Calgary to Cottage Country in Canada - Lifestyle, Community & Homes

About Calgary to Cottage Country in Canada - Lifestyle, Community & Homes

Welcome to There’s No Place Like Home with REALTOR® and storyteller Diane Planidin. Each week, we explore what “home” really means — from the vibrant neighbourhoods, parks, and family communities of Calgary, Alberta, and beyond, to the peaceful mountain lifestyle of Invermere on the Lake and the Columbia Valley in British Columbia. Whether you’re relocating, rightsizing as an empty nester, buying your first home, or investing in a second home or luxury property, I help you navigate the journey with clarity, compassion, and lived experience. Did you know… many of my clients don’t live in just one place? Some ski in the winter, golf in the summer, reconnect with family in the Rockies, or simply enjoy the peace of the Columbia Valley and the momentum of Calgary. I support the way people actually live — not the boxes they’re expected to fit into. I do full-time lifestyle. Sometimes I’ll share moments from my own journey of creating home — cooking for people I love, refreshing spaces so they feel calm and beautiful, tending to a garden, or helping a client see possibility in a room they had given up on. These aren’t projects; they’re reminders that home is the place where relationships flourish and a life takes root. We’ll also welcome guests who bring real perspective — voices from Canadian economics, philanthropy, community culture, real estate development, and wealth planning. These conversations look at how interest rates, migration, investment trends, tourism, and intergenerational wealth shape where we live, how we age, and how we choose a home that supports the life we want. You’ll hear from entrepreneurs, economists, designers, builders, and community leaders who influence the future of Calgary and the Columbia Valley. For more than 15 years, I’ve walked alongside clients through meaningful transitions: empty nesters seeking freedom, seniors downsizing, families returning to the Rockies, and newcomers building a life in Canada. Real estate isn’t just square footage — it’s identity, legacy, and peace of mind. Expect heartfelt conversations, gentle encouragement, market insights, design inspiration, and the truth about what it takes to flourish in today’s Canadian real estate market — starting from Calgary and flowing into the places where life slows down, like Invermere and the Columbia Valley. Because -  There’s no Place Like Home.© And the right one can change your life. — Diane Diane E. Planidin eXp Realty Website (https://dianeplanidin.exprealty.com/index.php) Contact Me (https://dianeplanidin.exprealty.com/contact.php) YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKrLkS5-VEpO_u8UMHeupnA) Instagram (https://instagram.com/homewithdianeplanidin) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/homewithDianePlanidin/) LinkedIn (https://linkedin.com/in/dianeplanidin) Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast/video is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial, legal, or real estate advice. Market conditions change and every situation is unique. Please consult with a qualified professional before making real estate decisions. All views are my own and do not represent my brokerage, colleagues, or partners.

Publisher

Diane Planidin

Category

business · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

11 Jan 2021

Latest episode

2 Mar 2026

Latest episodes

66 episodes in the feed.

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   2 Mar 2026

   Is #Alberta Headed for a Housing Crash or an Economic Boom? | Energy, Immigration & What Comes Next

   Is #Alberta Headed for a Housing Crash or an Economic Boom? | Energy, Immigration & What Comes Next

2. 

   17 Jan 2026

   Why so many people are leaving the City for Lake Life in the Columbia Valley #windermere

   From Lake Windermere to Invermere, Fairmont, and Panorama, this region is attracting families, remote workers, retirees, and second-home buyers who want more than square footage — they want quality of life.

3. 

   9 Jan 2026

   Why Everyone Is Quietly Moving to #Alberta in 2026 (It’s Not Just the Prices) Alberta Affordability

   Is the ”Canadian Dream” still possible? In 2026, the noise around housing and cost of living is louder than ever. But away from the frantic headlines, Alberta is offering something different: breathing room.

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