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...
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...
Calgary Environment: Current Status and Challenges for Residents
The environment in Calgary is an issue that residents care deeply about. Nestled near the Rocky Mountains, the city successfully balances urban development with...
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,...
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....
Calgary’s Green Spaces: Which Plants Survive in the City and Where Did They Come...
Calgary can hardly be described as a city with a mild or predictable climate for plants. Winters here can be bitterly cold, spring is...
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...
A Challenge for Experienced Climbers: The Booming Ice Chasm
Booming Ice Chasm is an ice cave located in the Crowsnest Pass area of Alberta's Rocky Mountains, approximately 150 kilometers southwest of Calgary. This...
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...