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Census 2011

Census 2011

Explore the stories behind the census data with our full coverage including an interactive map and census quiz.

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Voices Read She Says... by Jessica Napier in Tuesday's Metro

Columns

When students struggle

I was one of the parents hoping to ask a question during a conference call with Alberta Minister of Education Thomas...

Urban Compass by Janice Paskey


Fitzroy Gordon dials into his determination to launch new radio station

After a trip to Parliament Hill and intervention from the PM, Fitzroy Gordon finally launched G98.7 FM.

Turning Point


What we know so far about Whitney Houston's death

What happened to Whitney Houston?

The Word, Dorothy Robinson


Growing old gracefully in Calgary at the ripe age of 30

When I first moved to Calgary, I was in my early 20s and felt like I had my whole life in front of me.

In Defence Of by Mike Morrison


Poll

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Recent Blogs

We Will Always Love You

By now everyone knows that an American icon left us on February 11th, 2012...

Backbeat by Mike Benhaim


Global spaces: A serene oasis in Brooklyn

Name: Elsa Mehary Occupation: Designer behind the jewelry line, Mehary, and...

Kenya's Style by Kenya Hunt - Metro World News


Jazz Be Nimble

In the music "business", art is often eclipsed by commercialism, and...

Backbeat by Mike Benhaim


Is CBE's public engagement policy on the wrong track?

“Runaway train never going back. Wrong way on a one-way track… Seems like I...

Krause Encounters by Darren Krause

Metro Top Stories
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Hart family's DNA traced to the dawn of time

Long before turnbuckles and body slams became a way of life, ancestors of Calgary’s storied Hart family covered much of the known world. These findings have been brought to life by researchers with National Geographic’s Genographic Project, who approached The Hitman himself, Bret Hart, for a DNA sample this month. 2 February (2)


Dalhousie University strike vote on Monday

HALIFAX - The president of the faculty association at Dalhousie University says professors will take a strike vote on Monday. 10 February


Trespassers breached Peace Bridge: Alderman

It seems some Calgarians couldn’t wait to take a walk on the Peace Bridge. 13 February 00:26


Immigration inquiries flood local Greek society

Greek Canadians in Calgary say calls from friends and family members living in their debt-ridden homeland are becoming more desperate, with many exploring immigration. 13 February 00:31


Charges laid in fatal collision near Stettler

A 19-year-old Stettler man is in court today after being charged in the ongoing investigation of a fatal collision early Saturday. 13 February 00:37


Adele sweeps while Grammys honour Houston

LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Adele made a triumphant return to the stage at the 54th Grammy Awards on Sunday and left the gala with arms as full as her robust voice, but it was another diva whose memory dominated the evening as a grieving industry came together to mourn the sudden death of Whitney Houston. 13 February 02:20


Owner lucky to escape trailer explosion

Accidentally nudging a cushion onto a propane heater nearly cost a Calgary trailer owner his life early Sunday. 12 February 22:46


Dozens of child porn charges laid against former Calgary courts security guard

Calgary police believe social media was used to exploit the accused's relationship with the alleged victims. 10 February


Barbie's wardrobe celebrated at Fashion Week bash

NEW YORK, N.Y. - Barbie threw open the sparkly, pink doors of her dream closet to rock a party she hosted for her fellow fashionistas. 11 February


Chef’s newest clients are barking orders

It’s a five-star meal made with fresh, organic ingredients but this food isn’t served in an upscale dining room — it’s served up in a dog dish. 13 February 00:19


Harper talks oil, human rights on China trip

GUANGZHOU, China - Stephen Harper left the old political world of Beijing for a new industrial capital of China to deliver his strongest words yet on human rights and oil. 10 February


Harper trip highlights Canada-China changes

CHONGQING, China - A beaming Stephen Harper petting a panda may be the signature photo of the prime minister's four-day trip to China and also the signature symbol. 12 February


The belly of the beast

Something nasty lurks beneath the streets and sidewalks of London in Mob Hit Productions’ latest offering, Neverwhere. 9 February


WHO calls for final push against leprosy

MANILA, Philippines - The World Health Organization has warned that the battle against the age-old scourge of leprosy is far from over. It says 5,000 new cases are reported yearly in the Western Pacific, where the disease was declared eliminated in 1991. 13 February 02:27


Baghdad's romance grows with Valentine's Day

BAGHDAD - Iraq's capital is embracing Valentine's Day this year with a huge public display of affection in what its residents say is the nation's most amorous celebration of the holiday ever. 13 February 02:02


More human remains found at US ranch

LINDEN, Calif. - Authorities on Sunday unearthed more skull fragments and other human remains, along with clothes, a purse and jewelry, in a well in rural Northern California, an area where a convicted serial killer said there may be 10 or more victims. 13 February 01:09


Education budget comes with high expectations

Alberta school boards should be able to balance their books without sacrificing teaching positions or quality of instruction, says the education minister. 13 February 00:48


Santorum plans aggressive strategy against Romney

PORTLAND, Maine - A day after front-runner Mitt Romney regained some momentum in the Republican presidential contest, he faced the task of convincing Republican voters he is conservative enough to be the party standard-bearer and fending off a spirited challenge from rival Rick Santorum. 13 February 00:47


Suspects sought in stabbing

Two teenage suspects are being sought in relation to a stabbing that took place Saturday night outside a northwest condominium complex. 13 February 00:38


Charges laid in fatal collision near Stettler

A 19-year-old Stettler man is in court today after being charged in the ongoing investigation of a fatal collision early Saturday. 13 February 00:37


Immigration inquiries flood local Greek society

Greek Canadians in Calgary say calls from friends and family members living in their debt-ridden homeland are becoming more desperate, with many exploring immigration. 13 February 00:31


Trespassers breached Peace Bridge: Alderman

It seems some Calgarians couldn’t wait to take a walk on the Peace Bridge. 13 February 00:26


Chef’s newest clients are barking orders

It’s a five-star meal made with fresh, organic ingredients but this food isn’t served in an upscale dining room — it’s served up in a dog dish. 13 February 00:19


Peru: Leftist rebel leader captured wounded

LIMA, Peru - Peruvian troops captured on Sunday the wounded leader of a remnant of the once-powerful Shining Path rebel group, effectively dismantling a well-armed outlaw band that lived off the cocaine trade, President Ollanta Humala said. 13 February 00:00


ASIRT investigate after cops shoot teen in northern Alberta

A 16-year-old has been shot by police in northern Alberta after officers allege he attempted to flee when they were trying to stop a stolen vehicle. 12 February 22:56


Owner lucky to escape trailer explosion

Accidentally nudging a cushion onto a propane heater nearly cost a Calgary trailer owner his life early Sunday. 12 February 22:46


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