Calgary Humane Society
The Calgary Humane Society is one of the city's most vital organizations, working every day to make life safer for animals. The society not...
Outdoor recreation in Alberta: provincial resorts
Alberta is renowned for its incredible landscapes and endless recreational opportunities. Just a short drive from Calgary, you'll find some of Canada's most popular...
Calgary Environmental Strategy
Calgary is a large and vibrant city that faces the challenges of a modern urban environment, including complex environmental issues. In response to residents'...
Best Hiking Spots in Calgary and the Region
The Canadian Rocky Mountains make Calgary and its surrounding areas an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Hiking is a fantastic and affordable way to...
9 Hot Springs in Alberta You Should Visit
Canada's hot springs have been used by Indigenous peoples for centuries. While British Columbia boasts more natural hot springs than Alberta, the latter still...
The 2013 Calgary Flood: History and Impact on the City
In the days leading up to June 19, 2013, heavy rainfall across parts of southern and central Alberta triggered catastrophic flooding, including in Calgary....
A Chronology of Major Floods in Calgary
The city of Calgary is built at the confluence of the Bow and Elbow Rivers. Over the years, floods have repeatedly impacted the city,...
Mountain Movement: How the Rocky Mountains Shape Alberta
Most of Alberta's Rocky Mountains formed around 50 million years BCE. However, a 2019 study by scientists at the University of Alberta revealed that...
Top 10 Natural Wonders of Alberta
Residents of Alberta endure harsh winters and fierce grizzly bears, but these challenges are minor compared to the abundance of natural wonders the province...
A Short History of Calgary’s Islands on the Bow River
In the late 19th century, as Calgary began to develop along the banks of the Bow River, large islands stood between Deerfoot Trail and...