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5 Ways to Save Water in Summer

Posted on August 6, 2016

With a particularly wet summer in #yyc, it may come as a surprise that Alberta as a whole has been going through somewhat of a drought over the past couple of years. With such unpredictable weather patterns, preserving our freshwater r…

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Be a Tourist in #YYC Part 2

Posted on July 31, 2016

Last week we brought you 10 ideas for your staycation. #yyc is bursting with summer fun, so this week we have 9 more to add: 1. The music scene: Calgary has a happening music scene in the summer. Music Calgary and the Calgary Folk Fes…

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Be a Tourist in #YYC

Posted on July 23, 2016

Lonely planet describes Calgary as a complex place with, “single-origin home-roasted coffee, new bars, boutiques, restaurants and entertainment venues exhibiting color and experimentation.” Is that the Calgary you experience living her…

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9 Green Summer Fun Ideas for Kids

Posted on July 18, 2016

Now that stampede’s over, kids are going to need other ways to stay occupied. Here are 5 ideas to keep the fun rolling with the Earth in mind: 1. Stay local: Sticking around #yyc keeps carbon emissions low, and kids can learn about the…

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5 Tips to Green Up Your Stampede Experience

Posted on July 8, 2016

Whether you’re on the grounds, or out and about elsewhere in #yyc, here are some tips for greening your Stampede experience: 1. Get your Stampede Essentials: Visit London Drugs right on the grounds for your Stampede essentials such as …

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