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FOUNDER & PUBLISHER Mandy Balak

That’s right YYC, our feet are firmly planted. We ain’t going nowhere. This issue, titled “The Embrace,” is all about being present. To embrace is to accept or support, willingly and enthusiastically. We challenge you to stay put this summer and embrace everything our awesome city has to offer. Ask anyone in our city what he or she loves most about Calgary and the answers will vary. It could be a restaurant, a community, or our awesome mayor. It could be our close proximity to the mountains or perhaps our cowboy culture. While all these things are great, it’s really about something else. Whether you’re homegrown or a converted Calgarian the reason people want to live here is the same – it all comes down to people. The energy in Calgary is infectious. Our city’s got pulse. There’s plenty to love about YYC, but often our vision is blurred and our gratitude stifled by cold long winters. With the changing season comes a fresh opportunity to enjoy all that our city is and all it is becoming. “Staycation” is the new vacation. Peel off the layers and come out of hibernation – the sun is shining. Our cover story is a perfect example of blooming where you’re planted. We’ve told the story of a local painter who forged her own path and found success within a city known more for its oil than its art. For tasting, we’ve tossed things up with deliciously unique salads and we’ve given you the low-down on Calgary’s tasty food trucks. Need some motivation to work off all that curbside dining? Our fitness guru Joanna Magik inspires you to find your rhythm while working up a sweat.

MANAGING EDITOR Bronwyn Hendry

LEAD DESIGN Ivy Truong

COMMUNITY CONNECTOR Shelby Stewart

BRAND SPECIALIST Mark Hogan

RESIDENT PHOTOGRAPHERS Brittany Back Krystal Boyd

FASHION DIRECTOR Kim Noseworthy

Summer in our city is fast and furious. We’ve compiled the ultimate line-up of events to attend and patios to sit on – keeping your FOMO* to a minimum. There’s something cool to look forward to every week and we would hate for you to miss out. On the dating front, we embrace the different stages of romance. Whether you’re relishing the sweetness of a summer fling, or enduring the kind of love that transcends time zones – you’ll find stories that will sweep you off your feet. Of course we couldn’t forget Stampede. Those glorious 10 days are an integral part of Calgary’s core. Believe it or not, there’s more to it than just cowboy boots, beer, and mini donuts. We caught up with some key people to share their heartfelt experiences and involvement with the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. As an added bonus, we created a pullout guide so you can make the most of your Stampeding. It’s basically a magazine within a magazine. Yeehaw. Eric Weiner, author of The Geography of Bliss, writes, “maybe happiness is this: not feeling like you should be elsewhere, doing something else, being someone else.” To us, that’s what the embrace is all about. It’s more than just a word – it’s a state of mind – one that we challenge you to adopt. Instead of fleeing the city limits in search of adventure, embrace what you have right in front of you. Make time to nurture your relationships and enjoy all you’ve got. Be here, now.

ON THE COVER Local artist Maya Gohill is making strokes for Calgary’s art scene. Read the full story on page 42. Photo by Mike Seehagel. Check out the Insight + Inspiration feature for more of Mike’s photography, page 20.

To all our readers – we’re thankful for the ways you’ve embraced our ideas. We appreciate your high love and emotion, endlessly – and we hope to spend many more summers together. Catch you on the patio.

WANT TO CONTRIBUTE? Want to talk to the team? Give us a shout. hello@brandedyyc.com

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DO DO GOOD GOOD IN YOUR HOOD As Winston Churchill once said, “We make a living with what we get, but we make a life with what we give.” Don’t worry if you can’t remember the last thing you did to give back — you’re not alone. So many of us get caught up in the craziness of our day-to-day lives, but let’s vow to lend a helping hand. Confused on where to start? Lucky for you, each issue we’ll spotlight three different initiatives taking place throughout the city, making it easy to do good in your ‘hood. #dogoodyyc

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We’ve all thought about volunteering our time and our skills to a worthy cause, but we often don’t know where to start—enter YYC Connects. YYC Connects is an online volunteer matching platform. Agencies supported by United Way can post projectbased volunteer opportunities, along with the required skill. Anyone looking to get involved in Calgary will be able to browse opportunities, and connect directly with the agency supporting it. It’s like the easy button of doing good. Yes, please.

Thousands of women find a safe place to be supported and build community each year through the Women’s Centre. The focus is on improving the lives of women in Calgary by meeting for their immediate needs, as well as providing ongoing support. Check out their website for a list of volunteer opportunities, and find out how you can be a key part of the centre’s approach to accessing assistance, connecting with others, and working for change.

For over 75 years, Boys and Girls Clubs of Calgary have been helping children and youth develop life skills, experience new opportunities, and build relationships in a safe and supportive environment. Volunteers are an essential piece of the program, and there are plenty of ways to get involved. Whether you’re looking to volunteer for one event, or make a long-term commitment — they have a variety of options that will fit your life. Boys and Girls Clubs support children and youth through a range of programs from educational services, to recreational activities, to emergency shelter. Even the smallest gesture can go a long way in helping the youth in our city.

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it’s a political party TERRY ROCK

Alberta PC Candidate, Calgary-Buffalo

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Every issue we will feature the voice of a politician in an interesting, relevant, and comprehensible way. Readers are the future of Calgary and should be well informed, so let’s get to know the different voices in each political party.

“George Washington was the President But now he’s dead (dead) Mackenzie King was Prime Minister But now he’s dead (dead) So don’t go into politics You’ll end up dead” - The Arrogant Worms I left my job as President & CEO of Calgary Arts Development two years ago. I resigned, ready to find a new adventure, after 10 years setting up and then leading what was (and still is) a unique approach to building a vibrant arts scene in the city. I had resolved to set myself a new direction that took advantage of the previous 25 years of my career, while also balancing my life as a husband and father of three teenagers. After some reflection, it became clear that jumping into politics would happen at some point in my future – it was just a matter of where and when. My mind was made up when Jim Prentice was elected leader of the PC Party in September 2014. He had a mandate to clean up the party and set it – and the province – on a steady course. I reconnected with some old friends that had been part of the party for years, secured the

nomination for Calgary-Buffalo, and began to mount our campaign. As a newcomer to the whole process, I was incredibly fortunate to connect with a campaign manager who’d run many campaigns over the years. I asked a close friend and arts community colleague to be my fundraising lead, and she too was amazing. Then, dozens of people joined our campaign. I was astounded at the number of people and the level of commitment. Hundreds of hours, all volunteer, were spent trying to get me elected. Calgary-Buffalo is a tough riding in which to campaign. A typical riding has over 20,000 single-family homes to canvass. CalgaryBuffalo has about 300. The rest are condo and apartment towers that a) have security doors and b) have people who do not expect you to knock on their door – are you amongst Calgary’s population of pants-less condodwellers? But, we worked hard. In 28 days, our team knocked on over 9000 doors. We also spent over 50 hours on street corners talking to people on their way to and from work. You’ve heard of an elevator pitch? I perfected the red light pitch. I’m not sure if it was the same for other candidates, but I was working so hard every day that I didn’t fully know what was going on in the broader election. However, postdebate, we started to notice that instead of saying “I’m not sure” when asked whom they’d vote for, people were saying, “I’m voting NDP.” People were clearly anxious for change.

Before we knew it, it was E-Day. 50 or more people on the ground from our team making sure our voters got out to vote. My job? Do not be a distraction. The campaign sent me out to visit our street teams in the morning and afternoon, but my spouse and I played a lovely round of golf during the day. I have to say I think I did a pretty good job of keeping my cool while you were all out voting. The early results were promising. We were winning where we needed to win. But then, the Orange Crush started to happen. Big wins for NDP in polls that previously hadn’t given them more than 10 votes. I was in the lead, then not in the lead, then in the lead – and finally, the NDP pulled away. When it was clear we would finish second, I called Kathleen Ganley – the successful candidate – and left a message congratulating her, and offering to help however I could. Since election day, I have been overwhelmed with messages of support. People asking me to run again, asking how they can help, congratulating us on a well-run campaign – it was one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done. I’d do it all again, with the same people, the same way. I didn’t win the election, but what I learned will last a lifetime. I’m inspired by our community, and more determined than ever to make a difference. And I’m not dead.

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We love unique photographers. Whether you’re behind the scenes, on top, or upand-coming, we will track you down. Here’s who caught our eye this month.

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“I’ve always enjoyed art, whether it is drawing, painting, animation, etc. but with photography I have always loved the emotion and mood you can capture, or create. I really enjoy working with what is right in front of you at that given moment, which is a different experience than a lot of other forms of art — for me anyway. My favourite photography to do or to look at is always of people. Whether it is two people getting married, or a professional model, I really like the different things you see in a person and how you work together to make a good image. I try to bring my camera out as often as I can, but there are certain situations where it is hard to forget about the camera and learn to appreciate your own moments in life. It’s important to have that balance, take a step back, and not live through the lens. I’m still figuring it out. I don’t know if I ever will totally find that perfect balance, but I try to feel out the moment.” What do you do for work, and how does your photography tie in?

“I work at a motion design studio, which basically means animation and graphic design for videos and commercials. After a year off, I went to SAIT for the New Media Production and Design program, which is what led me to what I am doing now. It was a pretty general program that tapped into many things. I thought I was going to be a web designer, but then realized I don’t like web design. We didn’t learn a ton about video or animation during school, but I took that opportunity to just start teaching myself, and ended up leaving SAIT with a job as a motion designer. My photography wasn’t really alive at this time, and for a while I had ambitions to move to LA or New York and work for some of the bigger studios. Now, since I’ve started taking photography a lot more seriously, I’ve been able to tie it more into my work and day-to-day life. It’s been really cool, and tying photography into my work, or any of my hobbies, is kind of inevitable because everything I enjoy doing all kind of blends together anyway. I like it because I didn’t pick up photography again with an intent of doing anything huge with it, but I’m interested and passionate about it, and I like to see what I’m able to do and challenge myself to. I like having it as a part of my work life right now because it’s ultimately the direction I would like to go.”

MIKE SEEHAGEL Capturing the right moments.

Instagram: @mikeseehagel Instagramming for: 2 years Age: 27

How did you launch your biggest photography projects?

“Some of my favourite work, such as Camp Brand Goods and helping start Great North Collective (@greatnorthco), I guess all stemmed from camping and Instagram. In the summer of 2013, my wife and I went to BC and I posted a photo of us by the fire. Leslie and Connor of Camp Brand liked the photo and I won a sweater from their #keepitwild contest, and shortly after they got in touch with me to shoot a few photos for them. We got along great, and have since become close friends and have worked on some really fun things together. Shooting for Camp Brand Goods kind of groups together everything I enjoy doing — taking photos of people and being outside somewhere. As for Great North Collective, my wife and I used to just not really like where we lived. But taking photos on that trip in BC helped me see things with a new perspective and we decided to spend the summer taking day trips and camping all over Alberta. I went out a few times with my friend Chris, and we ended up planning another trip out with our friend David from Lethbridge. As three photographers, we got talking and realized we were all on the same page with our ideas, goals, and vision. We decided to put together a website, among a few other things, and it kind of just took off into what it is now — a growing community of likeminded photographers showcasing different areas of the country we live in.

Opening Doors in East Village

A rejuvenated Simmons Building is opening three big glass doors onto a new RiverWalkTM patio. Charbar, Sidewalk Citizen Bakery and Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters are manning the grills, ovens and roasters inside the historic mattress factory, which is rapidly becoming Calgary’s newest waterfront gathering place. Later this summer, St. Patrick’s Island reopens, an innovative recreational park and urban breathing space for all Calgarians. Plus, new residents will open the doors of their new condominium homes starting this summer. Come on in, East Village is wide open. Experience life in East Village. evexperience.com

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PEOPLE OF STAMPEDE For 10 days a year, our city comes alive to celebrate its roots. But, what makes the Calgary Stampede so special? Behind all the beer, the deliciously greasy food, the rides and the entertainment, are some amazing people who truly make the Stampede the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth.

WORDS BY BRONWYN HENDRY PHOTOS BY KRYSTAL BOYD AND ALLISON SETO

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“DON’T LET THE SPARKLY CROWNS AND PERFECTLY COIFFED HAIR FOOL YOU – THESE ROYALTY MEMBERS ARE REGULAR, DOWN-TO-EARTH ALBERTA GIRLS THROUGH AND THROUGH.” L TO R: KIMBERLY STEWART, MICK PLEMEL, HALEY PECKHAM. 24

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hat’s the first thing you think of when you hear the word royalty? If images of Will and Kate flood your mind, you’re forgetting some very important ladies who happen to reside on this side of the pond. Meet Stampede Queen Mick Plemel, Princess Haley Peckham, and Princess Kimberly Stewart. Together these three young women make up the 2014-2015 Calgary Stampede Royalty Trio. The first ever Stampede Queen, Patsy Rogers, was crowned in 1946 and since then the Royalty Trio have served as brand ambassadors – helping to share the Stampede’s values throughout the city and the rest of the world. “I was born and raised in Calgary and I remember seeing the princesses when I was little and thinking ‘wow I want to do that one day.’ Then as I grew up I sort of just forgot about it,” says Plemel. It wasn’t until years later, while working as a wrangler, that Plemel was reminded of her past dream. “One of the ladies that was on one of the pack trips I was working on asked me if I’d ever thought of doing rodeo royalty. So after I graduated school I decided to just go for it, and put this idea to bed,” explains Plemel. For Princesses Stewart and Peckham, it was past royalty members who inspired them to become part of the trio. “The stories they told, the people they met, and the things they got to see really made me think about it a lot harder. Near the end of the summer [the previous trio] really pushed me to do it,” says Stewart, who met the past trio members through riding horses – a deepseeded passion of hers. After submitting applications, the women undergo a month-long competition that consists of informal dinners, interviews, riding competitions, and public speaking engagements – so as to best assess how each girl would fit in the role. Within this month,

approximately 30 applicants, ranging in age from 19-24, are narrowed to a top 10, a final six and finally the winning three. Once in the role, the trio members have a diverse range of responsibilities. The women attend over 400 events a year – everything from networking evenings with organizations like OPEC, to history presentations to elementary school children. “We help bolster community involvement and spirit. When people see the royalty they get excited,” explains Stewart. These events aren’t just restricted to the city, meaning the girls receive exciting opportunities to travel to new places they may have otherwise never seen. “We went to Vancouver for the Grey Cup back in February, and then at the beginning of March we were in Berlin for a week for a travel trade show called ITB. Shortly after that we headed to Kentucky,” says Peckham. Like anything in life that truly matters, being a royalty member doesn’t come free of sacrifice. “I’ve had to put school off for a year. The time commitment was too much, and I didn’t want to sacrifice my GPA,” says Stewart, who was studying Zoology at the University of Calgary. She adds, “Your personal life takes a hit as well. But you find out who your true friends are and how to make it work.” Both Peckham, who holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Calgary, and Plemel, who had been working in water body and plant assessments in Lethbridge, have put off career jobs in order to focus on their roles as Princess and Queen. “I don’t really see it as a sacrifice though, because what we’re learning here is only going to help us move forward.” Among the skills being learned, Peckham believes her role as trio member has really helped her come out of her shell.

