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Parachutes for Pets - 11|52 Gala

September 6 | Telus Convention Centre Hall E - 136 8 Ave SE

Support Parachutes for Pets at their second annual fundraising gala!

The 11|52 & Friends Formal is named for Ambassadors Mikael Backlund and Mackenzie Weegar of the Calgary Flames. This year, they welcome new ambassadors Dustin Wolf, Devin Cooley, Ryan Lomberg, Adam Klapka and friends and look forward to having guests join on the red carpet for a night of fun and surprises. Dress to impress for a night of cocktails, delicious dinner, games of chance, dancing, silent and live auctions and so much more! Proceeds from the event will go to supporting the great work that Parachute for Pets does in the community.

Purchase a VIP ticket to participate in a private cocktail hour and meet & greet with our ambassadors! Purchase tickets and find out more about Parachutes for Pets 11|52 Gala HERE.

Modern Steak - La Buca Pop-up

September | Modern Steak Stephen Avenue 100, 8 Ave S.E. | Southport 10606 Southport Road S.W.

Step into Tuscany this September at Modern Steak with La Buca. Inspired by the rustic elegance of Florence's steakhouses, this exclusive pop-up offers a luxurious six-course tasting menu for $159 (plus tax and gratuity) that will take you on a culinary journey through Italy. Featuring handmade pastas, exceptional cuts of beef and the rich flavours of Tuscany's finest wines, each dish reflects the time-honoured techniques and ingredients that make Italian cuisine beloved around the world. Add wine pairings to make it a complete experience. La Buca offers an unforgettable evening of fine food, wine and hospitality. Available Thursday through Sunday, book your table today!

For more information and to book a table, visit Modern Steak.

Youth Singers of Calgary - Free Open House

September 6, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | ATCO Performing Arts Centre - 1371 Hastings Crescent S.E.

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to sing, dance, and perform with the Youth Singers of Calgary? This is your chance to find out! YSC Open House is totally free and open to anyone ages 12–30 who’s curious about joining one of these divisions:

JUNIOR HI (Grades 7–9)
SENIOR HI (Grades 10–12)
ACT3 (Ages 18–30)

Come experience a real rehearsal, meet the artistic team, and connect with current members in a fun, low-pressure environment. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just starting out, you’ll feel welcomed and supported. The day will include a short warm-up and intro, fun music and choreography, meet-the-directors Q&A and time to mingle. Bring a friend—or three! The Youth Singers can’t wait to show you what makes their community so special.

Register HERE, and for more information, visit the Youth Singers of Calgary website HERE.

Contemporary Calgary - Erik Olson: In the Garden

September 25 - February 15 | Contemporary Calgary 701 11 St S.W.

Contemporary Calgary is excited to share 'In the Garden', a series of large-scale paintings that began during the early months of the pandemic in Düsseldorf. Inspired by Germany’s historic Hofgarten, these works explore the space between order and freedom, reality and imagination. Animals move, waters reflect and solitary figures pause in moments of reflection, inviting you into a world that is both familiar and surreal.

The garden in Erik Olson's paintings is a threshold, a space for imagination and transformation. Through vivid colour, light and perspective, Erik hopes to create a place where viewers can explore both the outer world and their inner landscapes.

Come see the series in person and experience the garden for yourself. Learn more about the exhibit HERE. For more information on all the exciting exhibits, visit Contemporary Calgary.

Client Spotlight - M3 Development Management

M3DM is a property development management firm that treats every project as a chance to merge creative vision with forward-thinking strategies. The firm maintains offices in Calgary, Victoria, Vancouver, Edmonton and Canmore.

A few notable projects:
BMO Centre Expansion - This project is a landmark for Calgary’s cultural and event landscape.

The Peaks Hotel, located in Banff, Alberta - The aging Homestead Hotel was replaced with The Peaks, a new hotel and suites designed to reflect Banff’s natural beauty.

Neoma - A 10-storey office-to-residential conversion in downtown Calgary. The project takes a holistic approach by offering shelter, transitional housing, affordable units and support services in one place. In September 2022, Calgary gained 82 new affordable homes and lost one more vacant office tower.

M3DM builds more than projects; they build communities. Visit www.m3dm.ca for stories of innovation shaping our cities.

Client Spotlight:

RE/MAX Calgary Realtor Katherine Bennett

More Canadians are moving west for affordable homes and new opportunities. RE/MAX Realtor Katherine Bennett has been named a Trusted Real Estate Professional by Home Network and HGTV star Scott McGillivray. She helps first-time buyers, families and investors make the move with confidence.

Katherine guides clients through every step and connects them with trusted local services. With her support, moving to Calgary feels exciting and stress-free.

Learn more at www.katherinebennett.ca or follow @katherinebennettrealestate.

Client Spotlight - MacuMira

New Hope for People with Vision Loss - MacuMira Therapeutic Inc. has released a new Health Canada–approved device to help people with dry age-related macular degeneration (Dry AMD). This eye disease affects about 2.5 million Canadians. The MacuMira Retinal Stimulation System is safe, painless and non-invasive. Each treatment takes about 30 minutes. It can help improve vision, making it easier to see details, read in low light and notice things more clearly. The device has already been used in over 15,000 treatments across Canada. It is now available at more than 130 clinics nationwide. Find a clinic near you at www.macumira.com/find-a-provider

Leaders from MacuMira Therapeutic Inc. and Clarity Eye Institute (Toronto) came together to celebrate the launch of MacuMira’s vision-restoring technology. From left to right: Matt Van de Ven (COO, MacuMira), Dr. Linda Schultz (VP Medical Operations, MacuMira), Rob Crate (VP Sales, MacuMira), Dr. Maryam Taheri-Shirazi (CEI), Shivender Jamwal (CFOO, CEI), Gabriella Scioli (Clinic Manager, CEI), Khawar Rao (Operations Manager, CEI), and Siddarth Shah (Clinic Manager, CEI).

Client Spotlight - Barclay Street Real Estate

Calgary’s commercial real estate market held steady through the first half of 2025, with $1.77 billion in sales with a total of 315 transactions. Multi-residential and industrial assets continue to attract strong investor demand, while retail saw a boost from major transactions such as the $125.5 million Hyatt Regency sale. Land and office activity slowed down largely due to pricing challenges and fewer large-scale deals. Looking forward to the second part of 2025 with fewer headwinds. Barclay Street Real Estate's President and CEO, David Wallach, is confident the strength of current fundamentals will drive a powerful second half for the investment market this year.

Get more commercial real estate insights at www.barclaystreet.com/research