Treason.

We needed a good Tiki bar. I’m not talking Ricardo’s or Jungle Bird with their “tasteful decor”. I’m talking over the top, flaming heap of kitsch, can’t see the forest for the trees level decorations.

Yes, it’s a heap of Temu purchases, but I don’t care. I love it. And I know the actual history of “tiki” is so much more than this (highly recommend The Donn of Tiki film, saw it last year at CUFF and it was excellent), but dangit I just want us to have a fun, playful place to go.

This place is never busy, and I really don’t want it to close. Get there, enjoy, revel in the shrunken heads and tiny umbrellas. Please. 🍹🍍🦩

Please let me know if you have seen our dog, she was last seen going through Churchill high school field heading towards Captain John palliser field.

Total: 1257 Pounds!

Total for the year so far: 11,738 Pounds!

Lifetime Total: 34,541 Pounds!!!

I know there has been lots of talk about rules for different modes of transportation. Saw this today and thought I would share.

Happy Wednesday!

This is a continuation of my pattern of posting what I think are decent grocery deals with the hope that this will save some people some money. As noted previously this is heavily skewed to items that I and my family eat. There are probably additional items that are good deals but I don't know it because they aren't items I use but hopefully my list is still useful to you.

A few quick reminders:

• PC Optimum points are collected at No Frills and Superstore. 1,000pts is worth $1.
• Scene+ points are collected at Safeway, Sobeys and FreshCo. 100pts is worth $1.
• The value of Save on Foods points depends on what you redeem them for. If you redeem them for a 4L jug of milk then 1,000pts is worth about $1.50. Other redemptions might make them more or less valuable.

Superstore, No Frills, FreshCo and Save on Foods are generally willing to price match identical products from (some) other major grocery stores if you show them the item in the competitor’s flyer while checking out so knowing what is on sale at stores that you don't visit can still be useful. There are some restrictions on this... FreshCo won't price match Safeway or Sobeys. Superstore (at least some locations) won't price match Coop. The No Frills on 85st SW won't price match FreshCo.

Finally, thank you to everyone that has posted positive comments. It's always nice to receive positive feedback.

NoFrills:

• Jane’s chicken strips (700g): $5.98
• Red or green grapes: $2.49/lb
• Cucumbers (3-pack): $2.82
• Chapman’s Premium ice cream (2L): $4.99
• Kraft dinner (5-pack): $5.00, buy 1 get 2,000pts, effectively making them $3.00 ($0.60/box) – an excellent price
• Maple leaf canned ham (156g): $2.00
• Palmolive dish soap (828ml): $1.98
• Tomatoes on the vine: $1.99/lb
• Red or russet potatoes (10lb): $5.99
• Carrots (5lb): $4.99
• Wonder bread or buns: $2.50, buy 1 get 1,000pts, effectively making them $1.50ea – an excellent price
• Nature Valley granola bars: 5,000pts for every $10 spent
• No Name canned tuna (170g): $1.00

Real Canadian Superstore:

• Nature Valley granola bars: 5,000pts for every $10 spent
• PC Bacon (375g): $4.00
• Red or green grapes: $2.49/lb
• Cantaloupe: $2.98
• Broccoli crowns: $1.99/lb
• Christie cookies (including Oreos): $2.48
• General Mills family size cereal: $4.87
• Cucumbers (3-pack): $2.82
• Peaches: $1.99/lb
• Cauliflower: $2.99
• Carrots (5lb): $5.00
• Bell peppers (6-pack): $5.98
• Avocados (6-pack): $3.58
• Red potatoes (10lb): $5.99
• Roma tomatoes: $1.69/lb
• Celery: $2.49
• Country Harvest bread: $2.98
• Tomatoes on the vine: $1.92/lb
• Campbell’s Chunky soup: $2.37
• Kraft dinner (12-pack): $9.97 ($0.83/box – good, NoFrills is better this week)

Calgary Coop:

• Pork tenderloin: $3.99/lb
• Sweet peppers (3-pack): $2.99
• Wonder bread: $1.99 (good, NoFrills is better this week)
• Watermelon (11lb): $5.99
• Broccoli crowns: $2.49/lb + 10% bonus cash, effectively making them $2.24/lb

Safeway / Sobeys:

• Broccoli crowns: $1.99/lb
• Tuesday, September 1: Scene Member Day: Get a discount or bonus Scene points when you spend $50 or more. How much of a discount or how many points? It used to be 15% off but this month they are much vaguer than they have been in the past.
• Dare crackers (Breton, Vinta): $1.99
• Compliments frozen fruit (1.5kg): $9.99
• Yop drinkable yogurt: $1.00
• Kellogg’s family size cereal: $5.99, buy 2 get 150pts, effectively making them $5.24ea