“When I was young I wouldn’t even want to call the pizza man because I was so shy. As I’ve gotten older it’s definitely gotten better, and this year has pushed me off the deep end,” says Peckham. “Don’t worry I can now call the pizza man,” she adds with a chuckle. There’s no denying these young women have beauty and brains. Don’t let the sparkly crowns and perfectly coiffed hair fool you – these royalty members are regular, down-toearth Alberta girls through and through. In her down time, Stewart spends her days riding horses and working part time as an animal health tech assistant at a veterinarian clinic. Plemel loves spending time outside – counting a trip to Elbow Falls with her dog as a perfect day off. Peckham, who considers herself far from a “girly-girl” loves hunting, fishing, and playing sports. “The best advice I was given was to be yourself. If you put on a façade and try to be a perfect rodeo Barbie doll it’s not going to get you very far. Just be confident,” says Peckham. When asked what they believe the Stampede’s significance is for our city, Plemel doesn’t miss a beat, saying, “Stampede helps to connect rural and urban. If you think back to 1912, Guy Weadick felt the way of the Wild West was dying and he wanted to preserve it. If we don’t have things like the Stampede, then the disconnect between who grows our food and how it gets to the dinner table grows exponentially.” With Stampede right around the corner, the Royalty Trio is gearing up for their busiest 10 days yet. Make sure to look for them at the parade and down on the grounds. Watch out royal baby Charlotte – these ladies are sure to steal your thunder.

Turning professional came with its own set of challenges, as the sport’s risks became increasingly real.

“[Around that time] a mentor and hero of mine, Glen Keeley, was killed. I realized the price you might have to pay for this profession. At that point I just made the deal with myself that this is what I am, and this is what I want to do, so whatever happens I won’t quit,” says Besplug. It’s this attitude and drive that helped him reach his current success, despite countless injuries and setbacks. “I’m competitive at everything I do – believe me, I’m not much fun to play board games with,” he says with a smile. For Besplug, nothing feels better than winning, and he finds true fulfillment in the hard work that is required. “Both times I won [Canadian Titles] I almost had tears after. It took so much work and sacrifice. In that moment, I saw it all come to a point,” says Besplug. “The hair on the back of my neck stands up just thinking about it.” With his voice shaking slightly, there’s no denying how deeply passionate he is for the sport.

“NOTHING FEELS BETTER THAN WINNING. ”

CHAD BESPLUG

In addition to being a two-time Canadian Champion, Besplug is a PBR World Finalist, and a Calgary Stampede title holder. “I’ve never made $100,000 in a day before. That was pretty crazy for a cowboy,” says Besplug, counting his 2012 Stampede victory as “one of the best days of my life, for sure.” “It’s amazing how everyone in the city gets so into [The Calgary Stampede], whether you know anything about rodeo or not. I’ve been to a lot of other rodeos where that’s not the case. It’s a very unique thing,” says Besplug. He continues, “[bull riding] is hard to get into unless you’re born into it. Things like the Stampede are so important for us to keep our culture alive.”

Chad’s advice to those who want to pursue bull riding? “Make 100 per cent sure this is all you want to do, and you’re willing to risk everything for it.”

hildren contain within them an innate curiosity and fearlessness that tends to disappear as they grow older. For Chad Besplug, such fearlessness has stood the test of time. Born and raised in Claresholm, Alberta, Besplug spent his formative years attending amateur rodeos with his family. At age six, he wanted nothing more than to become a professional bull rider.

The typical career of a bull rider only lasts until their early 30s, meaning Besplug has been forced to confront the fleeting nature of his chosen path. While not yet retired, he’s launched his own event, aptly titled The Chad Besplug Invitational, and has plans to one-day return to school.

“Back then you don’t realize how vulnerable you are. You could do anything without any consequences,” he says.

For now, you can watch this Alberta boy in his true element at this year’s Stampede – where he hopes to win another title.

With an itch to try it for himself, Besplug began riding calves and steers at age eight, then hopped on his first bull at 13. At age 16, while most other kids were celebrating their newfound freedom behind the wheel, Besplug was celebrating the fulfillment of his childhood dream – winning the Professional Canadian Bull Riders title.

With the word “dream” tattooed in Latin across his forearm, it’s clear Besplug won’t settle for anything in life that’s less than extraordinary.

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MELISSA MCKAY

“My work would always plan their big important meetings in July. I remember thinking ‘I should be on a plane going back to Calgary for the Stampede right now,’ ” says McKay.

here’s no denying the Calgary Stampede has shaped our city’s identity. The same rings true for Melissa McKay, whose involvement with the Stampede has contributed greatly to who she is today.

McKay felt passionate about cancer research, as it was a disease that touched her family deeply – first with the loss of her father and later her mother. In a strange twist of events, the very disease she dedicated her time fighting on other’s behalves became her own battle.

McKay, whose father rode horses with the Steele Scouts, grew up with western roots. At six years old, McKay accompanied Mary Dover, daughter of A.E Cross (one of the “Big Four” who founded the Stampede) in the annual parade.

“I was fortunate enough to catch everything early, but it was difficult to go from being a cheerleader [to] then surviving it yourself,” she says. After receiving her second bill of health in 2011, McKay applied for a one-year contract position as the Centennial Manager with the Calgary Stampede.

“I used to sit back on the horse trailer and look at the Stampede Royalty and think, ‘I wonder if one day I could be one of them,’ ” says McKay.

“I loved the lifestyle of Vancouver. I knew if anything brought me back to Calgary it would have to be the Stampede,” says McKay.

Unfortunately, McKay lost her father to cancer when she was just 16 years old.

While her past careers and experiences made her the perfect fit for the role, McKay had a unique reason for applying – explaining, “what I really wanted was to thank the organization for everything it gave me.”

“He was my connection to horses. Things changed during that period – I had to get rid of my horses so I dove into sports.” In 1993, while attending Mount Royal College, McKay saw an application for the Stampede Royalty auditions – a reminder of her childhood ambitions. With little expectations, McKay went forward with her application. Amongst 72 girls, McKay was one of three crowned for that year’s Royalty Trio.

McKay’s involvement developed not only out of her own passion, but also a legacy to her family. “I think of [my dad] often because he’s a man who would have been loving every minute of this. He would have been very proud. My western roots definitely came from my father,” says McKay.

At the conclusion of her reign, McKay joined the Queen’s Alumni, and from there her involvement continued to grow. After a summer position with the public affairs department, and a volunteer position with the promotions committee – McKay joined the Chuck Wagon Committee. She was later named the first-ever female Chairman of the Chuck Wagon Committee. Chairwoman is more like it.

Now the Production Coordinator for the Calgary Stampede Agriculture Department, McKay has worn quite the variety of hats – pun fully intended. With an infectious personality and unwavering commitment, the organization is truly lucky to have her.

During this time, McKay was working full time for the Canadian Cancer Society – a role that caused her to relocate to Vancouver.

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Oil and Grain is the seamless sweat-style manual for the active, working girl. Simple images and the personal sweatspiration behind the stylings fill the blog with an effortless feel.

What comes to mind when you hear the word community? For Scott Bakken it was something that he felt was missing when he moved home to Calgary in 2010, after four years living abroad.

Leah Lindsay and Jill Galarneau, the duo behind O&G, met while working together at lululemon, where they discovered their mutual love for fitness and fashion. Spending countless hours pouring over Pinterest accounts and blogs they loved, they decided to create a blog of their own — one that spoke to their busy lifestyles.

During this time, Bakken was drawn to Instagram — not only for the breathtaking photos, but for the sense of acceptance within the Instagram community. Instagram helped turn Bakken’s frustration into inspiration, leading to the birth of Socality.

“Our days were spent in studios, then going right back to the stores or out somewhere for a meeting,” says Galarneau when asked about the inspiration behind Oil and Grain. With the idea of maintaining great style — even after getting your sweat on — the two got to work creating a blog that they themselves would want to read and draw ideas from. The name Oil and Grain is a homage to both their Calgarian roots, coupled with Lindsay’s recent move to Texas. With the aim of showing women how to transition from a morning spin class, to a lunch meeting, to after work drinks (dry shampoo, anyone?), Lindsay believes, “it’s a place for readers to get ideas and inspiration for their sweat-street lifestyle, and to have fun making it their own.”

“A social community all for eternity,” Socality seeks to build meaningful connections through something as simple as a photo sharing app. People from all over the world can post photos using #socality and instantly be connected. These connections can then be turned into real-life, meaningful transactions. Since its official launch in January of 2014, Socality has gained over 178,000 followers from all over the world, hosted several Instameets, and helped give back to a variety of charities. “To celebrate our first birthday, we ran a three month Insta campaign where we raised $12,000 to build clean water projects to communities around the world,” says Bakken. Socality’s purpose is to move from a phone, to a hashtag, to a real life encounter, to a community that can breathe social change. Check out their feed to ogle over beautiful photography, connect with cool new peeps, and find out ways to give back.

Food: Easy Peasy Eats @easypeasyeats easypeasyeats.com

Easy Peasy Eats is — as the name suggests — chalk full of fast, simple recipes to cook on a time crunch. Growing up cooking with her family and spending most her twenties working in the catering business, Theresa Toth is no stranger to making good food. However, it wasn’t until her two sons were born that the need for a faster method arose. After much trial and error, and countless trips to the grocery store, Easy Peasy Eats was born — a resource that aims to help others with busy schedules, eat well. From Nutella crepes, to crab stuffed avocado, and everything in between — there’s something for every dietary need, all with minimal prep time. More than just food porn for your Insta feed, these recipes are simple enough for anyone to follow. If the thought of cooking is exhausting, or your oven is being used more for sweater storage, then this one’s for you. “I want everyone who visits the site to be inspired, get hungry when they look at the pictures, and feel confident that they can follow the recipes and create delicious meals themselves,” says Toth. With a fresh assortment of content, and an Easy Peasy Eats cookbook on the way, there’s no reason you can’t be a boss in the kitchen.

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rying to decide how to spend your summer in the city? Look no further YYC — we’ve got you covered. We created a summer guide full of festivals and cultural events from around the world that are all taking place right here in our city. So while you’re planning out your summer bucket lists, be sure to include some of these fun festivals we know you’ll love.

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Calgary Ukrainian Festival: June 6-7 | Acadia Recreation Fill your stomachs with delicious Ukrainian food, and the finest Ukrainian beers and vodkas. Enjoy arts and crafts, Ukrainian Zabava, and other performances. Pop Up Sweat YYC: Bi-weekly starting June 7 | The HQ Wind down your weekend with a workout. With rotating classes like yoga or hip-hop, you can rejuvenate your mind and body in a fresh new space. YYC Lobsterfest: June 20-21 | Market on Macleod We may be far from the sea, but Billingsgate Market is bringing coastal vibes to Calgary with Lobsterfest. Kick off summer with beer, live music, and a lobster cookout — need we say more? Greek Festival: June 19-21 | Hellenic Community Centre An opportunity to share in the Hellenic

culture with music, dance, wine, and food. Aboriginal Day: June 20 | Millennium Park The perfect ending to Aboriginal Awareness Week. You can indulge in a traditional aboriginal feast, while watching a Metis jigging competition. Sled Island: June 24-28 | With 30+ venues across Calgary, and over 250 musical and art performances, you are bound to discover some new musical talent that you’ll love. Shakespeare by the Bow: June 25- Aug. 9 Telling tales of romance, revenge, love and forgiveness – “The Tempest” performed by Alberta’s up-and-coming actors is a perfect way to enjoy a summer’s evening in Prince’s Island Park. YYCFoodTruck Summer Frenzy: June 27-28 Our beloved food trucks are out in full force. With 20+ trucks, live music, and a beer garden presented by Village Brewery – we can’t think of a better way to spend a summer day.

