Children are off on Spring Break this week, and activities to keep them busy don’t have to cost a lot. We have put together a list of some free activities below to bring your family hours of fun! Make and Take at Mastermind Toys – March 21-25, 2022. Free toy making workshop for your kids to learn to build a …
Government Support for Rising Fuel and Utility Prices
To help reduce rising fuel prices in Alberta, the Alberta Government announced a temporary removal of a 13 cents/litre fuel tax at the pumps. This program will begin April 1, 2022 and continue through 2022-2023, whenever oil prices go above USD$90 per barrel. The Alberta Government is also providing a $150 electricity rebate to help Albertans with recent high costs …
5 Ways to Save as Utility Bills Increase
With outside temperatures reaching very low digits last December and into the new year, many consumers are now finding their utility bills higher than ever before. As the demand for natural gas and power increases during cold temperatures, prices often increase as well. Here are 5 ways you can potentially save on your next utility bill! Change to a fixed …
Best Before vs. Expiry Dates
How foods are regulated in Canada might be quite different from your home country. Today, let’s understand the difference between the Best Before date and. the Expiry or Expiration date. Best Before, Best By, or BF dates are about the food quality (freshness, texture, flavour and nutritional value). appear on packaged foods that will keep fresh for 90 days or …
Free Virtual Fitness Classes Offered in August by the City of Calgary
No need to get dressed up for the gym. You can work out in whatever is comfortable by joining City of Calgary’s Virtual Fitness Classes. All classes are free in August, so take advantage of them now! Paid classes begin in September. Benefits of joining online fitness classes: Live instruction from certified instructors No additional monthly fees No need to …
Pedestrian Push Buttons
Many intersections in Calgary have a button marked push button to cross. At these locations, pedestrians must activate the pedestrian crossing signal by pressing the button to ensure sufficient time is given to cross the street safely. To help keep Calgarians safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, The City of Calgary installed touchless push-button technology at two high pedestrian traffic locations …
Wildfire Smoke and Your Health
Air quality advisories are in effect for many communities in Alberta as wildfire smoke moves in from British Columbia. In Canada, wildfire season typically runs from early April to late October. Wildfires can significantly increase air pollution levels, which can harm your health. Symptoms of smoke exposure: Mild and common symptoms include watery eyes, runny nose, sinus irritation, scratchy throat, …
Going out on foot? Here are some Pedestrian Safety Tips in Calgary!
Pedestrians have the right-of-way at all intersections and crosswalks in Calgary unless one of the following two situations occurs: the intersection is controlled by a traffic signal or traffic control device if a police officer indicates otherwise. This may not be the case in your home country. In your home country, motor vehicles may have the right-of-way, meaning that pedestrians …
Keeping Pets Cool during Heat Waves
Walking your dog outside? Please know that asphalt heats up in the sun. Paved surfaces can become too hot for your dog’s feet. Use robbing alcohol on your dog’s feet to cool them down. Hydration is important, for yourself, as well as your pet! Ensure that pets have plenty of water and shade available. Consider adding just a few ice …
Tips: How to Prepare for Heat Waves
Canada is known to have harsh winters, but extreme heat events, often called “heat waves”, also exist in many places across the country. So, yes, it can get really hot in summer, like this weekend (June 25, 26 & 27, 2021). According to the Weather Network, Western Canada will see a historic heat wave in the coming days. Extreme heat …