Calgary is the sixth best city to live in Canada (16 spots ahead of Edmonton!), according to Numbeo’s 2026 Quality of Life Index, which compares hundreds of cities around the world and ranks them based on everything from affordability and climate to health care, safety and even traffic.

It’s time to dig up some dirt as the development of Clearwater Park residential begins in the City of Chestermere

On the east side of the Elbow River bordering Mission sits a hidden gem – the community of Erlton. Here, pockets of vintage heritage homes along with architecturally pleasing townhomes and condo developments are tucked away along the east banks of the Elbow River, mere steps from the trendy streets of Mission.

"Erlton is one of Calgary's best kept secrets. I love living here. It's just such a small, connected community," said Viccy Grace, an area resident and president of the Erlton Community Association. She and her husband purchased and refurbished a century-old home on the hill in Erlton.