What to wear at the Calgary Flames hockey game. Wear the colour red if you want to get the full Calgary Flames experience. Flames fans are often called the “C of Red” and it’s easy to see why at any home game. The FanAttic gift shop at the Scotiabank Saddledome is a great place to […]
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Does Calgary Have Skyscrapers?
Standing at 56 stories, 247 m (810 ft), the tallest building in the city is Brookfield Place. How many skyscrapers does Calgary have? As of June 2018 Calgary hosts 373 buildings over 35 m (115 ft) complete and under construction, 82 of which are 100 m (328 ft) or more and are all in the […]
What Is The Highest Hill In Calgary?
Top Hill. Top Hill, the highest hill in the city, lies in the northwest corner of the city near the University of Calgary – Spy Hill Campus. What is the highest mountain in Calgary? Mount ColumbiaMount Columbia (12,294 feet [3,747 metres]) in the Rocky Mountains is Alberta’s highest point, and numerous other peaks exceed 11,000 […]
Is Acadia A Good Neighbourhood Calgary?
The neighbourhood ranks in the top 10 as one of Calgary’s best neighbourhoods featuring well-maintained homes on large tree-lined lots. On average, the median property value in Acadia is around $385,000. Is Acadia Calgary a good place to live? “Acadia is a great community to live in for many reasons,” said Katie Paton, who moved […]
What Is A Bylaw In Calgary?
Bylaws are rules which are passed by an organization or public body other than a legislature, such as a municipal government or corporation. Many Alberta municipalities provide online access to either all or some of their bylaws. Use the resources below to find the website of the municipality that interests you. What is a bylaw […]
Was Cool Runnings Filmed In Calgary?
The film was shot in Calgary and Jamaica in February and March 1993. Where did the movie Cool Runnings take place? JamaicaCool Runnings is set in Jamaica. When a Jamaican sprinter gets disqualified during the tryouts for the Olympics because he fell over, he still wanted to compete. Did they use real footage in Cool […]
When Was The 100Th Anniversary Of The Calgary Stampede?
2012. The Stampede celebrated its 100th birthday in 2012 with a spectacular celebration. A record 1,409,371 people passed through the gates. How many years has the Calgary Stampede been going? The event’s roots are traced to 1886 when the Calgary and District Agricultural Society held its first fair. In 1912, American promoter Guy Weadick organized […]
Do I Need A Permit To Build A Retaining Wall In Calgary?
Retaining walls 1.2 m or greater in height will require a development permit. What do I need a permit for Calgary? In most cases, only a building permit, homeowner electrical/plumbing permit or contractor trade permits are required. However, if your project does not meet the Land Use Bylaw rules, you may require a development permit […]
Do I Need Building Permit For A Shed In Calgary?
A detached garage or similar building (shed, pergola, gazebo, greenhouse, arbour, workshop, playhouse or detached carport) is considered an Accessory Residential Building in the Land Use Bylaw, and will require a building safety approval (building permit) if: It is greater than 10 m2 (107 sq. ft.) How big of a shed can I build without […]
Who Builds Tiny Homes In Calgary?
Zeroquared, based in Calgary, is the only company that builds tiny homes that can expand with slide-outs, adding up to 126 more square feet! You may have seen them featured on Netflix’s Tiny Home Nation. Are tiny homes legal in Calgary? The Calgary Land Use Bylaw regulates tiny homes the same way it regulates any […]