Calgary kid nearing top finish in international nature competition

A nature-loving Calgary kid is ranking high in a competition to be the next Junior Ranger. No matter how the challenge ends, he will continue protecting the environment, his parents say. Five-year-old Jack, who was born and (is being) raised in Calgary, has had a green thumb since he was born. His mom, Brooklyn Glaser Laanstra, said his connection to...
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Calgary councillors move to scrap climate emergency declaration

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CAO Duckworth, Calgary city council agree to a mutual break up

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Affordable prosthetics, faster fittings: A UCalgary student’s mission

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Calgary approves water efficiency plan, with no amendments

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City councillors critical of mayor’s downtown Calgary police station pitch

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Calgary Catholic celebrates Artwalk in anniversary year

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Education

Calgary kid nearing top finish in international nature competition

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Affordable prosthetics, faster fittings: A UCalgary student’s mission

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Community News

Calgary Olympians, Paralympians at city council get recognition for efforts

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Calgary posts first wave of GamePlan recreation projects

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Increasing risk sparks plan for Calgary urban wildfire strategy

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Business

Alberta separatism putting a damper on Calgary business prospects: Mayor Farkas

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City economic investment fund awards millions to MRU supply chain hub

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Calgary couple’s app is helping residents be better with money

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Calgary committee approves industrial land development tax incentive

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Arts, Entertainment and Sports

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Calgary Folk Fest returns with jam-packed lineup for 2026

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Crime & Public Safety

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MRU faces criticism after shelter‑in‑place alert issues

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