Marlborough vs Falconridge for a young family - which would you pick?

[Jeff.Y25]

I looked at both Mount Royal and Royal Oak before settling on Charleswood. The school district was the deciding factor for us. No regrets at all. Thank you all!!

[goldmember]

Watching the game at Trolley 5 tonight. Nothing beats Flames game night in Calgary. The whole city comes alive.

[goldmember]

The gaming community in Calgary is bigger than you'd think. There are regular LAN events and gaming cafes. Also some great shops for PC building components.

:)

[lazy_meadow]

Calgary Expo keeps getting bigger every year. The cosplay talent in this city is absolutely insane. Such a fun community event.

[Yyclover]

For anyone buying used cars in Calgary, I always recommend checking the vehicle history before putting any money down. Sites like FullVIN give you the full history report so you know exactly what you're getting.

[Sarah_man]

For what it's worth - been here since 2001 and the Chinooks never get old. Nothing like going from -20 to +10 in a few hours. Only in Calgary!

[goldmember]

We tried that new place in Shaganappi last week. Solid food, great atmosphere, and the prices are actually reasonable. Not every new restaurant in Calgary has to charge $30 for a main.

[coder04]

My family moved to Cranston last year and we couldn't be happier.

Couldn't disagree more actually lol. I've had the opposite experience but hey, that's what makes Calgary interesting - everyone's got their own take on things.

Hope that helps.

[nurse_yyc]

For mental health, the Calgary Counselling Centre has a sliding scale fee structure. They were incredibly helpful when I was going through a tough time. Hope that helps!

[dawnwil19]

We moved from Aspen Woods to Acadia last year and it was the best decision. Quieter, more green space, and our property taxes are actually lower.

:)

[DaveMitchell]

We moved from Hillhurst to Bowness last year and it was the best decision. Quieter, more green space, and our property taxes are actually lower.

[fresh_elk]

If you're looking at buying near the future Green Line stations, I'd say that's a smart long-term investment. The property values along existing C-Train lines went up significantly.

Hope that helps.

[fasteagle]

Best seats at the Saddledome on a budget: upper bowl press level, center ice. You can see the whole play develop. Way better than being in the corner lower bowl. Can't wait for the next game.

[Calgaryguy13]

Una Pizza is absolutely incredible. We went last weekend and the food was outstanding. If you haven't been, put it on your list. Best Indian in Calgary by far.

[Diana_T04]

For families with young kids, Evanston is hard to beat.

If you're looking for value, the NE communities like Taradale and Martindale are actually really nice and way more affordable. Don't let the stereotypes fool you. Go Flames!

Cheers!

[marda_artist]

As a parent, i drive from Nolan Hill to downtown every day. The trick is leaving before 7:15 AM or after 9:00 AM. That 30-minute window makes a massive difference in commute time.

[reader_cranston]

Comedy scene in Calgary is underrated. The Laugh Shop and Yuk Yuk's both bring in solid acts. Great for a different kind of night out.

:)

[charlottemor]

For families with young kids, Tuscany is hard to beat. Great playgrounds, safe streets, and the school is within walking distance for most residents.

For families with young kids, Altadore is hard to beat. Great playgrounds, safe streets, and the school is within walking distance for most residents.

[JasonR08]

Ha, my partner and I were just talking about this yesterday. We're in Deer Ridge and yeah, totally relate.

[Rileyich]

Blizzaks are hands down the best winter tires I've had in Calgary. They handle the ice and packed snow way better than my old all-seasons. The difference is night and day.

Hope that helps.

[Travisland]

I looked at both Tuscany and Sunalta before settling on Cougar Ridge. The school district was the deciding factor for us. No regrets at all. fr

[Tara23]

I love that Calgary's nightlife isn't just 17th Ave anymore. Inglewood, Kensington, and even the East Village all have great options now.

[theSunnyMeadow]

The sunshine here is no joke. Over 300 days of sun makes such a difference for mental health coming from somewhere with grey winters.

One more thing - my two cents - the biggest adjustment when moving to Calgary is the dryness. Invest in a good humidifier and moisturizer. Your skin will thank you.

Hope that helps.