Your City.
Your Voice.
We're looking for writers who care about Calgary.
Calgary's stories deserve to be told by the people who live them.
What We Publish
News & Investigations
Original reporting on the stories that matter to Calgary — city hall, politics, community impacts, the things your neighbours are talking about.
Arts & Culture
Music, theatre, visual arts, food, nightlife. The creative forces shaping Calgary's identity — reviewed, profiled, celebrated.
Opinion & Essays
Your perspective, argued with evidence and written with care. Hot takes welcome — but they need to earn their heat.
Events & Community
Festivals, concerts, markets, gatherings. Cover the events that bring Calgary together and keep the culture alive.
How It Works
Write
Use our built-in editor — no account required. Just your name, email, and your best work. Rich text, headings, links, all supported.
Review
Our editorial team reads every submission within a week. We'll reach out with feedback, edits, or an acceptance.
Publish
Accepted pieces go live with your full byline — your name, bio, and a link to your work. Your story, your credit.
Ready?
Calgary needs more voices. Yours could be next.
Start WritingPrefer to pitch first? contribute@thechinook.news