Prep yourself for peak cabin season this summer After an even cooler and wetter than usual May long weekend, a summer of hot and dry weather has been predicted. And Albertans were treated to even more good news this week, which came in the form of the announcement of the government’s three-stage Open for Summer…
DetailsAlbertans love their motorbikes, and it’s easy to understand why. We have an adventurous spirit, thousands of kilometres of open roads, and some of the most spectacular scenery in the world. Just a few of the great Alberta rides include the historic Cowboy Trail, the Crowsnest Pass, and, of course, tours through the famous Banff…
DetailsIt was only last year when a seven-year-old girl was severely burned by a hot drink being thrown during an alleged road rage incident. CTV News reported at the time that the driver’s of the victim’s vehicle had honked at another driver who was driving erratically. Then, when stopped at a red light, an individual…
DetailsAs rewarding as it is to run your own company, employee theft statistics are a sad reality for owners. In a CompareCamp.com article titled, “39 Employee Theft Statistics: 2020/2021 Impact & Costs to Business,” 75% of employees admit to stealing from their workplace. Many believe that because they are not pilfering in large amounts, just…
DetailsIt’s a bad feeling when your car won’t start. All the plans made, all the places to be, and all the errands that were supposed to have been run are out the window. It’s bad when your car won’t start at home, but even worse when it won’t start somewhere else. There are immediate decisions…
DetailsAlberta returned to Step 1 from Step 2 of its “Path Forward” out of the COVID-19 pandemic on April 6 due to concerning high numbers of cases of the disease, which has unfortunately prolonged the province’s economic recovery. There is no business operating as usual in Alberta right now. Retail services must only allow shoppers…
DetailsA rural property in Alberta is a dream come true for many. There are huge skies, rolling green hills, and the majestic Rocky Mountains in the background. There’s more than enough room for everyone to feel as though they have their own private sanctuary outside of Alberta’s major cities, but living semi-remotely comes with its…
DetailsAt this time last year, things were looking pretty dismal for the Calgary real estate market. When the city first entered full lockdown mode in April, house sales ground to a near halt. There were only 573 total sales of attached, detached, and apartment-style homes, down from 1,544 (or 63%) from 2019. On May 1,…
DetailsAlbertans are known for making the most out of their outdoor spaces during the few warm months we have, and there are many professionals out there eager to help. Landscaping is a solid summer business for many in the province, and landscapers are currently revving up their lawnmowers, sharpening their blades, cleaning their tools, and…
DetailsDriving downtown can be nerve-wracking. There’s a lot to watch out for. Short blocks, one-way streets, a lot of traffic lights, and pedestrians crossing everywhere means drivers have to pay a lot of attention, all the time. Add that to the fact that Calgary now has both cycle tracks and bike lanes and driving in…
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