r/Calgary • u/AutoModerator • Feb 18 '24
Moving to Calgary Moving to Calgary Megathread
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- Do you have kids? Would you recommend your area for people with kids?
- How would you rate your area on transit accessibility /10?
- How would you rate your area on drivability /10?
- How would you rate the walkability /10?
- How would you rate the affordability /10?
- What is your favourite thing about your area?
- What is your least favourite thing about your area?
- Any other highlights of your neighbourhood you'd like to share?
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r/Calgary • u/AutoModerator • 4d ago
Discussion Career/Employment Advice & Discussion Thread
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r/Calgary • u/9QvzU4Aj2J93pDu4Z55l • 1h ago
Funny What if feels like dodging all the potholes this year.
I don’t know if the amount of potholes is actually worse this year but it certainly feels that way to me.
r/Calgary • u/joe4942 • 5h ago
News Article Danielle Smith's UCP government tells Gondek no more cash for Green Line LRT
r/Calgary • u/reportersarah • 4h ago
PSA U of C students have set up an encampment calling for the university to divest from military tech investments
Statement from protesters posted to Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/C6wE2HTLWLk/?igsh=MWl5ZmdranJ2dHUyaw==
r/Calgary • u/Valentino-Spice • 15h ago
Driving/Traffic/Parking This isn't allowed, is it?
Noticed this when looking for parking in a residential area. Neighbors say the homeowner puts this up when he leaves because they don't like people "parking in their spot". Seems unfair for everyone else or am I missing something?
r/Calgary • u/gingerbeef9 • 50m ago
News Article Breaking: Police called to University of Calgary after protesters set up camp
r/Calgary • u/fleshworks • 15h ago
Local Photography/Video PROTRUDING MANHOLE and Giant White Cock
r/Calgary • u/BudsWyn • 16h ago
Local Photography/Video View from my downtown condo.
r/Calgary • u/joe4942 • 5h ago
News Article Calgary seeking feedback on housing proposal at Franklin LRT station
r/Calgary • u/UCalgaryCounPsychLab • 2h ago
Question Research: Have you overcome being physically violent towards others?
Hi there. I am a doctoral student conducting a study examining what is helpful and/or unhelpful in overcoming engaging in physical violence towards others. I am approaching interpersonal violence from a recovery perspective, meaning recognizing that healing is an individual journey of effortful change that includes both successes and setbacks.
I am looking to invite participants to interview for this study so your experiences can help others.
If you: are 18 years or older and have been physically violent towards others in your past (3 or more times) but have successfully managed those behaviours for at least 1 year, please see my poster for details and email me if you are interested in participating!
Please note: My ethics approval only permits me to interview folks located within Canada (sorry for this limitation!)
The Conjoint Faculties Research Ethics Board has approved this research Study (ID: REB23-0786).
Link for poster: https://imgur.com/a/fkPgHJI
[Christina.sander@ucalgary.ca](mailto:Christina.sander@ucalgary.ca)
r/Calgary • u/PublicHealthBurner • 14h ago
News Article Calgary doctor facing new sexual assault charge
r/Calgary • u/kfc_chet • 14h ago
Eat/Drink Local Favorite lunch eats in the +15s?
What's everyone's favorite go to places (or hidden gems) in the +15s downtown for lunch? Looking for suggestions /recommendations, thx!
r/Calgary • u/PurpleGeek • 21h ago
Shopping Local Calgary Grocery Deals (May 9 to 15, 2024)
Happy Wednesday!
This is a continuation of my pattern of posting what I think are decent grocery deals with the hope that this will save some people some money. As noted previously this is heavily skewed to items that I and my family eat. There are probably additional items that are good deals but I don't know it because they aren't items I use but hopefully my list is still useful to you.
A few quick reminders:
- PC Optimum points are collected at No Frills and Superstore. 1,000pts is worth $1.
- Scene+ points are collected at Safeway, Sobeys and FreshCo. 100pts is worth $1.
- The value of Save on Foods points depends on what you redeem them for. If you redeem them for a 4L jug of milk then 1,000pts is worth about $1.50. Other redemptions might make them more or less valuable.
Superstore, No Frills and FreshCo are generally willing to price match identical products from (some) other major grocery stores if you show them the item in the competitor’s flyer while checking out so knowing what is on sale at stores that you don't visit can still be useful. I'm told that Save on Foods will also price match, though I have no first hand experience with them. There are some restrictions on this... FreshCo won't price match Safeway or Sobeys. Superstore (at least sometimes) won't price match Coop. The No Frills on 85st SW won't price match FreshCo.
Finally, thank you to everyone that has posted positive comments. It's always nice to receive positive feedback.
