So, how does Calgary measure up? Here’s a quick snapshot. 

Calgary:

• Sits at an elevation of 1,048 metres (3,438 feet) above sea level
• Sees more days of sunshine than any other major Canadian city
• Is in an economic region that’s home to more than 1.3 million people 
• Is young: the average age is just 35.7 years
• Is diverse: nearly 25 per cent of Calgarians are foreign-born, and there are close to 120 languages spoken in the city
• Is community-minded: there are more volunteers per capita than any other major Canadian city
• Is the business and financial centre of western Canada, and the strongest economy in the entire country

Explore this section for more details on Calgary’s geography, weather, history and demographics.