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The City of Calgary is addressing its housing crisis by constructing three new residential developments and converting two vacant office buildings into residential units, adding 1,100 new homes. Mayor Jyoti Gondek announced that these projects will revitalize downtown and generate over $350 million in private investment, with the city contributing $20 million. The developments include…

Investment scams are a focus during Fraud Prevention Month, exploiting economic stress to target individuals with promises of high returns and low risk. Common scams include social media fraud, Ponzi schemes, and cryptocurrency schemes. Red flags include unrealistic return promises, pressure to invest quickly, and unregistered sellers. It's crucial to verify offers, be cautious of…

Buying a home is a major investment, and home insurance is crucial for protection against unforeseen events. It covers the building, contents, liability costs, and emergency living expenses. Although not mandatory in Alberta, mortgage lenders might require it. Insurance costs depend on factors like replacement cost, location, and security features. Coverage includes personal property, liability,…

कनाडा सरकार ने अपना हाउसिंग डिज़ाइन कैटलॉग पेश किया है, जिसमें कम घनत्व वाले इन्फिल विकास के लिए आवास की सुलभता बढ़ाने के लिए मानकीकृत टेम्पलेट शामिल हैं। इस कैटलॉग में विभिन्न आवास प्रकारों और साइट स्थितियों के लिए डिज़ाइन शामिल हैं, जिनमें अल्बर्टा के लिए सात विशेष टेम्पलेट हैं। ये डिज़ाइन निर्माण लागत को…

Calgary and Alberta face significant risks from potential U.S. tariffs, particularly as the city exported $119 billion in goods to the U.S. in 2023, primarily in energy. With 80% of Calgary's GDP reliant on U.S. exports, the impact of tariffs could be severe, especially on incomes. While energy exports may face a lower tariff rate,…