Central Alberta 
Groundhog Day 2026: Alberta’s Balzac Billy Predicts More Winter
Alberta’s “groundhog,” Balzac Billy, predicted a long winter or in groundhog terms, “six more weeks of winter,” this morning. Legend has it that, on February 2nd, if… Read more »
Alberta’s Best Employers For 2026
As Alberta continues to add people and jobs at a pace unmatched elsewhere in the country, many of the province’s leading employers are responding by investing more… Read more »
Canada’s Population Could Hit 57 Million, With Alberta Surpassing B.C.
A new set of population projections from Statistics Canada suggests Canada’s demographic map could look noticeably different in the decades ahead, with Alberta poised to pass British… Read more »
Alberta Again Leads Provinces in CFIB’s 2026 Red Tape Rankings
Alberta is once again leading the country when it comes to cutting red tape. The province earned the top overall grade in the Canadian Federation of Independent… Read more »
National Popcorn Days 2026 at Cineplex Theatres: You Can Get Free Popcorn This Weekend – Jan 16 to 19
Cineplex is bringing back National Popcorn Days with an expanded offer that runs for four days in January, giving Scene+ members a chance to receive free popcorn… Read more »
When to Book Parks Canada Campgrounds for Summer 2026
Are you going camping in Canada’s National Parks this summer? Mark these dates on your calendar and reserve the Parks Canada campgrounds you want to stay in… Read more »
Best Winter Festivals in Alberta – 2026
A list of must-do Alberta festivals celebrating all things Winter.
List of 2026 Statutory Holidays in Alberta
Alberta has nine statutory holidays. Statutory holidays are days when employees are entitled to general holiday pay if they have worked for the same employer for at… Read more »
Polar Bear Dips in Alberta – 2026
Plunge into cold Alberta waters and support a worthy cause by participating in a Polar Bear Plunge.
A list of eleven places to enjoy a chilling experience in Alberta.
Sleigh Checks Complete: Santa Cleared for Flight Across Canada
Santa Claus has officially received the green light to travel across Canadian airspace, following a review that briefly appeared on national radar systems as a mystery. In… Read more »
Free/Discounted Admission to Provincial Museums and Galleries (List) During the Christmas Holidays
The federal government is bringing back a program aimed at helping you stretch your holiday budget while still getting out to enjoy the country. Canada Strong Pass,… Read more »
Alberta Designates First All-Season Resort Areas to Support Year-Round Recreation and Development
Alberta has introduced a new framework intended to expand recreational access and encourage year-round use of three prominent mountain destinations that have long operated under seasonal constraints…. Read more »
Canada Strong Pass During Holidays: Free and Discounted Access to National Parks, Museums, and More Returns on December 12
The program that offers free entry and reduced-rate travel across a wide range of national sites returns for the holiday season. Between December 12, 2025, and January… Read more »
When and Where to See Geminids Meteor Shower – 2025
The Geminids are expected to peak on the night of December 13/14, 2023.
What to See & Do at Spruce Meadows’ New Enchanted Christmas Lights Walk-Through Festival
Spruce Meadows is rolling out a brand-new holiday experience this Friday, shifting from its familiar drive-through lights to a fully walkable event called The Enchanted Festival. Instead… Read more »
CPKC Holiday Train Alberta Schedule 2025 – Camrose – Calgary – Lethbridge – Medicine Hat
The Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Holiday Train is back for its 27th year! Two trains, each about 1,000 feet long with rail cars covered in hundreds… Read more »
Edmonton Lands Inaugural Boots and Hearts West Featuring Dickerson and Shaboozey
Ontario’s famous country music festival is set to plant new roots in Western Canada, bringing its long-running fan community to Alberta. Republic Live and OEG Sports &… Read more »
Igloofest Expands to Edmonton with Three Nights of Star-Studded EDM Acts This March
Igloofest is bringing its famous outdoor winter party to Edmonton for the first time, turning ICE District into a three-night electronic music takeover led by some of… Read more »
Big Valley Jamboree Announces 2026 Headliners; Tickets Now on Sale
One of Alberta’s most popular summer music festivals has announced headliners for its 2026 edition. Big Valley Jamboree in Camrose usually sees around 90,000 music fans, and… Read more »
Alberta to Host 2027 IIHF World Juniors in Two Cities
Canada will once again be the centre of international junior hockey when the 2027 IIHF World Junior Championship returns to Alberta, with Edmonton and Red Deer set… Read more »
Alberta Reveals New Licence Plate Design Following 240,000-Vote Public Poll
Alberta will introduce its first new licence plate design in more than 4 decades, following a provincewide vote that selected an image of Moraine Lake in Banff… Read more »
Living Wage 2025: How Much Albertans Need to Earn Per Hour to Make Ends Meet
The Alberta Living Wage Network has released its 2025 report outlining the hourly wages residents in different Alberta communities need to earn to maintain a modest standard… Read more »
Zellers Returns with Nationwide Rollout of New 3.0 Store Concept, Beginning in Edmonton
Canadian retailer Zellers is set to make a national comeback with a new retail format and phased expansion plan. The company confirmed it will reopen stores beginning… Read more »
Places to Go For Polar Express and Santa Trains in Alberta
Relive the magical story of the motion picture THE POLAR EXPRESS™ or enjoy a visit from Santa as you and your loved ones ride on the Christmas… Read more »