Calgary Citizen Newsletter Thursday Oct. 17

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The way we learned that there might be snow in the forecast is because city officials released their winter road maintenance policy Wednesday in advance of the change of season. It’s safe to say we aren’t looking forward to snow and while we aren’t ready for it, apparently city officials are. There’s also some changes to the city’s snow removal bylaw, including new fines for people who shovel snow from their private property into public spaces such as roads, bike lanes, and sidewalks. Residents can also face fines if they fail to remove snow from public sidewalks, adjacent to their property, within 24 hours of the snowfall ending. Fines range from $150 for a first offence to $750 for a third offence and repeat offenders may also face a court appearance. The full policy can be found here. Answer our poll below and email us at [email protected] to let us know what you think about these changes.

👀 In today's edition:

• Meet the dog without a home

• Calgary’s roads in dire condition

• Bird house raises concerns

• Pumpkin patches to peruse

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WORTH KNOWING

⛅️ Today: High 12C, Low -2C. 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.

QUICK POLL

Mr. Worldwide needs to find a home as the Calgary Humane Society’s longest canine resident

It’s been 175 days—plus another—since a two-year-old American pit bull mix has called the Calgary Humane Society (CHS) home and yet somehow, Mr. Worldwide still needs to find a fur-ever home. Shelter officials say their longest-staying canine resident is an “incredible dog with so much personality.”

“He’s full of energy, loves to play, and is a champion at cuddling,” says Stavy Giannoulis of the CHS. “We’re all surprised he hasn’t found his forever home yet. He loves people and deserves a family who can give him the love and attention he craves.” Mr. Worldwide is available at a discounted fee, so check out this volunteer favourite.

Because Calgary Animal Services is over capacity at the shelter, they are hosting an adopt-a-thon in hopes that Calgarians will consider bringing a new pet into their families and homes. Adoption fees will be lower from Oct. 17-19, so cats will be available for $50 and dogs will be available for $75. The lower fees are designed to encourage more adoptions. and includes the first set of vaccinations, spaying or neutering, microchipping for identification and a 12-month pet licence.

Check out this adorable video for Mr. Worldwide.

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Need to know

🛣️ A report is issuing a dire warning about the state of Calgary’s roads, saying they are some of the worst in the country.

🐦️ A "bird house" in the city’s northeast is causing some residents to seek action from the city.

❄️ This new Calgary bylaw update could change how you shovel this winter - or else you will face fines.

🏘️ Calgary Housing, the city, and feds team up to repair more than 1,000 homes across the city to make them more accessible.

🚅 Transit service resumes in the city’s northeast after a fatal collision between pedestrian and a CTrain.

👮 Calgary police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspicious man who allegedly had a strange interaction with some pre-teens over the summer.

🚌 New transit snow route gets cold response in northwest Calgary community.

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Check out these pumpkin patches

Oh my gourdness! We’re full swing into spooky season, and with such boo-tiful autumn weather we've been having, now is the perfect time to visit one of our local pumpkin patches so you can snag the perfect punkin' while getting some fresh air. Here are our top three picks.

Find your perfect pumpkin and indulge in a farmyard full of family-friendly fun at Harvest Pumpkin Fest at Butterfield Acres. With farm animals, photo ops, wagon rides and all the pumpkins you care to purchase, this two-hour ticketed event runs weekends for the remainder of October. Butterfield Acres also offers limited weekday hours that are decided on a day-by-day basis; check out their website for updates. Cost is $16.49 + GST for kids and $18.99 + GST for adults. Location: 254077 Rocky Ridge Rd.

Sure, it’s home to sloths, kangaroos and sugar gliders, but did you know Cobb’s Adventure Park also hosts a special pumpkin event? Pumpkin Palooza takes place Saturdays and Sundays for the rest of October from 11am to 5pm and features a walkable pumpkin patch with lots of photo opportunities. Day passes are $21.95 + GST per person (all ages) online, $27 at the door. Children 2 and under are free. Location: 1500 84th St. N.E.

Make a day trip out of it this Saturday or Sunday at The Jungle Farm. Located in Red Deer County, The Jungle Farm was established in 1897 and their pumpkin patch is packed with homegrown pumpkins perfect for fall decor, carving, or baking into sweet holiday treats. This is their final weekend! Hours are 10am to 4pm. Admission is free and no reservations are required. Location: 28120 Township Rd. 362, Red Deer County.

Where to eat and drink

🍴 Bow Tie Pizza: This popular pizza spot is known for not skimping on the toppings and you don't have to go downtown to enjoy it with five locations across the city to choose from.

🍴 The Establishment Brewing Company: This brewery has just won Alberta Brewery of the Year at the 2024 Alberta Beer Awards for the third time in a row. Visit to find out why this local spot is so popular.

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Things to do

🎟️ Blue Jay Sessions Autumn edition: Blue Jay Sessions is hosting its one-night fall event with seven Alberta singer-songwriters from a mix of genres uniting for a night of songs and stories hosted by Brandi Sidoryk of Nice Horse.

🎟️ Tasty, Low Salt Cooking Oct 31 - Learn how to cook delicious meals with less salt in this FREE in-person cooking demo with registered dietitians from the South Health Campus Wellness Kitchen. Recipes included!*

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