Calgary Archives - Page 9 of 14

05 Jul

Calgary Stampede Parade 2025 Celebrates Diversity and Tradition in Grand Style

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The 2025 Calgary Stampede Parade kicked off “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth” with a spectacular celebration of culture, tradition, and community pride. Thousands of spectators filled the downtown streets, cheering on an eclectic mix of marching bands, cultural organizations, horse-drawn carriages, and colour parties that reflected Calgary’s rich and evolving identity. From the thunder of hooves to the rhythm of international music, the parade delivered both heritage and modern flair. The Children’s Cottage Society earned the honour of Best Horse Drawn Conveyance, while Shelley V Percherons took home the award for Best Heavy Horse (2 &…

03 Jul

Alberta news: New chief, next step for municipal policing option

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Sat Parhar has been appointed as the first chief of the Independent Agency Police Service, marking the next step toward a new municipal policing option. The appointment of a new chief for the Independent Agency Police Service (IAPS) marks the next step in giving municipalities a new option for local policing and builds on the work already underway for the agency to assume the police-like duties currently carried out by the Alberta Sheriffs. The IAPS will empower municipalities to adopt strategies that effectively respond to their specific safety concerns, enhancing public safety across the province. Chief Parhar…

27 Jun

Road Closures and Safety Measures Announced Ahead of 2025 Calgary Stampede Parade

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): As the city prepares for one of its most iconic events, Calgary officials have announced essential road closures and public safety measures ahead of the 2025 Calgary Stampede Parade, scheduled to commence on Friday, July 4, 2025. According to the City of Calgary, roads along the parade route will be closed starting at 7:30 a.m. sharp and will remain shut until 2:00 p.m., or until the last participant has completed the route. “No vehicles will be allowed on the parade route during the closure window,” city officials emphasized. “This is for everyone’s safety, including parade participants, spectators,…

26 Jun

Jagran Ki Raat in Calgary a Divine Success: Ambe Society Shines with Scholarships and Mani Ladla’s Soulful Performance

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Ambe Society of Calgary successfully hosted a spiritually uplifting Jagran Ki Raat in Northeast Calgary, drawing a large crowd of devoted attendees despite inclement weather. The event was filled with devotion, cultural expression, and strong community engagement. Organizers Ricky Narula and Rajnish Singla, representing the Ambe Society, proudly announced the awarding of scholarships to four deserving students: Jigar Kanjani, Shrisha Gupta, Harsh Chugh, and Robin Sandhu. Each student received $1,500, made possible through generous public donations, sponsorships, and the unwavering community support surrounding this annual event. The evening commenced with a traditional Pooja, followed by devotional…

25 Jun

City of Calgary Introduces New Bylaws for Weapon Display

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The City of Calgary has enacted updated bylaws to restrict the public display and use of weapons, including replicas, across public spaces and transit systems. The move comes in response to growing public safety concerns and a rise in incidents involving visible or discharged projectile weapons. Under the new regulations, individuals are prohibited from carrying or displaying any weapon, real or imitation, on Calgary Transit vehicles and in public areas. The ban includes BB guns, pellet guns, airsoft rifles, slingshots, knives, crossbows, and other projectile-based or bladed objects. “This is about protecting the public and sending a…

21 Jun

Community Organizations U Turn & First Step Together Society Come Forward to Support Refugee Groups in Calgary

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): U Turn (Jay Chowdhary) and First Step Together Society (Anita and Savita) are making tireless efforts to empower refugees to utilize their skills for Canada's benefit. A meeting was held at the Genesis Centre with representatives from Ukraine and Afghanistan refugee groups, where valuable information was shared and common challenges faced by refugee families were discussed. An Afghan representative noted that over 3,000 Afghan refugee families reside in Calgary, with approximately 5,000 more across Alberta, emphasizing the urgent need for targeted programs. Afghan refugees in Calgary face numerous challenges while rebuilding their lives, particularly women who struggle…

15 Jun

Indian Associations of Calgary Unite for Historic Participation in Stampede 2025 Parade

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): In a remarkable display of unity and cultural pride, all major Indian associations in Calgary have come together to participate collectively in the 2025 Calgary Stampede Parade, scheduled to take place on July 4th.This year, a contingent of 85 participants, representing the heritage and culture of different states of India and all Indian associations from across the city, will showcase the vibrant traditions of all Indian states, featuring traditional attire, music, regional dance forms, and folk elements. The group's colorful and diverse cultural performance will embody the message of “Unity in Diversity.” This collaborative effort marks a…

11 Jun

June’s Strawberry Moon rises last night, lower full moon since 2006

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The strawberry moon was named by the Algonquin tribes because it comes at the time of year when berries ripen, according to NASA. Strawberry Moon is set to be a rather special full Moon, for a rather particular reason: the lowest full moon in nearly two decades. This month's full moon will ride low on the southern horizon thanks to an orbital phenomenon known as a major lunar standstill. The lunar disk always appears larger at moonrise thanks to the "moon illusion," a trick of the brain that makes Earth's natural satellite appear larger than it actually…

03 Jun

United Field Hockey Club Calgary Makes History by Hosting Calgary’s 8th International Field Hockey Tournament

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Calgary(Rajeev Sharma): The 8th International Field Hockey Tournament, Alberta Cup 2025, organized by United Field Hockey Club Calgary, concluded on a high note on June 1 at Genesis Centre, Calgary. The tournament made history as Calgary’s first-ever international field hockey event, drawing teams from Mexico, USA, and across Canada, including Toronto, Vancouver, Edmonton, and the host city, Calgary. Under the leadership of main organizers Mandeep Jhally and Kanwal Dhillon, the event featured 28 teams competing across five divisions, Under-10, Under-13, Under-16, Masters 40+, and Men’s Premium Division. Under-13 and Host team United Calgary secured 1st place by defeating Panjab Sports…

31 May

Alberta Government Extends Timeline for Independent Investigation Into Procurement Practices

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Edmonton (National Times): The Government of Alberta has extended the timeline for the ongoing independent investigation into its procurement and contracting practices, including those used by Alberta Health Services (AHS), citing the large volume of documents and witness interviews required. Christopher McPherson, Deputy Minister of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration, issued the update on Friday, confirming that the new deadlines were approved in consultation with the investigation’s lead, Hon. Raymond E. Wyant, former Chief Judge of the Provincial Court of Manitoba. Initially, Judge Wyant was expected to deliver an interim report by May 30, with a final report due by…