I had the opportunity to live in Ottawa (for 5 years) and ( 3 years) Mississauga, Ontario, and (3 years) Victoria, BC, and moved to Calgary way back in the summer of 2012 since then we stayed here due to taxes. No provincial tax, the salary is way better and the gas is cheaper. House prices are also definitely way more cheaper than in the cities we used to live in. :)

@kamualbayer6946

Ай бұрын

Hey you forgot to add "downtown calgary is full with homeless and drug addicted people"

I found the people in Calgary very friendly and helpful. Love how it is close to the mountains and beautiful scenery. Thanks Alina and your mom for showing some lovely places in Calgary!

@AlinaMcleod

2 жыл бұрын

Aw glad you liked it too!

@stevan2399

2 жыл бұрын

Tyrannical and Oppressive: We see how the truckers were treated brutally at Coutts, Alberta. Then sent to prison without a fair trial. The government even seized crowdfunding accounts so they could hire attorneys. 🙄

@tubro541

2 жыл бұрын

Motorists aren't very friendly to cyclists. Pedestrians aren't very friendly to cyclists. It is dangerous to ride your bike in Calgary, if you choose to boycott fascist gas price hikes, to support fascist wars overseas...

@tubro541

2 жыл бұрын

@@stevan2399 in Calgary the overfunded police deploy all of their resources to intimidate non-violent protesters, instead of dealing with criminal complaints.

@cristoferchanimak

Жыл бұрын

I grew up here in Calgary. I didn’t realize we were so nice! I always thought Newfoundland people were EXTREMELY nice!!!

We moved to Calgary 4 months ago, it's a beautiful affordable city with beautiful Rocky Mountains. I was never a guy who would explore nature but since I moved here, every weekend we like to go out to the mountains and explore different cities, hikes, waterfalls etc. There is just so much to do if you love nature or like to live close to nature.

@frankihatch

2 жыл бұрын

BC is the best for that

@steven-k.

2 жыл бұрын

@@frankihatch My experience with newcomers is they hack it through one winter, then after two winters they realize the weather is like that every winter, then whether they stick around depends on how much money they're making, but generally people only stick around for more than ten years if they've got nowhere else to go. Also depends on how bad the first winter is, if it's mild they get a false impression. The people who usually stick around are from other prairie provinces.

@ted1558

10 ай бұрын

@@steven-k. Good point ! Calgary is not for everybody... I lived in Calgary for 20 years and now I returned to Europe. I have no reason to kill my self... because for me is wasting time and wasting health there... 8 months of winter, every year, is too much for human beings... Only if you make big money worth to stay.

@WizardHarry69

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for making life harder for the locals.

Almost ten years in Calgary. I won't live anywhere else in the world. That means a lot, considering I came from Lima Peru, a beautiful city in front of the Pacific Ocean. Calgary is perfect even in winter.

@MarioSeoane

2 жыл бұрын

@@ted1558 your answer is so wrong, that I don't know if you have understanding issues or Attention-deficit hyperactivity and conduct disorder . What part of "considering I came from LIMA PERU, a beautiful city IN FRONT OF THE PACIFIC OCEAN" you don't understand?

@tubro541

2 жыл бұрын

In what ways is Calgary better than Lima, Peru and in what ways is Calgary worse?

@MarioSeoane

2 жыл бұрын

@@tubro541 Security, traffic, quality of Life, clean streets, better salaries, public education, public healthcare, order, respect is better in Calgary. Beaches, amazing food, culture, history entertainment, night life, mild weather, cellphone plans, are better in Lima. kzread.info/dash/bejne/X5x8ps9mlKnJmtI.html

@ted1558

2 жыл бұрын

@@tubro541 it's a totally different world here, comparying Peru. There are much better things here and worse things here... Its a long discussion Pro and Cons. But i can shorten it, if you really want...

@movingtocalgary01

2 жыл бұрын

Calgary is the fastest growing tech, finance, logistics and film industry hub. 0$ land transfer tax, no sales tax. Affordable homes 🏡 close to world’s best national parks and towns like Banff, Canmore, Kanakaskis,Lake Louise,Lake Minnewaka, Drumheller, Jasper etc. recently Calgary ranked #3 most livable city in world 🌎 2022

Watching your live yesterday and this video today made it clear to me that you are blessed, Alina, both your mom and dad are lovely people. Thanks for the ride in Calgary, it’s beautiful!

