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Fentanyl Czar & More: Trudeau Says Tariffs Paused for 30 Days
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says tariffs will be paused for 30 days. Following a telephone call with U.S. President Donald Trump, Trudeau outlined Canada’s $1.3 billion border… Read more »
Groundhog Day 2025: Alberta’s Balzac Billy Predicts Early Spring
Alberta’s “groundhog,” Balzac Billy predicted early spring this morning. Legend has it that, on February 2nd, if the groundhog emerges from its burrow, and sees its shadow,… Read more »
Feb 4: Trump Imposes 25% Tariff on Canadian Goods & 10% on Energy
The U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to impose a 25 per cent tariff on all exports from Canada except energy, which will be… Read more »
Groundhog Day Alberta: Will Balzac Billy See His Shadow on Feb 2nd?
Did you know that Alberta has a weather-predicting “squirrel”? Alberta’s Groundhog Day weather predictor, Balzac Billy, resides in Balzac, 24km north of Calgary. Unlike most other Canadian… Read more »
Lainey Wilson Announces Whirlwind Tour: Here’s Where to See Her Live in Canada
Country music sensation Lainey Wilson is gearing up for her Whirlwind world tour, with multiple Canadian stops set for August and September. The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter will bring… Read more »
Tim Hortons’ Limited-Edition Donuts in Support of Special Olympics Available This Weekend
Tim Hortons is continuing its partnership with Special Olympics Canada for the sixth consecutive year. From January 31 to February 2, all proceeds from the sale of… Read more »
Alberta Earns Top Grade in CFIB’s 2025 Red Tape Report Card
Alberta has once again received the highest overall grade, an “A”, in the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB)’s 2025 Red Tape Report Card, marking its second… Read more »
Harvey’s Adds FRINGS Poutine Nationwide for Limited Time
Harvey’s has unveiled its latest menu addition, FRINGS Poutine, combining two of its most popular sides. This new menu item combines crispy fries and golden onion rings… Read more »
Ideas For a Valentine’s Weekend Getaway in Alberta
Make a Valentine’s weekend getaway in Alberta about the romance, about time with friends, or about family. This year, Valentine’s Day falls between the weekend of the… Read more »
BASIN Glacial Waters: An All-Sensory Thermal Bathing Experience Coming to Lake Louise
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise has announced the upcoming opening of BASIN Glacial Waters, a luxury thermal bathing facility located on the shores of Lake Louise. Designed to… Read more »
Valentine’s Day 2025: IKEA Restaurants Offering 3-Course Dinner on Feb 14
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at IKEA with a delightful dinner at their Swedish restaurant locations across Canada. IKEA invites customers to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a special dining… Read more »
Most Popular Baby Names in Alberta – 2024
Alberta’s 2024 baby name rankings are out, and Olivia and Noah remain on top, cementing their status as parent favourites. Olivia has impressively held the top spot… Read more »
15,000+ Canadians Died Waiting For Health Care Last Year; Data Doesn’t Include Alberta, Quebec, and Newfoundland & Labrador
A report by SecondStreet.org reveals that at least 15,474 Canadians died in 2023-24 while waiting for surgeries or diagnostic scans. The data presented in the 2024 edition… Read more »
Canada’s Record-Breaking $8.5 Billion Weather Losses – A Look at the Costliest Events of 2024
Canada experienced its most expensive year for weather-related insured losses in 2024, reaching $8.5 billion, as reported by Catastrophe Indices and Quantification Inc. (CatIQ). This marks a… Read more »
Where Canadians Are Moving: Calgary, Edmonton, and Belleville Top U-Haul List
U-Haul has revealed the most popular Canadian cities and provinces for DIY movers after analyzing migration patterns from 2024. U-Haul rated Canadian destinations by the net gain… Read more »
Gigantic & Stunning ‘Mars’ Exhibit by Renowned UK Artist Set to Open at Muttart Conservatory
The Muttart Conservatory in Edmonton is set to host an extraordinary exhibit this winter, featuring the awe-inspiring artwork Mars by UK artist Luke Jerram. Known for his… Read more »
CRA’s House-Related Tax Rules: List of All the Ways to Save Taxes on Home Buying and Renovations
As tax season approaches, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is reminding Canadians of various housing-related tax incentives that can help reduce costs and maximize savings. These measures,… Read more »
Jasper in January 2025: Annual Winter Festival Kicks Off This Friday With Poutine Fest and Star Gazing
Jasper in January promises a vibrant winter festival from January 10 to 26, showcasing the lighter, brighter side of the season in Jasper, Alberta. This annual celebration… Read more »
New CPP Benefit For Part-Time Students and Other Changes in 2025
The Federal government has announced a new Canada Pension Plan (CPP) benefit targeting part-time students with parents who are deceased or disabled contributors. Eligible part-time students aged… Read more »
$25 All-You-Can-Eat-Wings & More: Delicious Winter Deals at Rec Rooms Across Canada
The Rec Room, operating 12 entertainment locations across Canada, has a series of weekday promotions this season. These offers, available at select locations, include discounts on food,… Read more »
Winter Adventures: Places Offering Dogsledding Tours in Alberta
You can get to know Alberta’s winter scenery a few ways: atop ski hills, on the cross-country ski trails, or from the back of a snowmobile. But… Read more »
We Don’t Need Their Cars, Lumber, Milk – Trump Suggests “Economic Force” to Make Canada 51st State
In a wide-ranging press conference today, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump reiterated his intention to impose significant tariffs on foreign goods, targeting both Canada and Mexico. Trump once… Read more »
“If Canada Merged with the U.S.” – Donald Trump Reacts to Justin Trudeau’s Resignation
The two nations that share the longest undefended border in the world have seen contrasting political outcomes today. While Justin Trudeau announced his intention to resign as… Read more »
Top Things to Do in Canadian Badlands – Drumheller to Brooks
Planning to visit Drumheller and Canadian Badlands in Alberta? Here are the must see attractions in the graveyard of the dinosaurs and the moonlike landscape carved by the Red Deer River. As you traverse the land, you will travel through the lands that preserved dinosaur bones for the World’s biggest paleontological discovery and learn how “progress” reduced booming cities to ghost towns.