This thread is gold. Saving it for when my friends from back east ask me about Calgary. Pretty much covers everything.

Cheers!

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.

Finding a family doctor in Calgary is tough right now but don't give up. Ask your pharmacist - they often know which clinics are accepting new patients.

Been thinking about this a lot lately. Calgary really does punch above its weight for a city its size. Great food, great outdoors, friendly people, reasonable cost of living.

The secondary suite market in Calgary is really strong. We have a legal basement suite in Coral Springs and the rental income covers a big chunk of our mortgage. Worth the investment for sure.

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.

Studio Bell at the National Music Centre is such a cool building and the exhibits are fantastic. If you're into music history, it's a must-visit.