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Historical Photos of Suspension Bridges from Alberta

January 15, 2021 Tyler Dixon

The load-bearing portion (also known as the deck) of a suspension bridge is hung below cables that are attached to vertical towers. Simple suspension bridges lack the vertical towers and instead are anchored to the […]

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Vintage Photos of a Horse Drawn Sleigh

December 23, 2020 Tyler Dixon

Over the river and through the wood, To grandfather’s house we go; The horse knows the way To carry the sleigh, Through the white and drifted snow.        ~Lydia M. Child The image […]

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Vintage Photographs of Tobogganing in Alberta

December 10, 2020 Tyler Dixon

Tobogganing has long been a favourite winter pastime. Sliding down snow-covered slopes on a sled evokes fond childhood memories of long days spent outside in the brisk air. As you’ll see from these vintage photographs, […]

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Historic Photos of Skating from Across Alberta

November 26, 2020 Tyler Dixon

Have you ever heard of wild ice skating? To put it simply, it’s skating on a frozen lake. In the Canadian Rockies, a trifecta of ideal conditions are needed to make that perfectly smooth, crystal […]

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Calgary’s Most Haunted Places

October 29, 2020 Tyler Dixon

Are you looking for a fright this Halloween? You won’t have to look far, as Calgary is home to several haunted places scattered across the city. Here’s a deeper look at 15 of the most […]

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Trick or Treat: Vintage Halloween Photos from Alberta

October 22, 2020 Tyler Dixon

Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year’s festivities will look different than what we’re used to, there are still opportunities to get out and uncover some frightful fun! After you’ve finished prepping your […]

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Help Beats the Cat Find a Rockin’ New Home in Calgary

April 18, 2020 Jessica da Cunha

Beats here, ready to rock your world!!!! I am a fairly curious cat and enjoy my people very much. I like to be where the action is and my foster family says I make a […]

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Help Smudge the Kitten Find a New Home in Calgary!

April 11, 2020 Jessica da Cunha

Hiya frens, my name is Smudge. I am a sweet, loving and purrfectly snuggly boy looking for a forever home. Us kittens are absolutely adorbs, but don’t forget that we are also very energetic and […]

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Vintage Photos of Snowshoeing from across Alberta

March 26, 2020 Tyler Dixon

Snowshoes are used to displace your weight on snow, making foot travel possible during the winter months. It’s almost as though you’re floating on top of the snow, instead of sinking into it. Some animals, […]

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Dilayla the Cat Needs Help Finding a New Forever Home in Calgary!

March 21, 2020 Jessica da Cunha

Hey there, I’m Dilayla! I’m a beautiful, friendly lady looking for the ideal furever home. I’m a bit of a particular cat – I like my bed, blankets and food to be a certain way. […]

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