Calgary is the brightest city in Canada
Calgary is known as one of the sunniest cities in Canada with an average of 333 sunny days per year! This means that you will have many opportunities to enjoy nature, whether it is walking, cycling or just walking within one of the beautiful parks.
Low Cost of Living
We have some of the lowest home prices of any major Canadian city. Our rent is cheaper and our taxes are lower! We even pay less for fuel at the gas station!
Career Opportunities
There are many industries to work in, including oil and gas, health care, technology, aviation, and finance. And if you just graduated from high school, Calgary is a great place to start your career!
Near the Mountains
People travel from all over the world to experience Kananaskis, Canmore and Banff, which we are so lucky to have in Calgary’s backyard, just a short drive away.
So Many Green Spaces
Calgary is home to the second largest urban park in Canada, Fish Creek Park. Calgary also has more than 21,000 acres of parks and natural areas to enjoy throughout the city.
Top Notch Restaurants
Many wonderful chefs have settled here. Alberta is known for its AAA rated beef. Whatever you do, the city has a variety of cuisines including Italian, Chinese, Indian, and Japanese.
+15 Walkway System
One of the most unique things about Calgary is the downtown +15 pedestrian system. This elevated access system connects many office buildings in the city so you can avoid cold winters, rain and hot summers!
Head Offices
Did you know that one in seven of Canada’s 800 largest companies is based in Calgary? This is because the city is a great place to do business. Because of our low taxes, it’s attractive for businesses to work here and lower overall costs.
Amazing Shopping
There are two major shopping malls in the city, CORE Mall and Chinook Mall. You can find everything you need from clothing to electronics. There are also many excellent shops in the city centre, so you can find unique items that you can’t find anywhere else.
Friendly People
Calgary is known for being a friendly city, so you will never feel like an outsider here! The people are friendly and helpful and there is always someone willing to help you.
Culturally Diverse
Calgary is a culturally diverse city that represents many different cultures. You will find that the city is very inclusive and everyone is welcome here. People of all backgrounds call Calgary home, so you’re sure to feel right at home here!
World Class Festivals
Continuing the list of reasons to move to Calgary, the city is home to many world-class festivals!
Calgary Stampede
Sled Island
Lilac Festival
Wine and Food Festival
Packwood Grand
Beakerhead
Calgary International Film Festival
The Imaginarium by WordFest
High performance Rodeo
Chinook Blast
Block Heater
BeerFest
Comic Expo
Folk Music Festival
Chasing Summer
Taste of Calgary
Country Thunder
GlobalFest
Expo Latino
Calgary Pride
The list goes on, there is something for everyone. You will never get bored in Calgary as there is always something going on here. Whether you like music, art or food, you will find a festival to suit you.
Chinook Warm Weather
Thanks to the warm Chinook winds, Calgary has warm days in the winter! These winds can raise temperatures to 20 degrees Celsius in just a few hours. Chinook winds also occur in the fall and spring, so warm weather can be enjoyed year-round.
Incredible Schools
We have two universities. University of Calgary and Mount Royal University. We also have other great higher education institutions such as SAIT Polytechnic Institute, Bow Valley College, and Alberta College of Art and Design.
The Zoo & So Many Other Things To Do
So many great facilities and museums in the city to check out.
Here are a few of our personal favourites
The Calgary Zoo
Telus Spark Science Centre
The Downtown Public Library
Studio Bell Music Museum
Heritage Park
Glenbow Museum
The Hanger Flight Museum
The Military Museum
Millenium Skate Park
Calaway Amusement Park
Fort Calgary
Rothney Astrophysical Observatory
Lougheed House
Royal Tyrrell Museum
The Saskatoon Farm
WinSport
Butterfield Acres
Olympic Plaza
Cobbs Adventure Park
Reader Rock Garden
…the list goes on
If you would like to know more about Real Estate options for Buying a Home in Calgary or Investment Opportunities, be sure to connect with us:
Sam Arora
REALTOR®
Ontario | Greater Toronto
Office: 2960 Drew Road – Suite 143, Mississauga, ON L4T 0A5
Reception: (905) 603-1111
Mobile: (437) 998 0699
sam.arora@aroracapitalrealty.ca