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Packwood Grand: July 1 | Century Downs Casino and Racetrack A day at the races. This refined and colourful event sets the stage for the ultimate in luxury 30

horse racing, fashion, food, and drink. Floppy hats, suspenders, and fascinators required – this social event is a picture perfect way to ring in Canada day in YYC. The Calgary Stampede: July 3-12 The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. Check our pullout guide (pg.33) for tips to make this year your best Stampede yet. Fiestaval Latin Festival: July 17-19 | Olympic Plaza Put your dancing shoes on for this one. Highlighting Latin American culture, the Fiestaval is full of beautiful dancing and musical performances that will have you up and on your feet. Looking to volunteer? Check their website (fiestaval.ca) for more details on how you can get involved. Kensington Sun and Salsa Festival: July 19 | Kensington Kensington businesses will be serving up 500 gallons of 40 different kinds of salsas. Purchase a bag of chips from teamed-up charities and let your taste buds guide you. Franco Festival: July 18-19 | Millennium Park Experience Francophone culture through music, dance, food, and crafts. Grab a Village brew and parlez Français. Join the list of performers or become a volunteer on their website. Tabestoon Iranian Art and Culture Festival:

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Globalfest: Aug. 20-29 | Elliston Park Another can’t miss is the Calgary Fireworks Festival. China, Philippines, Spain, USA, and Canada will take the stage to show off their firework techniques over Elliston Lake. Food vendors and food trucks will be there as well. Bring blankets and lawn chairs, but get there early to get a good seat. Brewery and The Beast: August 23 | Pumphouse Park A premium, one-of-a-kind culinary experience presented through the vision of some of the best chefs in YYC. contemporary Iranian Art and Culture Festival. Experience the country’s culture without even leaving the city.

unique events – this summer live music festival helps generate the buzz that Calgary’s local talent deserves.

Calgary Turkish Festival: July 17-19 | Eau Claire Celebrate, learn, and savour Turkish hospitality, heritage, and cuisine. From Turkish art, to folk dance, to music, to gourmet food—it will be quite the Turkish delight.

Chasing Summer: Aug.7-8 | Fort Calgary Chasing summer is Western Canada’s largest electronic music festival. From Tiesto, to Kaskade, to Afrojack—you’ll find some of the world’s best DJs right here in the city.

Calgary Folk Music Festival: July 23- 26 | Prince’s Island Park This year marks the 35th annual Folk Fest. With eight different stages, beer-gardens, and delicious culinary delights — there’s plenty of reasons to attend.

Shaw Charity Classic: August 5-9 | Canyon Meadows Golf & Country Club Ditch the office for the clubhouse – a perfect date idea or a place to take your clients.

Cyclepalooza: June 27-July 6 A 10 day do-it-yourself bicycle festival.

Taste the Trucks: August 7-9 Celebrating YYCFoodTruck’s fourth birthday – this is a tasty bash you don’t want to miss.

Calgary International Blues Festival: July 27-Aug. 2 | Millennium Park Nonstop music followed by the nightly Twilight Blues dance parties. Also features a blues’ guitar workshop for all skill levels, and a walk through blues’ history.

Marda Gras Street Festival: Aug. 9 | Marda Loop Grab your beads and head for the streets of Marda Loop for Mardi Gras. Celebrate with with high quality cultural performers, live music, face painting, and delicious eats. Fun for all ages.

Calgary Fringe Festival: July 31-Aug. 8 | Inglewood If you didn’t know, Fringes are uncensored, non-juried theatre festivals. The Calgary Fringe hosts a combination of local, national, and international productions for over 160 performances in 9 days. What’s more, 100 percent of the ticket revenue is returned directly to the artists.

Taste of Calgary: Aug. 13-16 | Eau Claire There’s no denying we’re a city that loves our food. Make sure to checkout the city’s most appetizing festival with food samples from our local restaurants. There’ll be drinks, music, and marketplace vendors to top it all off. Come hungry — you’ll want to try them all.

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50 Days YYC: Aug. 1- Sept. 19 | Various Locations #50daysyyc is a community movement that’ll have Calgary falling in love for 50 straight days. Featuring pop-up performances and

ReggaeFest: Aug. 13-15 | Millennium Park The premier summer Reggae Festival in all of Canada. Hang with friends over a brew in the Village, enjoy the delicious flavours of island spices, hit up some games with the kids in the Zone, and learn all about being a Rastafarian.

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Mad Decent Block Party: Sept. 4 | Millennium Park What better way to end the summer than with a night of great music? This year’s lineup features artists Daktyl, Thomas Jack, Party Favour, Odesza, and more. Gather a group of friends to celebrate the end of a great summer and cross this bad boy off your list. XFest: Sept. 5-6 | Fort Calgary Presented by Union Events and X92.9, this is Calgary’s alternative music festival. Calgary Pride Festival: Sept. 6 | Millennium Park Spend the morning at the pride parade, then head to Millennium Park for music, food trucks, beer gardens, and more. Join other Calgarians in promoting love, acceptance, and equality for all. Circle The Wagons: Sept.12 | Pumphouse Park We can’t think of a better way to cap off the summer than with a travelling carnival of local food, beer, music, art, and performers. A collaboration between YYCFoodTrucks, Village Brewery, and BassBus – this trifecta guarantees a good time.

So there you have it. A summer filled with festivals and cultural events that’ll leave you feeling more connected to Calgary and the many cultures that make us who we are. Get those lists going, and have your most fun-filled summer yet – right here in our city. The ultimate summer guide is presented by @DateNightYYC – check the website for more details at itsdatenight.com and never miss a good time.

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Most people come to a festival for the headliners. However, some of the best experiences at any festival are going to be discovering your new favourite artist. Often times, the band at the small stage will be headlining festivals a few years later, and you get to tell your friends that you “saw them when.”

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With over 70 artists at the Calgary Folk Fest, many of whom play at the same time as each other, you can’t possibly see it all. The Folk Fest is an eight ring circus. So you had best figure out who want to see, at what stage and when so you get the most out of your time at the Festival.

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Bring a blanket or tarp, snacks, lawn chairs, and set up home-base for the day. You can cruise around the site without carrying anything more than your water bottle and your phone. If it gets a little rainy or chilly you can always head back to your camp for more supplies.

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As part of effort to divert waste from landfills, Folk Fest does not allow the sale of bottled water on our site. Instead there are FREE water stations on site where you can refill your own water bottle.

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DO - BRING A PORTABLE PHONE CHARGER Your phone’s battery is sure to hover around five percent with all your super-awesome peace sign selfies. Pick up a portable charger and let it charge in your bag between posts.

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If you happen to take down someone you’re not proud of, there is the chance that you’ll be bumping into them for the rest of the weekend. It’s a big island with eight stages, so if you keep moving, you can keep your distance. Also, if you roll with your pack of pals, they can help shield you from further regret.

DON’T - BRING AN ACOUSTIC GUITAR Seriously — do you not think there will be enough live music at the festival?

DON’T - SIT ON YOUR FRIEND’S SHOULDERS Unless you were appointed centre of the universe and we all missed the memo- it’s a misery for everyone behind you.

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Folk Fest is family friendly and kids under 12 are free.

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Fest is a family event and that port-a-potties are gross. Your best bet is to get a nearby hotel for the weekend. You don’t have to worry about driving, parking, you have a bed close by if you want to drink — best of all, you will have access to a shower.

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While we often favour the hustle and bustle of downtown life, the truth is Calgary’s coolness extends far beyond the core. Each issue we’ll bring you our favourite places to eat, sweat, shop and explore in different pockets of the city.

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Need more zen in your life or looking to freshen up your surroundings? Check out Plant. Just walking into this beautiful store you’ll find terrariums, indoor gardening supplies, and vintage goods that will have you breathing new life. In addition, Plant hosts in-house workshops, so you can create a masterpiece even if your thumbs are far from green.

DADE ART & DESIGN LAB 1327 9 Ave SE

Since 2008, DaDe Art & Design Lab has defined modern living in YYC. By showcasing innovative collections from local artists, there’s no question why DaDe has become a staple in the art scene. At DaDe, you can expect to see a mix of illustrations, watercolours, photographic compositions and unconventional mediums. In addition to art, DaDe is also home to Monogram Coffee. Art and caffeine? We call that the best of both worlds.

THE UNCOMMONS 1325 9 Ave SE

It’s all in the name – the Uncommons is the ultimate destination for everything unique. They pride themselves on carrying authentic goods with an uncommon touch. From apparel, to paper goods, to housewares, to random gizmos and gadgets – it’s a one-stop shop for everything cool.

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KANE’S HARLEY DINER 1209 9 Ave SE

Feeling nostalgic for the good ol’ days? Kane’s Harley Diner delivers the ‘50s at its finest, with true retro vibes. Think large booths, black and white stripes, bar stools, and Harley Davidson theme décor, coupled with everyone’s favourite diner grub. Kane’s got the ultimate combination of beers, burgers, bikes, and beards. What more could you ask for?

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If Carrie Bradshaw lived in Calgary, Adorn would easily be her go-to boutique. Offering tulle skirts, polka dots, bows, and lace — Adorn lives up to its motto of “doing pretty”. You will be sure to find one-of-a-kind pieces from Canadian, American, and European designers, suited for any budget or style.

Vinyl is far from dead. If you need proof, Recordland will set the record straight. With over two million records and counting, it’s no wonder this local business has become one of Canada’s largest privately owned record stores. Whether you are looking for an old classic or a new release, one thing is certain — Recordland knows good music.

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Here at BRANDED, we give mad props to entrepreneurs in our city — as we too know what it feels like to grind it out for the dream. In support of our Neighbourhood Gems feature this issue, getting to know Inglewood, we stopped by to visit Kevin Kent — who’s opened not one, but two successful businesses in Calgary’s most stroll-able neighbourhood. Change your knives, change your life? For entrepreneur and former chef Kevin Kent, that seemed to be exactly the case. After experiencing the wonders of a real Japanese knife, Kent knew he had to share this quality with the rest of the world. In 2007 Kent opened Knifewear, the go-to shop for knives, sharpening supplies and kitchen accessories. Since then, Kent’s passions have expanded beyond the kitchen — venturing into the realm of straight shaving and men’s grooming. When these items began to overtake the knife shop, Kent knew it was time for another brick-and-mortar, and thus Kent of Inglewood was born. Equally creative and business savvy — Kent is as sharp as the products he sells.

What is your favourite part of owning a business in Inglewood?

“Inglewood feels like an old town and a real community. This was Calgary’s main street and it feels alive again. Like any area, I don’t think Inglewood has a vision — you can’t really control what it becomes. Even in the last two years the area has changed so much.” What are your goals and vision for your brand?

“With Knifewear, I want new stores in Vancouver, Toronto, and Kyoto. With Kent of Inglewood — we’ll see. As a brand, it’s still in its infancy, but it seems to have captured people’s imaginations. People really like our weird feeling in here with the axes on the wall, the taxidermy, and the old fashioned shaving. So many guys come in and say [straight shaving] is their new hobby. It sounds strange, but it has a real appeal. We want to get into workshops and consulting — it would be great to have men bring their sons in so they could learn how to properly shave from the beginning.” A quote you live by:

“Richard Branson said, ‘Don’t let the lawyers and accountants run your business.’ I don’t think it means you don’t need these people — it just means don’t be safe. Be crazy, and go off and do stuff that’s exciting, and that captures people’s imagination.”

How did this all start for you?

“I’m an accidental entrepreneur. I’m a chef and I worked in London, England for a long time. While there, I bought a Japanese handmade knife and it was like when you drive a Toyota all the time, you think that’s the best thing ever, and then you drive a BMW — it was a whole new world. I moved back to Canada in 2006 and couldn’t find any knives worth buying. You know that guy in college who sells weed just so he can smoke weed? I was that guy, but with knives. I started ordering knives and selling them to chefs and my thought was ‘If I sell enough knives I could buy more knives.’ By the end of that year we had a little table at a shop down the street, and from there it kept growing.”

What advice would you give to budding entrepreneurs?

“Pick something you really want to do and make sure you want to do it because whatever job you build for yourself, you’ve got. When you’re doing those 16-hour days, seven days a week in the beginning to get things rolling — if you don’t like it, well then you’ve built yourself a pretty crappy life.”

Knifewear and Kent of Inglewood have expanded to Edmonton, Kelowna, and Ottawa, ensuring Canadians have the best in knives and shave wear. Find them here in YYC at the Calgary Farmer’s Market or at their main locations in Inglewood.

You’ve expanded to other cities — what keeps you in Calgary?

“Calgary has been good to me. I left in 1998, and when I came back in 2006 it was a completely different city. Calgary is really cool, now. So many great things are happening in this city — it’s exciting and dynamic.”

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Live Life Rich, Not House Poor words by Joel Olandesca Summer, summer, summertime. Here it is the groove, slightly transformed…just a bit of a break from the norm, just a little somethin’ to break the monotony…of everyone saying buyin’ a house is not all that it plays out to be. First you have your mortgage payment, property tax, and maintenance costs – not to mention all the normal life costs on top of that. As we all know, buying your own place is a big deal – but it most certainly doesn’t have to be a life drain. Here are some mistakes to avoid and some tips to help you live life rich and not house poor. Mistake number one: buying a home that is too expensive. The general rule of thumb is to spend no more that 35% of your net income on housing. This includes mortgage payments, property tax, utilities, insurance and maintenance. Anyone finding themselves north of 35 will quickly know what it means to become house poor.

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Mistake number two: being so anxious to get into the housing market and throwing all caution to the wind. Most who fall into this category don’t have money set aside for closing costs in addition to their down payment, and end up tapping into other sources of credit. This all causes a mortgage meltdown. Home owners find themselves struggling to make ends meet while keeping their dream home. Their best intentions end up with the worst consequences – all because they failed to add up the real costs of buying their home. We’ve all heard this before, “mortgage debt is ‘good’ debt – you’re building assets, after all,” but don’t forget - too much mortgage is a fast route to bad debt. When it takes too much of your money to keep that good debt in good standing, you’re more likely to turn to your credit cards and personal lines of credit just to make ends meet – never mind have some fun. This all results in increasing debt, which eventually and quickly becomes a life given over to sitting at home and staring at the walls. Not good.

