Calgary Economy

• G7 summit expected to bring big economic boost to Calgary and some big headaches for residents

  The upcoming G7 Summit is expected to inject millions of dollars into Alberta's economy, but residents are warned to prepare for some major inconveniences.

  Jun 9, 2025
  
• Calgary, Edmonton mayors call potential separatism referendum ‘dangerous’

  The mayors of Calgary and Edmonton say talk about an Alberta separation referendum is dangerous for the economy because it creates uncertainty for potential investors.

  Politics

  May 9, 2025
  
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• Latest job numbers shatter expectations, send positive signals about Calgary economy

  Calgary Economic Development says there are positive signs, despite the latest report from Stats Canada that shows Calgary has the second highest jobless rate amongst major cities.

  Economy

  Jan 10, 2025
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• Interest rate cut ‘great news’ for businesses, homeowners: Calgary Chamber of Commerce

  The Calgary Chamber of Commerce says a half-percentage interest rate cut by the Bank of Canada is great news for the economy.

  Economy

  Oct 23, 2024
• Quality of life survey sheds light on ‘people in peril’: Calgary Foundation

  Of 1,000 Calgarians surveyed, 61 per cent rated their quality of life as good or excellent.

  Canada

  Oct 3, 2024
• Calgary Stampede: A gold rush in economic impact for Alberta

  Over 10 days, the Calgary Stampede will generate $282 million in economic impact for province of Alberta, $227 million to Calgary, according to the Conference Board of Canada.

  Canada

  Jul 4, 2024
• Incentives needed for people to recycle homes over demolishing: Calgary mover

  Houses are being demolished throughout Calgary's inner city to make way for new homes, but only a small number of houses are being spared, according to city statistics.

  Economy

  May 25, 2024
• Calgary Real Estate Board reports 17% increase in home sales for October

  CREB says the city saw 2,171 home sales in October, marking a 17 per cent increase compared with the same month last year.

  Economy

  Nov 1, 2023
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• Calgary senior forced out of longtime home following rising interest rates

  A Calgary senior said he's been forced out of his home of more than 30 years after rising interest rates lead to an "unaffordable" mortgage payment.

  Economy

  Oct 31, 2023
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• Business leaders optimistic about Calgary Stampede’s economic impact

  With the 10-day event nearing its halfway mark, there is optimism that the 2023 Calgary Stampede will outpace earnings records from the 2019 event.

  Canada

  Jul 12, 2023