@AlinaMcleod

2 жыл бұрын

I do feel very blessed 🙂 thank you

Native Calgarian , 59 years and still love this city 💖

Calgary is the fastest growing tech, finance, logistics and film industry hub. 0$ land transfer tax, no sales tax. Affordable homes 🏡 close to world’s best national parks and towns like Banff, Canmore, Kanakaskis,Lake Louise,Lake Minnewaka, Drumheller, Jasper etc. recently Calgary ranked #3 most livable city in world 🌎 2022

@SkySim

Жыл бұрын

Alberta sales tax is 5%.

Thank you so much Alina and your lovely mom to have shown us this wonderful city. Aniway Canada is a fantastic country and your videos allow us to know it better.

Great channel. Been watching your travel videos for a while. I’ve traveled the world myself. They are awesome. I have been living in Calgary for 3 years after living in Vancouver for 15 (London before that). I can tell you it has all the city things you crave (especially living central with great restaurants, festivals, brew pubs and night life) but the cost of living is so much cheaper. The sunny weather is great, and there is so much access to green space. People are mostly warm and friendly. It’s got a big hub airport for travel. Lots of job opportunities, especially emerging in tech, with offices in gorgeous buildings. The winters can be long however. It’s not London or New York, but it’s got a nice balance of city life without all the big city problems. As for Vancouver, It’s objectively gorgeous, but the cost of living even on a good salary is outrageous. You go months with rain and gray skies. Don’t really miss Vancouver at all. I have a nice apartment here that is triple the size, half the price, and better quality. It’s good here. Again, great channel.

@AlinaMcleod

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@rudyhachey7440

2 жыл бұрын

good on you Tony B, your well travelled great choice in chosing YYC

I like how your mom is looking at you as you explaining 🥺

Hello Alina, a very impressive video! Very cinematic shots, especially the head from inside. I also like the architecture of the library and of course the sunny weather. Best Regards, Ralf

very beautifully described. Thanks Alina n mom.

I had no idea Calgary was so nice, Alina! Thank you! The music you chose for this video was cool as well.

Great showing from you again. I loved the music you chose on this video, it really put us in the mood. Great information regarding the economic facts, it is really a city that has it all. Beautiful buildings and of course a big thanks to your Mom for joining in, and your Dad yesterday, what a treat for the week. Thank you so much for always giving us your views, your ideas and your open willingness to always share anything even when we know how far you always go the extra mile. Stay safe, and looking forward to more, there is not one video we do not like, in fact it is hard to find favorites from you because they are all great! Your friends are always here for you, including our family. Cheers, Alina!!! ❤😊

@AlinaMcleod

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

I love seeing how you get along with your mom!

This is amazing. I like this video format with your parents. Very beautiful city. Thanks for your work.

Oh wow Calgary looks great! I've had Canada on my travel bucketlist for a while now and you're definitely making it soar even higher! xoxo

@AlinaMcleod

2 жыл бұрын

I’m happy to hear that!

@Liberal_From_Prairies689

2 жыл бұрын

Looks are deceiving.

@april8978

2 жыл бұрын

Come in the summertime unless you like cold and are coming for skiing or snowboarding.

Wow definitely adding Calgary to our list. Planning on going back to Vancouver for a longer stay, but now thinking of adding in Calgary probably in a separate trip most likely. Thanks for this really informative video Alina. As always it's great to see you with your mom!

@AlinaMcleod

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure and hope you enjoy your time there!

Born & raised Calgarian here. Just so you know, it is pronounced "Calgry". The second "a" is silent.

@kaylanicolle6103

2 жыл бұрын

Born and raised as well, I say the "a"

@Rusty945

2 жыл бұрын

@@kaylanicolle6103 it's a free country to say things wrong I guess. Especially your own city.

@kaylanicolle6103

2 жыл бұрын

@@Rusty945 yeah definitely free country to say things right. especially my own city

@hummingbird11

2 жыл бұрын

@@kaylanicolle6103 , oh my! I'm embarrassed for you.

@kaylanicolle6103

2 жыл бұрын

@@hummingbird11 I wouldn't be, you say it your way, I say it my way. No one is wrong 😂

Thx for this informative story about Calgary. Must go to explore this beautiful city.

Super, nice to see Mom & you.

Welcome home nice to see you with your Mom

Thank you for this amazing video!

Love seeing Calgary through your lens. It was our home before moving to Thailand ❤️

@rudyhachey7440

2 жыл бұрын

hi Flora and Nate see you have been tuned in. Hope to see you back in calgary, although you can't beat Thailand. Greetings from yyc

@movingtocalgary01

2 жыл бұрын

Calgary is the fastest growing tech, finance, logistics and film industry hub. 0$ land transfer tax, no sales tax. Affordable homes 🏡 close to world’s best national parks and towns like Banff, Canmore, Kanakaskis,Lake Louise,Lake Minnewaka, Drumheller, Jasper etc. recently Calgary ranked #3 most livable city in world 🌎 2022

Awesome video!

Been in YYC since 2007, and it is one of Canada's most livable cities. The cost of living is certainly attainable.

Hi Alina... my wife and I lived in Calgary between 2006 and 2008. Shortly after we arrived, they announced they passed the 1,000,000 population milestone. The one street I thought you may have covered was Stephen Ave... it is a pedestrian roadway no vehicles... lots of shops. Always enjoy your videos. Thanks so much!

Great information along with good music.

So nice to see Mom. Calgary has always been our favorite city in Canada. We've been many times. Harriet and I have said that if we couldn't live in the United States. Calgary would be the choice city for us. We can see why your mom chose it . Quality of Life. Sending you both lots of love💖💖💖 Harriet, Jim and Yuki.

@AlinaMcleod

2 жыл бұрын

That's wonderful to hear!

@devoidbmx1

2 жыл бұрын

I live near Calgary and I hate going there. It’s just shopping malls and suburbs and the downtown seems quiet and dead. It’s nice to hear other peoples perspective, perhaps I should be more greatful for the city that I can easily drive to.

Really helpful!!

Thanks for the tour.

i found Calgary a lovely place to visit many years ago. great video thanks for posting lovely Alina

Fond memories of Calgary!!! We were brake testing a new version of the Light Rail Vehicle and flatted the wheels (which take many hours to retrue)...We had a day to spare and visited nearby Banff!!! and the Dinosaur museum ! Awesome town...cold in Winter!!!

I have lived in Toronto, Vancouver and now Calgary. I pay 1450 for a fantastic fully furnished condo in the East village. Weather is tolerable in the winter you just have to find alternatives for when the weather drops -40. There is also a network of bridges that are covered that connect most of the high-rises so you don't have to brave the cold

Thank you very much for the tips

Great video, thank you! Greetings from Brazil

This is awesome. I just got back to Calgary after 3 years away. Always enjoy my time here.

I come from the very east of Canada (Newfoundland and Labrador) I have also lived in Ontario. This place has the best weather, especially sunshine in Canada. You also get little snow compared to the eastern provinces. You also have the Chinooks which are a pleasant surprise during the winter season.

Beautiful images👌👌👌🙂

I really enjoyed from your show thank you

Hi Alina. I thought you would be here in Calgary and show the Stampede party... this year the party is very special!

Thank you Alina🌍

never been there always wanted to visit this city but work always seems to get in the way some day though thanks for the tour

I'm moving there in a few months! I loved this video :)

@AlinaMcleod

Жыл бұрын

I hope you have a great time!

Wow! There was a conveyer belt bringing the sushi! Super cool! 👍😃 I want to move to Montana, that is just south of you. I'd visit Alberta alot.

A nice Calgary trip! I went to Calgary back in 2018 and last year!❤️❤️🇨🇦🇨🇦

*GOD BLESS MY FAVOURITE TRAVEL KZreadR AND HER MOM!*

Beautiful video

Seems very lovely. I'll add it to my bucket list.