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Tip two: Practice makes perfect. Practice adjusting to your budget before you even make the move to look for a home. Give it at least a few months to see if it will work for your numbers. Figure out what your new budget will be, auto-debit that amount to your savings account (less your current housing costs), and use those savings to build your closing costs account. You have now killed two birds with one stone. You’ve figured out how to live on your new budget, and saved for closing costs. Tip three: Don’t fall for love at first sight. Love at first sight isn’t necessarily a good thing, despite what Hollywood makes us think. This may be the biggest mistake people make when looking for a home. They see something, fall in love, and must have it at whatever cost. If you find yourself in this situation, take a step back and remember that there are other places on the list that you have to see. Again, this is where having that team of professionals comes in handy to help you stay on course. I know you’re smiling because you already did, or are doing everything I’ve talked about. Right? Good, I’m glad. If not, I hope you’re able to take away at least one tip. In fact, take a tip or two with you and break to your crib, change your clothes once more, ‘cause you’re invited to a barbecue that’s starting at 4. And don’t forget to give me a shout – I’ll bring the cooler of drinks.

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at properties that take you outside of your comfort zone. Know how much it will cost to close and move into your new home, and then save the money up along with your down payment. Knowing what it will cost to live in the home (maintenance, insurance, utilities) and then building those amounts into your budget will help prevent shock once you’ve moved in. It’s very important to stick to your guns and work with people who understand your numbers. You want to have a team of professionals – mortgage brokers, realtors, home inspectors, lawyers, etc. – working behind you, and not just for themselves.

Joel is a mortgage planner with Mortgage Architects and has been helping Calgarians with their home financing for the past seven years. Tweet @joelolandesca with your housing questions.

oh Canada Celebrating Canada day in the city.

It’s almost that time to sport your best red and white attire. Presented by the City of Calgary, this July 1st there are plenty of options for fun. Our great nation is turning 148, and the Canadian flag is turning 50. To celebrate, Calgary will take part in a friendly competition against municipalities like Victoria and Winnipeg to see which region can create the biggest living flag in Canada. Teresa Byrne, Culture Superintendent for The City says this year the competition is really on, “Winnipeg still holds the record of 4,000 participants, so it’s surprising that with a city our size we haven’t cracked that yet. This will be our fourth year putting together our living flag where we invite Calgarians to come down dressed in their red and white T-Shirts.” Byrne says it’s activities like this that make the downtown core “vibrant, vital, and fully alive” on the big day. Along with the competition, Calgarians can look forward to grabbing a bite from the plethora of food trucks scattered throughout the downtown core. “We’re putting together some of Calgary’s best and brightest food trucks along with a DJ station for everybody to come down and get a bite to eat, and for some of those young up-andcomers that want to try a hand at being a DJ,” says Byrne. Head to Fort Calgary early to enjoy a classic pancake breakfast, then go straight to the East Village for an exciting street fair.

the traditions of the Indigenous culture by giving them a glimpse into what to expect when they actually see a live Powwow in action,” says Byrne. With the Calgary Stampede kicking off just days after Canada Day, it makes sense that a Stampede celebration is being offered at Olympic Plaza. While you’re around the downtown core be sure to check out the Canada Day festivities in Chinatown, where many events and activities will take place throughout the entire day. Something new that Byrne mentions is the emphasis on a green Canada Day. She explains, “We’re putting more effort into the greening of the day. We are trying to meet our targets for reducing our impact in the landfills, really trying to encourage people to reduce and recycle with the bins that we have available.” To finish the day off there will be three Canadian performers set to play on the main stage in front of the Harry Hayes building. Who, you may ask? Well, we can’t ruin all the surprises – but we promise it will be worth checking out. Of course no celebration would be complete without fireworks. This year’s show, which will take flight off the Centre Street Bridge, is sure to impress.

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who first said, “Art imitates life, far more than life imitates art,” but for painter Maya Gohill it seems art simply is life. Born into a family of creatives, art is in her blood. “My grandpa was a filmmaker and photographer, my grandma was an artist, my cousin is an art director at Amazon, and my uncle is an artist and architect. So I do feel like there’s a real lineage,” says Gohill. Despite being surrounded by so many right-brainers, Gohill didn’t always imagine herself as an artist. “I’ve always loved drawing and creating stuff. My Dad is a doctor so I thought that’s what I should do. Then I took some of those courses and just bombed them, but I loved art history and I loved drawing classes and I thought ‘why not just learn about art?’ ” She continues – “The intent was that I would [study art] but not try to make my living off of being an artist because I didn’t think that was a very practical thing to do.” This statement seems quite comical given her current success. Born and raised in Calgary, Gohill earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts from the U of C. She then ventured south for her Masters of Fine Arts in illustration, from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco. From there, Gohill took a teaching position in Lancaster, California – a small town just outside of Los Angeles. Both San Francisco and Los Angeles provided inspiring environments, and opportunities to be surrounded by artists who were hungry to learn. These cities existed as true cultural hubs, which at the time, was quite the opposite of her hometown. But, what Calgary lacked in art, it made up for in family – leading Gohill to pack up and return to her roots. Once back in Calgary, Gohill got a studio at Art Central and continued her teaching career at the Alberta College of Art and Design. While her career never missed a beat, returning to Calgary wasn’t easy. Gohill missed having a bigger art community and felt it difficult to align with other artists in the city.

It was within this time of transition and uncertainty that her career as a painter began to blossom. She began to align with interesting like-minded people who would prove to be huge supporters of her work – in particular Walker McKinley of McKinley Burkart. “McKinley really liked my art and started using me for commissions,” says Gohill. She was asked to create paintings for Phil & Sebastian’s 4th St. location, a gig that, looking back, really sparked change in her artistic style. “Initially I was asked to produce pieces that would have a German expressionst vibe. By the time the space was completed the pieces stylistically didn’t seem to fit with the modern, funky vibe of the current Phil and Seb. So I gave the paintings another shot, aiming to make them more edgy and less ‘self-congratulatory,’ ” says Gohill Gohill returned to her studio and began drawing freely with no expectations of what would manifest, saying “I wasn’t sure how it would be received, but I had a fire under my butt and a desire to think outside the box.” In her New York Times bestselling book Daring Greatly, author Brené Brown states that, “vulnerability is the birthplace of innovation, creativity and change.” Such words ring true for Gohill who dove into an area of art she had previously not touched. The result? Abstract portraits with a satirical feel that weren’t just well received, but celebrated. Looking through Gohill’s portfolio you’d have to be blind to deny her talent. From realism, to magical realism, to satire – her style stretches a diverse scope proving there’s really nothing she can’t do. Already juggling roles between artist and professor, Gohill is also a mother to her fiveyear-old son – making it clear that you really can have it all. She believes motherhood has taught her to let go, to exist, and to let things happen organically. Such lessons have had a strong impact on her aesthetic, and helped morph her work into its current whimsical, quirky style. While being an artist in Calgary hasn’t always been easy, Gohill learned to love her hometown and in return it loved her back.

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The project, driven by social media, was a way to overcome a creative rut. Gohill asked her followers to suggest different words, and she then turned them into expressive illustrations. “I had no idea that people would become as involved and interested as they did, says Gohill. “People told me they would tune into their social media in order to see what I had posted for that day. That was quite unexpected and really neat.”

“There wasn’t a big [art] community when I moved back. It all felt very underground,” says Gohill. Like the rest of Calgarians, Gohill has felt a real shift in the last few years, as the city begins to expand and grow. “I wouldn’t say that there’s a big community of artists – but there is a big community of creatives who are united on that front.” She continues, “Whether it’s a fashion blogger, furniture maker, photographer or painter – I think the fact that it’s fringe in a way, and it’s not oil and gas – unites this group of people together.”

The T-Shirt line, set to launch early summer, provides a true form of wearable art. In addition to winning over fans, both locally and globally, Gohill has won multiple awards from the New York Society of Illustrators – an achievement that shouldn’t be overlooked.

This summer is an exciting time for Gohill as she continues to take the city by storm. In addition to countless commissions and family portraits, she’s been chosen to display her art in Una Pizza + Wine, meaning you can feast your eyes and not just your stomach.

Despite all her success, Gohill doesn’t take herself too seriously (inflatable swan, anyone?) and repeatedly mentions her deep appreciation for the opportunities she’s been afforded.

She is also building up a body of work for a gallery show in September. The show will be held alongside children’s book illustrator Renata Liwska, artist Mike Kerr, and artist Karen Klassen.

Her smile is infectious and her attitude authentic saying, “It’s been amazing, I feel so grateful and lucky. I truly couldn’t have asked for more.”

Most would think that’s enough, but Gohill likes to stay busy. She’s creating a line of T-Shirts from a past project titled, “40 words for 40 days.”

Her advice to others pursuing their passions is simple, “You have to take risks and believe in your creativity. Don’t second-guess yourself, and don’t overthink it. Just let go and trust in the process.”

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Why did you choose your artist(s)? “When I originally started getting tattooed, I was drawn to the bright, traditional style of work that Kyle and Dustin were doing at Sacred Balance. Later on, I was attracted to the bold and colourful work that Garrett and some of the other guys were doing at Blackbird Electric. Tattoos with vibrant colour and detailed line work originally captured my interest and I’ve tried to choose artists that have a portfolio of work that is very similar to the aesthetic that I’m looking to achieve. Although we discuss the style I’m looking for, I’ve avoided providing an artist with a firm idea of exactly what I want. Coming up with the concept has always been a process, and I think I’ve benefited from giving up some of the creative direction. I’ve always believed that a good artist will take more pride in work that they have conceptualized and are excited about.”

Do a lot of people know that you have tattoos?

“In my personal life, I don’t hide my tattoos at all. All of my friends and family are aware of them. The only place where I make an effort to hide them is at work, or at business functions. In some people’s minds, I think tattoos can be a distraction and I don’t want my tattoos clouding anyone’s first impression of me, or our organization. The stigma is disappearing, and it’s becoming more and more commonplace for professionals to have tattoos, but our generation is really the first of this being the case. As dated as the view sounds, I think there are still a lot of people from my parents’ and grandparents’ generation who associate tattoos with sailors, bikers, etc.”

Has working a corporate job conflicted with your interest in tattoo culture?

“I don’t think my job has conflicted with my interest in tattoo culture, but it’s certainly driven my decisions on the placement of my tattoos. I was working a casual job when I first started getting tattooed, but I always knew I wanted to work in business and there was a good chance that a portion of my career would be spent in a client-facing role. At the time, I had friends getting their necks, hands and knuckles tattooed, but I always went for areas that were a bit easier to conceal if I needed to.”

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Can you explain the symbolism behind your tattoos? “To be completely honest, my tattoos don’t hold a lot of personal or symbolic value. I’ve been drawn more to the aesthetic and the art of tattooing than the symbolism. People find it hard to believe, but none of my tattoos hold any deep personal meaning.”

Do you show your tattoos in the workplace?

“I first started with Evolution when I was 20, which was five years ago. I had full sleeves at the time, but for the first two years, I don’t think anyone in the office knew I was tattooed at all. As I got more comfortable within the business, I put lWess effort into hiding my tattoos around the office. Now I’ll show up wearing a polo or t-shirt on days when I don’t have any client meetings, but I’m still pretty diligent about covering up when I’m around our clients. I have a few clients that I’ve been dealing with for years and they’re always surprised if we take a trip down to Florida or Vegas for conferences and I break out the short sleeved shirts.”

What’s next? Will you continue or stop getting tattooed?

“It’s been a few years since I’ve been tattooed, but I’m actually currently working with Dustin Poole again (now at Studio Phi) to come up with a concept for my right leg. Keeping with the tradition of large, integrated works, we’re going to go from my foot all the way up to the top of the thigh. This will likely be my last major tattoo, but you never know...”

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Waiting For the Bass to drop How Music Motivates Your Workout Words By Joanna Majcherkiewicz / Photos by Jess Bobyn / Design by Presley mills

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any external variables influence if, and how hard you exercise. The weather, body aches, your workout partner or instructor, your intrinsic motivation, and how many burritos you ate are just some of the factors. But there is something more powerful that drives your body to move — it’s music. It’s that powerful hook, inspirational lyric or bass drop. Music drives you to do more reps, to reach the finish line sooner, and to hustle the muscle — sometimes without you even realizing it. THE SCIENCE OF IT Scientific research supports that music positively influences exercise performance by improving endurance or exercise intensity. Beats significantly affect how hard you boost. In 2007, portable personal music devices were deemed a “competitive edge” in the Marine Corps Marathon and were banned from professional competitions by the event’s governing body, USA Track & Field. In this case, music was likened to some type of legal performance-enhancing drug. Where does science weigh in on this? According to Dr. Karageorghis, Head of Research at the School of Sport & Education at Brunel University (UK), music affects your perception of fatigue, increases endurance, reduces perceived effort, and may even promote metabolic efficiency — but those are just the short term benefits. Long term benefits of music have yet to be investigated thoroughly, but are thought to include increased adherence to exercise. So music makes you work harder and stick with it. Nike knows this, and in 2009 they came out with a workout mix series that included LCD Soundsystem, De La Soul, and Canadian super DJ, A-Trak. The mixes include a typical mix sandwich of warm-up and cooldown — the bread — with a build and climax in the middle. Music is often used to perform harder, better, faster, and to achieve, what I affectionally call, that “ugly sweating face.” In some workout scenarios, however, it is used as a mood regulator to calm and set the tone for peak performance.

