Calgary municipal fee hikes, tax increases take effect Jan. 1
Calgarians will see a series of municipal fee increases and property tax rises effective January 1, 2026, impacting household budgets after the holidays. Learn what's changing.
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Calgary shelters near capacity amid dangerous cold snap
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's Extreme Cold: What to Know About Being Out Today
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.
Calgary Charities Serve Hundreds on Christmas Day
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 Investigates Christmas Eve Garage Blaze
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.
Injury Reported in Macleod Trail Crash in Calgary
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 Changemakers Reveal Ideas for City's Future
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.
Top 10 Things to Do in Calgary This Weekend
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.
Calgary man charged in two early-morning break-ins
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.
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.
Calgary's 1999 Christmas Heat Wave Hit 20°C
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.
Calgary Homeless Outreach Team Desperate for New Base
A vital Calgary homeless outreach team is facing eviction and urgently needs a new headquarters to continue its life-saving work in extreme winter conditions. Learn about their critical mission.
Calgary church hosts Christmas meal for homeless in deep freeze
As temperatures plummet, Journey Church in Calgary provides a warm refuge and a festive meal for the city's homeless population, offering a moment of connection during the holidays.
Police Investigate Two Sexual Assaults Near Chinook CTrain
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.
Calgary Christmas 2025: What's Open, Closed & Happening
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 Weekend: Charity, Sports, and Community Spirit
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.
Kealey Classic Hockey Game Honors Late Ottawa Police Officer
The Ottawa hockey community gathered for the inaugural Kealey Classic, a memorial game honouring late officer Devan Kealey. Proceeds support the Ottawa Mission. Read the full story.
Calgary memorial mourns hundreds who died while homeless
As temperatures plunged, Calgary's 11th annual Longest Night memorial honored over 284 unhoused individuals who died in 2025. A solemn reminder of the winter's deadly risks and the dignity of every life.
Calgary vigil remembers homeless lives lost in 2025
The Homeless Foundation in Calgary held its annual Longest Night of the Year vigil on December 19, 2025, to commemorate vulnerable residents who died. Read about this solemn remembrance.
15th fatal pedestrian crash in Calgary this year
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.
Redwood Meadows fire hall damaged in Wednesday evening blaze
Fire crews scrambled to save the Redwood Meadows Magnusson Memorial Fire Hall as flames engulfed the back section. No injuries reported in the emotional incident.
Montreal to bring warming trailers to homeless encampment
The City of Montreal is deploying heated trailers to the Notre-Dame Street encampment to protect unhoused residents from extreme winter cold. Read about the city's response.
10 Things to Do in Calgary This Weekend
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.
N.S. community seeks relocation of downtown homeless shelter
Residents in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, are calling for Viola's Place Society homeless shelter to be moved from the downtown area. Learn about the community's concerns and the ongoing debate.
Officer-Involved Shooting at Calgary's Dalhousie LRT
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.
Calgary social agency eviction threatens downtown safety
BeTheChangeYYC, a vital outreach service, must vacate its downtown Calgary location. CEO Chaz Smith warns of increased crime and social disruption if a new home isn't found. Read the full story.
Chatham homeless centre extends hours for winter season
Hope Haven in Chatham has expanded its operating hours to provide critical warmth and support during the colder months. Learn how this change impacts the community's vulnerable population.
Calgary faces cold weekend start, more snow on the way
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 sees gusty winds Thursday, then temperatures drop Friday
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.
Calgary man charged in southeast carjacking after crash
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.
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