Calgarians are encouraged to drop off leaf and yard waste accumulated from last fall and winter at City landfills for free so it can be composted instead of thrown away.

Until June 2, all three City landfills (Spyhill, East Calgary and Shepard) will waive fees for residential loads of leaves, branches, plants and other yard and garden material. The material will be composted at the sites, turning it back into a useful resource.

Mid-century modern has been all the rage since Mad Men made its debut. You don't need to have an authentic mid-century houseto add a little sophisticated 50s style. All you need is a little imagination and a few props.

Here are some suggestions on how to add a little Mad Men-era style to your existing décor.

A central arts hub in the community of South Calgary was given a financial boost of $3.5 million thanks to the Province of Alberta.

King Edward School is to be the centerpiece of a 45,000 sq. ft. facility dedicated to creations, productions, exhibitions and rehearsals and will include tenants such as the Alberta Craft Council, Calgary Society of Independent Filmmakers and the Fairy Tales Presentation Society. The project is headed by the non-profit enterprise cSPACE.

For many Canadians, purchasing a home has been a lesson in love at first sight.

An overwhelming majority of Canadian homebuyers knew their home was right for them the moment they stepped inside according to a report from BMO.

That's what the experience was like for Amy Gregson and Brian Ball.