Damian Warner, elite athlete, Olympian, and Sport Chek sponsored athlete (look for him in the Pan Am Games in Toronto this summer and in the Rio Summer Olympics in 2016) explains how music affects his training. “Music is important to me before competitions and the occasional practice,” says Warner. “I use it to get into a zone and block everything else out so I can get ready for the task at hand. I listen to music with a slower tempo to help me relax.” Some athletes use music in training but not in competition. “Music is super important for training,” says Canadian Spencer O’Brien, World Champion Slopestyle snowboarder, Olympian, and X Games medalist. “It keeps me moving and motivated when I’m lagging and feel like quitting. I use music for training but I never ever compete with it. I find it distracting at events, I like to have as clear of a mind as possible.”

PLAYLIST GUIDELINES I teach group workouts on a stationary bike with a set (although wide) range of choreography. I definitely rely on the power of music to push people beyond their comfort zone and alleviate boredom. When preparing music for a group environment there is the constant struggle for broad appeal, versus the cool new sound and recognizing that music choice is so personal. There are also other variables to consider when putting together a workout playlist for groups or for yourself. Here are a few music guidelines to get you rollin’. 1. CHOOSE THE CORRECT BPM. Choose a song with beats-per-minute (bpm) that aligns with what you’re doing. Songs are functional. For example, 100 bpm for lifting weights, or 170 bpm for jogging. According to the “white lab coats,” 125-140 beats per minute is recommended for most healthy exercisers engaged in repetitive, aerobic-type activity. Slower music is appropriate for warm-up and cool-down. Curious how to determine a song’s

bpm? Check out tempotap.com to tap out the beat and check your bpm. 2. BUILD IT UP, TEAR IT DOWN. Choose music with a desired effect in mind. Is there variety in the workout that requires a burst of energy? Consider a tune with a big slow build into a powerful high-energy drop — think dance or club music. Is the movement steady and requires power? Consider a strong repetitive beat, found in rap or hip-hop. 3. MOOD VARIETY. Contrast genres and emotions. A harmony is what gives a song its emotional “colour.” Think of the emotions a metal song evokes, versus a deep house song, versus rap. Contrast these emotions. It will re-set and re-energize the workout. 4. MIX OLD SCHOOL WITH NEW SCHOOL. The impact of a song also depends on its cultural relevance. Will everyone be motivated by the new beat or will they love

that they can sing along and anticipate the drop? Consider your audience when choosing whether you’ll play an underground gem, top 40 anthem, or a feel good classic. Also, there are many remixes of old songs updated to current music trends. This bridges the gap between what’s trending and what’s familiar. Google “Salt-N-Pepa Push It Mayeda Remix,” if you need an example. 5. LYRICS. Lyrics have motivating associations, even if the originator didn’t intended for that association— looking at you Ice Cube. You can do it put you’re back into it (Ice Cube). Started from the bottom now we here (Drake). I want to conquer the world (Bad Religion). Till the rivers run dry I’ve got to try, try, try, I’ll keep pushing on (Oliver $ and Jimi Jules).

FINDING MUSIC The music cycle moves rapidly. Music trends and songs are created, consumed, and forgotten at such a fast rate. While it

can be overwhelming, on the plus side it means there’s a constant source of new and motivating material to keep you on your game. Here are some of the places I find new music: Songza.com From Pitchfork’s Best New Music playlist, to the Top 100 Blogged, to Music To Listen to While You Walk Your Lizard Named William Who You Adopted from Kaffeklubben Island — this website has a playlist for almost any situation and a great way to stumble upon new artists or songs. Soundcloud.com This is a music social media website and one of my favourites. Follow your favourite artists, DJs, record labels, or brands (Aritzia has a Soundcloud page). Artists often “re-post” and “like” others content which exposes you to so many great new sounds from sources you already trust. Soundcloud.com/joannamagik

Beatport.com This is an online music store specializing in electronic music. The site ranks songs by genre and popularity. So much content. Dig in. Google.com Search your favourite fitness brand and the word “playlist” or “mix”. Chances are your favourite running shoe brand or fitness magazine has created a playlist at some point. These playlists can be a bit cheesy, but you might find something that works for you. Music is one of the most powerful workout motivators. It will get you going in the first place and keep you going when you want to shut it down. Explore what works for you and turn it up. But not too loud or I’ll have to write an article about exercise and hearing loss, and there’s no song motivating enough for that. Except, well, there probably is.

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YYZ, LGA, LAS, LAX, LAS, YYC. As I write this I am sitting on my sixth plane in 10 days from four cities and two conferences. I am ready to come home. Not because I am homesick, but more so, that I am grateful for how amazing Calgary is becoming. Every time I leave I am energized to infuse even more inspiration into our great city, and to continue to be proud of who we are and what we have. When I took over Fiasco, I had a conversation with my father about how great we would do if Fiasco were in San Diego. Having just returned from a visit – the weather, culture, and people made me think it would be an idea to consider. He was quick to remind me that cities we travel to are often very large ponds, and businesses like ours are minnows amongst everyone else. Contrary, Calgary is a strong economy, with level competition, and most importantly, an ecosystem to support new ideas. While I listened, I never really understood what it meant until the last few years. The hard work that has been put into fostering relationships with those who love what we do, the businesses we work with, and the culture we have created make it very clear that he was right. Calgary operates on small town values – with global thinking. Small businesses are thriving and the competition is working together to do great things. A rarity in other cities. There is no secret ingredient – it’s just a matter of thinking differently. For our team, thinking differently about how to beat the weather, collaborate with competition, and create sustainability, all stems from us infusing purpose and meaning into the work we do. Within our team we call this way of thinking, “give, give, give, take.” Gary Vaynerchuk – someone I had the pleasure of sharing the stage with back in 2012 – shares this school of thought, and we have embraced it. The premise is that the more you give, the more you get. When it comes to the relationships we build, we are assertive in our giving for the single reason that we can make our city a better place.

A lot of it has to do with the gratitude that money can’t buy. We have taken the time to nurture and build meaningful relationships with great restaurants, festivals, the city, East Village, and most importantly, anyone who has a bit of a better day because of what we do. That type of long-term thinking has now began to yield results even greater than initially imagined. What’s the catch? You have to focus on the outcome, not the output. Giving something is an output, the effect it has on someone else’s success or well-being, is the outcome. It has to be real. Similarly to a partner in your personal life, you need to continue to give, so that the day you need to take, it doesn’t seem like you have taken it for granted. We all need support somehow, from someone as we look to grow our new ideas – so start thinking like a giver and not a taker. What have you given lately?

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Calgary has so much brilliance. Our team is continually inspired to work hard and create a memorable experience. I am so excited for this summer for that exact reason. We have YYCFoodTruck Frenzies every month and we can all look forward to Folk Fest, great live music, art popping up everywhere, new businesses emerging, and people really embracing our city. We are truly lucky to have what we have. But remember, none of this exists unless we nurture it. We support all of this by partaking and encouraging others to get involved. Give a little so that you can get a little. I will forever be proud that YYCFoodTrucks and Fiasco call Calgary home. There is so much magic here, and the more we all challenge ourselves and those businesses we work with to give us something to be proud of, then the better our city will become.

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THE ART OF STAYING PUT LEARNING TO EMBRACE THE CITY WE CALL HOME. Between kindergarten and post-secondary education, I attended 13 different schools and never stayed longer than two years in any given place until high school. While I could have spun stories of nefarious behaviour to earn notoriety in every new home room class, this outwardly transitory circumstance can be attributed solely to being a child born into a family of educators. Constant change has taught me precisely how to not feel settled anywhere, at anytime, under any circumstance. Ironically, this month’s theme, The Embrace, is all about appreciating and celebrating the surroundings in our own city. This concept is particularly unsettling, given that consistency is my emotionally unavailable lover. The one constant of this life is my dear friend, change, which is the unlikely teacher of resilience, tenacity and adaptability. These traits become the backbone of surviving teenage acne, torpedo boobs, broken hearts, and playground drama. Perhaps then, the idea of The Embrace is simply

about learning just how to feel settled. This concept is not about “settling” because that’s a dirty word that, in my opinion, earns no gold stars in anyone’s vocabulary. While we could argue semantics together, etymology isn’t a strong suit of mine unless it can explain why there is a “d” in fridge but not in refrigerator. While at the time I didn’t realize it, my move here in 2002 led me to officially call Calgary home. This is a common experience shared by many Calgarians, as our paths, for various reasons, ultimately led us to this city. Admittedly, the places we call home are often also the places we take for granted. Yearning for the cool water and salty air of the seaside, burrowing toes in the hot cover of white sands, or a wind beaten face and a heavy pack on our back, is a feeling we all share. The beautiful truth is, Calgary provides a community and the opportunity to have it all. While I could cumulate a long list of Calgary attractions, you can use the Google machine for that. Instead, here are a few of my favourite experiences that remind me to be grateful for this amazing city we all call home. LAZY AFTERNOONS Tucked away in the neighbourhood of Elboya, Stanley Park leads down to the Elbow River, where you can find a spot in an expansive field to sun, or lay in the shaded slopes down near the water. Necessities include an oversized Turkish blanket, a large S’Well bottle (which conveniently happens to fit a full bottle of white wine) and depending on your style, either a Frisbee or your favourite novel. Should you tire of reclining, there will be numerous entertaining characters to watch floating along the river on plastic dinosaurs — another thing to

try if you have more patience for inflatables than I do. SHADED WALKS While living in Lakeview several years ago, I haphazardly discovered the “secret trails” hidden within the community. I’ve been sworn to secrecy and can’t share the exact locations of these charming paths, but they weave in and out of “The Village” providing opportunity to house-gaze while holding hands with your beau. Should sweaty palms prevail, the neighbourhood also houses several other worthy attractions including The Earl Grey Golf Club, The Calgary Canoe Club, and North Glenmore Park. Between sailing lessons on the Glenmore Reservoir, beautiful bike paths, and plenty of off-leash dog areas for “Dumb-Dumb” to expel excess energy, this charming community still continues to be relatively unknown.

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FORE THE LOVE OF GOLF No longer just a game for retired snowbirds, golf is an essential summer activity. Feeling intimidated? Don’t be. Consider this your golf 101.

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olf is a game with many virtues — the beautiful settings, the camaraderie, the beer — the list goes on. However, one of the legitimate knocks against the game are all the silly don’ts, the rules, and of course, the etiquette.

It’s widely known that golf, especially for the newbies, can be quite intimidating. When you have no idea what is “acceptable” behaviour and what might get your sorry ass kicked off the course, it can certainly put a damper on things. And, let’s be honest, nobody likes to embarrass themselves in front of their friends, co-workers, clients, and anyone else who might be smirking or lurking along the way.

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Obviously, some of the rules are fairly easy to adhere to. For example, if you make 12 on a hole don’t mark down 5 (that’s cheating). If your playing opponent is driving you nuts don’t decapitate him with your 5-iron (that’s murder). Or, if your name isn’t Evil Knievel, don’t try to clear Dead Man’s Gulch with your power cart (unless you want a starring role in “Dumbest Stuff on Wheels”).

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However, “proper” golf etiquette is often difficult to know and understand, and to be completely honest, it actually varies from foursome to foursome and tournament to tournament. For example, at the Hanna Hillbilly Classic it might be totally cool to pass out, or vomit, while someone is in their backswing. While at many other tournaments such behaviour could easily be considered “out of bounds.”

is also OK. It’s common sense, folks. Do you want a Titleist embedded in your forebrain? Didn’t think so. Giving “tips” is generally not cool. Unless the person requests help or is so Gawd-awful they can’t even hold the club, leave the instruction for professionals. Don’t walk in someone’s line on the green. Their “line” also extends beyond the hole. Walk around their line or step over it. It’s the polite thing to do. The theory here is that footprints or spike marks can make a ball roll offline. Keep in mind that their “line” - because of slope or break on the green – may not actually be the straight line that extends from their ball directly to the hole. Get it? Obey cart signs with the power carts. Newbie golfers – or really drunk golfers – tend to underestimate the hard work and costs associated with maintaining a golf course. Golf carts, even when they are driven with care, cause turf damage on a course. Essentially, when you skid, slam on the brakes, or play rally car with your buddies you are actually destroying property that doesn’t belong to you. Respect the turf. Not surprisingly, it works the same way when you are on the putting green. Jumping, twisting your feet, running, and stomping will leave marks and damage the turf. If you make any marks on the green you should fix them. Or the golf course superintendent might fix you with a choke hold. Bottom line, just be cool. Ask if you don’t know. Use your head. Pay attention. Be kind. Be courteous. Pick up your ball if you’re frustrated and start again on the next hole. Nobody likes to be on the course until midnight.

Now that you’ve got the etiquette on lock, how about some tips and tricks to help get your golf game on point? If the best shot in your bag is the 50-yard worm burner or the dead-right shank off the ball washer, you may be in need of a lesson, or two. Or 10.

At any rate, here are some of the fairly important things worth knowing when it comes to etiquette. Because you never know when you’ll be paired with someone kind of important, and sadly, you’ll need to be all “nice and proper.”

CPGA Professional Bill Murchison, the Director of Instruction and Corporate Programs at the RCGA Golf Centre in South East Calgary, has given hope to hordes of hackers.