When I was visiting, I attented a concert in the downtown area, & the concert hall was beautiful! By the way, the hat that you wore, made you look even more attractive! Best.

lovely video

Calgary is an awesome city. I've been there many times. I have many relatives in Calgary. My dad would take me and my siblings to Calgary, from Edmonton in the 1970s, to visit family there. I thought your mom was speaking Ukrainian. Also, I have a mixed Slavic ancestry, including Ukrainian. I have relatives in many parts of Canada. Thanks for this awesome video. Cheers! ✌️🇨🇦

@ruabossy4700

Жыл бұрын

Russian. They are Russian speaking.

Amazing ,,, Thanks

What a stunning city, had no idea Calgary was this beautiful 😍

A video can't really capture how beautiful the library is, both interior and exterior. Not sure about the wood used for the interior but I was told the wood used outside were from a forest with diseased trees so they put the trees in good use.

Very insightful video. Brought back memories of my amazing visit last month :) What I liked about Calgary is that it has all the makings of a modern city without being too overwhelming like Toronto. Appreciate your research on the rental market as I've started exploring options for the future, and Calgary is currently one of my top choices.

@AlinaMcleod

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, Calgary is definitely an amazing option for real estate in Canada at the moment!

Hey Alina McLeod nice tour in Calgary, Alberta nice rocky mountains, temperature, restaurante, comida, company, un bellisimo dia soleado y te miras sensatiooooooooonal! con tu camisa blanca

Dear Alina, I missed you so much, and your mom.

The cold winters would really bother me as Ireland is bad enough with the chill and dampness we have, but reading about the frigidness there is too much. I love how sunny it is though and summers would be a break from the cold months, but still too much for me. Loved your live show yesterday and your Dad is a sweetheart.

@AlinaMcleod

2 жыл бұрын

Aw thank you! So great to have you out yesterday and yeah the cold is not my favourite either.

@zli7616

2 жыл бұрын

Sunny weather in Calgary is extremly misleading. It is sunny in the winter months November to March but it is cold. April, May, June are mostly windy, it starts as sunny morning, turns out into a thunderstorm in the afternoon.

@DualPent1

2 жыл бұрын

We might hit -35 for a few days in Jan/Feb but at least when it gets cold here we are very dry at around 5-8% RH. So just wearing appropriate layers, you can be completely comfortable.

@rudyhachey7440

2 жыл бұрын

no place is perfect

@kellybrownlee6574

2 жыл бұрын

Calgary is the sunniest city in Canada.

I liked your vlog and I wish a great day

我在Calgary住了6年，这个城市如你所说，非常宜居。👍👍

Just got back from a week visiting family in Calgary. Food prices are high, but the weather is much better than in SW, ON. "It's not the heat, it's the humidity."

Cold weather is what you make of it. Dress for it and plan for it, it’s not so bad.

'Round these parts, we say "Calgree". Great video! 👍

What put Edmonton on the map was when the British rock band, Procol Harum recorded a live album with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, in 1971. This band was famous for the songs, A Whiter Shade Of Pale, and Conquistador. Calgary got put on the map due to different things, like Festival Express, in 1970, also known as Woodstock on wheels, and the Calgary Stampede. Famous musicians and bands come from Calgary, like Floyd Sneed, the original drummer from 3 Dog Night, (famous for Joy To The World), Tommy Banks, The Stampeders, Jann Arden, Paul Brandt, Feist, Lindsey Ell, and others. Cheers!

1.4 million that's the size of my city in my state but we are like 50 something in America for largest metropolitan city though. Strange to think my city would be 4th largest in another country. Amazing video ❤️❤️❤️

@carlosc2229

2 жыл бұрын

And what is your point? 🙂

My brother lives in Calgary with his family. I live in the arm pit of Canada (Ontario). Alberta is beautiful.

I sometimes miss living in Calgary, especially being close to the mountains. But the cost of rent has doubled since I left in 2010 which makes it challenging to afford to move back.

I lived in Calgary for over ten years and loved the city. The University of Calgary is one of the best institutions one will find anywhere, serving 40,000 students. If you live in the downtown area, they have Plus-15, which are enclosed glass walkways 15 feet above ground connecting many of the downtown buildings. These are great when the temperature is cold. The University of Calgary has a similar set up, but they are underground tunnels connecting many buildings, including all student residences. People are friendly and the city has always had a friendly young vibe about it. Finally, Calgary offers many multiethnic food choices that one would find in Vancouver or Toronto. Thank you for taking us on your journey around Calgary.

