Calgary Citizen Newsletter Tuesday March 4

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If you’re looking for something fun to do next week, check out the CORE Shopping Centre between March 10-14 and swing into action at its first-ever pop-up golf simulator all for a good cause. The Fairways to Wellness – The CORE Cup is a closest-to-the-pin challenge charity fundraiser in collaboration with True North Mobile Golf supporting DAY1DADS Impact Foundation. For a donation of $20, participants get three shots in a daily closest-to-the-pin challenge with a chance to win prizes while also supporting a local charity. Golfers can put their skills to use for a chance to win the grand prize: a PXG putter and a Maserati for a day. The event takes place daily from 11am to 1pm on Level 2, across from the Guest Services desk.

👀 In today's edition:

• Tariff trade war begins

• YYC artist hits #1 on the Billboard

• Cold case killer admits guilt

• Shoplifter takedown shocks bystanders

• Canadian brands to support

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⛅️ Today: High 3C, Low -2C. See the 7-day forecast.

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The tariff trade war with the US is officially underway

US President Donald Trump has officially followed through on his threats of tariffs on Canadian goods—and the fallout has already begun. As of midnight, 25% tariffs were applied to Canadian exports, including manufacturing and agriculture, with 10% levied to energy products.

As Global News reports, a University of Calgary economist warns that Alberta could take a big hit, not just from Trump’s tariffs, but from Canada’s retaliatory tariffs.

According to CTV News, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called the tariffs “unjustified and harmful” and vowed that Canada would not back down.

The fallout has already begun, as detailed by Associated Press, as the stock markets crashed and China is retaliating. Here are some ways Canadians are coping.

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🏆️ Calgary’s Tate McRae lands first No. 1 album on both US and Canada Billboard charts.

🤔 A takedown of an alleged shoplifter at a grocery store leaves onlookers shocked.

👮 'I was a drunken young man': Cold case killer admits to fatally stabbing teen girl 49 years ago.

🏠️ A peek at Calgary’s 5 most expensive homes for sale right now—and an update on home sales.

🪧 One of the longest-serving members of city council said this is his last term.

🏘️ City is responding to a surge in development permits after city-wide rezoning.

❄️ Motorists were forced to navigate snowy roads, with officials warning outlying areas could turn icy overnight as temperatures dip.

🚔️ A total of four people have now been charged with manslaughter and more in connection with a fatal home invasion.

🚓 A woman was found dead in a SW home, police are questioning a suspect in what they are calling a “targeted attack.”

👮‍♀️ A convicted Calgary murderer is granted a 60-day unescorted release in Victoria.

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A snapshot of some Canadian products you can choose to support

The tariff trade war was set to begin at midnight and barring any last minute changes from President Donald Trump, it’s going to be a rocky road for consumers on both sides of the border. We decided to create a list of Canadian brands you can choose to support during this tumultuous time, though this is just a snapshot to get you started. And friendly reminder, Tim Hortons isn’t actually Canadian but the majority in Canada are Canadian-owned franchises.

• M&M Food Market

• Goodfood

• Dollarama

• Canadian Tire

• Indigo

• A&W

• Boston Pizza

• Global Pet Foods

Where to eat and drink

🍴 Element Cafe: This 17th Ave. spot is the original home of YYC Latte Flights and there’s so many to choose from. Enjoy coffee, pastries and good vibes.

🍴 Potpourri Bistro: This Cochrane breakfast, lunch, and dinner spot bills itself as an elegant retreat for American continental cuisine with a touch of global influence.

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

Things to do

🎟️The Wizard of Oz Ballet: This whimsical Alberta Ballet production will capture the magic of the Wizard of Oz on stage from March 13-15 at the Jubilee.

🎟️ Puppy Yoga: A fun and heartwarming yoga class for all skill levels with the fun twist of puppies exploring and playing around you while you practice on March 9 at Rebarkable Retreat.

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

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