Calgary City Service Fees Increasing in 2026
Calgarians will pay more for transit and recreation in 2026. Get the details on new bus fares, pool passes, and the reasons behind the municipal fee hikes.
Calgarians will pay more for transit and recreation in 2026. Get the details on new bus fares, pool passes, and the reasons behind the municipal fee hikes.
In December 1999, Calgary shattered temperature records with a 20°C Christmas heat wave. Residents golfed, swam, and soaked up the sun. Discover the story of this upside-down holiday season.
A new investigation reveals some popular fidget toys can break and leak hazardous liquids. Learn the risks and what parents in Canada need to know to keep kids safe.
Calgary police are investigating two sexual assaults reported in the same southwest area. Authorities are asking the public for any video or information to help solve the cases.
Your complete guide to Christmas in Calgary for 2025. Discover festive events like Zoo Lights, free skating, and light displays, plus essential info on what's open and closed over the holidays.
A visual recap of Calgary's weekend: 340 holiday hampers delivered to veterans, a festive party for kids, and a high-scoring Flames victory. See the community in action.
Struggling to finish holiday shopping? Discover 12 fantastic Wicked-themed gifts for kids, from Lego sets to stuffed animals, that can still arrive before Christmas Eve. Perfect for young fans of the musical.
A Saskatchewan city offers a festive alternative to paying parking fines, allowing drivers to donate toys instead. Discover how this initiative spreads holiday joy for children.
The annual Toy Mountain campaign in Kitchener has successfully gathered more than 5,000 toys, ensuring a brighter Christmas for children in need across the community.
A pedestrian has died after a collision in northeast Calgary, becoming the 15th such fatality in 2025. This tragic incident surpasses the total number of pedestrian deaths recorded in all of 2024.
Discover Calgary's top weekend events, including the Alberta Theatre Project's 'Wizard of Oz' and navigating winter weather. Plan your days with our curated guide.
The PREP Society in Calgary received a special donation of 15 dolls representing children with Down syndrome from Bee You Kids, promoting inclusion and representation.
The Salvation Army's annual Christmas toy program in Edmonton is set to distribute 4,000 gifts to local families in need this holiday season, bringing early joy to the community.
A man was seriously injured in an officer-involved shooting at Calgary's Dalhousie LRT station Tuesday morning. Police confirm no risk to public. Read the latest details.
The Salvation Army's Santa's Anonymous program is distributing toys to families in Regina this holiday season, ensuring children experience the magic of Christmas.
Mastermind Toys, the beloved Canadian educational toy retailer, is pivoting its business model to launch a franchise system. This strategic shift aims to expand the brand's reach across Canada. Discover what this means for the future of toy shopping.
Calgary is bracing for a cold start to the weekend with temperatures dropping Friday and more snowfall expected. Stay updated on the latest weather forecast and travel advisories.
Calgary will experience strong west winds and a high near 4°C on Thursday, December 4, before a significant temperature drop arrives for Friday. Get the full forecast details here.
A Calgary man faces charges after a violent carjacking led to a police chase, a crash, and his vehicle being pinned by a fire truck. Get the full story on the dramatic arrest.
NorQuest College students and staff modify toys for children with disabilities in a special holiday event. See how tech skills are creating more inclusive play.
The Kitchener Rangers' 30th annual Teddy Bear Toss saw nearly 10,000 stuffed animals rain down on the ice. The heartwarming tradition supports local charities.
Toys R Us is closing all but one Quebec location on January 5. Discover six quirky toys you'll now have to hunt for elsewhere, from banana toothbrushes to plush Pennywise.
Calgary's weather on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, will be mild but cloudy with periods of snow and gusty afternoon winds. A bright midweek precedes more snow Friday.
Toys R Us Canada is shutting down three Quebec stores in January, leaving only one location in the province. The closures will result in 68 layoffs. Learn about the retail shift.
The City of Hamilton launches a seasonal initiative allowing residents to pay parking fines with new toy donations, supporting local families in need this holiday season. Learn how to participate.
Calgary embraced winter's chill and a packed entertainment scene. Explore how the city balanced -20°C temperatures with major rock concerts and festive community events.
A dozen Make-A-Wish children in Calgary received uniquely decorated Christmas trees, spreading holiday cheer and creating magical moments for families facing medical challenges.
Calgary police have laid charges against a driver involved in a November pedestrian crash in Dalhousie that sent a child and adult to hospital. Get the latest details on this developing story.
Calgary's newest Christmas spectacle, Holiday Wonder, features millions of dazzling lights inside the BMO Centre. Discover this magical winter attraction transforming Calgary's holiday scene.
A woman has died after being struck by a car in southwest Calgary, bringing the city's 2025 traffic fatality count to 14. Police report over 400 pedestrian injury collisions.