Dean Pilling
- Multimedia Editor and Visual Journalist, Calgary Herald
- Multimedia Editor and Visual Journalist, Calgary Sun
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Multimedia Editor/Visual Journalist for the Calgary Sun & Calgary Herald
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In photos: Country superstar Keith Urban at the Saddledome Original
Skip to Content Advertisement 1 Chase Matthew, Karley Scott Collins and Alana Springsteen also shared the stage Article content Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Sign In or Create an Account Article content Country music superstar Keith Urban rocked the Saddledome on Sept. 12. Postmedia visual journalist Dean Pilling brings you some of the sights from the stage.
In photos: Country superstar Keith Urban at the Saddledome
Chase Matthew, Karley Scott Collins and Alana Springsteen also shared the stage Country star Keith Urban performs at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary on his High & Alive world tour on Friday, September 12, 2025. Dean Pilling/Postmedia Article content Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Country music superstar Keith Urban rocked the Saddledome on Sept. 12.
In photos: Country superstar Keith Urban at the Saddledome
Advertisement 1 Chase Matthew, Karley Scott Collins and Alana Springsteen also shared the stage • Article content Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Country music superstar Keith Urban rocked the Saddledome on Sept. 12. Postmedia visual journalist Dean Pilling brings you some of the sights from the stage.
In photos: Country superstar Keith Urban at the Saddledome
Advertisement 1 Chase Matthew, Karley Scott Collins and Alana Springsteen also shared the stage • Article content Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Country music superstar Keith Urban rocked the Saddledome on Sept. 12. Postmedia visual journalist Dean Pilling brings you some of the sights from the stage.
In photos: Country superstar Keith Urban at the Saddledome
Chase Matthew, Karley Scott Collins and Alana Springsteen also shared the stage Country star Keith Urban performs at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary on his High & Alive world tour on Friday, September 12, 2025. Dean Pilling/Postmedia Article content Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Country music superstar Keith Urban rocked the Saddledome on Sept. 12.
In photos: Country superstar Keith Urban at the Saddledome
Chase Matthew, Karley Scott Collins and Alana Springsteen also shared the stage • Article content Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Country music superstar Keith Urban rocked the Saddledome on Sept. 12. Postmedia visual journalist Dean Pilling brings you some of the sights from the stage. Article content We apologize, but this video has failed to load.
In photos: Country superstar Keith Urban at the Saddledome
Chase Matthew, Karley Scott Collins and Alana Springsteen also shared the stage Country star Keith Urban performs at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary on his High & Alive world tour on Friday, September 12, 2025. Dean Pilling/Postmedia Article content Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Country music superstar Keith Urban rocked the Saddledome on Sept. 12.
In photos: Country superstar Keith Urban at the Saddledome
In photos: Country superstar Keith Urban at the Saddledome Chase Matthew, Karley Scott Collins and Alana Springsteen also shared the stage Country star Keith Urban performs at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary on his High & Alive world tour on Friday, September 12, 2025. Dean Pilling/Postmedia Article content Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page.
In photos: Country superstar Keith Urban at the Saddledome
Chase Matthew, Karley Scott Collins and Alana Springsteen also shared the stage • Article content Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Country music superstar Keith Urban rocked the Saddledome on Sept. 12. Postmedia visual journalist Dean Pilling brings you some of the sights from the stage. Article content We apologize, but this video has failed to load.
In photos: Country superstar Keith Urban at the Saddledome
Advertisement 1 Chase Matthew, Karley Scott Collins and Alana Springsteen also shared the stage • Article content Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Country music superstar Keith Urban rocked the Saddledome on Sept. 12. Postmedia visual journalist Dean Pilling brings you some of the sights from the stage.
In photos: Country superstar Keith Urban at the Saddledome
Advertisement 1 Chase Matthew, Karley Scott Collins and Alana Springsteen also shared the stage • Article content Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Country music superstar Keith Urban rocked the Saddledome on Sept. 12. Postmedia visual journalist Dean Pilling brings you some of the sights from the stage.
In photos: Country superstar Keith Urban at the Saddledome
In photos: Country superstar Keith Urban at the Saddledome Chase Matthew, Karley Scott Collins and Alana Springsteen also shared the stage Country star Keith Urban performs at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary on his High & Alive world tour on Friday, September 12, 2025. Dean Pilling/Postmedia Article content Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page.
First charity track day helps raise funds for mental health Original
'We wanted to do something a bit more fun than just a car show' Article content For some, taking a mental health break comes in the form of walking, writing or even picking up a musical instrument. Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account.
