This is Calgary

Calgary's biggest contemporary art gallery is expanding in a Brutalist former planetarium - here's the plan

Contemporary Calgary got a major funding injection over the summer, to expand at its location in the downtown west end. Jenny talks to CEO David Leinster about what the revitalization involves, why the city's biggest contemporary art gallery wants to stay put in a former planetarium, and how contemporary art fits in our city identity.

What makes a GREAT city street?

This week, Jenny is looking into what makes a great city street. Our friends over at This is Vancouver recently had a conversation with former Vancouver city planner Sandy James about the necessary ingredients, and a lot of those ideas could apply anywhere in North America, including here in Calgary.

Into the Raccooniverse of Calgary

Raccoons are still something of a novelty for most Calgarians. But they're becoming more common... and can get into mischief. First, we talk to a local guy who's been trying in vain for FIVE years to spot a raccoon here. Then we head to southeast Calgary, to find out whether a homeowner managed to get the raccoon out of his garage attic.

Why this Calgary chicken joint still rules the roost

What's greasily delicious, free on your birthday, and packaged in a bright yellow box?Chicken on the Way, of course -- a Calgary fast food institution that's been around since 1958... and is STILL being run by the same family.In this fan-favourite episode from early April, Jenny talks COTW lore with owner Russ Dunn, learns to make corn fritters with manager Haley Andela, and hears why some hardcore customers have been getting takeout here for more than 50 years.See the place for yourself, with CBC Calgary's Chicken on the Way video tour on YouTube.

Calgary has a new watering schedule! Here's what you need to know

As part of the city's new Water Efficiency Plan, Calgary now has a watering schedule for lawns and gardens. But... what does it mean for you? This week, Loren talks to Rehana Rajabali, Manager of Natural Environment & Adaptation with the City of Calgary, about how the schedule was developed, why the city brought it into effect (even though there’s plenty of water around this year!), and why Monday is a day off for everyone.