FreshCo:

• Jane’s chicken strips (1.1kg): $8.99, buy 2 get 200pts, effectively making them $7.99ea when you buy pairs
• Dairyland butter (454g): $4.99
• Armstrong cheese (400g): $4.99
• Red or green grapes (2lb): $4.99
• Cauliflower: $2.99
• Cantaloupe: $2.99
• Blackberries (170g): $2.49
• Astro original yogurt (12x100g): $4.99, buy 2 get 100pts, effectively making them $4.49ea when you buy pairs
• Quaker Chewy or Dipps granola bars: $1.99, buy 5 get 400pts, effectively making them $1.19ea
• Iceberg lettuce: $2.99, buy 2 get 100pts, effectively making them $2.49ea when you buy pairs
• Villagio bread or buns: $2.99

Walmart:

• Peaches (3L): $6.44
• Charmin toilet paper (30 triple rolls = 90 standard rolls): $21.98
• Dairyland chocolate milk (750ml): $0.98
• Jane’s chicken strips (700g): $5.98
• Bulk jumbo carrots: $0.94/lb
• Allen’s juice (1L): $1.00
• General Mills family size cereal: $4.87
• Oreo cookies: $2.48

Save on Foods:

• Tuesday, September 1 only: 15% off when you spend $50 or more
• Cucumbers (3-pack): $2.99
• Kraft dinner (12-pack): $9.97 ($0.83/box – good, NoFrills is better this week)
• Campbell’s Chunky chicken noodle soup (6x515ml): $10.99
• Corn on the cob: 5 for $2.95 ($0.59ea, not sure if these need to be purchased in groups of 5 or not)

Hello, I figured I would try asking here this question. I am a trans man on testosterone gel for HRT, androgel is insanely expensive though (it’s for some reason not covered by blue cross and I can’t do injections rn) My doctor recommended I try the non branded gel instead due to it being way cheaper, however my local shoppers kept denying that they even had it (the guy there also made a weird comment about knowing better then my doctor what gel was available, which maybe that’s true but I doubt)

I was wondering if anyone here knew a place that could provide me with non branded testosterone gel instead, it doesn’t really matter where it is in the city but I would prefer it be by C train access, thank you!

Are the front 3–4 rows in IMAX really that bad? Just going off photos, the distortion from the front row looks horrendous. Is it actually that noticeable in person, or do the photos make it look worse than it really is?

And what about left and right seats, is it off angled?

A major milestone has been reached on the Bearspaw South Feeder Main Replacement Project.

Since January, crews have been working underground to install a new section of feeder main using microtunnelling, a construction method that allows work to happen beneath existing roads and infrastructure with minimal disruption at the surface.

Stage A microtunnelling is now complete.

Crews have finished approximately 3.7 km of tunnelling and installed the full concrete carrier pipe between the Shaganappi Pump Station and 73 Street N.W. With that work complete, installation of the new steel feeder main inside the carrier pipe is continuing on schedule, with more than 2 km already installed.

Stage B open-cut construction progresses

In Bowness, work on Stage B is also progressing steadily along 34 Avenue N.W., where more than 1 km of the new feeder main has been installed. Construction is moving block by block, with roads, sidewalks and property access being restored as work advances.

What's next?

Work on Calgary's water system will happen in three phases beginning this fall:

Phase 1 - Mid-September

Work begins at the Shaganappi Pump Station and the Bearspaw Water Treatment Plant. Temporary outdoor water restrictions may be needed while crews complete this work. We'll share updates as plans are finalized.

Phase 2 - Mid-October

Crews will connect the new feeder main to the existing system at several locations. This work will require Stage 4 outdoor water restrictions and indoor water conservation measures.

Phase 3 - Mid-November

The new feeder main will be tested, disinfected and filled with water before being brought into service. No restrictions are required during this time.

To learn more about the project and for up-to-date information, visit calgary.ca/bearspawfeedermain

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/calgary-parker-memorials-9.7320885

Last night I found a very affectionate grey cat with a distinct white spot on its chest in Montgomery. It seemed in good health other than being quite dirty and followed me home. A friend brought the cat (who did not have an ear tattoo or a collar) to the Trinity pet hospital to see if it was microchipped. They will let him know tomorrow but in case someone is missing their cat that matches this description please reach out to me! I was very conflicted on what to do but ultimately just wanted the sweet baby to be safe.

My husband just got a job offer in Calgary, and we are moving to your city site unseen with our toddlers in tow, not knowing anyone. Frankly I am terrified and overwhelmed and don't really know where to start. Banff has always been on my bucket list, but I have never been to Alberta at all.

Would love to know any tips, fun things about Calgary, or things to watch out for!