Luv yer mom!

my partners family is from there. I haven't visited but thankyou for showing these places. One day I will leave Vancouver

I visit Calgary four to six times a year. I like it as much as like any city, I prefer to live outside of any city, but within an hour of downtown. That way you can relatively easily access the benefits of a big city, but I don't have to live in a city. It's close proximity to the Rockies make it a winning location. Nice video tour.

@AlinaMcleod

2 жыл бұрын

That’s very true, best of both worlds

I was born in Winnipeg, but I've lived in Ontario (Toronto, Waterloo, Cambridge), Nova Scotia (Halifax), and spent time in other Canadian cities like Montreal, Ottawa, Vancouver, Edmonton, etc. Thank you for doing an honest profile on Calgary, it's too bad you didn't venture into the suburbs. One of the major positives I see in Calgary (likely due to the wealth provided by our natural resources) is the recreation facilities and schools built all over the city. I've lived in other Canadian cities where you see a substantial difference in the quality of services across the various sections of the city. In Calgary, the city has done an exceptional job building facilities in the rich, middle class, and working class neighborhoods. Downtown was an area that had the least amount of these services available, particularly with the closure of the downtown YMCA. I love Calgary, and I think it's wonderful it's getting recognized in Canada and Internationally as an amazing city to live, work, study, and play.

Calgary is the goat. Happy Stampede Y'all!

My home town its an great city with so much to offer in and outside the city..!

Left Calgary in Dec 2010 to Cranbrook with no desire to move back as you know Cranbrook is an awesome place to live

Great video, Calgary has changed so much since I was living there 1980-84. Was really kind of bland then, only remember Heritage Park as being somewhere I enjoyed going. Looks so much more alive now. Did your Mum move to an apartment?, I remember when you were quarantining a year ago she was in a townhouse. lol, sorry, probably seems nosey.

@AlinaMcleod

2 жыл бұрын

lol yes, she decided to move.

Oh lord how much I love thunder

Point Sushi, wow!

It seems so nice

Always enjoy your adventures when I tune in. Thanks. Drop by the Mount Pleasant Tennis Club and ask for Marc if you want to play some tennis and see more great views.

Hi Alina! 😄🙏👋🌟 I hope your having a super fantastic day! This is really a beautiful magnificent excellent video! The music in the video sounds really great! 😁👍❤️👏🇨🇦📹🎶🥇💯💫✨🌟 Wow! The city of Calgary looks so amazing and the architecture of the buildings is so incredible! Also the food at the Sushi Point Restaurant looks so delicious! Even the Calgary library is really marvelous! I would definitely like to visit the city of Calgary one day. It’s really a wonderful city! Thank you so much Alina to share with us this amazing super excellent video! You are the best and greatest world traveler adventurer in the world! 😃👍👏✈️🌎🧳🗺🥇💯🏆✨🌟 I wish you Alina a wonderful beautiful glorious blessed day. Take care and be safe Alina. 😊🙏❤️👋🇨🇦👍✨🌟

I lived in Calgary for a long time and see with my own eyes how this city has grown since the 80's. It's a beautiful city like many others but Calgary is where I chose as compared to Vancouver or Toronto; too crowded. If I want to go to the mountains it is only 45 minutes away to the west and if I want to see the Prairie then turn east.

@movingtocalgary01

2 жыл бұрын

Calgary is the fastest growing tech, finance, logistics and film industry hub. 0$ land transfer tax, no sales tax. Affordable homes 🏡 close to world’s best national parks and towns like Banff, Canmore, Kanakaskis,Lake Louise,Lake Minnewaka, Drumheller, Jasper etc. recently Calgary ranked #3 most livable city in world 🌎 2022

@tubro541

2 жыл бұрын

@@movingtocalgary01 when you're starting from zero, or almost nothing, it is easy to be the fastest growing.

@molinodeviento8598

Жыл бұрын

How did you feel there being a visible minoriy (sorry for such a blunt question). I am Asian and I heard that Alberta is primarily conservative province and it is like Canadian Texas - mostly white and not open minded about diversity.

