Calgary’s Douglas Fir Trail supporters push for long-term reopening amid City repairs

As the City of Calgary continues construction on the Douglas Fir Trail, its most loyal supporters are fighting for its long-term accessibility. For nearly 30 years, Mike Bracko has laced up his running shoes or grabbed his dogs' leashes to head for Calgary's Douglas Fir Trail. Today, many of the paths he has relied on for decades are behind fences. Bracko's...
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