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• Eritrean skier raised in Alberta qualifies for 3rd Winter Olympics

  Shannon-Ogbnai Abeda just punched his ticket to the Winter Olympics in Milan in 2026. This will be his third and final time competing for Eritrea in alpine skiing.

  Sports

  Feb 3
• ‘Her personality is huge’: Rescued baby beaver bonds with staff at wildlife centre

  The Alberta Institute for Wildlife Conservation is raising a baby beaver after it was abandoned by its parents, Staff say at almost a year old, it's like raising a toddler.

  Environment

  Jan 22
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• Beetlejuice brings Broadway magic to Calgary’s Bowness neighbourhood

  The star of Broadway Across Canada's musical Beetlejuice dropped by Bowness High School to engage with passionate young drama students hoping to follow in his footsteps.

  Entertainment

  Jan 9
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• Newcomers embrace Alberta’s winter wonders on the slopes

  Newcomers are embracing their first Alberta winter by facing their fears and tackling the slopes at Nakiska Ski Area, only 45 minutes from Calgary.

  Canada

  Dec 31, 2024
• Indigenous fashion set for lunar liftoff

  A space capsule launching to the moon in January will contain work from Tsuut'ina Nation member and fashion designer Stephanie Eagletail.

  Canada

  Dec 27, 2024
• Milk Jar Candle Co. lights up Calgary with inclusivity

  A local company in Calgary that creates candles is paving the way for inclusivity in workspaces. One third of Milk Jar's employees have intellectual or physical disabilities.

  Features

  Dec 26, 2024
• Polar Express brings magic to Aspen Crossing

  Families enjoyed the magic of the Polar Express on a heritage train ride at Aspen Crossing in Mossleigh. The ride takes them to the "North Pole" to meet Santa.

  Canada

  Dec 23, 2024
• Calgarians’ generosity on full display at Morning of Giving

  Global Calgary's annual Morning of Giving in support of the Magic of Christmas, raised a record amount of donations this year.

  Canada

  Dec 11, 2024
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• Calgary charity’s efforts to help homeless pet owners hit by funding loss

  With the first blast of winter arriving in Calgary, homeless pet owners struggled to find warmth. Parachutes for Pets says while the need is growing, their resources are dwindling.

  Features

  Nov 19, 2024
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• Gallery at Military Museums captures realities of war

  A tribute to those who served and continue to serve in Canada's military is on display inside Calgary's Military Museums. One exhibit features the work of Bill MacDonnell.

  Canada

  Nov 11, 2024
• One jar at a time: Calgary friends’ peanut butter drive marks 10th year

  Ten years ago, Calgary friends Irene Pffefel and Lorna Shaw started a peanut butter drive for the Calgary Food Bank. This year they are aiming to break their 807 kg record.

  Features

  Nov 5, 2024
• Diverse dolls that empower children come to Calgary

  Bee You Kids was started to represent children of all cultures and all abilities. The dolls are now available in a Calgary store.

  Features

  Oct 4, 2024
• Unique theatre experience in Calgary combines art and accessibility

  A unique theatre experience just premiered in Calgary. It focuses on creating a sculpture from a collection of arbitrary objects by working together, without saying a word.

  Canada

  Oct 2, 2024
• Calgary doctors say Canadian Medical Association apology a ‘start’

  The Canadian Medical Association issued a formal apology to Indigenous peoples for systemic discrimination and racism embedded within the healthcare system.

  Canada

  Sep 18, 2024
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• Three-Legged goat named Lady Gaga part of Calgary’s eco-friendly weed control

  A three-legged goat is part of a 800-goat herd that has been grazing in Nose Hill Park, combating invasive weeds to help conserve the Calgary park.

  Environment

  Sep 17, 2024
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• Calgary entrepreneurs invest in Chinatown revitalization

  Friday, Sept. 13 is Chinatown's annual Lantern Festival, hosted by the Calgary Chinatown Business Improvement Area.

  Features

  Sep 13, 2024
• Calgary abuzz with wasp activity

  Pest control companies in Calgary are receiving more calls about wasps at residential properties. As the end of summer draws closer, it's common to see a surge in wasp activity.

  Canada

  Aug 20, 2024
• Calgary woman laces up to make Disney wishes come true

  Candice Lee from Calgary, a lifelong lover of Disneyland, is lacing up for her first half-marathon at the theme park while raising funds for children facing critical illnesses.

  Canada

  Aug 12, 2024
• Calgary family experiences full-circle moment on DQ Miracle Treat Day

  Miracle Treat Day helps support kids who need medical care at the Alberta Children's Hospital. One DQ franchisee family never expected their daughter to become one of those kids.

  Features

  Aug 8, 2024
• BUMP Festival transforms Calgary with stunning murals

  BUMP Festival is in its eighth year running in Calgary. The festival transforms public spaces in Calgary into art and brings in artists from all over the world.

  Canada

  Aug 6, 2024
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• Olympic bronze medal fencer has roots in Calgary

  For the first time ever, a Canadian has won an Olympic medal in fencing. Eleanor Harvey captured bronze on the second day of the games in Paris.

  Sports

  Jul 29, 2024
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• Calgarians band together to help Jasper residents seeking refuge from wildfire

  Calgary organizations are working day and night to help Jasper residents who have been displaced by a fast-moving wildfire that is threatening their homes.

  Fire

  Jul 25, 2024
• Calgary ‘ninjas’ set to compete on the world stage

  Athletes, or ninjas, from Calgary and Edmonton are headed to Anaheim, California to compete in the Ultimate Ninja Athlete Association (UNAA) World Series Finals.

  Sports

  Jul 23, 2024
• Unearthing history at homestead of cowboy John Ware

  A team of archeologists are hard at work digging for tangible evidence from the life of John Ware and his family on his first Canadian homestead.

  Canada

  Jul 19, 2024
• Alberta family fundraises for robotic walker for daughter with rare disorder

  Emma Shingleton, 5, is living with a rare disease that impedes her ability to walk, talk or feed herself. Her family is fundraising for a Trexo walker to help.

  Health

  Jul 18, 2024