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How Canada’s Health Care System Compares to Other Universal Health Care Countries – 2024
A recent study by the Fraser Institute reveals that Canada ranks among the highest spenders on healthcare within a group of 31 high-income countries with universal healthcare… Read more »
Survey: Alberta Seeks Public Input on Future of Passenger Rail Development
Alberta’s government is advancing its Passenger Rail Master Plan and is urging the public to participate in shaping the future of rail infrastructure in the province. The… Read more »
Tax Break: Here is the List of Items You Can Save on GST/HST For Two Months
Today, Justin Trudeau announced a legislative measure to suspend the Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax (GST/HST) on holiday essentials from December 14, 2024, to February 15, 2025…. Read more »
Country Thunder Announce Headliners For 2025 Calgary Summer Music Festival
Country Thunder organizers have announced the headliners for the 2025 edition of the festival in Calgary. The festival, scheduled for August 15 to 17, will be headlined… Read more »
$504 For Tequila & More – Most Ordered Foods and Trends in Canada This Year According to Skip
Skip, a Canadian delivery platform, has released its annual report showcasing the country’s top food and retail trends for 2024. The data reflects regional favourites, viral culinary… Read more »
Alberta Living Wage 2024: How Much You Need to Earn Per Hour For Simple Living
Alberta Living Wage Network has published the hourly wages required for residents of various Alberta cities to earn to maintain a modest standard of living in 2024…. Read more »
Canada Gets New $2 Circulation Coin Honouring Inuit Nunangat
The Royal Canadian Mint has released a new $2 commemorative circulation coin to celebrate Inuit Nunangat, the Inuit homeland in Canada’s North. This coin, designed by Inuit… Read more »
Starbucks to Eliminate Extra Charges for Nondairy Milk Options
Starbucks customers in the United States and Canada will no longer be charged extra for selecting nondairy milk options in their beverages at company-owned stores starting next… Read more »
Oct 23: Bank of Canada Cuts Interest Rate to 3.75%
The Bank of Canada has lowered its policy interest rate by 50 basis points, bringing the target for the overnight rate to 3.75%. The Bank Rate is… Read more »
After the Wildfire: Explore Jasper National Park This Thanksgiving Weekend & Support Local Economy
After the devastation caused by past summer’s Jasper wildfire, many are wondering when the park will return to normal operations. While it may be a while until… Read more »
October 10 to 12: Northern Lights Could Be Visible Across Canada Over the Next Two Nights
Depending on your location in Canada, you could be in for a celestial treat of mesmerizing Northern Light displays tonight and possibly over the weekend. Space Weather… Read more »
Illuminated CPKC Holiday Train Returns For 2024 Season Visiting New Brunswick For the First Time (Schedule)
The Holiday Train will return to the rails this season for its 26th cross-continent tour this November. In November, two decorated trains will make the festive journey,… Read more »
Popeyes Brings Back Ghost Pepper Chicken Sandwich For Halloween Season
Popeyes Canada is spicing up its menu with the return of a fiery addition—the Ghost Pepper Chicken Sandwich. Timed for the Halloween season, this sandwich is a… Read more »
Oct 3-4: Northern Lights Could Be Visible Across Canada Tonight
Depending on your location in Canada, you could be in for a celestial treat of mesmerizing Northern Light displays tonight. Due to coronal mass ejection, Space Weather… Read more »
100 Years of RCAF: Canada Now Has a Colourful New Circulation Toonie
The Royal Canadian Mint has introduced a new $2 circulation coin to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). Unveiled at 17 Wing Winnipeg on Canadian Forces Base Winnipeg, the coin celebrates a century of contributions by RCAF personnel.
Sept 17-18: When to See Tonight’s Partial Lunar Eclipse and Harvest Super Moon in Canada
Look up tonight to see a partial lunar eclipse. Tonight’s eclipse will be visible from all of Canada. The eclipse will last 246 minutes, with the partial eclipse for 64 minutes.
Observers looking at the Moon will be able to see a faint but distinct smudge on the moon’s disk during the duration of the umbral eclipse.
For those in Alberta and Saskatchewan, the moon will rise only after the penumbral eclipse begins, and western B.C. residents will miss out on the beginning of the partial eclipse.
Sept 16: Northern Lights Could Be Visible Across Canada Tonight
Depending on your location in Canada, you could be in for a celestial treat of mesmerizing Northern Light displays tonight. Space Weather Canada has issued a major… Read more »
Toonie Burgers: Dairy Queen Canada Offering $2 Cheeseburger This National Cheeseburger Day
In recognition of National Cheeseburger Day on September 18, Dairy Queen Canada is launching a special promotion, offering cheeseburgers for just $2.
Tasty Reasons to Visit Sylvan Lake in September
As with many central Alberta lakes, Sylvan Lake is a beautiful place to spend a sunny day. A major bonus when exploring Sylvan Lake is the abundance… Read more »
2024 Rankings: Best Elementary Schools in Alberta According to Fraser Institute
The Fraser Institute, a renowned Canadian public policy research and educational organization, has unveiled its annual rankings of Alberta elementary schools, evaluating 730 entities across public, Catholic,… Read more »
Tranquil Escape to Pierre Grey’s Lakes Provincial Park: Discover the Hidden Treasures of Northwest Alberta
The northwestern Alberta foothills are slightly more remote than the southern hills. The foothills around Grande Cache offer much in the ways of things to do- all… Read more »
List of 2024 Alberta Day Celebrations Across the Province This Long Weekend
This Labour Day weekend, celebrate everything that makes Alberta unique as the province turns 119 years old. From live entertainment and a made-in-Alberta marketplace to beer gardens… Read more »
Garner Lake Provincial Park: All Season Fun Near Edmonton
Garner Lake Provincial Park near Edmonton has an activity for every season. It is one of the closest parks to the east side of the city and… Read more »
Big Arch: McDonald’s Canada to Launch Big Beefy Burger Starting Aug 27
Starting August 27, McDonald’s Canada is launching a new burger called the Big Arch in its restaurants nationwide. The burger features double quarter-pound patties of 100% Canadian… Read more »