Inside Calgary - January 2, 2026
January 5, 2026
What’s happening Phase 8 of the dynamic northwest community of Rockland Park is now released with new homeownership opportunities from some of Calgary’s top builders including, Brookfield Residential, Cedarglen Homes, Homes by Avi, and Morrison Homes. Perched atop a ridge overlooking the Bow River, Rockland Park offers incredible views of the river valley, city, and mountains. This northwest Calgary community is designed for those who love the outdoors, with scenic pathways, parks, and year-round recreation. Go to experiencerockland.com for more.

Qualico’s Days of Giving bridges communities
Qualico Communities’ Days of Giving is an annual social media campaign that takes place each December and highlights some of the many charitable partnerships and community initiatives the renowned developer supports throughout the year.
“While our philanthropic efforts are ongoing year-round, Days of Giving brings them together in one focused campaign—sharing one organization per post across our social platforms to raise awareness, recognize impact, and encourage community support” says Communications Specialist, Rishika Dave.
With an annual community investment of over $300,000, Qualico Communities supports a wide range of organizations and initiatives. “These partnerships reflect our long-standing commitment to strengthening communities through food security, family and senior support, accessibility, education, environmental stewardship, and local events that foster connection.”
Some of the beneficiaries of the initiative include, Meals on Wheels, Airdrie Festival of Lights, Habitat for Humanity-Southern Alberta. Bike Cochrane Annual Bike Swap, and many more.

Did you know?
Calgary’s TELUS Spark Science Centre is a science museum with interactive exhibits, multimedia presentations and educational demonstrations. It attracts more than 430,000 visitors annually, including over 82,000 students.
Calgary Renovation Show
Get excited for the 2026 Calgary Renovation Show, as the city’s biggest home DIY show brings in a ton of new presenters and products for the January 9-11 show at the BMO Centre.
Among the Sleep Country Main Stage headliners are popular Home Network personality, Kenny Brain, and DIY expert, Leigh-Ann Allaire Perrault.
Kenny is best known from Making It Home and Big Brother Canada, he brings a sharp mix of craftsmanship, creative problem-solving, and humour to his presentations. While Leigh-Ann is known for her hands-on, stylish, and budget-friendly DIY projects. She’s been featured in multiple Canadian design publications and spent six years teaching Colour Theory at Sheridan College.
Paired with exciting show features include Ask A Designer, Paint With Purpose with Rachel Lyon, and Powder Rooms: A Designer Mood Board Showcase, the Reno Show is the year’s first can’t-miss event. Go to calgaryrenovationshow.com for details and tickets.

Highfield Investment Group starts Spring Valley
There’s more to look forward to come spring other than just warmer weather, as Highfield Investment Group begins their latest development: Spring Valley in Airdrie.
“Spring Valley will offer homebuyers something truly special: a community that delivers both affordability and lifestyle without compromise,” says Highfield Investment Group Marketing Manager, Cale Marklund.
Located north of Yankee Boulevard in Airdrie, Alberta, Spring Valley is comprised of five contiguous quarter sections (approximately 800 acres). “As Airdrie’s growth has continued to hold steady, Spring Valley will help to meet the need for more affordable, attainable housing options offering buyers realistic price points and a family-friendly community design that encourages connection,” Marklund says.
On offer are duplexes from Partners Homes, single-family homes from Genesis Builds, NuVista Homes, and Trico Homes. For more updates, go to springvalleyairdrie.ca.