Livewire Calgary

https://livewirecalgary.com
Screenshot of the LiveWire Calgary website
LiveWire Calgary is an independent news site founded by journalist Darren Krause. Providing hyperlocal coverage about Calgary, the outlet’s mission is “to deliver desired, relevant information about Calgarians and the communities, city and province they live in, while demonstrating a commitment to high journalistic principles and balanced storytelling,” according to its website. Its coverage focuses on community news, as well as stories about City Hall, education, business, arts, entertainment, sports, crime and public safety. LiveWire Calgary has also produced podcasts, opinion articles and extensive Calgary election coverage.

Source: SembraMedia

Last updated date: September 2026

Location:
Calgary, Canada
Year the organization
started publishing:
2018
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
Hyperlocal
Area of coverage:
Calgary, AB

Content

Type of content produced by theme:
Education
Politics
Sports
Entertainment and culture
Law and crime
Entrepreneurship
Economy and finance
Journalism genres:
Interviews and reporting
Opinion
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Breaking news
Explanatory journalism
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Website
Newsletter
Social media platforms
Podcast
Twitter
LinkedIn

Management and team

Founders

Female:
0
Male:
1
Founders:
Darren Krause
Directors:

Team

Full-time employees:
0
Part-time employees:
0
Freelancers or consultants:
0
Volunteers:
0

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
For-profit
All revenue sources reported by media leaders:
Advertising
Audience support / reader revenue
Branded content or native advertising
Local advertising sold by own team
Memberships
Individual donations
Newsletter advertising or sponsorship
The primary source of revenue reported by media leaders:
Audience support / reader revenue

Why is this profile included?

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