Calgary's 21-Year Infrastructure Failure: A Cultural Problem
The Calgary water main rupture is a symptom of a decades-long 'delay and defend' culture prioritizing low taxes over long-term resilience. Real accountability requires systemic change.
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Crash closes 17 Avenue SE in Calgary, injuries reported
A serious collision involving two vehicles shut down part of 17 Avenue Southeast in Calgary on January 11, 2026, resulting in multiple injuries. Details on the incident and response.
Calgary 2026 Housing Forecast: Boom, Bust, or Retreat?
Will Calgary's housing market boom, bust, or retreat in 2026? Explore expert analysis on population growth, construction rates, and economic factors shaping the city's real estate future.
Report Blames Calgary's Water Crisis on City Hall Failures
A damning report reveals how Calgary's 'consensus' culture stalled critical water projects for years, leading to the 2024 Bearspaw main break and current restrictions. Read the full investigation.
Calgary's 5 Most Expensive Homes for Sale in Jan 2026
Explore Calgary's elite real estate with a tour of the five most luxurious homes currently on the market in January 2026, from Eagle Ridge to exclusive estates.
Calgary's Water System Failures a Warning for Canada
The repeated rupture of Calgary's critical Bearspaw water main reveals deep systemic issues in managing essential infrastructure. Expert panel chair Siegfried Kiefer warns of dangerously slim margins for error. A must-read for municipal leaders.
Calgary's Weekend Weather: Sun and Double-Digit Highs
Calgary's weekend weather forecast promises sunshine and double-digit temperatures. Get the full details on the pleasant break from winter's chill.
Police search for 2 suspects in Calgary jewelry store robbery
Calgary police are searching for two suspects after a brazen daytime robbery at Shimoon Jewellers in northwest Calgary on Thursday, January 8, 2026.
Calgary water main repair finished, supply alert persists
Repair work on a major Calgary water main break from December 2025 is now complete, but the city remains under a water supply alert. Get the latest details on the situation and ongoing precautions.
Top 10 Things to Do in Calgary This Weekend
Discover the best events and activities happening in Calgary this weekend, from zoo walks to local culture. Plan your perfect few days in the city.
Calgary's Water Main Report Calls for Urgent Reforms
An independent review of Calgary's catastrophic water main break demands sweeping reforms. City council receives a flood of new information on the state of disrepair. Read the full report details.
Calgary Knew Pipe Would Blow 20 Years Before Disaster
A damning report exposes how Calgary city managers ignored warnings for over two decades, leading to the catastrophic 2024 Bearspaw water main break. Read the full investigation.
Calgary office vacancy climbs back over 30%
Downtown Calgary's office vacancy rate has risen above 30% in the fourth quarter of 2025, signaling ongoing challenges for the city's commercial real estate sector. Learn what this means for the local economy.
$30K in Drugs, Cash Seized in Calgary Trafficking Bust
Calgary police have charged an individual after a trafficking investigation led to the seizure of over $30,000 in narcotics and currency. Get the details on the bust.
Scotia Place Construction Shifts to Steel Structure in Calgary
Calgary's new Scotia Place event centre is entering a pivotal construction phase focused on its steel framework in 2026. Get the latest details on this major downtown development.
Calgary outlines business relief after water main break
City officials propose financial relief measures for Calgary businesses impacted by the December 2025 water main rupture. Learn about the potential support and ongoing recovery efforts.
Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash in Southeast Calgary
A man has died following a single-vehicle collision in southeast Calgary. Police are investigating the incident, which occurred amid winter driving conditions.
Fatal Crash in Calgary's McKenzie Towne Claims One Life
A man is dead following a single-vehicle collision in southeast Calgary's McKenzie Towne community. Calgary police are investigating the fatal incident.
Calgary's deep freeze breaks with 13-degree warm-up Tuesday
Calgary endures one final frigid day before temperatures surge by 13 degrees Celsius on Tuesday. Get the full five-day forecast and details on the end of local boil-water advisories.
Calgary's Water Crisis: A Legacy of Past Decisions
Calgary's second catastrophic water main break in 18 months exposes a complex crisis rooted in historical infrastructure choices. Discover why finding someone to blame is more complicated than it seems.
Calgary Weekend: Skating, Flames & Winter Frost
A visual recap of Calgary's weekend: Calgarians embrace outdoor skating despite water restrictions, the Flames battle Nashville, and a stunning hoar frost transforms the city. See the moments captured by Postmedia photographers.
5 charged after Calgary police seize $89K in drugs
Calgary police have charged five individuals following a drug investigation that led to the seizure of approximately $89,000 worth of narcotics from two southwest residences. Get the full details on the bust.
Calgary Barbershop Quartet Sings at Weekly Breakfast
A Calgary barbershop quartet brings decades of musical tradition to the Deerhead Cafe for a weekly breakfast. Discover how this local group keeps harmony alive.
Calgary home sales fell 14% in December 2025
The Calgary housing market concluded 2025 with a notable slowdown, as December home sales dropped 14% compared to the previous year. Explore the key figures and market trends for the city.
What to Expect from Calgary Restaurants in 2026
Explore the evolving Calgary dining landscape for 2026. From pop-up concepts to enduring favourites, discover the trends and challenges shaping the city's vibrant restaurant industry.
High-Profile Cases to Fill Calgary Courts in 2026
A look at the major trials scheduled for Calgary courts in 2026, including a fatal road rage incident, a Good Samaritan killing, and a bizarre condo tunneling case. Stay informed on Calgary justice.
Calgary water pipe explodes again, prompting calls for firings
Another catastrophic water main break floods Calgary streets, trapping motorists and renewing Mayor Jeromy Farkas's calls for city manager David Duckworth's dismissal. Full story on the latest infrastructure failure.
Calgary water main break frustrates businesses on NYE
A water main break on 16th Ave. NW in Calgary's Montgomery area on New Year's Eve 2025 forced road closures and a boil water advisory, devastating local businesses still recovering from a similar rupture less than two years prior.
Calgary Water Main Fiasco: Monitoring System Failed
A catastrophic water main break in Calgary exposes a useless monitoring system. Mayor Farkas promises heads will roll as the city faces another water crisis. Read the full investigation.
Calgary water main fails again, sparking new restrictions
A second catastrophic failure of Calgary's critical Bearspaw south feeder main has caused flooding, road closures, and triggered Stage 4 water restrictions. Officials confirm no warning signs preceded the rupture.
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