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In the late 1970s, much was written about Americans coveting Canadian resources, including energy, minerals, lumber and fresh water. It seemed like Canada could be under threat from our southern neighbour, as well as from the U.S.S.R., of course, across our northern border. Read More

Two years ago, Alberta led Canada in corporate renewable energy procurement. Companies across sectors chose Alberta to decarbonize their electricity through virtual power purchase agreements. These deals brought investment, jobs and millions in municipal tax revenue to communities across the province. Read More

In the fortified wine realm, an oft-overlooked category in itself, Madeira is perhaps the most overlooked and misunderstood. For many, it’s simply a wine you buy to cook with, ideal for deglazing a pan, adding hints of nuts and dried fruits to the final dish. Then the remnants of the bottle typically get pushed to the back of the cupboard for a year or so, only…

Our last run of the day at Marmot Basin — down the wild, roller-coaster ride known as “Tranquilizer” — was a keeper. A non-stop, top-to-bottom, thigh-burning blast down some of the coolest terrain I’ve skied all year. To be honest, I could have lapped it until closing time. But I had places to go, things…

As I look ahead to Calgary reaching the milestone of two million people, I am often drawn to ninni awatto (Buffalo on the Move) near Mount Royal University’s Charlton Pond. This grouping of large rocks, placed to represent bison, is accompanied by a sign with a profound message: “Education is the new buffalo, from which…

When I’m out in the community and people learn about our work at Calgary Homeless Foundation, I hear the same thing again and again: ‘’You say Calgary is making progress with homelessness, but that’s not what I see downtown. That’s not what I see on the CTrain.” Read More

Why do people travel? For food, love, family, culture, adventure, rest, beauty, business, and all things in between – and in 2025, nearly nine million people chose to visit Calgary for one of those reasons. Read More

When Megadeth leader Dave Mustaine finally addressed the audience at the Saddledome Friday night, it was to offer some insight into why he wrote a new tune called I Don’t Care. Read More