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It's May, and Calgary, Alberta is looking beautiful! 

Here are some fun events happening in YYC to check out this month:

May 2 Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church
Spring Tea & Bake Sale
May 2-3 Day Out With Thomas At Heritage Park
May 6 Karan Aujla: P-Pop Culture Tour
May 9-10 Mother's Day Brunch at Spruce Meadows
May 10
Mother's Day
May 12 Be Like Blippi Tour
May 14 Rooted Here: Growing In Calgary's Climate
May 16 Calgary Wild FC vs Roses de Montreal FC
May 16 Illustrate The Past - Mapping History
May 18
Victoria Day
May 20-24 Broadway Across Canada Presents Mamma Mia!
May 24 Candlelight: Ed Sheeran Meets Coldplay
May 28 Calgary Surge vs Scarborough Shooting Stars
May 31 Okotoks Dawgs vs Lethbridge Bulls

Every month the Calgary Real Estate Board releases…

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Calgary coffee shops are magical. It’s the cozy atmosphere on a chilly morning, the smell of fresh espresso drifting through your local neighbourhood, and the way a local café makes even the most mundane Wednesday special. Calgary’s coffee scene has grown tremendously over the years, and whether you’re looking for the perfect latte, a comfortable reading corner, or your next virtual work spot, this city has no shortage of gems.

Here are some of the best local coffee shops in Calgary worth adding to your rotation:

Luke’s Drug Mart: Part coffee shop, part vintage-inspired general store, Luke’s has become a Calgary institution. You can grab a locally brewed coffee while browsing vinyl records, snacks, gifts, and quirky finds. It feels nostalgic in…

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Spring is the perfect time to spruce up your home and increase its value! Whether you are planning to sell or simply want to enhance your living space, here are some renovation projects to consider this season.

  • Energy-Efficient Upgrades: Consider making energy-efficient upgrades to your home, such as installing a programmable thermostat, upgrading to energy-efficient appliances, LED lightbulbs, or adding insulation. These upgrades can not only save you money on energy bills, but also increase your home's value.
  • Curb Appeal Enhancements: Start with the exterior of your home to make a great first impression. Consider painting the front door, adding fresh and modern house numbers, installing outdoor lighting, and refreshing the landscaping.…

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A rare opportunity in an exclusive West Bowness location, this updated and immaculately maintained 2+2 bedroom bungalow sits on a well-groomed 50x120 lot with strong future potential under current zoning. Positioned across from a large playground with valley escarpment views, the setting offers both privacy and openness, while the south-facing backyard creates excellent potential for redevelopment or continued use as a revenue property or owner-occupied home.

The lower level adds flexibility with a two-bedroom illegal self-contained suite currently rented month-to-month. Numerous updates include replacement of most windows, a newer forced-air furnace with central air conditioning, refreshed upstairs kitchen cabinetry, an updated 4-piece bathroom,…

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The Calgary, Alberta spring real estate market is competitive, as buyers, sellers, and investors come out of hibernation to make their move. The Calgary Real Estate Board recently reported, “there were 1,881 sales in March, up from the previous month,” showing that market activity is already hot! Midway through April, this trend continues.

In busy real estate markets like this one, homes often receive multiple competing offers. This means there is more than one interested party, leaving the seller to choose which offer best meets their needs. You might think that sellers will always default to accept the higher sum of money, but this isn’t always the case. Sellers also have needs.

If you are a buyer navigating a competitive market, here are some…

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AMAZING RIVER VIEWS!!! 

Set on a quiet cul-de-sac and backing toward the Bow River, this exceptionally rare property combines a private setting with a massive 150-ft deep pie-shaped lot. The brick-faced semi-detached home offers 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, presenting strong potential for both owners and investors. Hardwood flooring runs through the upper level, where a wood-burning fireplace feature wall anchors the living room and patio doors open to a large front balcony. Another set of patio doors extends from the primary bedroom to a private rear balcony.

The lower level includes a 2-bedroom illegal suite with large bi-level windows, along with an updated forced-air furnace and an updated membrane roof. A full double detached garage…

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April is a seasonal turning point Calgary, Alberta! While it may statistically be our snowiest month of the year, it's also the month everything begins to turn green and the trees start to bud. This beautiful duality is a hallmark of Calgary, and one we look forward to each year. 

Here are some fun events happening in YYC to check out this month:

April 3 Good Friday
April 3 NSD Easter Egg Hunt For Dogs at Calaway Park
April 3-6 Easter Eggstravaganza Weekend at the Calgary Zoo
April 3-19 Spring Babies Festival at Butterfield Acres
April 4 4th Annual BCA Easter Egg-Stravaganza
April 5 Easter Sunday
April 6 Easter Monday
April 9 NMC Presents - Sexsmith Sings Lightfoot
April 9 2026 Canvas Auction
April 9-12 2026 Futsal Canadian Championship
April 10-12 Acclaimed…

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Calgary, Alberta is known for its incredible parks; both by residents, and the Easter Bunny! From wide open green spaces to cozy, tucked-away spots perfect for little explorers, here are some of the best Calgary parks to host your Easter egg hunt:

Bowness Park: If you’re picturing a classic, storybook Easter egg hunt—this is it. With its open grassy areas, winding pathways, and charming river views, Bowness Park is perfect for families with kids of all ages. There are plenty of spots to hide eggs, plus playgrounds and picnic areas to turn your hunt into a full-day outing. Be part of a long history of Calgarians enjoying beautiful Bowness Park in the springtime. The Easter bunny knows its way around this gorgeous space!

Prince’s Island Park:…

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March in Calgary always feels like a fresh start. The days are getting longer, the snow is slowly beginning to melt, and the real estate market is coming out of hibernation.

Wise buyers, sellers, and investors are also beginning to stretch their limbs and get ready for a busy spring real estate market. Here is exactly what they are doing to get ahead, and what you can do to join them:

Sellers are preparing their property to be listed now instead of waiting until April. This includes decluttering and depersonalizing early, tackling small repairs, booking services like cleaners and other maintenance professionals, and beginning to stage. They are looking at their home from the perspective of a buyer to ensure it is desirable, and already working…

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

 This fun tradition celebrates Irish culture, and is a great excuse to go celebrate with friends on a work night. In the spirit of St. Patrick himself, people are encouraged to fight for what they believe in, and seek unification through common goals.  

 Not familiar with the St. Patrick’s Day lore? Here are 5 fun facts about this holiday:

  1. St. Patrick was not even Irish! The Irish Roadtrip writes, "St. Patrick was born in Roman-Britain (Britain was under Roman rule for 350 years) circa 386 A.D. He didn’t arrive in Ireland until 433." He spent his time all over present-day United Kingdom and France, but felt a calling to tell the Irish people about God. He wrote that he was always drawn back to Ireland, and his…

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