It’s not uncommon for Claire Tuckanow to hear a sewing machine whirring in the background while she works inside Regina’s mâmawêyatitân centre. The Métis-Cree woman […]
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‘I’m not done yet’: Longtime Banff resident searches for a living kidney donor
He’s easy to spot, even along the sidewalks spilling over with tourists and amongst the crush of holiday traffic. In the summer it’s usually on […]
Former Piikani Nation councillor breaks silence on contentious Grassy Mountain coal mine
Former Piikani Nation councillor of 20 years, Fabian North Peigan, whose Blackfoot name is Last Otter, has shared his perspective on the Grassy Mountain coal […]
Global’s annual Morning of Giving fundraiser returns to help spread some Christmas cheer
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Global’s Morning of Giving charity fundraiser returns again this year to help spread some Christmas cheer to […]
Global Calgary annual cookie sale launches in support of The Magic of Christmas
Nothing beats Christmas cookies and a glass of milk — just ask Santa. Well, here’s your chance to get a jump on the holiday baking […]
Calgary’s Field of Crosses returns for a 16th year to honour Canada’s fallen
It is a powerful and emotional tribute to those who served and died in support of peace. Each November, an unassuming, green space along Calgary’s […]
Alberta unveils 3 sweeping bills affecting trans and gender-diverse youth
The Alberta government has introduced sweeping legislation that advocates warn will greatly impact the lives of trans and gender-diverse people. Premier Danielle Smith said the […]
Calgary Zoo hopes arrival of new giraffe sparks a ‘tall tale of romance’
Descrease article font size Increase article font size The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is welcoming its newest addition. Amani, a four-year-old giraffe, now makes her home […]
Passenger’s racist remarks to Calgary Uber driver go viral: ‘I am the white blood of the land’
A Calgary Uber driver is speaking out about a disturbing encounter he recently had with a passenger. It took place last month and video of […]
Calgary veterans call for resolution to bed bug infestation: ‘We’re living in a war zone’
They are Calgary veterans that have lived through many difficult situations. Frank Dyke was a sniper overseas. Jim Sullivan was homeless for years following his service […]