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Last week we asked about Canada's proposed social media ban for kids under 16 — and over half of you supported it, saying platforms should be safer for children. The skeptics weren't far behind though, with many pointing out that kids will simply find workarounds. One reader made a sharp observation: if government systems can be hacked, teenagers will definitely figure it out. The debate around parental responsibility versus government intervention also came through strongly in the comments.

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A Calgary city committee has unanimously endorsed a request for the federal government to contribute more than $845 million toward six infrastructure priorities, with a full council vote expected before the submission heads to Ottawa in July.

The ask covers a range of projects: $190 million for the Bearspaw South feeder main replacement, $255 million for a new bus maintenance facility in Bonnybrook-Alyth-Manchester Industrial, $170 million for system stabilization of five recreation centres, $150 million for a long-sought multisport field house at Foothills Athletic Park, $80 million to extend the Blue Line LRT toward the Calgary International Airport, and funding for the Prairie Economic Gateway inland port on Calgary's southeast border.

Ward 4 Coun. DJ Kelly told the Calgary Herald the timing is right. "The federal government's been really clear that they're looking to invest in Canadian infrastructure in some major projects. Here in Calgary, we have some significant major infrastructure projects."

Ward 11 Coun. Rob Ward was more measured, telling CityNews: "Words are cheap, actions speak louder, so we'll see what they do."

The request comes as the city faces a nearly $50-billion infrastructure deficit, with 11 per cent of city-owned assets in either poor or very poor condition, according to a recent report to council.

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🐻 A juvenile black bear has been spotted multiple times in Fish Creek Provincial Park since June 16 with no aggressive behaviour reported. Wildlife officials say sightings in the area aren't unusual — carry bear spray and stay on designated trails.

💉 Alberta saw only a four per cent drop in opioid deaths last year, well below the national decline of 23 per cent, while EMS responses to suspected overdoses jumped roughly 65 per cent.

🏘️ Calgarians gathered at 54 community association events across the city for Neighbour Day on Saturday, with many noting the added importance of community connection ahead of the fall referendum.

🚨 Women in the Calgary Police Service are up nearly 37 per cent since 2015, but advocates say promotion barriers persist — 71 per cent of female officers nationally remain at the entry-level constable rank.

⚠️ A 17-year-old former student has been charged with attempted murder after a premeditated knife attack at Lester B. Pearson High School in northeast Calgary on Thursday.

🚗 A Calgary man faces impaired driving charges after a fatal crash near Sylvan Lake in May that killed a 65-year-old Red Deer man.

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Suhaib Hasmi, a Grade 12 student at Robert Thirsk High School in Calgary, has been named one of just 20 recipients across Canada of the TD Scholarship for Community Leadership, earning up to $70,000 toward his post-secondary education.

Having experienced homelessness as a child, Hasmi turned that early instability into a mission to build safe, welcoming spaces for vulnerable youth. At Calgary's Al-Salam Centre, he co-founded the Al-Salam Youth Club, unifying previously separate boys' and girls' programs into one inclusive group focused on personal development for children in Grades 1 to 6. The club supports kids affected by displacement, family crisis, and marginalization.

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🍴 Y Not Today: More than just a bubble tea spot, Y Not Today also serves smoothies and bingsu — Korean shaved ice loaded with sweet toppings — in flavours like matcha, taro, and brown sugar, with names inspired by your favourite films.

🍴 Native Tongue Taqueria: A Calgary staple with three locations, Native Tongues brings bold Mexico City-inspired flavours to the city — tacos, mezcal, cumbia, and one of the most extensive tequila and mezcal selections you'll find anywhere in Calgary.

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🎟️ Rodney's Oyster Fest: Rodney's Oyster House is hosting its annual Oyster Fest on Sunday, June 28, with a shucking competition, live DJ, silent auction, and prizes. Tickets are $45 plus tax and fees, which includes one drink and one food ticket. Proceeds go to The Mustard Seed

🎟️ En Plein Air Painting Workshop at Lougheed House: Canadian visual artist Carl White is leading a free outdoor painting workshop in the historic gardens of Lougheed House on Sunday, June 28. Participants will paint directly from the landscape, responding to light, atmosphere, and the surrounding historic and modern environment.

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