Jordan Scott is a Calgary writer with over a decade of experience in commercial production, broadcast programming, and documentary narratives.
Community News
Calls for Expanded Vaccine Access Medical experts at Alberta Children’s Hospital are sounding the alarm, urging expanded access to childhood vaccines to combat falling immunization rates. Pediatricians have called for routine immunizations to be available within hospitals, especially for children already admitted for other reasons, citing missed opportunities under
Community News
Calgary Reflects on a Road Not Taken: The 2026 Olympic Bid An online post recently sparked discussion, envisioning Calgary in the final stages of preparing for the 2026 Winter Olympics. However, the international spotlight for Milano Cortina 2026, set for February 6-22, 2026 in Italy, will not shine on Alberta.
City News
Unpacking Calgary's Eating Habits Understanding what and where Calgarians eat is crucial for our city's dynamic food service industry. Ipsos, a global leader in market research and polling, tracks these behaviors daily. Their "FIVE" syndicated consumption diary, launched in 2013, annually captures detailed data
Community News
Fenced Hunts Spark Community Outcry A provincial decision to permit the hunting of elk and deer on fenced farms has ignited heated debate among Albertans. Critics are quick to assert that such practices fall short of genuine hunting and raise significant public health concerns. The Alberta government is indeed moving
Community News
Police Pursue Man with Extensive Warrants A recent announcement from the Calgary Police Service has ignited considerable community discussion regarding public safety, as authorities actively seek Rick Gatwech, 22. Gatwech is wanted on an astonishing 40 outstanding warrants, prompting renewed concerns about repeat offenders and the efficacy of the justice
Community News
UCP AGM Sparks Protest Discussions As the United Conservative Party's (UCP) Annual General Meeting approaches, set for November 28-30, 2025, in Edmonton, community sentiment suggests a growing interest in organizing protest actions. Many residents express frustration, viewing the AGM as a prime opportunity for visible public dissent. Initial
City News
The rise of GLP-1 type medications like Ozempic and Wegovy is not just a health trend; it's a significant force reshaping Canada's, and particularly Calgary's, food and beverage landscape. With between 900,000 and 1.4 million Canadians currently using these drugs, and projections
City News
Premier Danielle Smith's UCP government faces intensifying criticism over its repeated use of the notwithstanding clause, fueling a public debate about provincial leadership and its impact on vulnerable Albertans. Community voices allege a “flippant” application of this constitutional tool, first seen in “Bill 2, The Back to School
City News
Calgary's Public Washrooms: Mapping Dignity and Access The City of Calgary’s Corporate Structures List (CSL), a comprehensive geospatial dataset detailing assets owned, managed, leased, or partnered by the city, includes a crucial Public Washrooms Map. While this map inventories facilities across Calgary’s recreation centres, parks, and
Business
Sleeping Giant Capital Concludes Successful AGM in Calgary Sleeping Giant Capital Corp. (TSXV: SSX), a company with non-operated oil and gas assets in Alberta, held its annual general meeting in Calgary on November 18, 2025. With 50.48% of shares represented either in person or by proxy, shareholders demonstrated strong
Community News
"Local Banksy" Sighting Sparks Calgary Street Art Debate A recent social media buzz about a "local Banksy" piece spotted on Calgary's bustling 17 Avenue & 9a Street SW has ignited discussions about urban art. While the comparison to the elusive, England-based artist Banksy highlights
Crime & Safety
Incidents Unfold Across Calgary Retailers Calgary Police have laid voyeurism charges against an Airdrie man following two separate incidents at major Calgary retail locations where it's alleged he intentionally filmed women and girls without their consent. The first incident occurred on Monday, June 30, 2025, at approximately 3:
