Calgary Archives - Page 4 of 19

08 Jul

Lethbridge Home Ordered Closed After Year-Long Probe Into Alleged Drug Activity

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta, Calgary, Lethbridge

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): A residential property in north Lethbridge has been shut down by Alberta Sheriffs after authorities linked it to ongoing suspected drug-related activity, following a lengthy investigation triggered by complaints from local residents. The action was taken under the province’s Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods (SCAN) program, which secured a court order requiring the home at 1226 13 Avenue North to remain closed for 90 days beginning July 7. The closure is scheduled to remain in effect until October 5, while additional conditions imposed by the court will continue through October 2028. The investigation began in March 2025 after…

07 Jul

Calgary Stampede Faces New Challenge: Attendance Drops as Rising Costs and Changing Visitor Habits Spark Debate

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, CanadaCalgary, Canada

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Calgary Stampede, one of Canada’s most celebrated cultural events, has entered the spotlight this year as early attendance numbers show a decline compared with 2025, raising questions about affordability, visitor experience and the future direction of the iconic festival. Stampede officials reported that 327,456 people attended during the first three days of the 2026 festival, compared with 338,971 visitors during the same period in 2025, marking a decrease of more than 11,000 attendees. The slowdown comes after a record-breaking period, with last year’s Stampede welcoming nearly 1.47 million visitors, close to the all-time attendance record set…

07 Jul

From Community Celebration to Political Controversy: Redstone Stampede Breakfast Draws Thousands, Ends in Dispute

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCalgary, Redstone

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma) : A successful community celebration that brought together nearly 6,000 residents at the Redstone Community Association’s Stampede Breakfast became the centre of a political discussion after a disagreement emerged between organizers and NDP MLA Gurinder Brar over event protocol, stage scheduling, and political representation. The annual Stampede Breakfast was attended by thousands of families, volunteers, community leaders, elected representatives, and dignitaries. The event featured live music, breakfast, family activities, and opportunities for residents to meet Alberta Premier Denielle Smith, Calgary’s Mayor Jeromy Farkas, Dy. Police Chief Asif Rashid and other public officials. Organizers described the gathering…

27 Jun

ASIRT Launches Probe Into Fatal Calgary Police Shooting on Deerfoot Trail

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCalgary, Canada

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) has opened an investigation into a fatal police shooting involving members of the Calgary Police Service following a confrontation with a woman on Deerfoot Trail last weekend. According to preliminary information, officers were dispatched on June 21 after receiving reports of an erratic driver near the Deerfoot Meadows shopping district. Police located the compact SUV travelling northbound on Deerfoot Trail and brought it to a stop between Memorial Drive East and 16 Avenue N.E. at approximately 5:30 p.m. To secure the scene, officers halted traffic in the northbound lanes before…

26 Jun

Calgary Police Release Photos of 15 Wanted Suspects in Major Extortion Investigation

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta, Calgary

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Calgary Police Service (CPS) has released the identities and photographs of 15 individuals wanted in connection with an ongoing investigation into a series of alleged extortion-related offences. Police are appealing to the public for assistance in locating the suspects as investigators continue efforts to dismantle organized criminal networks believed to be involved in extortion activities across the city. According to CPS, the investigation relates to incidents involving threats, intimidation, property damage, and other criminal acts that have primarily targeted members of Calgary’s South Asian business community. Police say extortion is a serious criminal offence that causes…

23 Jun

Alberta Strengthens Security Measures Ahead of Calgary Stampede

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TechnologyAlberta, Calgary, Calgary Stampede Parade 2025, Stampede

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta authorities are introducing enhanced security arrangements for this year’s Calgary Stampede, with provincial and municipal law enforcement agencies joining forces to improve public safety during one of Canada’s largest annual events. The initiative will see members of the Alberta Sheriffs and the Calgary Police Service working together under a newly established cooperation framework aimed at supporting crowd management and maintaining order throughout the festival period. Officials said the partnership marks a significant step in coordinating resources during the Stampede, which attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors from across Canada and around the world each year. Dedicated…

17 Jun

Calgary Police Seize $150,000 in Stolen lululemon Merchandise, Meth and Cash

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCalgary

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma) : A routine curfew compliance check in northeast Calgary led to the discovery of what police allege was a significant cache of stolen merchandise, illicit drugs and other contraband, resulting in multiple charges against a Calgary woman. According to the Calgary Police Service, officers attended a residence in the 300 block of Herron Mews N.E. on the morning of May 20, 2026, to ensure compliance with court-ordered release conditions. When the resident failed to answer the door, investigators determined she had breached the terms of her release. Officers returned the following day to execute an arrest…

16 Jun

Alberta Showcases AI Leadership at Global Tech Summit in Paris, Eyes International Partnerships

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta, Calgary

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): is set to strengthen its position on the global technology map as the province’s Minister of Technology and Innovation, Nate Glubish, heads to Paris to participate in VivaTech 2026, one of the world’s premier technology and startup gatherings. Scheduled from June 16 to 19, the visit aims to promote Alberta’s rapidly expanding artificial intelligence ecosystem and attract international investment while fostering new collaborations in emerging technologies. During the event, Minister Glubish will engage with entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders and policymakers from across the globe to present Alberta’s vision of becoming a leading hub for AI innovation and…

12 Jun

Royal Indian Supermarket Calgary Launches Grand Summer Mela with Multiple $100 Grocery Giveaways Daily

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCalgary

CALGARY ( Rajeev Sharma): Calgary's South Asian community has a new reason to celebrate as Royal Indian Supermarket & Kitchen hosts its first-ever Desi-Style Summer Mela, a three-day festival packed with entertainment, food, prizes, and special shopping rewards.One of the biggest highlights of the Summer Mela is the Lucky Draw Giveaway, where visitors will have the opportunity to win $100 worth of groceries multiple times each day. Throughout the event, lucky shoppers will be selected through special draws, giving families extra savings on their grocery purchases while adding excitement to the festive atmosphere. In addition to the grocery giveaways, visitors…

09 Jun

High Commissioner in Calgary: “United Indian Community is Canada’s Strongest Bridge” Focus on Trade, Energy, and Unity Across Alberta–India Ties

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCalgary

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): In a candid and wide-ranging interaction with the Indian diaspora in Calgary, India’s High Commissioner to Canada, Dinesh K. Patnaik, accompanied by the Consul General of India in Vancouver Masakui Rungsung, met with community members and representatives from more than 20 Indian organizations. The event drew a large audience eager to hear his vision for Indians living in Canada and the future of India-Canada relations. The gathering was further highlighted by the presence and initiative of JAI HO Canada, described as a platform working to bring all Indian community organizations under one roof to promote unity,…