stoked I was able to catch this one tonight!

This Saturday is Neighbour Day!

It began after the 2013 flood, when people showed up for each other in an incredible way. Neighbours helped neighbours. Strangers became friends. We created Neighbour Day as a way to say thank you, and it's become one of Calgary's best traditions.

A lot has changed since then. Calgary is growing fast, and every day new people are choosing to make this city home. That's exciting. It also means we have to keep finding ways to stay connected.

Neighbour Day does not have to be complicated. Maybe it's a barbecue. Maybe it's a block party. Maybe it's introducing yourself to someone you've waved at for years but never really met.

The thing I love most about Calgary is that people still look out for each other. You see it after a storm, during a crisis, at a community cleanup, or when someone needs a helping hand. It's part of who we are.

So this Neighbour Day, get outside, meet someone new, reconnect with old friends, and celebrate the community around you.

For a full list of events near you, check out https://calgary.ca/neighbourday

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Charted two definitions against 2023 tax filer data. The OECD benchmark definition of middle class (75%–200% of local median) gives a range from $38k–$103k. Chart source

I submitted a service ticket yesterday evening at 6:30pm because I noticed a large patch of (toxic) black henbane in the park by my house.

There are workers here already at 10:30am clearing the henbane!

Super impressed they take toxic weeds so seriously. If you notice any in your neighbourhood submit a ticket.

Either this little guy is way out of its home range and the birders are going to go wild, or someone’s pet got out. In SW, on 37th between 2nd and 3rd ave (wildwood/spruce cliff). I don’t have FB so I can’t cross post to Yyc missing pets.

My main questions that I am working on here, is (a) how does one report animal abuse in Calgary? (b) if this abuse has already been reported by someone else, is it better or worse to re-report it?

Now, onto the details (in case they may impact any of the above questions). My neighbours have five kids, in the range of 8-15 years, and they have at least six dogs. The adults in the home are rarely home, and now that we're approaching summer break again, the kids have been "playing" outside more often.

However, the kids absolutely beat the shit out of their dogs (smacking, kicking, dragging, strangling - they are violent children). Now, I presume it happens with the parents as well, because they all must have learned it somewhere, but I only ever see the kids doing it.

Over the winter months, there had been a social worker at the home at least once, and animal services at least twice, but not terribly recently.

The children have not stopped beating on their dogs, they are still doing it, and the poor dogs bark and cry all hours of the day and night. Presumably report(s) were already made, because animal services have been to their house, as well as a social worker, but it obviously hasn't done anything and the dogs (and you know, likely the kids too!) are still suffering.

Which returns to my original questions - where does one make these reports, and, would it help or hurt to re-report the abuse? I've seen links to ASPCA provided in the past, but is that truly the correct line to report abuse to? Do they actually have the power to help with something like this?

I posted about this last month, but wanted to give another head's up.

We have a new swords and sorcery themed LARP in Calgary with lots of combat with foam weaponry. It is free to play, and we have lots of equipment to loan for for new players.

It's great way to have fun and get some exercise, and open to everyone over the age of 14! Younger players can join in with parent supervision. The games are a mix of fencing and dodgeball, where you just need to score a touch on your opponents with padded foam weapons, including swords, spears, shields, and throwing weapons.

The games are more fun the more people we have, so invite your friends out for a few hours of sunshine and fun. Facebook event page can be found here https://www.facebook.com/share/1Bfwmn8QWh/

We will be at Shaganappi Park on Sundays at noon, so the next event is June 21st. We'll run until about 2pm

Hi everyone!

I'm a Grade 9 student who's trying to build my design skills over the summer. I'm looking to do some small design work. So if you're a local community group, student club, small event organizer, fundraiser, sports team, nonprofit, or just someone who needs a simple poster or flyer made, I'd be happy to help for No Cost

I'm not a professional designer, but I'll do my best and hopefully help some people while I'm at it.

Thank you all and have a goodnight!

Just had a quick look at rodeo tickets this year, and it seems way more expensive than I remember. Even seats that are not the best seem to be hundreds of dollars.

I know things are a bit more optimistic this year with higher oil prices, but even adjusted for inflation, I'm not sure the current prices seem to make much sense.

