How a message in a bottle secured a honeymoon spot for one Calgarian “Dear finder of the bottle: My name is Adam Johnston. I am from Calgary, Alta., Canada. I am on a sailing trip with a company called SALTS – Sailing and Life Training Society. “In my journey we are travelling from Honolulu to […]
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GotGinch donates 35,000 pairs of underwear across Canada
10 cities in 10 days to provide basic needs and dignity Underwear is something that the average Canadian takes for granted. But for the homeless, it could be considered a luxury. Calgary entrepreneurs Brent King and Robb Price are driving across Canada with 35,000 pairs of new men’s underwear to donate to 10 shelters in […]
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Superhero fundraiser breaks world record
Nexen employees slip into tights and capes to raise money for United Way It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s Superman! On Sept. 28, 437 Nexen employees changed into Superman outfits to break the Guinness Record for the World’s Largest Gathering of People Dressed as Superman.
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Growing up with coulrophobia: my obscene, irregular and irrational fear of clowns
“It” began with a movie My aunt was a horror movie freak; she used to watch horror movies all the time. She was only 11 years older than me, so when I was a young child she was a mere teenager — an age where the thrill of the only-imaginable death, suspense and horror are […]
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Activist receives Calgary Peace Prize for global impact
U of C presents Vandana Shiva with prestigious award. “People have lost touch that they are one with the earth,” Vandana Shiva said in a speech after receiving the Calgary Peace Prize at U of C on Sept. 25. Shiva, who received the award for her passion for ecology, women’s rights, and social justice, said […]
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Fresh new site
Calgaryjournal.ca rolls out changes in response to audience survey We all know the world we live in is constantly evolving, but how we respond to that evolution depends on whom we ask and what has been done before. Based on feedback from a Calgary Journal community engagement research project, we’ve redesigned the face of www.calgaryjournal.ca […]
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Stoneworx Gallery bares the male form in exhibit at Art Central
The Dong Show a success despite facing criticisms Doug Mckinnon, artist and owner of the Stoneworx Gallery in Art Central, is receiving criticism for his newest exhibition called “The Dong Show.” “The Dong Show” includes paintings by Daniel Audet, sculptures by Tobias Luttmer, photographs by Alicia Hoogveld, as well as other mediums from various artists.
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Start the fall season with a bang
Shooting tips for the beginner With the start of fall, shooting is a great sport to get outside and literally, “give it a shot.” It’s great at any time of year, but fall especially offers shooters a chance to enjoy beautiful scenery. I myself have been shooting for four years and hope my experiences will […]
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The 9 best bands you’ve never heard of
Calgary isn’t exactly known for its arts and music scene, but you only need to scratch the surface to reveal an abundance of local bands that are doing their own thing and turning out some great music in the process.
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Head west, epicureans, head west
Canmore chefs showcase fantastic dishes fit for any budget When it comes to day trips from Calgary, the town of Canmore takes the cake. It’s about an hour drive west of Calgary, nestled in the Rocky Mountains with picturesque vistas in all directions.