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Five Minutes With: Calgary Folk Singer-Songwriter Kris Demeanor

Kris Demeanor is a Mohkinstis (Calgary) based singer-songwriter, theatre and film actor, and was the first poet laureate of Calgary. He likes racquet sports, cooking, and biodiversity. Name: Kris Demeanor Genre: Folk Founded: 1992 # of [...]
Comedy

Tragedy Plus Time: Calgary-based Comedian Faris Hytiaa

In a recent interview, comedian Faris Hytiaa shared his insights with us into his comedic style and influences. Describing his style as anecdotal, with observations and quips peppered throughout, Chalabi credits comedians like Dave Chappelle, [...]
Arts

“A Day in the Life” with Visual Artist and Writer Deepa Mittimani

My mom, Deepa Mittimani, is a passionate artist motivated by the love of art and an endless artistic flair. From my earliest memories, I’ve seen her love of painting evolve into an adventure of constant [...]
Charity

Charitable Choices: Janet Sadowski of Basically Babies

At times the world feels incredibly difficult to live in, and Basically Babies in Calgary aims to help alleviate some of those difficulties. They work to meet the needs of new families by providing a [...]
Lifestyle

Rosie the dog needs a new home in the Calgary area

Meet Rosie, the friendliest Labrador you’ll ever find! Rosie is a sweet, gentle 7-year-old pup who is looking for her forever home. With her wagging tail and warm brown eyes, she’s sure to steal your [...]

“A Day in the Life” with Visual Artist and Writer Deepa Mittimani

April 24, 2024

My mom, Deepa Mittimani, is a passionate artist motivated by the love of art and an endless artistic flair. From my earliest memories, I’ve seen her love of painting evolve into an adventure of constant [...]
“A Day in the Life” with Calgary-based Visual Artist Shahaan Ahmed Shah

April 17, 2024
“A Day in the Life” with Calgary Visual Artist Susan Hull

April 10, 2024

Charitable Choices: Janet Sadowski of Basically Babies

April 23, 2024

At times the world feels incredibly difficult to live in, and Basically Babies in Calgary aims to help alleviate some of those difficulties. They work to meet the needs of new families by providing a [...]
Homegrown Business: Mark Groves of CreateTheLove

April 22, 2024
Charitable Choices: Damon Johnston of ProArts @Noon Concert Series

April 16, 2024

The Colourful History of Fort Walsh in the Cypress Hills

by Tyler Dixon in History

If you haven’t realized it by now I enjoy exploring old frontier forts that are scattered across western Canada. I’ve had the pleasure of visiting Fort Whoop-Up in Lethbridge, Fort Normandeau near Red Deer, and Fort Calgary in its namesake [...]