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7 May Long Weekend Getaways Ideas in Alberta

It is the first unofficial long weekend of Summer. If you are planning a day trip or a short weekend away, here are 7 ideas for this… Read more »

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Albertans Can Now Renew Driver’s Licences and Identification Cards Online

Albertans can renew their driver’s licences and identification cards online starting May 17th. The license renewal service will be available to eligible Albertans who are 18 to… Read more »

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25 Alberta Adventures to Take With Your Teen This Summer

Entertaining older kids over summer break can be a challenge. Luckily, Alberta, its beautiful landscapes, and the local guides who operate here can help you tackle a… Read more »

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How to Explore Banff National Park If You Don’t Drive

Remove all the hassles of driving from your trip to Banff! You might be looking for ways to adventure this summer in Alberta without your car or… Read more »

Alberta Introduces Legislation to Provide Electricity and Gas Bill Rebates For Residents

Alberta Introduces Legislation to Provide Electricity and Gas Bill Rebates For Residents

Alberta today introduced Utility Commodity Rebate Act that will provide an electricity rebate and a natural gas rebate for residents. The government is replacing Natural Gas Price Protection… Read more »

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Calgary’s Chasing Summer Festival Announces 2022 Lineup, Tickets on Sale April 22nd, Presale April 20th

The premiere outdoor dance music festival in Western Canada returns to Calgary for its 2022 season with…a new chase, a new experience…bigger and better than ever. The… Read more »

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Open Top Touring: Step Back in Time & Explore Banff on Vintage Coaches

Explore Banff in luxury and style with a unique touring experience this year. Open Top Touring by Pursuit offers a 90-minute tour around Banff in their custom-made… Read more »

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5 Ideas for An Easter Weekend Getaway in Alberta

Choose between these five Alberta getaways for your Easter weekend. If you’re looking for last-minute travel ideas for the long weekend, we have some inspiration for you!… Read more »

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Alberta Launches New Wildfire Dashboard For Easy Information Access

Alberta launched two new web applications today. Alberta has unveiled an interactive wildfire dashboard and a fire permit portal for online permit applications. The wildfire dashboard will… Read more »

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Edmonton and Moncton/Dieppe Top the List of Best Places to Work From Home in Canada

PCMag has ranked various cities and towns in Canada in terms of home affordability and internet speed to find the best place to work from home. The… Read more »

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Alberta to Name Ammolite as its Official Gemstone

Alberta will get a new official emblem. Yesterday, Alberta’s Minister of Culture Ron Orr announced that the province will name Ammolite, an iridescent gemstone unique to southern… Read more »

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Alberta to Stop Collecting Fuel Tax Effective April 1st, Announces $150 in Electricity Rebates

With crude oil touching more than $130 per barrel, the Alberta government has announced that the province will stop collecting provincial fuel tax effective April 1st to… Read more »

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Alberta to Bring Legislation to Force Municipalities to Follow Provincial Health Guidelines

Alberta is planning to introduce legislation to limit the ability of municipalities to enact bylaws that are contrary to provincial public health policy and expertise. The proposed legislation… Read more »

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Alberta to Lift Most COVID-19 Restrictions Including Mask Mandates on March 1st

Alberta government has confirmed that the province will lift most COVID-19 restrictions including limits on social gatherings, capacity limits for large venues, remaining school requirements, screening of… Read more »

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Vaccine Proof Not Required: COVID-19 Restrictions in Alberta Effective Feb 9, 2022

Alberta businesses will no longer need to check for vaccine passports to operate without capacity limits as the province is removing the Restrictions Exemption Program as part… Read more »

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Alberta Removes Vaccine Passport Program Effective Midnight (Feb 8th), Announces Plan to Remove Mask Mandates on March 1st

Premier Jason Kenney today announced that the province will remove the Restriction Exemption Program effective midnight today. The announcement came as part of the three-step plan to… Read more »

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Going Camping in National Parks? Reservation Opening Dates For Parks Canada Campgrounds – 2022

Are you going camping in Canada’s National Parks this summer (2022)? Reservations are now open (have been open for some time) for some of the most popular… Read more »

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Groundhog Day 2022: Alberta’s Balzac Billy Predicts 6 More Weeks of Winter

Alberta’s “groundhog”, Balzac Billy predicted for six more weeks of winter on Groundhog day. Legend has it that, on February 2nd, if the groundhog emerges from its… Read more »

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15 Short Term Rentals For a Romantic Winter Getaway in Alberta

An Alberta winter getaway can bring you to some of this province’s most beautiful snowy scenes- perfect for a romantic escape! You and a loved one can… Read more »

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Eligible Albertans Can Get COVID-19 Antiviral Pill Paxlovid Starting Jan. 31st

Starting Jan. 31st, the Alberta government is making Paxlovid, an antiviral pill by Pfizer to residents with mild to moderate COVID-19 symptoms who are at high risk… Read more »

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Two National Parks in Alberta Among the Top Destinations in the World For Outdoor Enthusiasts

We all know that the Canadian Rockies offers some of the best, if not the best, adventures for an outdoor enthusiast in Canada. Tripadvisor community also agrees… Read more »

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12 Ways to Experience the Best of Banff Snow Days Festival

Winter in Banff is a cause for celebration! The Rocky Mountains come alive during the coldest and snowiest Alberta months, with a nearly overwhelming number of things… Read more »

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National Popcorn Day: You Can Get Free Popcorn Today From Cineplex

In celebration of National Popcorn Day, you can get a complimentary bag of Cineplex’s signature popcorn. Today, Scene+ members with a valid movie ticket for January 19… Read more »

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Immunocompromised Albertans Can Book Appointments For Fourth Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine on Jan. 20th

Immunocompromised Albertans can book a fourth dose of COVID-19 vaccine starting Jan. 20th, announced Dr. Deena Hinshaw, chief medical officer of health today. Based on the guidance… Read more »