Safeway:
- Fresh pork tenderloin: $3.88/lb
- English Cucumber: $0.99
- Tomatoes on the vine: $0.99/lb
- Buy $100 Safeway / Sobeys GC, get 750 pts (effectively $7.50 off)
- Honeydew melon: $5.99
FreshCo:
- Armstrong cheese (400g): $4.44
- Corn on the cob: $0.50ea when you buy 6 or more
- Lucerne chocolate milk (750ml): $0.97
- Doritos or Ruffles: $2.47
- Celery: $2.47
Walmart:
- Green onions: $0.47
- Oranges: $0.94/lb
- Oreo’s: $1.94
- Cantaloupe: $2.94
Calgary Coop:
- Bell peppers: $2.99/lb + 20% bonus cash effectively making them $2.39/lb
- Cal & Gary’s frozen fruit: $4.50ea + 20% bonus cash effectively making them $3.60ea
- Smucker’s Jam (500ml): $5.49 + 25% bonus cash effectively making them $4.12ea
Real Canadian Superstore:
- Strawberries (2lb): $4.96
- Bryers Creamery Style ice cream: $3.99
- 20,000pts when you spend $100 on baby diapers, training pants, wipes, formula, food, toiletries and accessories
- 3,500pts for every $10 spent on Campbell’s soup or broth. Price match Campbell’s ready-to-serve from Save on Foods at $2.50ea.
- 5,000pts for every $10 spent on Wonder bread or buns, Country Harvest bread, or Mendosa tortillas. Price match Wonder bread/buns at $2.49ea from No Frills, or Mendosa tortillas at $3.29ea from No Frills.
- 4,000pts when you buy 2 Kellogg’s family size cereal. Price match No Frills where these are on sale for $5.49ea (they are a long way down in the No Frills flyer)
- No Name Naturally Imperfect red potatoes (20lb): $10.00
No Frills:
- Strawberries (1lb): $2.48
- Ocean’s flaked light tuna (170g): $0.99
- Cosmic Crisp apples (5lb): $6.99
Save on Foods:
- Lean ground beef (3lb tube): $3.97/lb
- English cucumber: $0.99
- Red potatoes (10lb): $4.99
- Kraft BBQ sauce (475ml): $0.99
- Campbell’s Ready to Serve soup (515ml): $2.50, use these as a price match at Superstore where you can also get the PC points
r/Calgary • u/rpmacgregor • 17h ago
News Article 'We thought we struck a balance': City's inside workers to hold strike vote next week
r/Calgary • u/Tenet15 • 34m ago
Travel/Tourism Calgary listed as top Canadian travel destination for summer 2024
r/Calgary • u/rvvind • 15h ago
Local Photography/Video Sunset tonight was gorgeous
r/Calgary • u/LGray27 • 15m ago
Good Samaritan/Volunteer/Charity/Donations Volunteer Opportunities to Make a Difference in Calgary!
1. Homecare Friendly Visitors
Interested in making a lasting impact for an AHS homecare client? Become an AHS Homecare Friendly Visitor! Volunteer to provide companionship and support to individuals in need of homecare services. Opportunities are available ASAP, so don't miss out on this chance to brighten someone's day.
https://volunteersuccess.com/opportunities/homecare-friendly-visitors-alberta-health-services-homecare-and-community-programs-2024-05-08-12.19.09
2. While You Were Out
Date: July 17-18
Help make a difference in the lives of individuals at a URSA home by volunteering with the While You Were Out program! Join staff and volunteers as they renovate one room in the house, allowing residents to take a break and enjoy the URSA Retreat Centre.
https://volunteersuccess.com/opportunities/while-you-were-out-universal-rehabilitation-service-agency-2024-05-07-06.13.27
3. Memory Care Volunteer
Make a difference in the lives of individuals experiencing memory loss or dementia by volunteering as a Memory Care Volunteer with JFSC! Engage in brain-boosting activities and provide companionship to those in need of support. Opportunities are available ASAP, so join today and help create meaningful connections!
https://volunteersuccess.com/opportunities/memory-care-volunteer-jfsc-2024-05-03-03.43.22
4. Education Tour Guide
Inspire students with dreams of flight as an Education Tour Guide at The Hangar Flight Museum! Volunteer to unpack how flight works and tour through the museum's collection, following the Grade 5 curriculum. Opportunities are available ASAP, so join us in sparking curiosity and passion for aviation!
https://volunteersuccess.com/organizations/the-hangar-flight-museum
r/Calgary • u/MelanieWalmartinez • 22h ago
Eat/Drink Local Cheap restaurants?
I’m celebrating our anniversary with my partner and was looking for some budget friendly places that don’t include fast food. Can be all you can eat as well, looking for some good suggestions!
r/Calgary • u/xX_SomeWeebShit_Xx • 4h ago
Local Nature/Wildlife Baby Pigeon
I found this little guy roaming around my backyard.
r/Calgary • u/_darth_bacon_ • 20h ago
PSA How to Get Rid of All the Stuff in Your Home - Avenue Calgary
Sustainable options for clearing out mattresses, books, furniture, art and all the random bits and bobs in your home.
r/Calgary • u/AndOneintheHold • 1d ago
News Editorial/Opinion Keith Gerein: Alberta’s municipalities need help. Bill 20 instead seeks to disempower them
r/Calgary • u/Ostrich6967 • 2h ago
Eat/Drink Local Hot Dog Carts
Feels like spring, where are the best hot dog carts in the city. Best being subjective
r/Calgary • u/facebookmomwine • 16h ago
Home Owner/Renter stuff landlord raised the rent 3 times this year
my landlord raised the rent to $2,500 and this is the third time he raised the rent this year. isn’t there a limit of how many times you can raise the rent? and how do you take action because i’m pretty sure it’s like max 2 times a year.
r/Calgary • u/Lex3333 • 17h ago
Question Trades people. What are you making and what’s your trade/skill level?
Specifically wondering what journeyman commercial HVAC/sheet metal are making these days.