Calgary is not only a great place to make a living but a great place to make a life. It is the most populous city in Western Canada and has been a contender for the most livable city in North America for the last 10 years. Calgary is a leader in the Canadian oil and gas industry and has the second-highest concentration of head offices in Canada. Outside of oil and gas Calgary's economy includes activity in the financial services, film and television, transportation and logistics, technology, and manufacturing sectors. The city was designated one of the cultural capitals of Canada in 2012 and is home to many great festivals, museums, and attractions. Some of these attractions include the Alberta Ballet Company, the Calgary Opera, the Calgary Folk Music Festival, and the Glenbow Museum. The attraction Calgary is best known for is the Calgary Stampede which occurs every year in July and is one of the largest festivals in Canada with over one million people attending over its ten-day span. Overall Calgary is a lively city with a strong economic sector, large cultural presence, and one-of-a-kind location.