• It’s best not to move or talk – or snort, sneeze, or scream when someone else is playing a shot. • Be ready to hit – or attempt to hit - when it’s your turn. The person who is furthest from the hole has the honour. Don’t play slow. Walk with some purpose. Nobody likes five-hour rounds. • The best place to stand when someone is playing a shot is immediately to their right (if they are a right-hander). Or to their left if they are lefty. Standing behind a safe distance

“Most swing problems actually start before a player actually swing the club,” says Murchison. The following are his top three tips. The most important thing you’ll ever learn about golf is a proper grip. A good grip will allow you to maintain control of the club without applying too much pressure. This will actually increase clubhead speed resulting in more distance. It will also help you

get the clubface back to square at impact – necessary for a straight shot. If you’ve never been taught how to properly place your hands on a club, make this a priority. It will pay huge dividends. A balanced, athletic posture is very important. Bend from the waist but keep a straight spine. Your head should be an extension of your straight back, and your knees slightly flexed – creating a position where the weight is balanced equally between your feet. You need to be rock solid over the ball with enough tilt to allow your arms to hang almost straight down from your shoulders. Now, no one expects you to be the next member of the PGA TOUR, so if you’re more into the social aspect of the game then more power to you. No longer just a game for the old guys, golf is the perfect way to spend a sunny afternoon with friends. Take a break from endless patio hopping, and hop on the course instead.

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Still, if you’d rather just observe – the Shaw Charity Classic, which will be contested for the third time this summer at the Canyon Meadows Golf & Country Club from August 7th to 9th, is a great option. Ladies, this is the perfect creative date idea that will completely surprise and delight your man. Gents, make it a boy’s day out. Turn it into a friendly competition by placing wagers on the highest and lowest scores of the day. Tickets are affordably priced, which means more money for beer and grub. They even offer a free shuttle to and from the Anderson LRT station, so you and your friends can continue the fun away from the green and into the city – safely of course. Business deals in the summer tend to take place out of the office and on the golf course. Swap out playing and watch the pros instead. The Shaw Charity Classic has all the comforts and amenities you need to wine and dine those clients. No need to rush back to the city – stick around for happy hour at the Big Rock Brewery Concession in the Fan Experience Zone. The Shaw Charity Classic has become one of the most popular stops on the Champions Tour, which features legendary golfers like Fred Couples, Colin Montgomerie, Rocco Mediate, and many more. In the first two years of the tournament they raised over $4.7 million for children’s charities so it’s certainly not just the “big” boys who benefit. The event was also the winner of Tourism Calgary’s White Hat Award for Event of the Year in Calgary. There you have it. No need to be intimidated – whether you’re playing or spectating, golf is a game to enjoy. Grab your clubs, grab your friends, and start practicing that golf clap. For more information on the Shaw Charity classic visit their website at shawcharityclassic.com. Enter code “BRANDED” at checkout for discounted tickets.

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LET S HEAR IT FOR THE GIRLS Meet Calgaryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sweatbandits. These fit queens are taking the city by storm, through outdoor popup workout classes that are sure to bring the heat this summer. photo by Winifrey Valencia at Winjuan photography

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hey say “don’t sweat the small stuff,” but these instructors like to sweat it all. YYC’s fitness culture is strong, and it seems there’s a new studio popping up on every corner of the city. Yoga, spin, barre, pilates, surfset — you name it and Calgary’s got it. But this summer, a team of instructors have decided to take the fun out of the studio, and into mother nature.

alternating between Tuesdays and Thursdays, allowing options for people’s busy schedules.

“We all have the same goals, [and] we are all moving in the same direction, so we thought why not get out of the constraints of studio walls and become one?” explains Mallory Chapman, owner of Studio Revolution Fitness. Chapman, and fellow instructor Karleen Samson, are the initial brains behind the squad.

Sweatbandits hopes to break down these barriers and get people moving. The classes will take place at different parks and city landmarks, meaning there’s no limit to how many people can participate — the more the merrier. Each pop-up class will cost $15, with 50 percent of the proceeds going to a variety of charities to best spread the love.

The focus is on keeping it simple and inspiring people in a new environment. With two different class types — yoga and high-intensity circuit training — it’s sure to please a variety of fitness palates. Classes will run once a week,

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“We want to make it accessible. There’s a lot of people who want to come to classes, but can’t, whether it’s a financial issue, time, or maybe geography,” says Chapman.

Get your heart rate up, enjoy the summer sunshine, and give back to a worthy cause — you really can’t lose. Follow @thesweatbandits on social media for more details on when and where to get your sweat on.

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ALL TOSSED UP Eat your greens. These restaurants are proving salads are anything but boring. Enjoy them all, and still maintain that beach bod.

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We’ve all heard the adage shilled by those super healthy people, you know, that one — “salads don’t have to be boring.” Lucky for Calgarians, there are plenty of local chefs who believe the same, and are tossing up some mean greens, proving salads can be both nutritious and delicious. Crisp and refreshing, with unpredictable flavours and ingredients — these salads have been executed to perfection for unabashed enjoyment. Now we know most people associate salads with boring leafy greens and mediocre, flavourless dressings, but we’re here to change your mind. Whether it’s a hearty, grilledto-perfection sirloin on top of citrus-tossed Tuscan greens, or a fresh take on the caprese, one thing is for sure — these salads are sexy. Turn the pages and get ready to drool. Guilt free, of course — beach bod season, anyone?

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THE BELTLINER 243 12TH AVE SW Tri-coloured poached beets, dill, goat cheese, sour cream and pecan panna cotta.

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PARC BRASSERIE 818 16 AVE SW Seared tuna, green beans, tomato, pickled white anchovy, fingerling potato.

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THE LIVING ROOM 514 17 AVE SW Buffalo mozzarella, compressed three melon, balsamic gel, riesling pearl, organic olive oil, micro basil.

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CHARCUT 899 CENTRE STREET SW #101 White bean hummus, charred sourdough, pickled chilli peppers, crispy white beans dusted with sumac, citrus vinaigrette.

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YELLOW DOOR BISTRO 119 12 AVE SW Blue cheese, tomato, avocado double smoked bacon, poached egg, dill buttermilk dressing.

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NAVIGATE THE TRUCKS As the fleet of YYCFoodTrucks rolls through our streets this summer, you’ll need help making good choices. And, because choices are hard, we’ll help narrow down your plan of attack. Here’s our all-star lineup. Ten trucks that will whip you into #FoodTruckFrenzy shape in no time.

CALGARY MINI DONUTS Cinnamon dusted, sinfully delicious. Hot off the conveyor belt, grab a bucket and take a trip down memory lane. Especially recommended if you’re looking to make a few new friends #stopstaringatmydonuts.

FIASCO GELATO (@fiascogelato) The mascot of summer, Fiasco is serving up tiny scoops of bliss. Artisan gelato and refreshing sorbetto made the way it was meant to – with love, of course. We’re currently drooling over white peach ice tea, the hottest new flavour to keep you cool this summer.

RED WAGON (@redwagondiner) Authentic Montreal smoked meat hash, sandwiches, and wraps – you can enjoy the Red Wagon Diner for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Breakfast sammies, traditional smoked meat, and coconut encrusted French toast. With amazing hash browns, pickles, and coleslaw – they cover all the classic diner favourites.

YUMMI YOGI’S (@yummiyogis) Sweet organic justice. This truck is perfect for those looking for a healthy, vegan food truck experience. Straight up wholesome and delicious, it tastes great and will leave you feeling even better. Namast’ay right here at this truck.

EATS OF ASIA (@eatsofasia) Kimchi miso ramen and steam buns, oh my! Eats of Asia delivers popular Asian inspired eats for the people. With an ever-evolving menu, you’ll have to keep coming back for more.

SAVINO (@savinopizzeria) A wood fired pizza from a truck is hard to find, but Savino does it just right. Freshly made Neapolitan pizza. Buon appetito!

Looking for a food truck fix? Jump on Twitter and check out @yycfoodtrucks to see where your favourites are cruisin’. Pencil in a date at some of these great YYCFoodTrucks festivals this summer and try them all! Feel free to compete with yourself for the title of “most calories consumed in an hour” – we won’t judge.

THE FIVE COMMANDMENTS FOR FOOD TRUCK EATING 1. Carry cash. 2. Avoid wearing white at all costs. 3. If it’s 30 degrees outside, it 40 degrees inside the truck – be kind. 4. Yes, lineups are a pain but please practice some patience. The best things in life are worth waiting for. 5. Operate in a buddy system. Kill two lines with one stone and grab two trucks to share. Nothing is worse than FOMO over an order better than yours.

TAIKO TACO (@taikotaco) This Pan-Asian taqueria is serving up gourmet tacos in a soft steam bun. Pork belly, chili chicken, or veggie, these little gems are sure to delight. Save room for the Korean spiced fries, the secret sauce on these guys are the talk of the town – you’ll probably need two orders.

STICKY RICKY’S YYC (@stickyrickysyyc) They offer the best of Cajun flare street eats. Gumo-laya (gumbo + jumbalyaya together at last), n’awlins fries, and fin or fowl blackened poboys. Save some room for a treat. Vicki’s magical Voo’doo cookies will put you under a spell.

OPENING SUMMER 2015. OUR NEW HEADQUARTERS AT THE SIMMONS BUILDING. Home of our new concept café, roasterie, and training centre.

WAFFLE & CHIX (@wafflesandchix) Poutine, nutella, fried chicken, and fluffy golden waffles all on one menuthere is a reason its line is usually wrapped around the block. Make sure it’s a cheat day.

VILLAGE BREWERY (@villagebrewery) Beer on wheels. There is zero percent chance of any other bar driving you home. Amen.

KEEP ON TRUCKIN’ June 27-28th Summer Frenzy // August 7-9th Taste the Trucks

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The Other Side of Kitchens words by Caitlin Best, photos by Megan Rutkowski, styling by Espy

In a frank interview - an unapologetic downtown chef gives us his personal take on the good, the bad, and the less than glamorous side of working in kitchens. Covering everything from his formative years in the dish pit, to getting humbled during a recent trip to Japan, this is a chef who’s seen it all.

His introduction into kitchens was just as glamorous. Starting as a young dishwasher in a low-end diner, the first experience definitely left an impression.

With the blitz of cooking shows that highlight the romantic adventures of kitchen personalities travelling the globe, competing in epic culinary battles, and perusing exotic markets for ingredients, it’s no wonder that many chefs today have gained cult-like if not, celebrity status.

“I worked with a motley crew of breakfast chefs in a crappy diner and they fit every kitchen cliché you could imagine. When I first entered kitchens it was a very different scene from today. It was very sexist and homophobic.”

There’s no denying the appeal that comes with working in prestigious kitchens, winning the praise of illustrious diners and in Gordon Ramsay’s case, having the power to verbally assassinate others as you fancy but in reality, the fame, money and Michelin stars you see on the tube aren’t always reality.

After spending his formative years learning the degenerate ways of short order cooks, he was convinced that he needed to pursue a higher form of education that would take him far away from the kitchen line.

Welcome To The Underbelly

Meet Darren MacLean. As chef and owner of Calgary’s Downtownfood. He’ll be the first person to tell you that running your own restaurant isn’t all sunshine and roses. “What we do is fucking hard. Typically, I’m here at seven in the morning and gone at midnight.” Adding, “I sometimes think my restaurant and career have been a sheer force of will.”

Giving finance a try and hating it too, he soon found himself back in the hospitality industry, only this time in nightclubs and with a rather interesting title.While thinking back on those days induces a stomach churning sensation for MacLean, he’ll happily admit to working as a topless server at Cowboys, a position that landed him title of Ladies Night Coordinator. “Keep in mind, I was in much better shape back then,” he says with a smile.

Fueled by a ton of Red Bull and espresso, he’s admitted to sacrificing a great deal personally and financially to keep things running, which at times has meant sleeping on a cot at work, showering at the local gym, and going back to work just four days after major surgery.

Getting into the role of cooking later than most – it wasn’t until MacLean came to work at Murrieta’s in 2005 that his true passion for cooking was genuinely peaked by a chef named Chris Grafton.

After years of winding his way from dish pits, cooking lines, ladies’ nights, and finally to owning his own restaurant, this is one chef with a most unusual career history and some colourful stories from behind the line.

“I credit him with firing me up about cuisine. It was the first time I saw whole fish [being used] and watched someone make spring rolls by hand.”

A Far From Average Resume

For the first time in his life, the young chef-to-be started to see there might be more to cooking than handling pre-made guacamole. After scrounging up enough money he was off to chef school, this time convinced he’d found his calling.

If you’ve read Anthony Bourdain’s memoirs, the now famous Kitchen Confidential, you’ll know that he talks about a childhood experience in France as a main catalyst for his cooking career. While on a family vacation, the young Bourdain tried fresh oysters for the first time on a fisherman’s boat and credits that very moment for igniting his passion for cooking. In comparison, MacLean’s early memories of food in childhood are far less whimsical. As he explains, “The signature dish in my house called for a can of mushroom soup, ground beef, and boiled potatoes. My mom called it Goulash because we were broke. The 25 cent ramen noodles was another popular dish.”

Restaurants 101

Fast-forward several years to 2012 when MacLean was approached with an opportunity to open his own restaurant with several partners. Located in the downtown core of Calgary, Downtownfood became a popular dining destination, known for its fresh

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viable way of connecting people to what’s on their dinner plate but also a realistic way of looking at food production in the future. In his opinion, everyone should own a beehive.

ingredients and beautifully plated dishes. Described by the chef and owner as “French and North American style cuisine with Asian flavours,” the bistro’s menu reflected just that. “My palate has no geographic boundaries. I take Canada’s ethnic mosaic and food styles and apply them to local ingredients,” he explains.

When asked what he hoped the legacy of Downtownfood would be, he sums it up as this: “I hope people remember it as a restaurant that tried to make a difference and didn’t compromise. We cooked food that was as delicious, as it was good for the environment because we care and are committed to our craft.”

