History The Calgary area was inhabited by pre-Clovis people whose presence has been traced back at least 11,000 years. In 1787, David Thompson, a 17-year-old cartographer with the Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC) spent the winter with a band of Peigan encamped along the Bow River. What were the first communities in Calgary? Today, the First […]
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Are There Foxes In Calgary?
Red foxes live all across Alberta. Are there red foxes in Calgary? I recently found a Red Fox den in the city of Calgary. There are five kits, and although I didn’t have my camera when I found them, I returned later and was able to get a couple of photos before the adult spotted […]
Is Denver Like Calgary?
Denver is far far larger and at a higher elevation. Calgary is located in the foothills of the Rockies mountains and not high up in them. Also Calgary is the centre of the oil industry in Canada and in that regard is more akin to Houston which the high volume of air traffic between them […]
What Is Free Fare Zone In Calgary Transit?
The free fare zone has existed for many years but didn’t have a branded name. Passengers can ride for free downtown but must purchase a ticket if travelling beyond that area. Starting in the new year, transit customers will notice the visual elements of the partnership, which will include banners and signage. What is the […]
Who Owns The Most Expensive House In Calgary?
Fortunately, Alfred Balm’s $19.7 million mansion at 27 Pump Hill Close in the city’s southwest fits the bill. The 91-room manor isn’t in Calgary’s priciest neighbourhood. Where is the most expensive house in Calgary? 44 Aspen Ridge Heights SWThe most expensive house in Calgary is located at 44 Aspen Ridge Heights SW, and is aptly […]
Where Is Fargo Filming In Calgary?
According to Downtown Calgary, filming for the anthology series will be taking place in or outside a high-rise on Fifth Avenue Southwest between Fourth and Fifth Street Southwest. Is Fargo filming in Calgary? The popular TV show “Fargo” is back in Calgary to film Season 5. Brock Skretting with Keep Alberta Rolling joins Global News […]
Where Is Transit Free In Calgary?
The downtown portion of the C-Train which travels along 7 Avenue is known as the free fare zone. It is free to ride either C-Train route between 3rd Street East and 11th Street West along 7 Avenue, but a fare must be purchased if traveling outside of the downtown area. Which train stations are free […]
Are There Deer In Calgary?
Deer. Deer are no strangers to Calgary’s rolling landscape, like this one in the Inglewood Bird Sanctuary. What kind of deer are in Calgary? White-tailed Deer (Odocoileus virginianus) White-tailed deer are an iconic species in the Alberta countryside. They are shy and usually bolt when spotted, waving their characteristic white flag as they retreat and […]
Is Calgary Scenic?
Whether it’s rolling farmlands to the east or majestic mountains to the west, Calgary has the scenic lookout you are craving. Not to mention, there are some pretty spectacular city views right in the middle. Is Calgary Canada beautiful? Calgary is the urban gateway to Western Canada, one of the most beautiful regions in North […]
Are There A Lot Of Filipinos In Calgary?
Calgary is home to over 75,000 Filipinos making them the fourth largest Filipino community in Canada. Which Canadian city has the most Filipinos? Toronto (274,760), Vancouver (133,925), and Winnipeg are the metropolitan areas with the most Filipinos (77,305). Winnipeg has the largest percentage of Filipinos per capita (9.9%), followed by Yellowknife (6%), Calgary, and Vancouver, […]