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Calgary winters reach −30°C — be ready
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Black ice & walking safely
Walk like a penguin

Take short, flat-footed steps with your centre of gravity over your front leg. Keep your hands free, not in pockets, for balance.

Black ice is invisible

Most dangerous near building entrances, bus stops and bridges. Looks like a wet patch but is solid ice — slow down on any dark, shiny pavement.

Get ice cleats

Slip-on ice grippers (~$20–30 CAD) fit over your regular boots and dramatically reduce fall risk. Available at Canadian Tire, Walmart, MEC.

Winter transit tips
Use the +15 Skyway

Calgary's downtown has an 18km network of enclosed, heated walkways connecting buildings above street level — stay warm and avoid ice entirely.

CTrain platforms get icy

Hold the railing when boarding/exiting. Trains can be delayed in extreme cold (below −30°C) — check the Calgary Transit app for real-time alerts.

Leave extra time

Add 10–15 minutes to any commute in winter. Buses run slower, sidewalks need careful navigation, and warming up a car (if you have one) takes time.

Know frostbite signs

Numbness, white/grey patches on skin, or a waxy look on fingers, nose, ears. Get indoors and warm gradually — don't rub the area.

Calgary's weather can swing 20°C+ in a single day due to Chinook winds. Layer your clothing so you can adapt quickly.
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