Calgary Citizen Newsletter Thursday Aug 1

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We celebrated our third anniversary earlier this year and it’s been a bit since we did a reader survey so we are working behind the scenes at creating a new one so stay tuned for that in the coming weeks. In the meantime, since we have so many new readers, we have a simple age demographic question in today’s poll and we would like as many of our readers to answer as possible to help us get a better idea of who our readers are. We are so grateful to have you answer today’s poll question and bonus points if you also email us at [email protected] and let us know how long you’ve been a reader and what you love about us. We might even share those replies next week!

👀 In today's edition:

• New Unsolved Mysteries episode about YYC woman

• Wild Jasper wildfire drone footage released

• Running out of runway for city’s Green line

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WORTH KNOWING

☀️ It’s HOT HOT HOT today! High 31C, Low 17C.

🗓️ See the 7-day forecast.

🚗 Driving today? Check the current traffic situation, and find the city’s traffic report and road closures.

⚠️ Here’s the current smoke forecast / check Calgary wildfire and fire restrictions and the Alberta Wildfire Dashboard.

Body in a Basement: New Unsolved Mysteries episode about Calgary woman's death hits Netflix

It’s a case that has perplexed investigators for almost a decade and is now perplexing thousands of viewers after Netflix’s Unsolved Mysteries new season debuted on July 31. Titled Body in a Basement, season 4, episode 2 focused on the 2015 death of 31-year-old Amanda Antoni who was found dead in her Castleridge home. Her death was thought to be suspicious but ultimately was deemed undetermined after a 14-month-investigation. Despite the conclusion, some questions remained unanswered and now people are even taking to Reddit to discuss the inconsistencies in the strange case.

“As homicide investigators, it is our duty to seek closure and provide a victim’s family with answers, without a shadow of doubt” says Homicide Unit Staff Sgt. Sean Gregson. “In cases where questions remain, we will do everything in our power to uncover the truth.”

In the years following Antoni’s death, the lead investigator continued to work with her family to provide answers. In fact, the case was submitted to Netflix’s Unsolved Mysteries to garner new tips and give the family and investigators closure by closing the case.

“Whether an investigation is a week old or 30 years old, we remain relentless in our pursuit of justice and continue to dedicate our resources so that no stone is left unturned,” Gregson says, adding police recently closed some of its most challenging unsolved cases.

What are your thoughts on the case? We would love to hear your theories at [email protected].

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Need to know

💔 See it with your own eyes: Alberta RCMP releases drone footage of Jasper wildfires.

🚄 Phase 1 of Calgary's Green Line LRT will be shorter than planned as costs escalate, which is bad news for some communities.

🤮 How E. coli got hundreds of children sick after getting into Calgary daycare meat may never be known.

💸 Changes to the city’s utilities fee structure is coming two years ahead of schedule.

🏒 Calgary Flames sign goalie Dustin Wolf to two-year contract extension.

🚬 Fire officials are warning Calgarians after investigators learned it was a cigarette butt that burnt down homes in the city’s southeast.

🔥 Jasper’s wildfire evacuees continue to flock to Calgary's Shouldice reception centre for refuge.

🥵 Heat warnings and hot weather returns to city with daytime highs back in the 30s.

👮 Woman charged after tip leads to discovery of ‘drug dresser’ in city home.

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Skill by skill: A free city program is providing immigrant women with the right tools to transition into their new lives

Armed with a gender-specific mandate, the Calgary Immigrant Women's Association offers more than 50 programs and services across various sectors and one of those programs includes working with the ABC Life Literacy Canada organization to bring the important UP Skills for Work program to local immigrant women. The valuable initiative is designed to equip clients with essential employability and life skills. We spoke with the Calgary Immigrant Women's Association employment manager Punam Dalal to learn more about how this program helps their clients, who are often facing discrimination that creates barriers to their integration.

What type of challenges do immigrant women face when moving into a new country and trying to start over?

As immigrant women embark on their journey in a new country, they face multiple challenges that extend beyond mere adjustments to the new environment. These challenges, closely linked with social determinants of health, deeply influence immigrants’ well-being and capacity to thrive in their new homes. Learning a new language, adapting to unfamiliar cultural norms, and navigating complex immigration regulations all influence their access to healthcare, education, and employment opportunities. Financial constraints may restrict their ability to afford affordable housing, nutritious food, and healthcare services.

Tell us about the UP Skills for Work program and its benefits?

Through free workshops, downloadable resources, and workbooks, participants can develop key abilities such as motivation, time management, and communication. The program's flexible delivery model accommodates diverse learning environments, including community centres, workplaces, and homes. Led by experienced staff members, workshops offer an introductory overview of each skill, using relatable scenarios to enhance understanding for diverse learners.

How do programs like this help immigrant women feel more comfortable and supported during their transition in Canada?

Programs like this are instrumental in easing the transition for immigrant women into Canadian society by providing tailored support and resources. These initiatives offer a specialized toolkit and workshops addressing critical areas such as employment readiness and interpersonal skills, thereby boosting women's confidence and comfort levels. With their accessibility and cost-free availability, combined with the inclusion of workbooks, such programs ensure immigrant women possess the essential tools and support to navigate their career journey effectively.

Where to eat and drink

🍴 Not Just A Caesar Shop: Located in the heart of Inglewood, this boutique liquor store is owned and operated by the co-creator of YYCaesarfest, who appreciates the significance of the customizable Canadian cocktail while highlighting the variety of combinations in a venue that’s ideal to host a party in.

🍴Crossroads Market: With fresh, local, quality food vendors where you can both shop at and also stop in and have breakfast, lunch, or dinner at, there’s something for everyone at this inner city market.

Have a food or drink suggestion? Message us and we might share it!

Things to do

🎟️ Country Thunder Music Festival: There are still tickets left for this popular country musical festival taking over Fort Calgary/Confluence Park with headliners Dallas Smith, Hardy, and Luke Combs from Aug. 16-18.

🎟️ Cavalry FC vs. Atlético Ottawa: Calgary’s professional soccer team the Cavalry FC takes on Atlético Ottawa in another exciting home match hosted at the ATCO Field at Spruce Meadows on Sat. Aug. 3.

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