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It's July, and Calgary, Alberta is beautiful and green!

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

July 1-5 Spruce Meadows "North American" Show Jumping
July 4  Bowness Stampede Parade and Breakfast
July 4 Farm Fresh Festival - Calgary Farmer's Market West
July 3-5 MexiFest Festival
July 3-12 The Calgary Stampede 2026
July 9 Calgary Surge vs Vancouver Bandits 
July 11 Farm Fresh Festival - Calgary Farmer's Market South
July 18  Rev Up Autoshow 2026
July 19 Contemporary Kids: Creating With Chance
July 21-26 Clue at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
July 26 Sunday Tea on the Veranda - Heritage Park
July 31 Cavalry FC vs Inter Toronto FC
August 1-3 Tour de Bowness Race + Festival

Every month the Calgary Real Estate Board…

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Happy Canada Day!

Canada has a long, beautiful, complicated history. Here are some of the key events that took place in the creation of what we now call home:

(Please note we will refer to the land we now call Canada as Canada, recognizing that it did not formally become Canada for thousands of years. Every people group who migrated to this land over the years referred to it as something different, from Turtle Island to Vinland. All respect due is given).

~ 20,000 Years Ago: The Americas were the last continents humans migrated to. The last ice age created a bridge between modern day Alaska and Siberia, known as the Bering Strait, which Archaeological evidence points to as the original entry point for humans.

~ 16,000 Years Ago: As the ice…

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Calgary, Alberta is consistently ranked one of the sunniest cities in Canada, seeing an average of 2397 hours of sunlight each year. This impressive statistic draws many people to the city, despite the rising cost of living and cold winter nights. After all, being in the sunshine is good for you!

Sunlight is scientifically proven to improve your mental health by boosting serotonin, it helps your body create Vitamin D which supports bone density and immunity, and—in careful exposure—is even being shown to prevent certain cancers. Bottom line? Sunlight is good for you, which means so is moving to Calgary!

Current Results reports, “southern Alberta and Saskatchewan form the sun belt of Canada. The swath from Calgary, Alberta to Estevan,…

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The May long weekend is Calgary’s unofficial kickoff to summer! After months of snow, false spring, more snow, and finally a few warm days, the city comes alive with patios, festivals, outdoor adventures, and people determined to soak up every second of sunshine. Whether you want a relaxing weekend, a family-friendly adventure, or a packed social calendar, Calgary has plenty going on.

If there’s one thing Calgarians know how to do well, it’s maximizing patio-and-park season the second temperatures hit double digits. The May long weekend is the perfect time to explore some of the city’s most beautiful green spaces. Spend the afternoon wandering through Bowness Park with a coffee in hand, enjoying the river pathways and picnic spots. If the weather…

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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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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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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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March is such a beautiful time of the year in Calgary, Alberta! As the snow melts away, the grass gets greener and the sun stays up longer. Spring is a much needed respite from the long winter, and we look forward to embracing every glorious moment of it. 

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

March 4-8 Broadway Across Canada presents Les Miserables
March 5 Bearspaw South Feeder Main - In Person Info Session
March 6 Particle + Wave Media Arts Fesitval
March 7 Bearspaw South Feeder Main - In Person Info Session
March 7 Modern Little Market
March 8 Daylight Saving Time starts
March 12 Standup Comedy at The Limber Hollow!
March 12 Cowboys 8th Annual WIng-Off
March 14 The Farmers' & Makers "End of Winter almost Spring Market"
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It's no secret that we love Calgary. This is a city that is easy to adore and romanticize. It may not be perfect, but at Team Ken Richter, we are so proud to call ourselves Calgarian.

Here are just a few of the things we love about Calgary:

  • The Downtown Skyline: Anchored by The Bow and The Calgary Tour, the downtown skyline sits nestled against the bow river in a near perfect arch. Creating spectacular views from all angles, the skyline is the heart of this city.
  • The YYC Airport: Thoughtfully designed and developed over time, YYC is easy to navigate, filled with sweet nods to the culture of the city, and white-hats with friendly faces. Plus, the new internal transit system is very fun.
  • The Small Shops: Calgary is home to so many…

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