In Photos: Country Thunder Music Festival Day Three
Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Article content Country Thunder Day One Photos | Country Thunder Day Two Photos Article content Music fans wouldn’t let a little rain spoil the party on Day 3 of the Country Thunder music festival at Fort Calgary Sunday, August 21, 2022.
In Photos: Country Thunder Music Festival Day Three
Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Article content Country Thunder Day One Photos | Country Thunder Day Two Photos Music fans wouldn’t let a little rain spoil the party at day three of the Country Thunder music festival at Fort Calgary Sunday, August 21, 2022.
In Photos: Country Thunder Music Festival Day Two Original
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In Photos: Country Thunder Music Festival Day One
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In Photos: Country Thunder Music Festival Day One
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In Photos: Country Thunder Music Festival Day One
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Calgary Stampede Rodeo - Day Four
Gavin Michael from Nixa, MO riding Devils Advocate during the Bull riding event on day 4 of the 2021 Calgary Stampede rodeo on Monday, July 12, 2021. Darren Makowichuk/Postmedia Kyle Lucas from Carstairs,AB, during the Tie Down Roping event on day 4 of the 2021 Calgary Stampede rodeo on Monday, July 12, 2021. Darren Makowichuk/Postmedia Parker Kempfer from Deere Park, FL, riding Distilled Whiskey during the Saddle Bronc event on day 4 of the 2021 Calgary Stampede rodeo on Monday, July 12, 2021.
NDP asking Albertans to help save Kananaskis, other natural areas Original
Author of the article: Todd Saelhof Publishing date: Jul 17, 2020 • • 3 minute read NDP Leader Rachel Notley announced the launch of her 'Don't Go Breaking My Parks' Campaign. The campaign aims to protect 184 parks, and public land areas. Friday, July 17, 2020. Dean Pilling/Postmedia Article content The NDP wants Calgarians to help save Alberta parks.
Relaxed COVID-19 rules helping families cope with grief, Calgary funeral homes say Original
Author of the article: Jason Herring Publishing date: 1 minute ago • 3 minute read Michael Pierson, President of Pierson's Funeral Service, poses in the chapel area of the 17 Ave SE location in Calgary on Friday, June 5, 2020. Funeral sevices have changed due to COVID-19 and Pierson says he's had a drive thru and video services and has redesigned the seating for social distancing.
In Photos: Thousands rally in support of Black Lives Matter
Author of the article: Dean Pilling Publishing date: 10 minutes ago • < 1 minute read Thousands came out to the Black Lives Matters rally and candlelight vigil at Olympic Plaza in Calgary on Wednesday, June 3, 2020. Darren Makowichuk/Postmedia Article content Thousands of Calgarians came out to Poppy Plaza in Kensington to show support for Black Lives Matter. Thousands came out to the Black Lives Matters rally and candlelight vigil at Olympic Plaza in Calgary on Wednesday, June 3, 2020.
Kitchen fires flare up as Calgary hunkers down during COVID-19 pandemic
Author of the article: Alanna Smith Publishing date: 9 minutes ago • 3 minute read Fire crew members from the B platoon, stationed at Highfield Fire Station #16 in Calgary, get their temperature checked during the COVID-19 pandemic. GREG_DEBICKI CALGARY FIRE D / jpg Article content Cooking-related blazes are on the rise in Calgary with more people at home because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Committee moves forward with bike/e-scooter sharing
Author of the article: Brian Cross Publishing date: 1 minute ago • 4 minute read WINDSOR, ON. APRIL 30, 2020 - Traffic lights are shown at the intersection of Wyandotte and Drouillard in Windsor, ON. on Thursday, April 30, 2020. For red light cameras story. Dan Janisse / jpg Article content Red-light cameras, photo radar and a bike/e-scooter sharing program were all nudged forward Wednesday by the committee of council that deals with transportation issues.
Hitmen host Ice for TELUS Be Brave #endbullying game
Share Adjust Comment Print The Calgary Hitmen defetaed the Winnipeg Ice 4-1 at the TELUS Be Brave #endbullying game on Thursday, February 27, 2020. Calgary Hitmen goaltender Brayden Peters guards against this Winnipeg Ice shot during the TELUS Be Brave #endbullying game on Thursday, February 27, 2020. The Hitmen won the game 4-1.
2019 Calgary Stampede Rodeo Champs
Author of the article: Dean Pilling Publishing date: Jul 15, 2019 • July 15, 2019 • < 1 minute read Tanner Aus won the Bareback final in the Stampede Rodeo at the Calgary Stampede in Calgary, Ab on Sunday, July 14, 2019. Brendan Miller/Postmedia Article content Caleb Smidt won the Tie-Down Roping final in the Stampede Rodeo at the Calgary Stampede in Calgary, Ab on Sunday, July 14, 2019.
