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Nov. 06, 2013 | Cody Stuart
Fort Calgary to Undergo Major Overhaul
Built in 1906, the Deane House is the only remaining North West Mounted Police (NWMP) building in Calgary. It was originally built on the west side of the site near 6th St. S.E. and was moved in 1914 to the current location of the Interpretive Centre.
Nov. 06, 2013 | Cody Stuart
Province Improves Transparency For Condo Buyers
With some condo buyers expressing concern about higher fees than were initially disclosed, the move will provide buyers with a standardized disclosure package, including an operating budget, at the time of purchase.
Nov. 06, 2013 | CREBNow
Flood Work Continues
The City of Calgary has begun to assess and prioritize approximately 100 riverbank erosion sites vulnerable to further erosion should the City not put measures in place to stabilize them.
Nov. 06, 2013 | Cody Stuart
How To: Prevent Frozen Pipes
Every year in Calgary, there are an average of 400 water main breaks. With an average of 2.6 people per household, that's a whole lot of Calgarians who are going to be left with messy clean ups, or even put out of their home due to broken pipes. With the water in Calgary's water distribution system measuring between 1 and 3 Celsius, it takes very little exposure to colder temperatures for it to freeze. That's why it is important to make sure your water service lines are not exposed to colder air during winter months. CREB® Now has compiled a few steps homeowners can take to lessen the risks of a broken water pipe in their home.
Nov. 06, 2013 | CREBNow
Beat The Cold With Winter's Best Blankets and Throws
Winter is upon us. It's that time of year for cocooning at home with a movie and a family size bowl of popcorn. It's also a perfect opportunity to inject a little colour and style into your space with comfy blankets and throws. Is your family room in the cool basement? Don't worry, I've test driven four of my favorite blankets of the season in frigid conditioning to help you make the perfect choice.
