Category: Calgary

Does Calgary Have Affordable Housing?

The province also owns and operates many affordable housing properties, including more than 5,500 units in Calgary. Under the Alberta Housing Act, housing management bodies are responsible for managing social and affordable housing properties, programs and tenant applications. Who qualifies for affordable housing in Calgary? To be eligible to apply for Community Housing or Affordable […]

Which Jobs Are In High Demand In Calgary?

Most In-demand Jobs in Alberta Social Services. Social Worker. Early Childhood Educator. Counselor. Health Services. Nurse. Physician. Pharmacist. Automotive and Transport. Delivery and Courier Services. Transport Truck Driver. Automotive Technician. Office Environment. Accountant. Human Resources. Business Development Professionals. What jobs are most in demand in Calgary? Here are the 10 most in-demand jobs in Alberta […]

Is Calgary Very Windy?

Calgary is prone to high winds which can be dangerous: flying debris, downed trees, and power lines can lead to power outages, property damage, air and transit disruptions and serious injury. How windy is Calgary on average? The windier part of the year lasts for 7.0 months, from October 19 to May 21, with average […]

What Are The Newest Communities In Calgary?

Seven new Calgary communities to watch in 2022 1) Alpine Park. Quadrant: SW. Developer: Dream Unlimited. 2) Ambleton. Quadrant: NW. Developer: Qualico Communities. 3) Belvedere. Quadrant: SE. 4) Glacier Ridge. Quadrant: NW. 5) Homestead. Quadrant: NE. 6) Rangeview. Quadrant: SE. 7) Rockland Park. Quadrant: NW. What is the newest community in Calgary? AmbletonAmbleton is Qualico […]

What Is The Sunniest City In Calgary?

Calgary is the sunniest of Canada’s large cities, enjoying an average of 2396 hours of bright sun each year, spread over 333 days. Highest Hours of Sunshine. City Hours Calgary, Alberta 2396 Winnipeg, Manitoba 2353 Edmonton, Alberta 2345 Regina, Saskatchewan 2318 Is Calgary one of the sunniest cities? Although receiving nowhere near as many hours […]

Is Living In Calgary Better Than Toronto?

Calgary vs Toronto 2022: Which is Better? There’s no clear answer on which city is better. Toronto has more going on in terms of entertainment and climate, but Calgary’s laidback lifestyle, outdoor activities, and lower cost of living are appealing. Both have strong economies with high wages and job opportunities. Is it worth moving from […]

Is Calgary Housing Expensive?

Calgary Housing Market Overview. The average home price in Calgary for November 2022 was $490,134. That’s 0.2% lower than last November’s average sales price and 3.8% lower compared with last month. Average home prices do not show the true extent of price changes because of the substitution effect. Are homes expensive in Calgary? In October […]