First responders join forces for Rescue Task Force
Share Adjust Comment Print In an efforet to help better serve Calgarians, the Calgary Police Service, Calgary Fire Department, Emergency Medical Services and Calgary 9-1-1, recently completed a training exercise for Rescue Task Force (RTF) at the deserted Greyhound Station complex near downtown. First responders have implemented this training to be even more prepared for complex situations in Calgary such as planned major events, environmental emergencies and potential acts of mass violence.
First responders join forces for Rescue Task Force
In an effort to help better serve Calgarians, the Calgary Police Service, Calgary Fire Department, Emergency Medical Services and Calgary 9-1-1 recently completed a training exercise for Rescue Task Force (RTF) at the deserted Greyhound Station complex near downtown. First responders have implemented this training to be even more prepared for complex situations in Calgary such as planned major events, environmental emergencies and potential acts of mass violence.
Sweet campaign celebrates service dogs
Share Adjust Comment Print The Calgary Police Foundation (CPF) and Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) have launched a new fundraising campaign to celebrate the Calgary Police Service’s two Justice Facility Dogs, Hawk and Calibri. Dubbed ‘Paws For Compassion’, the campaign has teamed up with local business Jelly Modern Doughnuts, who created a custom-designed special doughnut available for online pre-orders, with proceeds shared equally between CPF and PADS.
Sweet campaign celebrates service dogs
The Calgary Police Foundation (CPF) and Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) have launched a new fundraising campaign to celebrate the Calgary Police Service’s two Justice Facility Dogs, Hawk and Calibri. Dubbed ‘Paws For Compassion’, the campaign has teamed up with local business Jelly Modern Doughnuts, who created a custom-designed special doughnut available for online pre-orders, with proceeds shared equally between CPF and PADS.
Country artist Terri Clark honoured at Studio Bell
Share Adjust Comment Print Canadian country singer Terri Clark was the latest artist to visit the National Music Centre on Tuesday to place a plaque on the wall to honour her induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Clark joined broadcaster and fellow 2018 inductee Jackie Rae Greening for the ceremony at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre.
Calgary Transit teams with Alpha House to help vulnerable
Calgary Transit teams with Alpha House to help vulnerable After a successful pilot program in 2018, Calgary Transit and Calgary Alpha House will continue their partnership to help our city’s vulnerable population connect to medical aid, housing support and addiction services. Blaze at southeast metal recycling business causes road closures This Week's Flyers
Inside Alberta: Election promises galore
Calgary Herald columnists Chris Varcoe and Don Braid. Share Adjust Comment Print There have been a lot of cash and promises announced by all parties since the start of the campaign, in our latest Inside Alberta podcast, hear what Calgary Herald columnists Don Braid and Chris Varcoe have to say about the 2019 provincial election. Stay up-to-date- with all of the Inside Alberta Podcasts on iTunes
Inside Alberta: Oil by rail, Devon Energy and health care
Inside Alberta: Oil by rail, Devon Energy and health care Updated: February 21, 2019 This Week's Flyers
Inside Alberta: Bill C-69, protest parties and getting back to a free market
Calgary Herald columnists Chris Varcoe and Don Braid. Share Adjust Comment Print In this week’s Inside Alberta podcast, Calgary Herald columnists Don Braid and Chris Varcoe discuss Bill C-69, protest parties and getting back to a free market. Listen to the podcast by clicking below:
Inside Alberta Podcast: UCP, NDP and the upcoming election
Calgary Herald columnists Chris Varcoe and Don Braid. Share Adjust Comment Print In this edition of our Inside Alberta podcast, Calgary Herald columnists Don Braid and Chris Varcoe discuss how parties and leaders are already fighting a dramatic spring election campaign that won’t actually be called for nearly two months. Get all the information about the battles, the stakes, and the expectations of Alberta business. Click the link below to listen to the podcast:
Take a look inside a licensed cannabis production facility in Calgary
It’s an unassuming building located in an industrial area well within the Calgary city limits. You’d never know it from looking at it, but this building is home to a very large medical cannabis production operation known as BOAZ Pharmaceuticals.
Calgary cannabis: Take a look inside a licensed production facility
It’s an unassuming building located in an industrial area well within the Calgary city limits. You’d never know it from looking at it, but this building is home to a very large medical cannabis production operation known as BOAZ Pharmaceuticals.
