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Head east out of the city, away from the glow. The roads past Chestermere get dark fast.

The chinooks help. You get these random warm sunny days mid winter.

Sunniest major city is the claim and it holds up. The cold just makes it feel less sunny.

Take it slow the first few storms. Everyone was a newbie once.

Watch for black ice on shaded corners in the morning.

It is true for sunshine hours. We get over 2300 a year. Cold and sunny is the default.

If it is minus 30, give your car a few minutes to warm up and go easy at first.

A few good shawarma spots on 14th St. Big portions for the price.

Keep an emergency kit in the trunk: blanket, snacks, phone charger.

The food court on 16th Ave has solid cheap options. The Vietnamese place is a steal.

Bridge decks freeze first. The city is full of them.

Leave way more following distance than you think you need. Brake early and gently.