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What to Know About Calgary’s 2024 New Year’s Eve Fireworks Show

Calgary will ring in 2024 with fireworks launched from Prince’s Island Park, the city announced today. The fireworks will be synchronized to a special musical accompaniment on… Read more »

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WestJet Adds Direct Flights Between Seoul and Calgary Starting Summer 2024; Announces Contest Tickets

WestJet is adding a direct flight route connecting Calgary with Seoul’s Incheon International Airport (ICN), starting in the summer of 2024. This new route aligns with WestJet’s… Read more »

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AutoTrader: Most Popular Cars in Canada 2023

The latest data from AutoTrader, Canada’s popular automotive marketplace, presents an intriguing snapshot of Canadian vehicle preferences in 2023, a year characterized by economic volatility and unprecedentedly… Read more »

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Canadian Dental Care Plan: Changes Coming to T4/T4A

As the federal government gears up for the launch of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), aimed at enhancing dental care accessibility, the Canada Revenue Agency recently… Read more »

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2024 Canada’s Food Price Report: This Is How Much Your Food Bill Will Increase in 2024

Canadian families will continue to grapple with rising food costs, reveals the latest Canada’s Food Price Report. This annual analysis, now in its 14th year, is a… Read more »

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Canadian Students’ Performance Falls, Yet Above OECD Average; Alberta and Quebec Lead the Country

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) holds worldwide tests – Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) – for 15-year-old students in member countries to determine… Read more »

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Mötley Crüe Coming to 2024 Calgary Stampede

Motley Crue, the iconic rock band renowned for their dynamic live performances, is slated to headline at the Calgary Stampede.   Known as the Saints of Los… Read more »

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8 Places to Find Festive Cocktails During Holiday Season in Calgary

All is merry, all is bright, and all is tipsy this Christmas in Calgary! You and your friends or family can add a festive twist to your… Read more »

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Sebastian Maniscalco Announces 7 Canadian Stops on 2024 ‘It Ain’t Right’ Tour

Sebastian Maniscalco has just announced his largest tour yet for 2024, named the ‘It Ain’t Right’ Tour. The tour, produced by Live Nation, will cover 47 cities,… Read more »

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Where to Take Photos With Santa in Calgary

Santa’s schedule gets busier and busier every year. Despite his hectic schedule, he has time for multiple visits and photo ops within Calgary. Photos with Santa, a… Read more »

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25+ Date Ideas During Christmas & Holidays in Calgary

The Christmas and holiday seasons give us extra things to do and celebrate. In Calgary this year, you can turn a number of these festive or wintery activities into the perfect romantic afternoon or night out. For festive date ideas of all kinds in Calgary and the foothills, you’ll find ways to get you moving, ways to wine and dine, and ways to ring in the 2021/22 holiday season.

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Rocky Mountain House to Nordegg Rail Trail: 109 km Historic CNWR Railway Route to Be Developed as Multiuse Trail

Alberta’s government is making a significant investment in the provincial trail system, aiming to boost recreation, tourism, and economic development by repurposing the historic 109 km Rocky… Read more »

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Indigenous-Owned Shops & Markets in Alberta For Unique Christmas & Holiday Gifts

Giving handmade gifts can make the holidays a little more special.

Shop Alberta’s numerous Indigenous-owned shops and businesses to find handmade or locally made gifts for everyone on your list.

19 Alberta Restaurants Make OpenTable’s 2023 Top 100 Restaurants in Canada

19 Alberta Restaurants Make OpenTable’s 2023 Top 100 Restaurants in Canada

Alberta’s culinary scene shines with 19 restaurants making OpenTable‘s Top 100 in Canada for 2023. Chosen from over 1.1 million diner reviews, these establishments offer diverse dining… Read more »

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WestJet to Launch Daily Year-Round Flights Between Regina and Minneapolis

WestJet has introduced a new daily year-round service between Regina and Minneapolis. Starting from April 28, 2024, this route establishes the first continuous transborder service from Regina… Read more »

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Highest in Spending, Last in Surgical Wait Times – How Canada Compares to Other Universal Health Care Countries

A recent study by the Fraser Institute, a non-partisan Canadian think tank, reveals concerning statistics about Canada’s health care system in comparison to other high-income countries with… Read more »

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Here is What to Expect When Banff Santa Claus Parade Returns on Nov 18th

The Banff Santa Claus Celebration of Lights is set to bring the holiday spirit to downtown Banff with a festive day of activities and entertainment. This beloved… Read more »

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Alberta Living Wage 2023: This is How Much You Need Earn Per Hour in Alberta Cities and Towns to Maintain a Modest Standard of Living

Alberta Living Wage Network has published the hourly wages required for residents of various Alberta cities to earn to maintain a modest standard of living in 2023…. Read more »

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Calgary’s 2023 Living Wage: This is How Much You Need to Earn For a Modest Living

Vibrant Communities Calgary says residents need to make $23.70 per hour to maintain a modest standard of living in the city.   This is up from $22.40,… Read more »

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Big Valley Jamboree Announces 2024 Headliners; Tickets Now on Sale

One of Alberta’s most popular summer music festivals has announced headliners for its 2024 edition. Big Valley Jamboree in Camrose usually sees around 90,000 music fans, and… Read more »

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Top Early Black Friday Offers and Tech Gifting Ideas From The Source

The holiday season is approaching, and The Source, Canada’s prominent tech retailer, has announced its early Black Friday offers and tech gift ideas. Moreover, as we head… Read more »

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Think Later Tour: Calgary Native Tate McRae Announces First Global Tour; Tickets on Sale Nov 7

Calgary native Tate McRae will embark on her first global tour, the “THINK LATER TOUR,” in 2024 with 53 dates across Europe, the UK, North America, Australia,… Read more »

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New Calgary Restaurants For Holiday Parties & Event Bookings

Take the next holiday party to new heights with these new restaurants in Calgary. These new restaurants from the past year offer large group bookings, or private… Read more »

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Harvey’s Adds Pickle Pickle Poutine Inspired by TikTok Sensation to Its Menu

Harvey’s, a Canadian restaurant chain, is introducing an exciting addition to its menu, the Pickle Pickle Poutine. Harvey’s, with a legacy dating back to 1959, is famous… Read more »