@movingtocalgary01

Жыл бұрын

@@molinodeviento8598 that’s not true. Alberta has largest Indian Asian & Ukrainian 🇺🇦 people. Northeast Calgary is like Brampton full of Indian people, Indian restaurants, Indian grocery stores, temples and gurudwaras. Check it here kzread.info/dash/bejne/pICKm6mud9Kxnbw.html

@Philip_Early_Retirement

Жыл бұрын

@@molinodeviento8598 you are misinformed. Calgary has the least racial discrimination as compared to Vancouver or Toronto. I never discriminated as long as I can remember. There are huge communities of foreigners here. Actually it is a penalty for anyone who discriminate against anyone. You can file a complaint with the police and they will charge individual for discrimination.

The reason Calgary is so sunny is because the Rockies block moisture coming in from the west to some extent and in the winter it is very cold, so the RH drops to zero and there is no cloud (and then the snow builds up in the mountains which can lead to floods when it melts). It's extremely dry during the winter and bear in mind "winter" is the default setting, imx it lasts from around the week after Thanksgiving (Canadian) to the week after Victoria Day (depending on how you define winter, but I've seen it snow plenty of times in October and May and you need to wear a jacket). Downtown basically died back around 2014 when the oil price cratered and a lot of the oil majors and subsidiary companies either moved out or merged, so as a result, rental rates plummeted and that's part of the reason why downtown Calgary is a cheaper place to live than other major cities in Canada. Downtown Calgary is walkable, but because of the +5 system, walking outside for most of the year is unpleasant. But most people don't live downtown and I'm not really sure why anyone would unless your job is downtown (which is less and less common). There isn't much in the way of supermarkets for example. That's why you need a car, the further you get from downtown the crappier public transport is.

looks like a beautiful city

meanwhile me watching this when tons of tasks are waiting for me.... Just dreaming about living there one day (but the weather the weather is holding me off..)

My mom is also living in Calgary ;)

What’s the infrastructure like for electric vehicles in Calgary? Lots of charging points?

Are there areas where there are cafés or a Chinatown? Or will that be another area of the city? I’m coming from a tiny village in Sussex UK! I’m a female travelling alone and recommendations would be great.

Be Happy Be Positive

I lived there 2001 to 20012. They took out all the free parking in 12 street behind Calgary tower and free parking in the street by casino Calgary is the second worts and most expensive parking from new York city

Such a beautiful place is Calagry

Did you live in Calgary with your mom when she left Northern Sascatchewan? Or did that happen after you left town?

You can get anywhere in Calgary via a combo of bicycle & C-train. I've lived here all my life, & ride a bicycle to the core year-round. The number of separated cycle tracks is growing yearly, & we have a thousand kilometers of multi-use pathway that can connect you to anywhere you need to be. Please don't use scooters...😉

@april8978

2 жыл бұрын

Same here! Nice to see you here!! When I saw your comment I was thinking of you for a minute, then when I looked at who it was and it was you! 😂 I guess in Calgary we really get to know the people that like to live the lifestyle we live. I guess I am not the only one who rides my bicycle in rain, shine, or snow. The bus’s and C-Train are also awesome because most buses are equipped with bicycle racks and you can bring your bicycle on the train too. Also if it gets really cold or you just want to get wherever you are going you can jump into a taxi and they have bicycle racks too but overall I usually stick to riding my bicycle. 🚲

@jamesbenjamin7973

2 жыл бұрын

The urban sprawl over there is alarming like all the prairie cities

@purelyfixedyyc4039

2 жыл бұрын

@@jamesbenjamin7973 That is absolutely correct. The city counselors here pretty much live in the home builders pockets.

@jamesbenjamin7973

2 жыл бұрын

@@purelyfixedyyc4039 smh...what a travesty and joke, calgary has a geographical footprint same size as New York City, but less than one-sixth the population...let that sink in for a sec lol

Alina quando vc vai voltar no Brasil pra conhecer mais lugares incríveis

Which camera you are using please tell me? Please.

Hi dear , i wonder is it a good choice to leave paris for calgary ? what you think ,

Family!# Regards to your Mom!#

can you also make a video on edmonton?

I love Calgary after seeing this.