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7 of the Best Places to Get Chicken Wings in Calgary to Celebrate National Chicken Wing Day

There are many reasons to celebrate the coming weekend: it is a long one with a holiday Monday, and, it is National Chicken Wing Day on Friday,… Read more »

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Calgary Corn Maze: Star Wars Themed Corn Maze at Calgary Farmyard Opens on July 29th

Calgary’s eleven-acre corn maze is reopening on July 29th for the 2022 summer season. The extremely popular farm has chosen a Star Wars theme featuring Yoda for… Read more »

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15 Provincial Park Day Trips From Calgary

Plan your next summer day trip around Calgary’s closest Provincial Parks and Recreation Areas. Between the varied landscapes of southern and central Alberta, the Provincial lands and… Read more »

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Mural Towns of Alberta: Places to See Intricate Wall Art

Alberta has an impressive amount of public art on display across its cities, national parks, and small towns. But none of these art collections are quite as… Read more »

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The Wiggles Coming to Calgary, Edmonton & Red Deer This Fall

The Wiggles are coming to Alberta this October for the first time in three years. Alberta toddlers will finally get to see Anthony (Blue Wiggle), Tsehay (Yellow… Read more »

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You Can Get Calgary Transit Pass For 50 Per Cent Off This Summer

Looking to save some cash as inflation hits a 40-year high? Calgary Transit is now offering discounted monthly passes for August and September 2022. Both adult and… Read more »

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8 Ideas For Alberta Day Trips and Getaways For This Weekend – July 22 to 24

Alberta’s summer festivals are in full swing! The weather is warm! The beaches are full! It will make sense if you need to get away this weekend… Read more »

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Calgary Ice Cream Shops to Celebrate National Ice Cream Day

Grab your cups and cones! July 17th is National Ice Cream Day, and there are a number of local shops in Calgary to help you celebrate. And… Read more »

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10 of the Best Restaurants to Dine at Waterton Lakes National Park

Much of the restaurants and dining spots in Waterton Lakes National Park are near the lake shores. You have a variety of options for direct lakeside dining,… Read more »

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Province Declares September 1 as Alberta Day

The provincial government today announced that Sept. 1 will be celebrated as Alberta Day. Alberta was officially formed on Sept. 1, 1905, when the Alberta Act established… Read more »

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7 Ideas For Alberta Day Trips and Getaways For This Weekend – July 15 to 17

The festivals are on in Alberta this week and weekend! If you’re looking to get away, Stampede isn’t the only event you can create a vacation around… Read more »

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Enjoy 2022 Calgary Stampede Offerings Today For $11

Calgary Stampede officially kicks off tomorrow with a grand parade at 9 a.m. The Stampede returns after two years of cancellations due to the pandemic and there… Read more »

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Lethbridge in Summer: Outdoor Fun, Festivals & Activities

As one of Alberta’s southern-most cities, Lethbridge has several things to do under the summer sun. It is this time of year when the downtown core of… Read more »

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Hike to Crescent Falls From Bighorn River Lookout For a Spectacular Summer Hike

Combine a fabulous lookout and one of the most scenic waterfalls in Alberta with a hike from Bighorn River Lookout to Crescent Falls. Sure, you can easily… Read more »

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6 Gorgeous Calgary Gardens For Tranquil Summer Walk

Take your time on a walk or hike through these gorgeous Calgary gardens. Many of the gardens around the city are built with the help of several… Read more »

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5 Calgary Catering Companies Offering Stampede Specials

Summer fun in Calgary officially kicks off with Stampede week! The greatest outdoor show on Earth is back in full swing with rodeo events, live concerts, the… Read more »

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Alberta Increases Electricity Rebates by $150

Albertans can further save $150 this year as the Kenney government announced an extension to the electricity rebate program until December. This means that eligible Albertans will now… Read more »

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New Calgary Restaurants to Eat At This Summer 2022

Take the pains out of finding a place to eat and try something completely new. These restaurants are all new to Calgary, and what better way to… Read more »

Calgary Opens ‘Vandalism Gallery’ Aimed at Reducing Intentional Damage to Peace Bridge

Calgary Opens ‘Vandalism Gallery’ Aimed at Reducing Intentional Damage to Peace Bridge

There is a new open-air gallery in Calgary! The city of Calgary wants to remind residents not to vandalize the Peace Bridge and it is resorting to… Read more »

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Romantic Date Ideas For This Summer in Calgary

Planning a date in the Calgary area this summer? Take advantage of all the vibrant things going on this summer in Calgary by planning the perfect date… Read more »

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Albertans to Receive Natural Gas Rebate Starting Oct. 1st

Alberta says the natural gas rebate program announced in Budget 2022 will start in October. The program was announced last April to shield Albertans from European-style price… Read more »

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These Are Alberta’s Top Baby Names For 2021

49,938 babies were born in Alberta in 2021 including 25,714 boys and 24,219 girls. When it comes to naming babies, Albertans follow tried and true names. Olivia… Read more »

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8 Alberta Day Trips and Getaways For Canada Day Long Weekend

It is Canada’s 155th birthday this weekend and here are some ideas for your getaway: Vergreville for the Pysanka Festival For July Long Weekend, you can celebrate… Read more »

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Mummified Baby Woolly Mammoth Discovered in Yukon’s Klondike Gold Fields

While on the hunt for gold within Klondike gold fields within Trʼondëk Hwëchʼin Traditional Territory, miners from Treadstone Mining found something far rarer: a near-complete, mummified baby… Read more »