Now, fast-forward a few more years. Despite winning the favour of Calgary food lover’s palates, by the time you’re reading this Downtownfood will have closed its doors for good – a decision made so MacLean could focus on new ventures.

Big In Japan

Some chefs might see this as a downfall, but this isn’t the case for Maclean who has the exact opposite attitude, viewing the closure as part of an evolution that has taught him more than a few lessons.

In preparation for his next project, MacLean recently travelled to Japan, a trip that he calls “humbling,” and one he likened to 1950s America “where people try to achieve perfection because it’s the right thing to do, not because you’re going to get written about.”

“I’ve made every mistake in the restaurant business. Hiring friends, dating staff, getting by with different suppliers, letting the hype get to me and being that crazy chef. If there’s one thing I’ve learned for sure, intensity is good, chaos isn’t.”

Reflecting his own passion for sustainable agriculture, the chef abroad was fascinated by the country’s smart use of space for growing food, where rooftop gardens are a regular occurrence and gardens are even found running along bullet train lines.

“After years of winding his way from dish pits, cooking lines, ladies’ nights and finally to owning his own restaurant — this is one chef with a most unusual career history, and lots to say about the unsexy side cooking.”

He travelled extensively with the likes of Yoshihiro Narisawa, a chef whose name has graced San Pellegrino lists several years running. Maclean was in awe as the two spent time in the Mie Prefecture, often eating at restaurants where the staff were oblivious to their local guest of honour. “Here I am with one of the best chefs in the world and he didn’t care if anyone recognized him. He doesn’t have Twitter. He’s just doing it.”

Please Don’t Say ‘Farm To Table’

The last few years have been far from easy for Maclean but despite the challenges, there were some incredibly positive things to come out of the experience, like becoming part of a much bigger conversation about sustainability.

Comparing similar stories about shell divers and sake makers who lived such low-key lives, Maclean was again shocked by their complete disinterest in [fame and fortune] notoriety. Meeting another Yakitori chef who had held the same position for decades he couldn’t help but ask, “Don’t you get bored?” referring to the chef’s role of turning meat skewers all day. His question was met with a wise but simple response, “It takes a tremendous amount of passion to do monotonous work to perfection.”

“The term ‘Farm to Table’ is so overused, but chefs have a responsibility to care about where their food comes from. It’s the right thing to do,” he says. “From the outset, the intention [with Downtownfood] was to challenge the status quo, which is why I planted a vegetable garden and beehives on top of the restaurant roof,” smack dab in what he would call “an otherwise barren and desolate urban space.”

The Next Chapter

With plans already underway for his next restaurant Shokunin Izakaya, slated to open later this summer, the new concept will serve as a casual eatery where guests are encouraged to enjoy Yakitori style shared plates and Asian inspired cocktails in a lively and energetic dining atmosphere, akin to what you might expect to see in Japan.

Despite a few setbacks like the unpredictably of Calgary’s climate killing his fig tree and a few bug infestations, the project was a huge success that amounted to roughly 800 pounds of produce.

The menu items at Shokunin Izakaya may appear to be simple, but don’t be fooled, they’re a far cry from Maclean’s early encounters with 25-cent ramen and will continue to be sourced from quality suppliers, not to mention, his own green space and 4K Farms, whenever possible.

During this time, he also forged a relationship with 4K Farms, where he still sources his meat from today, including Tambuta® pigs that subsist on a diet of hazelnuts, BC apples, and squash – likely boasting a better diet than most university students.

Now a little older and wiser, the new opening certainly seems to mark a turning point in MacLean’s career.

Maclean believes this practice of sustainability is not only a

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SUMMER FLINGS Everything is sweeter in the summer.

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THIS ISN’T THE SUMMER OF LOVE.

IT’S THE SUMMER OF COCKTAILS.

HAND CRAFTED SUMMER COCKTAILS. “NOT YOUR DADDY’S BURGER JOINT”

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They burn blazing hot. They’re bittersweet and perfect until inevitably they burn out. They’re one of life’s greatest pleasures, and you deserve to taste at least one.

“Summer romances end for all kinds of reasons. But when all is said and done, they have one thing in common: They are shooting stars—a spectacular moment of light in the heavens, a fleeting glimpse of eternity. And in a flash, they’re gone.” —The Notebook Summer fling (def:) “A sexual adventure free of hassles, commitments or drama, timed for the summer only. No deep personal involvement; just sex and attention.” —Urban Dictionary

Summer flings. It seems to me there are two extremes, they’re either quick and dirty (first two weeks of July anyone?) or they’re book worthy loves with a tragic fate come September— either way, they enamour us.

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As much as I like Nicholas Sparks’ take on summer flings, my experience seems to fall somewhere in the middle of “a fleeting glimpse of eternity” and “just sex and attention.” Summer flings do indeed end for all kinds of reasons. Here in Calgary, a huge marker for the end of our best summer flings is usually the last Sunday of Stampede.

it that title must have been because we had just graduated. People kept telling us the world was at our feet. None of us quite knew where we were going yet, but we were still young enough that it didn’t matter. Most of us had another four years of school lined up to pass the time and put off growing up. And that’s exactly what we did.

Those 10 days aside, there’s always at least one summer etched into our memories that brings with it the bittersweet pang of what could have been. Or at least one summer that makes us smirk. What they have in common is a simple life lesson—embrace what is, because nothing lasts forever..

I remember when he (summer fling number one) posed this question, because it sent this sad intuitive feeling through me, “How many more summers do you think we’ll get to do this for?”

A Tale of Two Very Different Summers “A fleeting glimpse of eternity”

We declared it “the best summer ever” for many years after the fact. Part of what earned

A little context—summer fling number one and I have cabins beside one another in BC. From age 15 on, every summer was spent at our cabins with the same group of friends. Long sunny days, an endless supply of beer, boating, beach fires—in other words, it was paradise. I knew in my gut there would come a summer when things would change. He knew it too—I

think he saw the end before we all did. I liked his pessimism; it never turned me off. Somewhere down the line, something turned him into a realist whereas I stayed the same— fatefully optimistic.

I lived for my summers. He knew they always ended. If I were to have ever had him, it was that summer, and I did for a few short weeks. It was your standard 18-year-old summer crush. Stolen kisses, drunk ramblings about fate, beach make out sessions, nights spent gazing up at the stars—do you want to puke yet? Lying on the beach alone that August after everyone had left I truly felt the meaning of the word bittersweet. That’s the thing about summer flings—they’re perfect and then they end. Maybe knowing that they’re going to end, as this particular guy did, is what makes them into this perfect

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Summer in Calgary is fleeting, so it’s essential to maximize our days in the sun before another freak September snowfall. Patio season is arguably the best season of all, and luckily Calgary has plenty of venues that offer the ultimate outdoor dining experience. You’ll

Bar C 340 17 Ave SW Comfortable lounge seating and lush greenery tucked behind large furnace doors are perfect if you’re on the hunt for a little more seclusion. Anejo 2116 4 St SW One word — margaritas. Day or night their patio is the ideal spot for a fiesta. Sombrero not included.

Hotel Arts 119 12 Ave SW

Cibo 1012 17 Ave SW Not only do they serve up one of the best crusts in the city, Cibo’s patio is a delight. Ditch the office and get there early for pizza happy hour – half prized ‘za from 3-6pm daily, plus wine and millstreet draft specials. The Hose & Hound 1030 9 Ave SE

The poolside patio at Hotel Arts epitomizes lazy summer days. Open for both hotel guests and local patrons looking to cool off — it’s a one-stop shop for bronzing, boozing and binging on delicious cuisine.

Calgary’s only fire hall pub has plenty of daily specials and beers on tap — perfect for a group date or soaking up the sun in Inglewood.

Corbeaux 730 17 Ave SW

Joey Eau Claire 208 Barclay Parade SW

The Living Room 514 17 Ave SW

Enjoy a walk along the river then fuel up with some delicious eats. Their sunny patio is perfect for relishing all that summer has to offer.

A calm amongst the chaos of The Red Mile — The Living Room’s elegant decor and cozy ambience are perfect for a romantic evening under the stars.

French food with a Canadian twist, Corbeaux has been winning over hearts since its opening late last year. Their multi-tiered patio nearly doubles their seating, meaning a greater chance of actually getting a table. #FOMO, anyone? 92

Last Best Brewery & Distilling 340 17 Ave SW With a focus on community and true beer culture – we can’t think of a better reason to get the crew together for a few pints.

Broken City 613 11th Avenue SW

Standard 111 7 Ave SW

One of Calgary’s best kept secrets. Nestled on a quiet rooftop in the design district, Broken City has the ultimate sunny seat.

A hidden gem amidst the concrete jungle - this rooftop alley patio gets great sun all afternoon. Good luck getting back to work. Simmons / Charbar 618 Confluence Way SE Located in the newly renovated Simmons Building, Charbar’s patio is a must-go. Spend a lazy afternoon people watching on their river walk terrace or venture upstairs to the rooftop for breathtaking views of the city.

Container Bar 1131 Kensington Road NW

Oak Tree Tavern 124 10 St NW

Calgary’s first and only alley patio from a fully recycled shipping container. Warm blankets, heaters, and affordable wine and cocktails—what more could you need? Simplicity is a beautiful thing.

1410 Bier Haus 119 12 1410 17 Ave SW Small but mighty, 1410 has a beautiful rooftop patio overlooking the hustle and bustle of 17th avenue.

Nestled in Kensington, Oak Tree feels like your favourite backyard hangout, with the added bonus of picturesque city Wurst views. 2437 4 St SW

National 17th 550 17 Ave SW

Outdoor heaters, TVs, tea lights, and plenty of seating – it’s time to take your wurst behaviour outside. Drake would approve.

The perfect patio for seeing and being seen. Can’t decide what to drink? The National Caesar (made with beer) is a definite crowd pleaser.

National on 8th 225 8 Ave SW

Cannibale 813 1 Ave NE

A stunning rooftop patio right in the heart of downtown. Enjoy dinner with friends and stay for the after party — ping pong, anyone?

A one-chair barbershop up front, with a sliding door that opens up to an eclectic bar and patio that will easily become your favourite neighbourhood hangout.

River Cafe 25 Prince’s Island Park Take your dining experience up a notch. Located on Prince’s Island Park, River Café’s patio is a magical escape, day or night. Their delicious menu changes seasonally – meaning there’s always something new to try.

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HIM If there’s one thing taking the men’s fashion world by storm this season it’s khakis. Roll them up just above the ankle to give your look some cool factor. Pair them with a bold patterned button up to add some texture, and to give you that extra flare. And of course, polish off your look with a great shoe, mix it up by doing a knot tie instead of the conventional bow. Club Monaco Pants $99, Club Monaco Shirt $99, Lucien Piccard Watch $450, Sperry Shoes $120.

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you’re in your mid-to-late twenties you’ve probably had this happen at least once. Handsome guy walks into a house party and catches your eye. You find out he’s your friend’s boyfriend’s best friend’s buddy. You get introduced and in 20 minutes decide you like him. Twenty minutes after that he tells you about this awesome European road trip he’s going on and he leaves in six weeks. For three months. You decide to have a little fun before he leaves because well, why not? And your yogi friend is trying to get you to be more “present.” Besides, you’ve had flings before and “wow does this old fashioned taste delicious.” Five weeks later you sit in a bar, at his going away party and fight back the tears because you’ve just decided long distance is too hard. Besides, this was just fun – right?

worst. When you only have your thoughts and Netflix to occupy your mind. Stop recommending Matthew McConaughey movies. You know what else will be hard? Telling your friends you’ve decided to go for it. They will all feign a happiness that comes from a place of caring, but inwardly they know they’ve just signed up for a night next to you, a bottle of red, and a tub of Ben and Jerry’s. Surely it is just a matter of time before it blows up. Let me tell you why it shouldn’t work from a guy who has travelled the better part of the last 10 years. It shouldn’t work because absence only makes the heart grow fonder when you miss everything. When you’re new to a relationship you rarely know about “everything” and if you do, you likely have rose-coloured glasses on about the things that drive seasoned lovers insane.

What if it wasn’t? What if you were ready but convinced yourself otherwise even though you had cupid’s arrow firmly stuck in your ass?

“don’t even think about it if you’re not in love.”

Fret not my skewered friend – the world is getting smaller.

It shouldn’t work because too many phone calls, or not enough. You haven’t built a foundation of communication and expectation yet and it is inevitable that one of you, if not both, will be frustrated with the frequency and duration.

