Calgary: Harnessing the Future (Urban Tapestry Series) Book

Most North Americans take pride in believing that their home city is different, unique, or special. But nowhere is this conviction as strong as in the Canadian city of Calgary, Alberta." In Harnessing the Future, the Honourable Peter Lougheed-a leader in politics, business, and civic life-guides us through the qualities and characteristics that distinguish Calgary. From his grandfather (a Calgary pioneer) to his grandchildren (a Calgary legacy), Lougheed displays an abiding love for his hometown. Through Lougheed's insightful introduction-complemented by an exquisite collection of images edited by award-wining Calgary Herald photographer Tom Walker-we see the city not merely as a Cowtown or a petroleum outpost, but as the dynamic Canadian metropolis it has become. Widely recognized for the dreamers and visionaries who have spawned political movements and renowned educational systems Calgary is also known for welcoming people of all ethnic backgrounds with open arms, for encouraging volunteerism, and for enjoying enormous success in its business endeavors, no matter how risky. Calgary is indeed a city that residents are proud to call home. The city's high quality of life includes the annual Calgary Exhibition and Stampede, considered by many to be the greatest outdoor show in the world, as well as world-class cultural venues and outstanding athletic facilities built for the 1988 Winter Olympic Games. Calgary is also blessed with immense natural beauty, thanks in large part to the majestic Canadian Rockies that loom nearby. Just as the Bow and Elbow rivers meet in Calgary, so do the dreams of newcomers and established residents alike, leading Lougheed to conclude that his home city has an exciting future indeed.Read More