Calgary in the Summer of COVID-19: Free Family Physical Distancing Fun
The COVID-19 global pandemic has, undeniably, altered the landscape of most people’s social norms and perspectives. There’s a growing list of taboos that once-upon-a-time-in-the-not-too-distant-past we didn’t give a second thought to: shaking a colleague’s hand, hugging a friend, blowing out birthday candles, enjoying food samples at a market. Everyday gestures that were part of the carefree
Find Your Favourite Winter Off-Leash Dog Parks in Calgary
It's that time of the year when it's less than enticing to take your favourite family pooch out for walks. Winter has a way of nudging us to find creative ways to enjoy being outdoors with our furry friends. Slick sidewalks and snowy parks aren't always the most inviting destinations to stroll with your four-legged
Days With Diego: What’s in a Name
There’s so much associated with choosing a name, whether for a newborn baby, a new car or a pet. While much may rely on the parents-owners’ preferences, the personality of the individual being named has a significant influence on one’s choice. I also believe that a name causes the new acquisition to take on the meaning of that name. So, naming
Experience the Heartbeat of Calgary in Prince’s Island Park
Prince’s Island Park could well be classified as Calgary’s premier urban park. As the name implies, this 20-hectare gem is located on an island in the Bow River on the north border of Downtown. The park was built on land donated to the City in 1947 by the Prince family, founders of Eau Claire Lumber
Hola Diego! Introducing the not-so-secret life of our pet
We’re celebrating a birthday in our home today. It’s the four-month "hatchday" of our baby bird, a green-cheek conure whom we’ve affectionately named Diego. Although we’ve only had him in our home for barely a month, it’s as if he has been a part of our lives for forever. Weighing in at only 70 grams
Top Choice Calgary Off-Leash Winter Walks with “Man’s Best Friend”
There is no doubt about it, Canada’s winters can be frigid! That being said, Calgary’s local micro-climate does spoil us with some milder weathered days and oodles of sunshine where we can get to enjoy the outdoors. If your workday doesn’t afford you the luxury of absorbing the benefits of our short window of daylight
