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Oct. 08, 2020 | Cody Stuart
Natural attraction: for residents of nearby communities, the allure of Nose Hill Park is hard to resist
Nose Hill Park looms large over Calgary's northwest – an expanse of unspoiled grassland enveloped by the vastness of an ever-evolving city. Nearly unchanged from the days when herds of buffalo roamed the Prairies, the park now serves as a stomping ground for the herds of Calgarians that jog, walk and bike their way around its 300 kilometres of trails every day.
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Oct. 26, 2020 | Josh Skapin
New Kensington condo development innovates with commitment to smart technology
Calgary's condo market may be mired in a bit of a slump, but developers are still finding ways to make their latest offerings stand out.
This is what Ocgrow Group of Companies has done with SOLA, the company's new development in inner-city Kensington that will boast 172 condo units – all equipped with smart-home automation.
This is what Ocgrow Group of Companies has done with SOLA, the company's new development in inner-city Kensington that will boast 172 condo units – all equipped with smart-home automation.
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Oct. 05, 2020 | Tyler Difley
REALTORS® on screen: memorable fictional real estate agents from TV and film
Recently, production began on a new Syfy TV series centred around a real estate company specializing in haunted or "metaphysically engaged" properties. The series, aptly titled The Surrealtor, might seem like a kooky concept, but REALTORS® have long made for compelling characters on screen.
Here are six of the most memorable fictional real estate agents from TV and film.
Here are six of the most memorable fictional real estate agents from TV and film.
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Oct. 19, 2020 | Natalie Noble
Winterproof patios: how to equip your outdoor space for all-season enjoyment
As summer days give way to cooler weather, good times had on the patio or balcony need not end – especially, when outside is one of the safest places to be thanks to COVID-19. From simple additions to more elaborate fixes, there are many ways to winterproof outdoor spaces for year-round enjoyment.
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Oct. 13, 2020 | Stefan Strangman
How to choose the right home security system for your needs and budget
Choosing a home security system can seem daunting. There are as many different options to protect your property as there are styles of home construction.
The advent of integrated smart homes mean that DIY setups are increasingly common, leading professional services to expand their features and lower their prices. Modern security systems don't just monitor for break-ins, either – many systems contain a variety of sensors that can detect everything from a carbon monoxide leak to a flood in the basement.
The advent of integrated smart homes mean that DIY setups are increasingly common, leading professional services to expand their features and lower their prices. Modern security systems don't just monitor for break-ins, either – many systems contain a variety of sensors that can detect everything from a carbon monoxide leak to a flood in the basement.
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Oct. 26, 2020 | Geoff Geddes
Pandemic partners: Calgary BIAs are helping local businesses weather COVID-19
At a time when it's common to be shut in, Calgary's business improvement areas (BIAs) are reaching out to help entrepreneurs through the challenges of COVID-19.
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Oct. 20, 2020 | CREB
CREB® REALTOR® Community Foundation announces 2020 grant recipients
After a four-month application and selection process, the CREB® REALTOR® Community Foundation has officially announced the recipients of its 2020 Community and Transformation grants.
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Oct. 05, 2020 | CREBNow
Four times Calgary has appeared in video games (and one honourable mention)
According to Calgary Economic Development, Calgary has the potential to become an industry leader in the burgeoning Canadian video game and "immersive media" sectors.
I guess it's fitting, then, that Calgary has actually appeared in a handful of video games over the years, whether by design or thanks to the efforts of a few creative players.
I guess it's fitting, then, that Calgary has actually appeared in a handful of video games over the years, whether by design or thanks to the efforts of a few creative players.
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Oct. 01, 2020 | Barb Livingstone
Calgary's urban influencer series: Alan Norris
We've all heard that Rome wasn't built in a day. Neither was Calgary, which continues to undergo an urban renaissance. Over the next five days, CREB®Now will present a series where it has sat down with five influencers who have helped develop the city as we know it today.
The lure of lasting value
He leads a Calgary-based company with assets of $3.2 billion and 1,100 employees in 12 different North American markets.
In its 57-year history, the company has developed and built in 62 Calgary neighbourhoods in all four quadrants of the city.
But while Alan Norris's Brookfield Residential Properties has been successful developing communities throughout North America, the president and CEO also leads what may be his biggest task yet: to end homelessness in Calgary.
The lure of lasting value
He leads a Calgary-based company with assets of $3.2 billion and 1,100 employees in 12 different North American markets.
In its 57-year history, the company has developed and built in 62 Calgary neighbourhoods in all four quadrants of the city.
But while Alan Norris's Brookfield Residential Properties has been successful developing communities throughout North America, the president and CEO also leads what may be his biggest task yet: to end homelessness in Calgary.
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Sept. 28, 2020 | CREB
Two local REALTORS® reflect on 50 years in real estate
Calgary-area REALTORS® Herb Styles and Ray Pfob are celebrating 50 years in the business this year – an impressive milestone by any measure.
