Calgary Citizen Newsletter Tuesday Feb. 6

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Krista Sylvester, Managing Editor

👀 In today's edition:

• Trans rights battle brewing in Alberta

• Mayor comes under recall attempt

• Checking in on your career health

Today’s read time: Approx 4 minutes

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WORTH KNOWING

☁️ Today: High -5C, Low -8C. See the 7-day forecast.

🚗 Driving today? Check the current traffic situation, and find the city’s traffic report and road closures.

Need to know

🦛 Do hippos like snow? Calgary Zoo offered Sparky and Lobi a frosty treat during Sunday’s snowstorm.

📜 Calgary mayor Jyoti Gondek received a notice of recall petition. This is what it means.

💟 ‘I owe them my life:’ Calgary Flames legend Lanny Mcdonald says two off-duty nurses came to rescue during airport cardiac event.

🚨 More than 350 charges have been laid in Calgary fraudulent ID investigation. 

🗳️ 'Running to be the next premier': Kathleen Ganley announces bid for NDP leadership.

🛻 Okotoks tow truck operator remains in critical condition after crash south of Calgary.

🚨 Mounties out of Cochrane have charged a 73-year-old woman with attempted murder.

🚓 Five suspects arrested after cross-city police pursuit involving multiple stolen vehicles.

🏳️‍⚧️ 'The community feels very scared': Hundreds rally in Calgary against proposed transgender policies.

Prioritizing Career Health: Tips on how to do a check up on your career and why it’s important

Health and fitness resolutions are often top of mind, but organizational psychologist Dr. Laura Hambley says it’s becoming more important than ever to check in on career health. The Calgary psychologist launched Canada Career Counselling in 2009 as a way to help people find fulfillment in their careers. A recent McKinsey report revealed that the top reasons employees give for taking a new job is compensation at 46%, meaningful work at 35%, and workplace flexibility at 34%. These findings illustrate the growing need for a harmony between career success and personal fulfillment, according to Hambley who shared with us some tips on how to do a career health check.

What is the importance of career health?

Career health is your overall satisfaction, engagement, and fulfillment with your current career. It is positively impacted by the alignment between the work that you do and your values, interests, talents, and personality. Given how much of our waking lives are spent working, feeling engaged and productive in our work translates into our overall wellbeing. Career health is an important indicator of wellness, and should be “checked up on” periodically so we can decide when we might need to pivot jobs, industries or careers, or develop ourselves further.

Let’s talk about the bigger picture impacts of this?

Our fulfillment or dissatisfaction in our careers impacts our overall wellbeing, and is tied to stress and burnout. A person’s career is a key component of their overall well-being and needs regular review and evaluation, much like their physical health.

What are some tips or suggestions you have for people in this area?

Taken from my LinkedIn article, to effectively conduct a career health check, ask yourself these critical questions to evaluate job satisfaction: Do I look forward to Monday mornings, or do I dread them? Do I think about work outside work hours? Is my contribution valued and supported by my boss? Is my workplace culture healthy and supportive? Would I recommend my job to a friend? Does work stress affect my sleep? Have I considered a different career path? Your answers to these questions will help inform whether you may need to shift an aspect of your career or perhaps leave altogether.

Get more information here.

Where to eat and drink

🍴 Good Bread: This popular spot has been a hit since opening and is sure to satisfy your carb cravings with delicious options from the famous cruffins to scones, cinnamon buns, and more!

🍴 Saigon Maxim: This delicious Vietnamese spot uses special herbs and spices to marinate authentic Vietnamese dishes including satay beef subs, vermicelli bowls, and noodle soups.

🍴 ZCrew Cafe: Start the day off right at this brunch destination with classic menu options such as fried chicken and waffles on the wall of fame to delicious coffee options.

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

Local specials

💸 Central Taps: Every day between 2-5pm is happy hour and between 10-11pm is power hour at this central spot that has something for everyone.

💸 Blanco Cantina: There are so many amazing daily specials at this popular Mexican eatery that we didn’t know what to feature so check out the slate of promos yourself!

💸 Date Night in Banff: Stay and explore at the Banff Gondola during the most romantic month of the year. Albertans can sign up for Pursuit Rewards and save on accommodations, attractions, dining and more.

Have a promo suggestion? Message us and we might share it!

Things to do

🎟️ Space: A Journey to the Moon and Beyond: An out-of-this-world adventure exploring the galaxy through the James Webb Telescope launches on Feb. 9.

🎟️ Southwood Filipino Festival: Enjoy this free event on Saturday, Feb. 10 from 2-4pm with vendors and entertainment at the Southwood Community Hall at 11 Sackville Dr. SW.

🎟️ Cooking When Fatigued Feb 21 - Learn to prepare and cook healthy meals when you live with chronic fatigue or mobility issues related to neurological conditions or arthritis. This free, virtual class is hosted by an AHS registered dietitian and occupational therapist.*

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