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Author Archives: Stephanie Babych
Stephanie Babych is a journalist based in Calgary. She was a reporter for the Calgary Herald and Sun for four years, and is a graduate of Mount Royal University’s journalism program. During her time at the Herald and Sun, Stephanie reported on daily news as well as the COVID-19 pandemic, refugees and immigration, mental health and domestic violence.
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MPP’s resignation highlights gaps in child-care system
An MPP quit in July, citing inadequate child care for irregular work hours. She isn’t the only parent affected by gaps in Canada’s child-care system
Posted inProfessional
Veterinary labour shortage being felt across Canada
A severe labour shortage is affecting the quality of care veterinarians can provide to Canadian pet owners and animal producers
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Tech company relocates HQ to Calgary, citing growing tech sector
Canadian Affairs sat down with the CEO of Eventcombo to discuss why he is moving the company’s headquarters to Calgary
Posted inCulture
Forever young: Octogenarian competes in Cowboy Up Challenge
Competing with his horse in extreme cowboy races has kept 80-year-old Jim Ochs young. The Kansas cowboy raced against the best of the best through the gruelling obstacles of the Cowboy Up Challenge at the Calgary Stampede this week. “It’s kept me healthy and young – for my age,” said Ochs on Wednesday. Ochs and […]
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Calgary businesses, startups are big beneficiaries of Stampede
Calgary’s tech industry and startups are starting to leverage the Stampede as a catalyst for growth
Posted inFamily
Calgary Stampede has lots to offer families and kids
There is no shortage of fun and budget-friendly activities for families and kids at this year’s Calgary Stampede
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Uber for Teens gives Calgary parents options
The battle of the weather guys: Experts diverge on whether the summer heat will bring on more forest fires
Posted inPolitics & Policy
What Alberta farmers want from re-elected UCP
United Conservative Party counted on farmers’ support in the May election. Can farmers count on UCP’s support in a tough year?