Calgary Citizen Newsletter Thursday Sep. 12

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The Calgary Chamber of Commerce announced the finalists of the Calgary Small Business Awards 2024 presented by Rogers Business and 24 businesses have been selected as finalists across eight award categories. We can’t list all of the categories and finalists but check out the full list here. Note, the CPHR Alberta People’s Choice Awards is determined by a public vote and the winner is announced at the Small Business Week Gala on Oct. 25. Voting is open until Sept. 23.

👀 In today's edition:

• Second costliest disaster in Canadian history

• Cougar returns to home same day it killed pet

• CIFF movies we can’t wait to check out

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WORTH KNOWING

⛈️ Today: High 11C, Low 9C. See the 7-day forecast.

🚿 Here’s the latest water update from the city and everything you need to know about water restrictions.

🚗 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

Last month’s hailstorm is the second costliest event in Canadian history, according to Insurance Bureau of Canada

It’s officially the second costliest disaster in Canada history to the tune of $2.8 billion, second only to the 2016 Fort McMurray wildfires. The city was flooded with massive hail, strong winds, heavy rain, and flash flooding on Aug. 5, which damaged the airport and one in five homes in the city.

According to Global news, Alberta has experienced five of the 10 costliest disasters in Canadian history, all of which have occurred since 2016.

CTV is reporting that IBC said that between 2001 and 2010, Canadian insurers averaged $701 million a year in losses related to severe weather.

In case you missed it the first time

Need to know

🐈️ Cougar that killed Alberta family’s cat returns to house hours later: ‘It was terrifying’.

🚄 Calgary considering policing non-destination loitering, age verification on transit.

🐕‍🦺 Willow helps Calgary Fire Department investigate suspicious blazes as city's arson dog.

🚉 Premier Danielle Smith says she’s committed to the Green Line light-rail transit project, but as it was originally envisioned.

🚿 Calgary's water use 'sustainable' for the first time in nine days, a new update expected today with good news.

💰️ Calgary’s MNP Community & Sport Centre getting near $90M expansion.

🏘️ There are some signs that Calgary’s overheated rental market could finally be in for a cool down.

📽️ The production of a movie starring Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson to close downtown road this weekend.

🐻 Grizzly bear attack survivor shares his story.

⚖️ Calgary doctor sanctioned for misconduct faces another hearing.

A look at five Calgary International Film Festival (CIFF) movies we can’t wait to check out

The 25th annual Calgary International Film Festival is just around the corner and we couldn’t be more excited for this year’s slate of movies. Besides the big ones (Tragically Hip, opening night), we wanted to hare with you a few of the other films we have circled on our calendar over the 10-day event from Sept. 19-29.

Hangdog: A movie about a man on a mission to find his stolen dog just speaks to my heart as someone who has several dogs, but it’s even better that it’s comedic and heartwarming.

My Dead Friend Zoe: From executive producer Travis Kelce, this 2024 SXSW Audience Award winner is a buddy film about a complicated friendship with… a dead girl. We can’t wait to watch this film about the complex ways we process grief.

Grand Theft Hamlet: This just looks fun! This movie is about a pair of friends who are playing the video game Grand Theft Auto when they stumble across a theatre and attempt to stage a production of Hamlet, within the game.

Get Away: We are suckers for a good thriller so this one about a family vacation to a remote getaway takes an unexpected turn when they discover the island they're on is inhabited by a serial killer has got our attention.

My Old Ass: We love Aubrey Plaza but we also think this coming-of-age story is a refreshing take on the genre when an 18th birthday mushroom trip brings Elliott face-to-face with her wisecracking 39-year-old self.

Where to eat and drink

🍴 Class Clown Burgers: Nostalgic and cool, we can’t get enough of this Mission hamburger spot with a wide selection of food and drink menu options. You need to try one of everything!

🍴 Parlour Ice Cream: From year-round staples like Salted Caramel and London Fog to seasonal selections like Blueberry Cheesecake and vegan options, there's something for everyone here.

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

Things to do

🎟️ Heritage Park Market Nights: Saturday is the last night market at the Plaza for the season so grab your family and enjoy a day and night of music and shops from 3-9pm.

🎟️ 44th annual Terry Fox Run: On Sunday at 10am, join more than 600 communities across the country to run, walk or bike in the annual Terry Fox Run.

Have an event suggestion? Message us and we might share it!

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