News from the Calgary region
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Who is looking after the health of first respondents?
Taking care of the mental health of health workers in Alberta. [ READ MORE ]
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Why women in Calgary do not feel safe
Even though the crime rates in Calgary are going down, women are still feeling unsafe walking around. [ READ MORE ]
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Alcohol consumption project hits 1,300 bookings
[dropcap]I[/dropcap]t’s been a month since the City of Calgary allowed people to drink alcohol in its parks. So far, the project appears to be running well. The program launched on June 1 in order to [ READ MORE ]
Business & Jobs
Many small businesses struggle to return to pre-pandemic ‘normal’
Even after the lifting of restrictions in Alberta, local mid-sized and small businesses continue to endure the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. [ READ MORE ]
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Calgary Stampede 2021: The Cowboys are coming, but they’ll be wearing masks
It’s official. The Calgary Stampede has been approved for this summer. [ READ MORE ]
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Is Kenney bribing Albertans with the vaccine lottery?
[dropcap]I[/dropcap]t’s summer in Alberta and Premier Jason Kenney just wants us to be able to enjoy it without risking another COVID-19 outbreak, and he’s willing to engage in bribery to get there. On Monday, June [ READ MORE ]
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Overlooked: COVID-19’s high toll on “invisible” essential workers
Working under the stresses of COVID-19 affected the mental health of frontline and essential workers. While the focus has been on doctors and nurses, other staff also plays a vital role in fighting the virus. Security guards, cleaning staff, and delivery drivers worked throughout the pandemic, with the impact of their exposure to the virus receiving little attention and recognition. [ READ MORE ]
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How Coronavirus is affecting people in India as well as Indian families living outside
[dropcap][/dropcap]H[dropcap][/dropcap]ow Coronavirus is affecting people in India as well as Indian families living outside. People living in India are going through an extremely hard time, however Indians living in Canada or anywhere else in the [ READ MORE ]
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Calgary restaurant ready for its grand opening as restrictions lift
On Wednesday, May 26, 2021, Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announced Alberta’s reopening plan, which will remove most of the restrictions Alberta businesses have been operating under by the end of the month. Non-essential businesses will reopen, and restaurants and bars can once again offer dine-in service. [ READ MORE ]
Arts
Calgary’s newest Instagram backdrop is a hit with local photographers
You might not have seen it in person, but your friends have. Two weeks after its launch, the CMLC parkade has taken over everyone’s Instagram feed. This $80 million structure in Calgary’s East Village is [ READ MORE ]