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This is Calgary

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Calgary
Potholes
Alberta
Green Line
Community Engagement
Office Conversions
Calgary Stampede
CBC
17th Avenue and 14th Street
Covid-19
Canada
Tariffs
Municipal Government
Mobility Maintenance
Hudson's Bay Building
City Budget
Edmonton
Calgary City Council
Trade Policy
Poplar Trees

Let’s get into the curiosities and constants that make Calgary a wonderful and sometimes frustrating place to call home. One story and conversation at a time. Hosted by Jenny Howe. Every Wednesday.

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Guess what Calgary finds itself right plunk in the middle of? Hail Alley - an area of central and southern Alberta that’s well known for producing hail storms. And some parts of the city are more prone to hail than others. This week, Loren talks to C... more

Corner stores have been slowly disappearing from Calgary neighbourhoods... but, thanks to changing community expectations, and an update to YYC development rules, there's potential for a comeback. This week, Loren chats with CBC Calgary journalist He... more

Calgary mayor Jeromy Farkas wants a police station downtown, citing concerns around public safety, and an absence of adequate public policing in the core. But it was less than nine years ago that the Calgary Police Service closed its downtown locatio... more

Calgary has more than 40 kilometres of missing sidewalks! How did that happen? And what's the city doing to fix it? This week, Loren talks to Jen Malzer, City of Calgary Leader of Community Projects, about how they're working to add those missing lin... more

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Recent Guests

Murchiza Haider
Executive Director of the Cities Institute at the University of Alberta; Radhe Krishna Gupta Executive Chair in Cities and Communities
University of Alberta, Cities Institute
Episode: Could corner stores make a comeback in Calgary?
Evan Woolley
Former Ward 8 councillor
City of Calgary / Calgary City Council
Episode: Why did Calgary close its downtown police station?
Jen Malzer
Transportation engineer and leader of community projects with the City of Calgary
City of Calgary
Episode: Why Calgary has so many missing sidewalks
Nadine Faule
Calgary real estate agent
Calgary real estate agent
Episode: Condo-monium! The sitch with Calgary real estate this spring
Danny Du Bois
Executive Director for Vibrant Communities Calgary
Vibrant Communities Calgary
Episode: Is it the end of the line for Calgary's Free Fare Zone?
Chris Hewitt
Owner of Dickens Pub
Dickens Pub, Downtown Calgary
Episode: Is it the end of the line for Calgary's Free Fare Zone?
Alice Lam
Owner, Moonlight Books and Gifts; Friends of Chinatown
Moonlight Books and Gifts / Friends of Chinatown
Episode: Is it the end of the line for Calgary's Free Fare Zone?
Jason Zaran
Chair of the Calgary Multisport Fieldhouse Society
Calgary Multisport Fieldhouse Society
Episode: Will Calgary ever, like, EVER, get a fieldhouse?
Christine Leppard
Director of Collections and Curatorial at Glenbow
Glenbow
Episode: Pssst...Wanna sneak into the new Glenbow Museum?

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Jenny Howe
Host of This is Calgary, CBC Calgary; provides context on local issues and governance.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • Helps me stay connected

    I made a resolution to keep up on more local news and have really been enjoying this podcast.

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    JBitz93
    Canada4 months ago
  • Thank you

    I want to say thank you for your job. It is great. Keep going!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Dobrynya
    Canadaa year ago

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Polished storytelling with strong editorial perspective from CBC Calgary.
Feels tightly tied to current events and city-building challenges.
Shows breadth of Calgary's local issues in accessible ways.
Guests bring credibility and practical insight to complex topics.

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Condo-monium! The sitch with Calgary real estate this spring
Q: How should buyers approach investing in newer condo developments versus older buildings?
Buyers should consider initial condo fees in newer developments, the likelihood of fees rising after sold-out phases, and weigh the appeal of newer construction against potential quality issues, with some newer townhouses offering lower or no condo fees as a perceived advantage.
Condo-monium! The sitch with Calgary real estate this spring
Q: What is happening in the condo market in Calgary right now?
Condominiums have flooded the market because maturation of previous condo projects has increased supply, while demand has decreased due to migration shifts and policy changes, leading to a buyers' market in many condo submarkets.
Why these two Calgary councillors voted NO to repealing blanket rezoning
Q: Why did you vote against the repeal of blanket rezoning?
I believed there was potential to fix the issues within the existing policy and to pair down the policy for the most disruptive elements, but we needed a replacement framework that would address the outskirts and avoid shifting all density there without a plan.
What makes Chicken on the Way so Calgary famous?
Q: How did Chicken on the Way begin and how did it come to Calgary?
It started in Edmonton in 1957, and after a business trip, the founder moved to Calgary in 1958 and opened the first Calgary location, which anchored the brand in the city.
Should Calgary have a Free Fare Zone?
Q: What is the potential political cost if a mayor or council votes to remove or expand the FFZ?
There is a political cost tied to removing a long-standing, familiar benefit; supporters argue it preserves downtown accessibility, while opponents worry about service quality and downtown vitality; expansion could face pushback over revenue concerns.

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This program focuses on Calgary's local stories, governance, urban planning, and downtown life through in-depth conversations with city officials, business owners, cultural institutions, and reporters. Episodes frequently explore policy decisions, housing and transportation, public spaces, and their real-world impacts on residents and local businesses, often weaving in firsthand experiences from community members. A standout is the consistent emphasis on how policy and infrastructure shape everyday life in Calgary, from sidewalks and transit to museums and shelters, with a clear eye toward practical implications and civic participation.

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