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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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$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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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“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 »

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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.

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Music Festivals in Alberta

From mud festivals to cowboy gatherings, here is a list of music festivals to rock out to during the year of 2022.

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Canada Clears Santa Claus For Travel in Our Airspace

Santa Claus has officially received the green light to embark on his legendary Christmas Eve journey, thanks to none other than Canada’s new Minister of Transport, Anita… Read more »

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Christmas – Winter Holiday Getaways in Alberta

Alberta transforms into a magical, winter wonderland at Christmas, with celebrations for all ages and many indoor and outdoor activities. Check out these 10+ ideas for a Christmas holiday getaway in Alberta and get ready to explore.

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Terry Fox to be Featured on Canada’s New $5 Banknote

The federal government has announced that Terry Fox, the Canadian icon known for his Marathon of Hope, will be featured on the next $5 bill. This decision… Read more »

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CPKC Holiday Train Heads to Edmonton on Dec 12; Here is What to Expect

The CPKC Holiday Train, a tradition spanning over two decades, is now traversing Alberta on its 26th cross-continental tour this year. The holiday train is part of… Read more »

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Dec 11: Bank of Canada Cuts Interest Rate to 3.25%

The Bank of Canada has reduced its target for the overnight rate by 50 basis points to 3.25%. The Bank Rate and the deposit rate now stand… Read more »