail
Calgary's last Toys R Us on Macleod Trail closed on Boxing Day, leaving the city without the iconic toy store. The nearest location is now CrossIron Mills
Skier in Stable Condition After 12-Metre Fall From Banff Sunshine Chairlift
An 18-year-old woman is in stable condition after falling 12 metres from a chairlift at Banff Sunshine Village on Sunday. Photos of the incident quickly went viral on Reddit, showing the woman hanging from the lift before the fall. The popular Alberta ski resort says it's investigating.
Calgary Reddit's 5 Favourite Restaurants (2026 List)
Skip the tourist traps, Calgary's reddit community has spoken. From Model Milk (Pedro Pascal's Calgary favourite) to Shiki Menya's cult-status ramen, these five restaurants are where locals actually eat. Here's what to order and why they're worth the hype.
Calgary Police Issue Rare "Do Not Travel" Advisory as Winter Storm Batters City
Calgary Police are urging drivers to stay home as heavy snow and dangerous winds slam the city. Multiple collisions and road closures already in effect.
Calgary's Most Iconic Public Art Sculptures
Calgary's streets are full of public art you've probably walked past a hundred times. From the bronze businessmen on Stephen Avenue to the controversial $471,000 Blue Ring near Deerfoot, here's the story behind five sculptures that define the city
Calgary Nationalist Group Drops "Remigration" Banner Over Deerfoot
A nationalist group staged its first Alberta demonstration Saturday, dropping a "Remigration Now" banner over a Deerfoot Highway overpass. The Dominion Society of Canada, founded in July, has been pushing for mass deportations and a 10-year freeze on immigration
Edmonton's Tax Problem: Property Tax Hike While Calgary Keeps Rates Low
Edmonton city council just approved a 6.9% property tax hike for 2026 capping four years of increases that add up to roughly 30%. Meanwhile, Calgary held theirs to 1.6%. Same province, very different outcomes.
Space Debris Lit Up Calgary Skies — And Thousands Stopped to Watch
A fireball lit up Alberta skies Sunday evening but it wasn't a meteor. University of Calgary astronomer Jeroen Stil says it was likely rocket debris from a New Zealand launch burning up on re-entry
How Calgary Became Home to Canada's Largest Mosque
There's a stretch of northeast Calgary where the prairie sky meets something unexpected a 97-foot steel minaret rising above the suburban rooftops of Castleridge. This isn't Dubai or Istanbul.
Calgary Police Officers Charged After Misconduct Investigations Expand
Three members of the Calgary Police Service have been charged following two linked investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct involving seven women.
Immigration Detainee Escapes Calgary Hospital, CBSA Investigation Ongoing
Escaping from Rockyview Hospital, Jagdeep Singh left authorities scrambling as questions about security and oversight surfaced. Calgary police, alongside the CBSA, have launched a search and are urging anyone with information to come forward
NEON YYC: Lighting Up Calgary With Custom Signage
Calgary is lighting up with creativity thanks to NEON YYC. Specializing in custom signage for businesses, events, and homes, NEON YYC combines local craftsmanship with bold design to create eye-catching displays across the city. Trusted by top Calgary brands like TELUS Spark, BarBurrito, and Righteous Gelato, they turn ideas into glowing statement pieces made right here in Calgary
Man Performs Nazi Salute at Chinook Centre, Calgary
Calgary — An alarming incident unfolded at CF Chinook Centre in Calgary recently, when a man was captured on video making a Nazi salute in the mall’s public area.
Jeromy Farkas Officially Declared Calgary’s New Mayor After Recount
After a week of uncertainty, a recount has officially confirmed Jeromy Farkas as Calgary’s new mayor, edging out rival Sonya Sharp by just 616 votes. With one of the closest races in Calgary’s history and turnout under 40%, Farkas now faces the challenge of uniting a divided electorate as he prepares to be sworn in on October 29 alongside a largely new city council.
Witch Perfect: Calgary’s Getting a Wickedly Delicious Broadway Brunch
This fall, Canada’s Broadway Diner is teaming up with Trolley 5 Brewpub to throw a spellbinding Saturday brunch like no other. Get ready for Witch Perfect: For Good A Wickedly Delicious Dining...
Calgary Sells Out Raptors Open Scrimmage: A Slam Dunk for Alberta Basketball
Calgary showed just how much it loves basketball. The Toronto Raptors’ open scrimmage at the University of Calgary’s Jack Simpson Gym sold out within hours, packing the stands and leaving thousands outside hoping for a glimpse. It was a defining moment for the city’s growing basketball scene one that proved Calgary is ready for more big-league hoops.
Stained by Henna: Keeping the Art of Henna Alive in Calgary’s Modern Cultural Scene
Stained by Henna is more than a service it’s a living expression of tradition and modern creativity. From bridal ceremonies to community events, each design tells a story, blending intricate cultural patterns with a fresh, contemporary touch all starting at just $10 in Calgary.