Nowadays with twice a day non-stop flights from Calgary to London, or 200 flights from Calgary to Fort Mac, it’s become incredibly easy for people to be gone…and then back…and then gone again. FaceTime, Snapchat, and WhatsApp make it like they never left. So what does that mean for love? Does true love know no distance? Does absence truly make the heart grow fonder? Here is my advice – go for it. Just have your eyes wide open. Let’s start with how hard it’s going to be. At first the simple idea of them being gone will be really hard. Even though they’re still here. So you get emotionally unstable even before they leave. Then after they’re gone the days seem okay but waking up alone and not talking to one another during the day drives you nuts. Then there’s the nighttime. That’s the

It shouldn’t work because both of you still have other lives. Those lives require attention. What happens when one of you is back, online or available and the other has to attend a party or work late or have nine more beers? #PatioSeason It shouldn’t work because of jealousy – the ugliest thing to pop into a relationship since that goofy snake with the apple dropped out of the tree and said “Hey Eve, never mind what he said, you have got to try this.” Now let me tell you why it will work, and why you should try it. It will work because you both make the choice that it will work. It isn’t a Hail Mary pass with 10 seconds left on the clock. It’s a calculated decision based on all the facts at hand. There is a strategy, some guidelines, and

some latitude for “things you didn’t think of.” It will work because there is no “one way” to meet your soulmate. Most importantly, it will work because you’re in love. That’s right, L.O.V.E. There are also no rules about when you can fall in love. It could have happened that first night at the party. I fell in love with my wife three hours into our first date. It just took me another six years to ask her to marry me. Here is my warning – don’t even think about it if you’re not in love. Why? If you’re in love, you’ll pick up the phone. If you’re in love, winning fights becomes less important. If you’re in love, the flirty barista won’t be nearly as handsome as your man If you’re in love, the bartender can flash her blues at you but all you see is your girl. If you’re in love, there is no ocean big enough or highway long enough to stop that feeling. If you’re in love, you’ll do the things you don’t want to, because the thought of not having the other person far outweighs any short-term pain. So if you’re ready to chuck your heart down on the table and say, “hit me again, dealer” here are five tips from a guy who currently splits time between Calgary and London. 1. Set a very clear expectation of when and how you will communicate. Clear expectations mean fewer sad nights and fewer questions. 2. Let the small things slide and always say you’re sorry when it’s your fault. Fights left unresolved can grow into larger issues quicker than Lindsay Lohan will re-offend. 3. Send messages of love that they’ll wake up to. It will ease the downer of not waking up next to you. 4. Never miss a scheduled chat without letting them know why and how long you’ll be. This will take jealousy and suspicion out of the picture. 5. Share important things with them first, before Zuckerberg and those clowns get their hands on them. It lets them know they’re more important than the masses.

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LOW RISE Pair these with a slim skirt and a loose T-shirt. Holt Renfrew New Balance $100

HIGH TOPS Pair this trend with a cropped capri or tight and a sporty T-shirt. Gravity Pope Comme Des Garcons PLAY x Converse Pro Hi $170.00

SPORT Rock these with a leather mini skirt and oversized sweatshirt. Footlocker Nike Air Max $129.99

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SANDALS Sport these ‘shower sandals’ with any type of denim bottoms and pair with a chambray shirt. Sport Chek Adidas $39.99

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Sweater smelling a tad bit musty but don’t have time for a proper wash? Simply toss it in the dryer with a fabric softener sheet and it’ll be back to fresh in no time. Just make sure to keep the dryer on the cool/low setting — no one likes shrinkage!

Ever get to an event and notice your outfit is full of wrinkles, even though you ironed it on your way out the door? Next time, let your garment sit for five minutes after ironing to allow the press to set in. It only takes five to look like a perfect 10.

Have your shoes been around the block and are now losing their shine? Simply spritz them with Windex. The household cleaner renews that glossy sheen without doing damage, so you and your shoes can shine together.

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Trying to figure out what to wear can be stressful — especially once you find the perfect look and realize the hem is too long. No need to panic, just look to your office supplies for help. Double sided tape can hold a hem in a pinch, so you can still bring sexy back.

Can’t seem to keep your fly up? If the problem is an actual broken zipper and not just forgetfulness, we have a solution. Attach a key ring to the top of the zipper, then put your pants on looping the ring around your button. Fasten your button so the ring (and your junk) will automatically be concealed.

Tired of waiting for your new tee to soften up like your go-to staple? Salt is your solution. Place your cotton tee in a salt-water mixture (1/2 cup salt and four cups water) for three days, toss it in the wash, then tumble dry — an easy way to say sayonara to stiffness.

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SUMMER IN CALGARY can be summed up in three words— short but sweet. Knowing this, it’s essential to take advantage of summer style before it’s too late. Save your board shorts for the beach—summer in the city requires style, and our local menswear stores can always be trusted to keep us up on trends. In need of some inspiration? That’s where we come in. Stay cool in two of our favourite summer looks—white on white and exploded prints. WHITE ON WHITE

Remember last issue how we told you about monochrome? Well, we hope you’ve mastered it, because it’s time to take it to the next level with white on white. We want to see ghosts walking around these streets. Not only will you become the most fashion forward style guru parading around YYC, you will also be the coolest. Not just sunglasses emoji cool, we’re talking about the light and heat reflecting cool that keeps perspiration from spoiling your afternoon in the sunshine. Seriously guys, this look is in. Yet so many people are sleeping on it and no one is quite ready to take it on headstrong. This is all the more reason to give it a go.

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If you’re not ready to take on the white on white challenge, we understand. Of course it’s not for everyone, but lucky for you, there’s a new summer style that is – it’s the loud print shirt. You see, in every other season we can depend on our layers and trendy jackets to portray our sense of style, but in the summer there’s so few pieces that make logical sense. That’s why we need to spice these basics up a little bit and dare to be different. We like loud prints in the button down variety with rolled up cuffs for added summertime steez. Whoever can find the most “trippin’ on acid” print is the winner, and bonus points if you can find it in a short sleeve. That said, if anyone thinks this is an excuse to pull out an old Hawaiian shirt you are seriously mistaken. Look for feathers, flowers, aztec, or mondo checks to drill it home.

Graeme and Curtis Drummond are brothers and the founders of We, the Timeless (wethetimeless.com): A collaborative men’s lifestyle blog committed to connecting with the local men’s style community and providing readers with content featuring the latest trends, tunes, and general lifestyle tips. Follow @wethetimeless to hear their latest thoughts.

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COWBOYS DANCE HALL HATERS GONNA HATE (HATE, HATE, HATE, HATE) I know this column is typically reserved for drink related advice, but with Stampede right around the corner I decided to take this opportunity to reflect on the true classic that is Cowboys. Cowboys Dance Hall has been doing its thing since ’96. Now in its third incarnation, it’s still going strong and are gearing up for another massive Stampede throwdown. Everyone has a Cowboys story, whether it’s good or bad, we’ve all had that “one time at Cowboys” moment. It’s funny to think that something that has been such a cultural icon in our city, receives so much flak. Except of course for those magical 10 days in July when it seems all the haters are willing to wait in line for hours just to get a piece of the action. I recall my first time at Cowboys. Dressed in my best, fingers crossed just hoping I’d get in – I was soon immersed in the legend. I remember looking at the various artifacts from different acts that lined the walls, line dancing (thank you social dance portion of P.E), enjoying the diversity of the crowd – oil and gas guys, and kids like me just having a good time. And the trays of 25-cent draught beer. So many trays. I sat down with two of the tastemakers of this legendary bar to see what’s made Cowboys stick through the years. Your first Cowboys memory? Mike Joseph, General Manager 96-98, Operating Partner: I remember when we were building everyone thought we were

crazy opening a country bar downtown. Coming from Edmonton, we didn’t understand how big Stampede was so that first July was a pretty big one too. Dave Urner, Owner 94-present: Some young guys walk in, one of them is wearing a fur coat. It turns out to be a young Rob Thomas and Matchbox 20. We end up hanging out, and I decide to throw a house party, which inevitably is shut down by the police. But, even the cops were taking pictures and getting autographs from the guys as they were breaking everything up. When did you realize that Cowboys would be something special and lasting? MJ: It was when Electric Avenue was dying out but we were having 700-800 people in for happy hour. As for lasting, it’s every Stampede; it just revitalizes itself, the nostalgia it evokes for so many. It’s multigenerational. Your quintessential Cowboys moment? DU: The first Friday of Stampede, standing up in the mezzanine of the tent – just seeing the crowd and thinking back to how much it has grown. Your craziest Cowboys moment? (Well, the one you can tell me) MJ: During the 2004 Flames Stanley Cup run we chartered a 170-person plane with WestJet. $1200 a person, including tickets to the game, to fly down for the night to watch game seven of the finals in Tampa Bay. DU: I’ll keep it vague, a hot tub in the bar, and some Playboy playmates. Stampede and Cowboys, what makes it so legendary? DU: It’s all about Calgarians. They always come out for the Stampede – they embrace it. It’s like 10 days of Halloween where everyone lets loose and no one will judge you for it. The tent and all the top-level entertainment is a huge factor in it too. What has changed about Cowboys in your opinion and what will never change? MJ: The clientele has changed, but the older 126

crowd always makes it back for Stampede. Maybe bigger acts, but the formula is pretty much the same, they just tweak it. DU: Not much has changed – the room is still in the same style as the original, the entertainment format, and of course the icecold beers and the beautiful women. So there you have it folks. It seems like Cowboys is just gonna keep shakin’ it off, so keep doing how you do Calgary. I’ll see you haters waiting in line for the tent, and I’ll be over there with the hella good hair.

FRANZ’S GUIDE FOR SURVIVING STAMPEDE HIT UP ALL THE PANCAKE BREAKFASTS. They get you fuelled up to get through the day. That starchy, syrupy combo is your defense against your own day drinking tendencies. AVOID NEON SHOTS IN PILL BOTTLES. They seem like a great idea while you’re rocking out to Shania Twain, but you will hate yourself in the morning, and maybe Shania a little bit too. PACE YOURSELF. Stampede is a marathon of corporate parties, beer gardens and dance halls. Don’t get your bolo tie in a knot. There will be more drinks soon. STAY HYDRATED. It gets hot out there on the midway. That heat will take you from looking like a PBR (professional bull rider) to one of those drunk girls face down beside the mechanical bull at Ranchmans. DONUT WORRY, BE HAPPY. Mini donuts are a friend to all, young and old. Buy the extra bag. Your hungover ass will be able to microwave them in the morning, because let’s face it – you’re not making eggs benny when you wake up.

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No secret password necessary, the HIFI Club is celebrating its 10year anniversary, and everyone’s invited.

“We’ve built a great reputation with managers and artists and agents, because we treat the artists really well.”

That’s 10 years of all-night-dance-floor-ragers, sleek art galleries, and epic live shows from world-renown artists and DJs, as well as local and up-and-coming talent. HIFI has become a household name, an infamous place to listen to authentic and original music and have good times—not to mention good drinks—all within the 3,500 square feet of the club.

One of those artists is Paul Murphy aka Skratch Bastid. Murphy has played at venues all over the world, and he’s DJ’d at HIFI close to 20 times. Murphy says the best part about HIFI is the open-minded crowd the club attracts. “As a performer you get excited because you know people aren’t going in there with preconceived notions of what the night should be like. You can work with that crowd they’ve built up to do whatever it is you do best.”

IN THE BEGINNING

Established by Smalltown DJs, Pete Emes and Mike Grimes, the HIFI club was born out of an idea to fill the void of electronic and dance music in Calgary. The duo didn’t know if the club was going to last a week, but fast-forward to a decade later, and clearly, they had nothing to worry about. With only a few changes to the space over the years — new bathrooms and a custom sound-system — HIFI has definitely stuck to its roots. Emes says it’s the team at HIFI that has kept the club running all these years.

Murphy says HIFI’s atmosphere propels creativity, which is ideal for any artist when performing at a venue. “Anyway you cut it, it’s a stage and a room to host art. So when I see open canvases like that, it gets me excited,” says Murphy. The venue has hosted some legendary performances like Black Francis of the Pixies, and had artists like the electro-pop duo Purity Ring play their first show ever on the HIFI stage.

A big part of that long-serving and loyal team is Sarmad Rizvi, the general manager and talent agent at HIFI. Rizvi left his job managing a dive bar on 17th Avenue in 2005, and he’s been at HIFI ever since.

A LEGACY

“HIFI’s like, almost a clubhouse. You can easily go there by yourself and run into 15, 20, 30 people you know.”

Throughout its run, HIFI has inspired a whole new crop of young artists who are passionate about bringing music to Calgary. Rizvi gives up-and-comers the chance to get experience and play HIFI when the time is right.

Rizvi attributes a lot of HIFI’s success to the fact that it has never veered away from providing a variety of quality and exciting music for patrons.

“I’m always looking for new kids to play shows, to open shows, to get their friends involved, and come down. I feel like that really creates a sense of community.”

“They can come one night and it’s going to be a house DJ, they come another night it’s going to be a rap DJ, but they know it’s not going to be cheesy.”

It’s this open-minded attitude that has paved HIFI’s path for success over the past decade. The club has never worried about what its competition is up to, because it seems to be in a league of its own.

You wont find any neon glow nights or wet T-shirt parties on HIFI’s event calendar, only weeklies like Hai Karate presented by Smalltown DJs every Thursday, and DJ Rice’s deep-house Sunday Skool, the longest running night on the planet—it’s been going 19 years strong.

“It a fun, safe environment for people to gather, share ideas, dance, laugh, and maybe have a beer or two – or thirty,” says Rizvi.

With acts like Chromeo, Calvin Harris, Diplo, and MSTRKRFT gracing the stage over the years, it’s no wonder this spot is one of the most popular bars in the city.

The hype surrounding HIFI hasn’t died down in 10 years, and based on the unwavering loyalty of clubgoers and patrons, it’s not going to anytime soon.

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“Ten years for a nightclub is pretty crazy I think. We wanted to celebrate for the whole year. You only turn 10 once. We just want to have as much fun as we can,” says Rizvi.

Rizvi’s personal favourite was Jamie Lidell’s performance in 2006, “At this point you could still smoke cigarettes in the club, he had taken a bathrobe from the hotel, and he performed the whole set in that bathrobe while smoking cigarettes. It was just the best.”

The 10-year anniversary celebration kicks off on July 22 with a show by Jamie Lidell. Although tickets sold out in just 12 minutes, there will be several more events scattered throughout the year meaning plenty of opportunities to take part in HIFI’s milestone.

The HIFI team has created genuine relationships with DJs and artists who have played the club, and even performers just passing through town. Rizvi says the friends he’s made in the industry are like family to him, just like his staff members. 130

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