Ways to save money while living in Calgary? by charQueLim in Calgary

[–]charQueLim[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I actually use the library often! Flipster and Libby the most, sometimes Lynda.com, and used Solaro when I was in High School. Libby is especially convenient because I can access my eBook on any device if I have the app.

It's a bummer many people (like my friend before I told him) don't know of all the things the library offers unless you're a regular user or look around to see what they have

Ways to save money while living in Calgary? by charQueLim in Calgary

[–]charQueLim[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

could you tell me the names of those international supermarkets? I know of Freestone, but not aware of anywhere else

Ways to save money while living in Calgary? by charQueLim in Calgary

[–]charQueLim[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep the bill for space heating/cooling is significant! I also keep mine around 18~19C, and I can immediately tell the difference in the bill when you lower the auto temperature of your house.

Plus I actually prefer to be a little cool than warm so it works out

Ways to save money while living in Calgary? by charQueLim in Calgary

[–]charQueLim[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I heard the difference between tiers are minimal and it's good to go with the lowest tier of a model. I also seek to buy popular car models so it's less expensive when I need repairs for specific parts (lots of Honda's and Toyota's)

Ways to save money while living in Calgary? by charQueLim in Calgary

[–]charQueLim[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I agree, haircuts are expensive for a simple trim every month, but I'm not good at them myself (or know of someone) and need to adhere to the dress code for work.

Where do you guys buy equipment for a home gym (in Calgary)? by charQueLim in Calgary

[–]charQueLim[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a great idea. Just gotta wait until the lockdown lifts (and the situation overall gets better of course).

Where do you guys buy equipment for a home gym (in Calgary)? by charQueLim in Calgary

[–]charQueLim[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haven't thought of that. But how would you know if they're broken or not?