Calgary's emergency shelters are operating at or beyond capacity as a severe cold snap forces more people indoors. Organizations like the Drop-In Centre and Mustard Seed are using creative solutions to ensure no one is left out in the cold.
Calgary battles extreme cold with wind chills near -30°C, causing flight delays, closed ski hills, and health warnings. Here's what you need to know if you must venture out.
A dangerously cold north wind is sweeping through Calgary, putting the city's homeless and vulnerable populations at significant risk. Learn about the immediate dangers and community response.
Charitable groups in Calgary, including the Drop-In Centre and Salvation Army, provided meals, warmth, and gifts to hundreds in need on Christmas Day 2025. Volunteers shared their motivation to make the day special for the city's most vulnerable.
Calgary Fire Department is investigating a garage fire that occurred on Christmas Eve in the city's northwest. Authorities are working to determine the cause of the incident.
A person was injured in a Thursday morning collision on Macleod Trail in Calgary. Emergency services responded to the scene around 8 a.m. Get the latest details on the incident.
Calgary Herald's 2025 Changemakers project reveals 20 actionable ideas from local leaders on building a better city, from youth investment to global events. Discover their insights.
Discover the best holiday events and activities in Calgary this weekend, from dazzling light festivals to last-minute shopping and festive traditions. Plan your perfect seasonal outing.
A Calgary man faces charges after two early-morning break-and-enters in the city's northwest. Police responded to alarms and apprehended a suspect. Learn the details.
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.
Need a last-minute Christmas tree? A Calgary garden centre is giving theirs away for free on December 24, 2025. Get the details and spread some holiday cheer.
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 Calgary woman who defrauded her employer of nearly $2 million will wait until 2026 for her sentence. Carol Lloyd, 66, expressed remorse in court as her lawyer argued for leniency.
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.
Calgary's expanded BMO Centre has earned three major international architecture awards, recognizing its innovative design and connection to local heritage. Discover the details behind this civic achievement.
Calgary police responded to a reported assault on a person in a wheelchair near Chinook Centre. The suspect remains at large, and the victim has not been located. Read the latest details.
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.
The Helen Schuler Nature Centre in Calgary launches two new interactive exhibits, 'Winter Wild Neighbours' and 'The Power of Play,' just in time for the holiday season. Discover the wonders of local wildlife and family fun.
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.
Calgary police arrest an East Village resident in a drug trafficking probe near the Drop-In Centre. The investigation involved a Mercedes Benz and a storage facility. Read the latest details.
The 'An Evening to Shine the Light' gala in Midland raised $196,000 for the Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care. Over 150 guests attended the December fundraiser.
The Calgary Drop-In Centre released a powerful short film, 'I Want to Come Home,' to highlight homelessness and addiction struggles, supporting its critical year-end fundraising campaign. Learn more about this impactful initiative.
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 suspect in a brutal Calgary sexual assault testified the encounter was consensual, while the victim has no memory of the attack. The judge's ruling is expected in March.
Stratford is launching its first overnight warming centre at the Connections Centre to provide a safe, warm space for those in need during the cold winter months. Learn about the opening and its importance.
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 new King Thunderbird Centre officially opened its doors in Edmonton on December 15, 2025, marking a significant upgrade from the old Boyle Street location. Discover the impact on the community.
Calgary welcomes 1,400 experts for the 25th ArcticNet Annual Scientific Meeting, the largest interdisciplinary Arctic research conference in North America, running Dec 15-18, 2025.
A Winnipeg-based tech company is scouting for the perfect 'Goldilocks' plot in Manitoba to build a large-scale data centre, aiming to capitalize on the province's resources and strategic location. Learn more about this potential economic driver.