ViewpointsOpinionCalgary’s High Property Taxes Run Counter to the ‘Alberta Advantage’Of major cities, none compare to Calgary’s nearly 50 percent property tax burden increase between censuses.SaveMark Us Preferred on GooglePrintThe Calgary skyline, with the Scotiabank Saddledome in the forefront, in a file photo. The Canadian Press/Jeff McIntoshDavid Hunt&Jeff Park10/17/2025|Updated: 10/20/20250:00X 1CommentaryAlberta once again leads the country in taking in more new residents than it loses to other provinces and territories. But if Canadians move to Calgary seeking greater affordability, are they in for a nasty surprise?We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.