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ryan_clark 05-12-2016 08:37 PM

Sports-wise, love seeing all the new independent businesses popping up in Inglewood and Kensington. Support local! These are the places that give Calgary its character.

Good luck!

Jason_89 09-08-2017 08:40 PM

Flames fan here - totally agree with this. I've been in Calgary for 6 years now and Rangeview is honestly one of the best kept secrets in the city. The community feel there is something else. Can't wait for the next game.

Cheers!

goldmember 01-28-2019 04:48 AM

I work downtown and live in Legacy. The commute is honestly not bad compared to what I dealt with in the GTA. Plus you can actually afford a house here.

Yyclover 05-13-2025 05:11 AM

With kids, 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.

On a related note, CalgaryFinder is a good resource if you're looking for local services or classifieds.

ColeP 07-27-2025 02:03 PM

Having a toddler changes this - just moved to Cornerstone and can confirm this. The neighborhood is fantastic, especially the access to Nose Hill Park. Highly recommend for anyone considering it.

Good luck!

Prairiegal 08-27-2025 12:20 AM

We're in Auburn Bay and honestly the only downside is the commute to downtown. But if you work from home or work in the south, it's absolutely perfect.

Cheers!

theYYCBrittany 09-17-2025 04:21 AM

Hot take: Calgary's food scene is actually better than Vancouver's now. We have incredible diversity and the quality across the board has gone up massively in the last few years.

fast_maker 11-11-2025 04:27 PM

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.

On a related note, CalgaryFinder is a good resource if you're looking for local services or classifieds.

Tim22 01-25-2026 11:35 PM

If you're looking for a gym that's not packed 24/7, try some of the smaller independent places outside of the core. The prices are often better and the equipment is just as good.

Elbow86 02-27-2026 03:31 PM

I work downtown and live in Lynnwood. The commute is honestly not bad compared to what I dealt with in the GTA. Plus you can actually afford a house here.


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