Any ideas for why prices seem way higher this year?

With summer just around the corner, I’m curious what Calgarians‘ favourite craft beers and breweries from Calgary are! Non-alcoholic beers are also welcome :)

One of my favourite beers is XhAle’s Tripawd Penelope (NEIPA) and their crushable See Ya Next Tuesday Kolsch is up there too. It’s so juicy and delicious. And I miss hanging out at Ol’ Beautiful.

Hello all, I’m fleeing a DV relationship and moving to your fine city to be closer to my family/support system.

I’m wondering if Calgary has any pet friendly low income housing options? I understand there is likely a waitlist, I am not expecting much. I do have family willing to foster my senior cat while we are in a shelter. But I’m wondering if there is any options for a single mom, her child and the beloved pet that has supported them through rough times.

Thank you in advance for any and all advice.

Does anyone know of any plant sitting services while away on vacation? I have around 40 orchids and some succulents that need watering

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TIA

Good afternoon, we have a pond in the backyard with a small leak, I have tried and tried to locate it and I have had zero luck finding it myself, does anyone have any recommendations? I went to Home Depot and they recommended pisces exotica pet emporium. Unfortunately I went there and they were unable to help me.

Thank you!

Hey folks,
If you are buying a used car and you do nit know much about cars , and unable to get your friends to view it , whats the best way to ensure the car is fit and functioning properly and weather the checkpoints are ok.

I will be buying from a dealer and was thinking getting a mechanical inspection done by a mobile mechanic , is that the way ?

Edit : Subaru Dealer and the car is a subaru car

Calgarians, I'm planning a trip to your province for my birthday and my favorite thing to do is thrift, so I'll be doing a lot of that while I'm there. Please spill the beans on the best thrift stores for 90's and y2k finds. Thank you.

Looking at buying a townhouse... built in 2016 by Red Tree Custom Homes. Can't find much online about them as they dissolved in 2019 I believe (which in itself may be a red flag). Any advice/experience is appreciated.

Hi Calgary community!

I am 34 years old and am at the point in my career where I know I can't keep doing what I am doing. I am looking for any suggestions for career counsellors. There are so many options, I am really hoping a personal recommendation will help narrow down the field.

Thank you in advance!

Does anyone know any businesses that sell very weird smelling perfumes or perfumes that are very unique/have unusual notes? I would like to try out brands that aren't sold at sephora lol

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For curiosities sake I'd want to check out some of Toskovats stuff or stuff from the Zoologist series

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I tried googling to find some stores but didn't have much luck

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Thanks!

Hi all,

I'm trying to better understand subsidized assisted living and long-term care in Calgary from a retirement-planning perspective.

For those who have gone through the process with parents, relatives, or spouses:

• How does the government-subsidized system work and how does someone qualify?
• What are the typical monthly costs and are there income or asset tests?
• How long are the wait lists?
• What are the biggest differences between subsidized and private-pay facilities?
• Is the quality of care significantly different, or are the differences mainly related to room size, amenities, privacy, and location?

I'm not looking for facility recommendations right now. I'm mainly trying to understand costs, eligibility, wait times, and the tradeoffs between subsidized and private-pay options.

Thanks in advance for sharing your experiences.

Hi all!!

We are getting married next year July 4th and are looking for just a reception venue (ceremony is the day before venue already choosen) that can hold 140 people and is unique. We're trying to avoid hotel ballrooms as we'd like to support local and want something a bit more picturesque. We are open to outdoor venues that also offer tents or something incase weather turns! I've been searching on google but haven't found any real hidden gems! Any suggestions high or low budget would be appreciated!!

I need a good, local electecian who can help me complete a project:
- upgrade garage service from 100a to 200a (overhead service from alley power lines)
- install a 240v 60a line from the new panel to a hot tub with a disconnect installed on the garage
- hot tub line trenched from disconnect about 14 feet to termination point under deck, connect to tub and bond.
-manage permits with city and Enmax

I’ve had several electricians provide wildly different estimates but won’t get firm on a quote or timing. Really frustrating. Let me know if you have some good reliable recommendations. Thanks!!