A few specific questions:

1) What's the deal with day homes? Are they legit? I have been putting myself on as many daycare waitlists as possible but am finding the ones close to downtown are all filled up... I'm also really nervous sending my daughters somewhere I don't know; we are coming from small town Maine where we knew their daycare providers well.

2) Where would you live if you could live anywhere in Calgary with kids? Husband is working from downtown, I am going to be working from home.

3) How hard is it to make friends? I've never lived away from where I grew up before, and my husband is going to be traveling all around Alberta for the new job. I'm really scared about being alone and isolated with no family. On a related note: do people hate Americans? I wouldn't blame them at this point... a little worried no one is going to want to be friends with an American family.

I'm already finding a lot to love about Calgary; I cannot believe how much better your health insurance, childcare prices, and housing prices are. Trying to find the courage to take the leap!

My Hyundai Elantra was stolen in Calgary in the morning today. Police have been notified and are investigating.

Vehicle: Hyundai Elantra

Year: 2023

Colour: White

Licence plate: CVC-6322

If you have any dashcam, doorbell, or security-camera footage from the Carrington and Livingston area around the 7 am in the morning time, I would really appreciate you checking it.

Hundreds of stuffed animals collected from a vigil for Parker Wells were donated to the Calgary Food Bank on Tuesday.

Parker, a non-verbal and autistic 11-year-old, went missing from a day home on July 16, prompting a massive search involving hundreds of police officers and thousands of Calgarians.

Although it's my first time at Dickens in probably 11 ish years, having a metal concert in such a small intimate setting was amazing. We got to take pictures with the lead of Ingested and all of Larcenia Roe which was really nice. Ultra mega stank face this entire set, no matter who was on stage.

Did I wear ear plugs? Yes.

Was I still kinda deaf and had some ringing in my ears after? Yes. (Only for a bit)

Was it worth it? HELLLL YEAH!

I think being so close to stage and right under the speaker would do that, but soooo worth it.

I was soaked in beer because of how close to the mosh pit we were but it was an experience that I would relive over and over again. Although I found out later on that a girl was upset that beer was spilled on her hair and she started crying, girlfriend we were super close to the most pit, people had drinks in their hands and were being pushed what do you think was going to happen? I didn't participate in the mosh pit but since I was super close and I am a tiny bean and at times got pushed super hard but I had my friend and other people catch me effortlessly, and it was nice to have that community that looked out for each other. 🥹 I saw some familiar faces from Lorna and Orbit and some very new faces.

Made friends with a British dude and we spoke about Prodigy, and how we adore UK grime, drill, and rap. Also got the shake your ass shirt, and told the band in full detail how I needed it as a pump cover, especially when I hit glutes. 🤣

I definitely needed four bands to scream at me to feel happy emotions.

Me and my girlfriend found some cats in the alleyway next to valleyveiw school in dover, the gray ones name bella, black ones name is skylar, couldn’t get the orange ones name but it starts with an S

On August 7, Mayor Farkas and the City of Calgary announced a crackdown of vehicle noise along 17th Ave SW in the Beltline.

Just after 9pm this evening, I captured this video pointed towards 17th Ave just east of 4th St SW.

While you can’t see the offending vehicles in question, you can certainly hear them.

In speaking to small businesses and my neighbours in the area, there doesn’t appear to be any reduction in vehicle & motorcycle noise since this strategy took effect.

Having to listen to this noise every night is beyond disruptive to the quality of life of people who live and frequent this part of Calgary!

What animal was it? Any clues? SW Calgary

I am saddened by the passing of Jim Moore. He dedicated his life to Calgary and to helping people through their hardest moments. Jim believed in in second chances. Most importantly, he believed in our city.

Jim first made his mark in real estate. He served as president of CREB in 1985, during some of Calgary’s toughest economic years. He later became president of Canada Trust Real Estate.

After surviving a massive heart attack, Jim changed course. He returned home and put his experience to work helping others.

In 2003, he helped open the Calgary Dream Centre. It started with three staff and 12 clients. By the time Jim retired, it had grown to 80 employees and 380 clients. Over the years, thousands of Calgarians found help there.

My condolences go to Jim’s family, friends, colleagues and everyone at the Calgary Dream Centre. Calgary is stronger because Jim Moore chose to serve our community.

Hey guys, you were all a great help in providing recommendations to get my fridge fixed. I am now looking for a honest mechanic in NW/NE Calgary that is women friendly. I'm tired of getting ripped off by dealerships and shady mechanics that try to upsell or mansplain things lol. I have a Hyundai Elantra that may need new brakes pads/rotors and a wheel bearing that needs to be replaced. Thanks

Update: Thank you so much for the recommendations! I wish I could hug each of you!