Central Alberta 
Canada Strong Pass Summer 2026 – Museums and Galleries Offering Free/Discounted Admission
Canada Strong Pass returns for the second year this summer from June 19 to September 7, 2026. The program offers discounted or free access to a range… Read more »
Banff Sunshine to Open Rare Summer Ski Season After Record Snowfall and Dads Ski Free on Father’s Day
Banff Sunshine is getting ready for a short but unusual summer ski season after receiving 1025 cm of snow over the winter. The resort says skiing and… Read more »
Here’s Who Can Apply for Alberta’s New $100 Energy Rebate Available Starting July 1
Alberta is rolling out a new Energy Rebate that will send $100 to nearly 3.4 million eligible residents starting July 1, 2026. The province says the rebate… Read more »
Pembina River Tubing 2026: Scenic River Float Through Alberta’s Ice Age Past
Pembina River Tubing will reopen for the 2026 summer season on June 6. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Pembina River Valley by taking a leisurely float down… Read more »
Angus Reid: Alberta Voters Split Along Political Lines on Separation Issue
A new survey from the Angus Reid Institute offers a clearer picture of where Albertans stand as the province moves toward an October referendum on separation. … Read more »
Planet Fitness Brings Back Free Summer Gym Access for Teens
Planet Fitness is bringing back a familiar summer offer for teens, with a few updates this year. The fitness chain, Planet Fitness, says its High School Summer… Read more »
Alberta Air Shows to See CF Snowbirds During Their Final Season
After more than five decades of thrilling audiences, the Canadian Forces Snowbirds are entering a period of transition as their iconic CT 114 Tutor aircraft approaches retirement…. Read more »
What to Know About Canada Strong Pass: Free and Discounted Access to National Parks, Museums, and More This Summer
If you’re looking to explore more of Canada this summer without stretching your budget, the federal government has introduced the Canada Strong Pass. Returning for the second… Read more »
30+ Alberta Summer Music Festivals to Check Out in 2026
Alberta music festivals span from early June to Labour Day weekend and cover a huge variety of musical genres. What is the most exciting part about summers… Read more »
Royal Canadian International Circus Tours 12 Cities With An All New Lineup This Year
The Royal Canadian Circus is returning this week, bringing a new production that leans into both tradition and spectacle. The Royal Canadian International Circus is poised to… Read more »
From Fort Saskatchewan to Space, Joshua Kutryk Joins ISS SpaceX Crew-13 Mission
Canada is sending another astronaut to the International Space Station, and this time it marks a first. Colonel Joshua Kutryk of the Canadian Space Agency has been… Read more »
Largest Equine Expo in Canada Returns to Red Deer This Weekend
Giddy up for three days of equine-filled fun with clinics, presentations, exhibitors, entertainment, beautiful horses, and more. Horse Expo Canada returns to Red Deer’s Westerner Park from… Read more »
2026 Spring Carnivals and Summer Fairs in Alberta For a Fun Family Day Out
Let’s get spinning and have a blast at the carnival! Alberta is getting into the carnival spirit with the arrival of various midway companies that will take… Read more »
Shooting Stars: Watch the Skies for Lyrid Meteor Shower – Peaks April 21 & 22
It’s that time of the year again! Lighting up the sky in April is the annual Lyrid meteor shower, and you may get to see multiple bright… Read more »
Celebrate Spring Migration at Snow Goose Festival Near Edmonton; Tickets Now on Sale
The Alberta skies are about to be filled with the sights and sounds of thousands of migrating birds. The birds are returning from their winter vacations in… Read more »
Parks Canada Confirms 2026 Alcohol Ban Periods for Banff Campgrounds, Full List Released
Parks Canada has set out this year’s restriction dates for alcohol and cannabis use in Banff National Park, along with a detailed list of affected campgrounds. Per… Read more »
20 Things to Do During Spring in Alberta
As the temperatures warm up during Spring in Alberta, the province begins to open up with more to do, more to see, and more reasons for getting… Read more »
Canada Falls Sharply in the Latest World Happiness Report; Now Ranked Below the U.S.
Canada has slipped noticeably in this year’s global happiness rankings, landing at 25th place, down from 18th last year, according to the World Happiness Report from the… Read more »
World Cup of Hockey 2028 Headed to Alberta with Finals at Rogers Place
Alberta has landed a major international hockey event, and the province beat out several North American cities to do it. Officials confirmed that the World Cup of… Read more »
2026 National Student Art Challenge Now Open For Grades 7–12 Students
A national art competition is once again opening its doors to young creators. The Art Canada Institute (ACI) has launched the sixth annual Canadian Art Inspiration Student… Read more »
Things to Do to Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Canada: Getaways & Activities
From romantic getaways to Valentine’s day events and activities, here is a list of ideas to celebrate Valentine’s day across Canada.
Free Admission to Alberta’s Provincial Historic Sites and Museums on Family Day
Enjoy free admission at select Alberta museums and historic sites on Monday, February 16, 2026. The Family Day weekend also marks the first of two annual Family… Read more »
Team Canada Skates to First Short Track Medal and First Silver at Milano Cortina 2026
Canada opened its short track speed skating campaign at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games with a silver medal in the mixed relay, marking the country’s… Read more »
2026 Family Day Long Weekend in Alberta: Events, Festivals & Activities
From signature festivals to racing on ice, vibrant celebrations of francophone culture and free admission to Alberta Museums on family day, there are plenty of fun activities to enjoy this family day weekend across Alberta.