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RE: Best place to watch the Flames that is not the Saddledome?

The sports bars on 17th Ave get loud in a good way on game nights.

3 weeks ago
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RE: Why is it called YYC?

Airport code that became a nickname. You will also see it on merch everywhere.

3 weeks ago
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RE: Why is it called YYC?

It is the airport code and locals just adopted it as shorthand for the city. Same way Vancouver is YVR.

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RE: Moving to Calgary from Toronto, what should I know?

Seconding Bridgeland. Walkable, good food, easy train access.

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RE: Dog-friendly patios still open in October?

A few on 17th Ave keep the heaters going into late October. Call ahead though.

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RE: Moving to Calgary from Toronto, what should I know?

Welcome! The pathway system is amazing for getting around by bike in summer.

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RE: Moving to Calgary from Toronto, what should I know?

Property taxes and insurance are the gotchas people forget to budget for.

3 weeks ago
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RE: Moving to Calgary from Toronto, what should I know?

Chinooks will mess with your head the first winter. Totally normal.

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RE: Moving to Calgary from Toronto, what should I know?

Look along the C-Train lines if you have no car. Sunnyside, Bridgeland, Marda Loop are all nice.

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RE: Is the C-Train free downtown?

Free zone is 7th Ave downtown. Enjoy the visit!

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RE: Moving to Calgary from Toronto, what should I know?

The dryness. Get a humidifier for winter, your skin will thank you.

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RE: Is the C-Train free downtown?

Just hop on downtown, no ticket needed. The signage on the platforms shows the zone.

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