Greatest Boom Ever

There is term in medicine called iatrogenesis, which occurs when a surgery, prescription or other treatment that is intended to help a patient ends up doing the opposite.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/2zdafvk2  

It was heartening to hear Transportation Minister Devin Dreeshen call the intersection of Highway 2 and 338 Avenue “one of the most unsafe” in the province.     Read more: https://tinyurl.com/3rp9wmey  

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB) dismissed the appeals received against the conditionally approved development permit PL2600837 associated with Urban Agriculture (Backyard Hens), and the DA’s decision is upheld, with two bylaw variances.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/4285uc33  

Home sellers with a pressing reason to offload their properties are the key owners selling in a downturn, while those with less urgency hold fire as market watchers tip property prices have further to fall.     Read more: https://tinyurl.com/yz28j5ar  

Westside Recreation Centre is looking to nearly double its size, with a proposed $180-million expansion aimed at easing growing demand for pools, sports courts and ice time.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/w35af5ny     

There is conflict over new infill apartments planned for the Kenilworth neighbourhood in southeast Edmonton.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/yaeypdms  

OTTAWA — The federal government announced it will match tariffs dollar for dollar on U.S. products on Tuesday, marking a tit-for-tat escalation in the trade conflict with Canada’s largest trading partner.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/bdefuju2     

A biannual financial report that will be presented to council Sept. 8 shows during the first half of 2026 the city received 92 investment attraction inquiries and is involved in eight major projects totalling more than $4.4 billion and 270 new jobs.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/k629tn26    

      Nestled in the northeast quadrant of Calgary's metropolitan area, Strathmore has emerged as one of Alberta's most appealing real estate markets, offering a unique blend of small-town charm with convenient urban access. This thriving community, located just 25 minutes from downtown Calgary, has become increasingly attractive to homebuyers seeking affordability without sacrificing quality of life.   A Market Defined by Growth and Value   Strathmore's real estate market stands out for its remarkable value proposition. Compared to Calgary's inner-city properties, homes in Strathmore typically offer 20-30% more square footage for the same investment. The average home price hovers around the mid-$400,000s, making it accessible for first-time buyers while still offering luxury options for established families.   The housing stock is diverse, ranging from charming starter homes in established neighborhoods to new developments in areas like Eaglefield and Wh...

In an unprecedented act of faith, the Anglican church has teamed up with a private developer to deliver housing for sale in exchange for the resurrection of a local church and the provision of new parishioner, and community, spaces – and dozens more parishes are interested in following suit.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/6wtkn5j7

Some Alberta businesses have now stopped shipping to the United States after the country slapped 50 per cent tariffs on about $28 billion worth of Canadian goods.     Read more: https://tinyurl.com/43w7ucw2   

When most Calgarians flick on their kitchen light or set their coffee maker in the morning, they’re probably not thinking about where the electricity needed to power that technology came from.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/3za2x7uk