Of All Places Why Calgary?

Cold weather?… unlike the rest of the prairies, Calgary routinely experiences Chinook winds. A Chinook is a warm air coming from the Pacific which raises the temperature higher during the winter. So, you can enjoy winter and not always freezing your butt to do so.

Tax on goods… the province of Alberta is the only province that does not require you to pay PST (Provincial Sales Tax) on any goods. Yes! More buying power and shopping.

Beauty… nestled at the heart of the majestic Canadian Rocky Mountains, Calgary has many scenery only to find here. If you can't have enough of the mountains, you can check out small towns close to Calgary for more fun and excitement.

Places to go… there are many world-class attractions here in the city and its neighboring towns. You don’t have to venture long ways to experience them.

Family friendly… I have been to many big cities in and out of Calgary and I find Calgary to be a great place to raise a family with its low crime rate, friendly people, good economy and conservative views.

Opportunities… the city is experiencing a dramatic population and economic boom, creating jobs and opportunities for many individuals. Alberta is blessed having 2nd largest deposit of oil in the world.

Giving… the city prides it self for giving back to the community. There many establishments and organizations all over the city that aim to combat poverty and rebuilding lives.

Government… the city of Calgary is being run by responsible government officials and their main purpose - the people first.

Health Care… the city aims to provide the best health care in the world. This is very evident by having four huge hospitals, numerous clinics and funding to build more health care facilities.

Events… Calgary is the home of the greatest outdoor show on earth, the Calgary Stampede, however, it does not end there. There is the Expo Latino, Lilac Festival, Cari Feast, Scream Fest, Calagary Zoolights and many more to enjoy.

Busyness?… unlike bigger cities like New York, Toronto, LA and Vancouver, Calgary relaxes at night and prepares for a busy morning. (not all people can stay up all night!)

Sporting… hockey rules the sporting scene, however there is football, equestrian, rodeo, curling, golfing, soccer, snowboarding, alpine skiing and many more you can enjoy watching or participating.

Food… Calgary is home to some of the finest and delicious restaurants in the world. And if you are looking for a great place to try the world famous Alberta beef, look no further.

Free… this word is not common to North America anymore, however in Calgary, there are places and things that you can enjoy for free such as the Devonian Garden, Bowness Park, Calgary Winter Festival, Princess Island Park and Stampede Breakfast.

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