Calgary, located in the Canadian province of Alberta, is a picturesque city known for its high quality of life. It has beautiful scenery from its rivers to its foothills and prairies. Many begin their ascent up the Canadian Rockies from this beautiful city. So whether you have visited Calgary before or you are a frequent visitor, ask yourself these questions. Why only visit? Why not live in Calgary instead? Here are some reasons why you should make that move and begin enjoying a higher quality of life.
Squeaky Clean
Calgary is considered to be one of the world’s cleanest cities, both literally and in practice. The region prides itself on having good quality sustainable drinking water, hardly any air pollution, and clean sewage systems. That is because the city is strict in keeping things clean with their hefty fines for littering. For instance, smokers who drop their cigarette butts on the ground will receive a fine of up to $1,000. That amount is enough to deter even the avid of smokers from throwing away their butts on the sidewalk.
Reliable Transportation
If you are like me and prefer to take mass transit most of the time, then Calgary and its suburbs is the place for you. Calgary’s transit authority, Calgary Transit, has a network of buses and trains with a fleet size of over 1,200 active vehicles. They have over 160 bus routes and 46 train stations to serve you anywhere throughout the area. Their light rail, CTrain, is 100% powered by renewable wind-generated electricity and is the only light rail train (LRT) system to do so in North America.
An Outdoor Enthusiast’s Dream
As briefly mentioned, Calgary has rivers, foothills, prairies, and is close to the Canadian Rockies. With that said, this city has more than enough outdoor activities for outdoor lovers, no matter the season. During spring and summer seasons, you can bike or walk along one of Calgary’s famous rivers, the Bow River. The Bow River originates from the Canadian Rockies and makes its way through Calgary’s downtown. If you prefer to be on the water, then you can float your way down the Bow River or go surfing. Surfing? Yes, you read it correctly. You can surf or watch surfers do their thing under the 10th Street Bridge on the Bow River. Calgary is also known for the Calgary Stampede, a rodeo event, held annually in the summer. In the fall, the city and its suburbs transform into beautiful autumn colors. Hike through scenic routes or take a step back in time and head over to Heritage Park. You can enjoy Heritage Park in any season; however, fall would be the best time to go both for pictures and weather. There are also plenty of things to do during winter. You can go ice skating, sledding (tobogganing), skiing, and ice fishing, just to mention a few winter activities. You can also enjoy the Canadian Rockies, whatever the season.
Neighborhoods
So, you are convinced and are ready to move to Calgary. The city will be jam-packed, and you may find it challenging to find a home there. Consider looking for Auburn Bay homes for sale. Auburn Bay is a relatively new residential neighborhood in the suburbs of the city. It is located in the southeast quadrant of Calgary. Calgary Transit also services the area, so transportation is a given. This close-knit and diverse neighborhood has two schools, a mall, and several recreational facilities that include a dog park.
These are only to mention just a few reasons why you should make that move to Calgary. So, what are you waiting for? Get to it. Start looking for a forever home so you can move to this beautiful city and suburb. You and your family will have access to endless outdoor activities without leaving the comforts of the modern world behind — a win-win situation for all.