Calgary cannabis: Take a look inside a licensed production facility
Take a look inside a licensed cannabis production facility Updated: September 26, 2018 It’s an unassuming building located in an industrial area well within the Calgary city limits.You’d never know it from looking at it, but this building is home to a very large medical cannabis production operation known as BOAZ Pharmaceuticals.The 21,000-square-foot BOAZ production facility was designed with the use of 16′ x 40′ sea cans or “production pods” that are easily stackable, which allows the...
Medicinal cannabis trotted out for horses
Medicinal cannabis trotted out for horses Updated: September 14, 2018 I’m sure it’s safe to say that cannabis legalization has been a hot topic issue in this country for the past few months.With legalization just around the corner, it would also seem that most of the focus has been locked firmly on how, when and where people will be allowed to use the plant recreationally.One thing that has not been talked about as often, though, is the medicinal properties of the cannabis plant known as...
Medicinal cannabis trotted out for horses
I’m sure it’s safe to say that cannabis legalization has been a hot topic issue in this country for the past few months. With legalization just around the corner, it would also seem that most of the focus has been locked firmly on how, when and where people will be allowed to use the plant recreationally. One thing that has not been talked about as often, though, is the medicinal properties of the cannabis plant known as Cannabidiol, or CBD, for short.
Medicinal cannabis trotted out for horses
I’m sure it’s safe to say that cannabis legalization has been a hot topic issue in this country for the past few months. With legalization just around the corner, it would also seem that most of the focus has been locked firmly on how, when and where people will be allowed to use the plant recreationally. One thing that has not been talked about as often, though, is the medicinal properties of the cannabis plant known as Cannabidiol, or CBD, for short.
Local rockers In/Vertigo release Bad Enemy
It was a scene pulled from the pages of an old rock star biography. An inner-city basement where the walls are lined with reflective Styrofoam and the floors are strewn with vintage area rugs and guitar cables.I have to watch my step as I manoeuvre carefully around all the drums and Marshall amps until I find a spot safely between a pile of empty Jack Daniels bottles and a couple of old Les Paul’s teetering dangerously up against a loveseat.There’s a lingering scent in the air.
Sneak a peek inside a cannabis retail store
Sneak a peek inside a cannabis retail store The past couple of years have been filled with firsts when it comes to the cannabis industry and legalization as a whole.From medical to recreational use, the feds and the province working to come up with new legislation, and most recently, retail shops being licensed and approved.Today now marks another milestone in the journey towards cannabis legalization as we take you on a tour for a first look at what a cannabis retail store will look...
Sneak a peek inside a cannabis retail store
Sneak a peek inside a cannabis retail store Dean Pilling Updated: August 21, 2018 The past couple of years have been filled with firsts when it comes to the cannabis industry and legalization as a whole.From medical to recreational use, the feds and the province working to come up with new legislation, and most recently, retail shops being licensed and approved.Today now marks another milestone in the journey towards cannabis legalization as we take you on a tour for a first look at what a...
Sneak a peek inside a cannabis retail store
Sneak a peek inside a cannabis retail store Dean Pilling Updated: August 21, 2018 The past couple of years have been filled with firsts when it comes to the cannabis industry and legalization as a whole.From medical to recreational use, the feds and the province working to come up with new legislation, and most recently, retail shops being licensed and approved.Today now marks another milestone in the journey towards cannabis legalization as we take you on a tour for a first look at what a...
Country Thunder rolls into Calgary
Country Thunder rolls into Calgary Hold on Calgary, it’s not time to put away those cowboy boots just yet.There’s a storm rolling through town this weekend and, from where I’m standing, it looks like there’s a 100-percent chance of good fun yet to come.The third annual Country Thunder music festival has set up shop in northeast Calgary, at Prairie Winds Park, where fans are sure to be two-steepin’ and line dancing along to some of today’s hottest country acts, as well as few up-and-comers.
Country Thunder rolls into Calgary
Hold on Calgary, it’s not time to put away those cowboy boots just yet. There’s a storm rolling through town this weekend and, from where I’m standing, it looks like there’s a 100-percent chance of good fun yet to come. The third annual Country Thunder music festival has set up shop in northeast Calgary, at Prairie Winds Park, where fans are sure to be two-steepin’ and line dancing along to some of today’s hottest country acts, as well as few up-and-comers.
'A moment in history': Hundreds turn out for cannabis job fair
Job seekers from in and around Calgary lined up to hand in their resumes Tuesday for an opportunity to work in the cannabis industry, as new retail company 420 Premium Market held a job fair at the BMO Centre at Stampede Park.Jeff Mooij, president of 420 Premium Market, says his company is looking for approximately 420 new employees to be trained and ready when they open their doors Oct.
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