EDITORIAL GUIDELINES

Calgary Locale publishes clear, accurate, and practical information to help Calgarians decide how to spend their time in the city. Our coverage focuses on what is new, notable, and worth knowing about, with an emphasis on usefulness, timing, and local relevance.

These guidelines explain how we choose what to feature, how we verify information, and how we work with businesses and partners.

Our goal is to be a trusted and accessible resource that locals check when planning their week or weekend.

HOW WE CHOOSE WHAT TO FEATURE

Calgary Locale focuses on content that helps people explore Calgary with confidence. Our coverage includes:

  • Local events, festivals, and community gatherings

  • New and notable restaurants, cafes, bakeries, breweries, and bars

  • Seasonal activities and holiday guides

  • Neighbourhood highlights and hyper-local experiences

  • Family-friendly and budget-friendly ideas

  • Curated lists and guides that make planning easier

Topics are selected based on relevance, timing, and usefulness to Calgary residents. We prioritize information that helps readers make decisions about where to go, what to do, and what is worth their time right now.

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ACCURACY AND VERIFICATION

We strive to publish information that is accurate and current. Before publishing, we verify details such as:

  • Event dates, times, and locations

  • Restaurant hours, menus, and openings

  • Ticket prices and admission requirements

  • Contact information and booking details

When information changes, we update articles as soon as possible. If an error appears in published content, it is corrected promptly in accordance with our Corrections and Transparency Policy.

OUR EDITORIAL VOICE

Calgary Locale uses a friendly, local, and informative tone. Content is written to be easy to skim, straightforward, and practical.

We avoid unnecessary filler and overly promotional language. Our aim is to provide clear information in a way that feels like a trusted local sharing helpful recommendations.

INDEPENDENCE AND INTEGRITY

Editorial decisions are made independently. Advertisers, sponsors, partners, and PR agencies do not influence editorial coverage or placement.

If Calgary Locale visits a restaurant or event as a hosted guest, or receives complimentary access, this is disclosed clearly within the content. Sponsored content, affiliate content, and paid partnerships are always labeled so readers understand the nature of the relationship. Featured placements are paid partnerships and are always selected, written, and presented by Calgary Locale.

WORKING WITH BUSINESSES AND PR

We welcome information from restaurants, venues, event organizers, businesses, and PR agencies. Submitting information does not guarantee coverage.

When reviewing submissions, we consider:

  • Relevance to our audience

  • Timeliness

  • Clear value to readers

  • Accuracy and completeness of information

The format and placement of any editorial mention, including articles, roundups, or social posts, is determined by Calgary Locale. Social media inclusion is not guaranteed and is determined independently based on editorial priorities.

Businesses seeking advertising opportunities or guaranteed placements can visit our Advertise With Us page.

COMMUNITY VALUES

Calgary Locale aims to reflect the diversity of Calgary by highlighting a wide range of neighbourhoods, voices, experiences, and locally owned businesses.

We do not publish content that promotes discrimination, misinformation, hate, or unsafe behaviour.

UPDATES TO THESE GUIDELINES

These editorial guidelines may evolve as Calgary Locale grows. Any updates will be reflected on this page.