Calgary is located in Canada at the foothills of Alberta's Rocky Mountains, at the junction of the Bow and Elbow Rivers.

• Population: 933,495, as of April 2004

• Location: In the foothills of Alberta's Rocky Mountains, at the junction of the Bow and Elbow Rivers

• Comparative size: Fifth largest city in Canada

• Elevation: 1,139 metres (3,740 feet above sea level)

• Last municipal election: October 18, 2004

Because Calgary is located in the eastern foothills of the Canadian Rockies, the weather can be unpredictable. Calgarians have learned to dress in layers, ready for any type of weather Mother Nature presents us. Below are the average temperatures throughout the year, but the warm Chinoook winds can always bring a sudden rise in temperature.