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Turns out most of you haven't spotted Calgary's grazing goats at Nose Hill yet — but you want to. Over 80 per cent of you said "not yet, but I'd like to," with several readers hoping to see the herd in person or noting they'd love to see the program expanded to other parks. A few who have already seen them called it a clever, feel-good way to care for the land. Here's hoping more of you get the chance to spot them before the month is out.

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The search for Parker, an 11-year-old boy missing since Thursday, is now being supported by the RCMP alongside Calgary Police Service search teams. Parker was last seen at his day home in the 0 to 100 block of Connaught Drive N.W. sometime between 11:08 and 11:41 a.m. on July 16. Clothing believed to belong to him was found around noon that day in the 0 to 100 block of Northmount Drive N.W., and CCTV footage captured him later that afternoon, at 12:52 p.m., in the 5000 to 6000 block of Travis Crescent N.E.

More than 300 CPS members have been involved in the search so far, alongside about 120 trained volunteers coordinated through Search and Rescue Alberta. Police have reviewed roughly 50 hours of CCTV, security camera, and dashcam footage, and have received and assessed about 90 tips. Search efforts now are increasingly focused on areas tied to Parker's last known movements, with officers canvassing communities, following up on leads, and reviewing new footage as it comes in. Investigators have also used details from Parker's family about his interests to guide the search — including playing some of his favourite Disney songs from patrol vehicles in search areas.

Parker is neurodivergent and non-verbal, and police say he may become more frightened if approached by strangers. Anyone who sees him is asked not to approach, but to keep him in sight and call 911 immediately.

Police are asking Calgarians who want to help to be mindful of a few things: avoid areas where official searches are underway, don't interfere with search operations, stay off private property without permission, and be cautious of the heat if searching independently. Parking is limited near the search area, so residents are asked to keep access routes clear for emergency vehicles.

Residents can help by checking their own properties — garages, sheds, pools, hot tubs, and other spots a child might seek shelter — and by reviewing home security footage. Anyone with relevant footage or information is asked to call police at 403-266-1234, submit tips online, or contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 or through the P3 Tips app.

Parker was last seen shirtless, wearing dark shorts and black noise-cancelling headphones. He is described as 4'11", about 90 pounds, with brown hair, a shaved head, and brown eyes.

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🏭 A proposed AI data centre in Wheatland County is facing strong resident pushback over noise and transparency concerns. Council has approved early rezoning readings, with a final vote set for August 11.

🗳️ Five questions on Alberta's October referendum ballot could affect health care and education access for the province's 260,000 temporary residents. Critics say the wording is confusing and could create unequal tiers of service.

🚔 A man died after collapsing during an arrest in southeast Calgary's Abbeydale community on the weekend. ASIRT is investigating the police use of force involved.

🎭 The Werklund Centre modernization project is asking Calgary to nearly double its funding contribution to $125 million, part of a $345 million transformation. Farkas says any city commitment should hinge on matching provincial and federal funds.

⚠️ A Calgary man convicted of a violent 2019 sexual assault faces seven to 10 years in prison. The judge will deliver his sentencing decision next month.

🚗 A Calgary driver was caught going 191 km/h in a 100 km/h zone on Stoney Trail while watching a video on his phone. He failed a roadside alcohol test and now faces a suspended licence, an impounded vehicle, and multiple fines.

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Calgarians facing barriers to care will have an easier path to essential prescription medications under a new pilot partnership between the City's Fair Entry program and GreenShield. Eligible Fair Entry clients can now be referred to GreenShield's Essential Medicines program (EMP), which provides no-cost access to select essential prescriptions for up to 12 months for people without drug coverage.

Fair Entry is the City's single access point for multiple subsidy programs, with eligibility based on income, residency, and in some cases age. Since launching in 2015, it has connected eligible Calgarians to a range of subsidy programs through one application, with approvals valid for 12 months. There are currently 130,000 Calgarians approved for Fair Entry.

GreenShield, Canada's only national non-profit health care and insurance organization, reinvests its earnings into initiatives like the EMP, which launched in 2023. Since then, the program has helped more than 11,000 people across multiple provinces access medications and has enabled over 16,000 prescriptions to be filled.

"It's important everyone knows they belong in Calgary," said Mayor Jeromy Farkas. "As increasing costs and inflation continue to add pressure to families across our city, and in every community, it's important the City of Calgary is a part of the solution."

Mandy Mail, Executive Vice President and Head of GreenShield Cares, said the partnership is about removing barriers so people don't have to choose between medication and other necessities.

The pilot aligns with Fair Entry's broader mandate to reduce red tape and connect low-income Calgarians to services through a centralized intake.

🍴 Canela: A Calgary bakery specializing in fully vegan pastries, born from a homemade cinnamon roll recipe and now a favourite in the city's plant-based community. Founded by a Mexican immigrant baker — Canela means cinnamon in Spanish — with Mexican flavours woven throughout.

🍴 Kondattam Indian Kitchen & Bar: A downtown Indian restaurant serving North Indian tandoori dishes and South Indian coconut curries with a modern twist. Woman-owned and BIPOC-operated, with a focus on local sourcing and a lively, communal atmosphere.

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🎟️ PlayLab: Circuit Jam: Studio Bell's hands-on music studio lets kids build simple circuits and turn them into sound, with the next drop-in session running July 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. It's designed for ages 9 to 12 and admission is free.

🎟️ Inglewood Sunfest: Calgary's Inglewood neighbourhood turns into a street festival on July 25, with live music, street performers, and more than 200 vendors selling everything from artisan crafts to community wares. It runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and is free to attend.

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