This is Calgary

CBC

Let’s get into the curiosities and constants that make Calgary a wonderful and sometimes frustrating place to call home. One story and conversation at a time. Hosted by Jenny Howe. Every Wednesday.

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This is Calgary

Episodes (84)

Wednesday What would it take for Calgary to host the Olympics again?
Wed Feb 4th A wrap on the 2026 Conservative Party convention in Calgary
Jan 28th What’s at stake in the 2026 Crowchild Classic

This is Calgary

Feb 11, 2026
14½ minutes
15 MB

Most Calgarians remember the 1988 Olympics as a success for the city — and for what they got built. Hello new CTrain line, Saddledome and Olympic Oval! But when the city had the chance to host the 2026 Winter Olympic Games, Calgarians said no. In this episode, we explore why the No Calgary Olympics campaign prevailed and what it might take to become an Olympic city for a second time.

This is Calgary

What would it take for Calgary to host the Olympics again?

CBC

00:00 -14:26