Central Alberta 
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 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 »
Red Rock Coulee: ‘Alien’ Landscape in Alberta Home to Large Spheroid Concretions
Some of Alberta’s landscapes seem…alien at times. The province has such drastic changes in scenery along its highways that these strange scenes often take you by surprise,… Read more »
A Day at the World Famous Gopher Hole Museum: Picnics, Photos, and Quirky Fun in Torrington
The history of Alberta’s most unique museum starts with, of course, gophers! The World Famous Gopher Hole Museum in Torrington (east-central Alberta) has those little critters to… Read more »
Alberta Cares Donut: Tim Hortons Launches Fundraising Campaign for Alberta Wildfires
Tim Hortons has launched a special fundraising campaign across its Alberta locations, offering a dedicated donut for $2 to support the Canadian Red Cross 2024 Alberta Wildfires… Read more »
Sunflower Valley Farms: Alberta’s Massive Sunflower Field Returns For 2024 Season
Did you know that there is a massive sunflower farm in Central Alberta that welcomes visitors to its 60-acre flower field? Sunflower Valley Farms, located near Lacombe, is… Read more »
37 Alberta Parks You Should Add to Your Outdoor Adventure Bucket List
It is a tough decision: when planning a trip around Alberta, where do you visit first? The nearly 500 Provincial Parks, Recreation Areas, Ecological Reserves, and Wildland… Read more »
Wind Chasing Road Trip Across Southern Alberta
Southern Alberta is famous for its Chinook winds and is a place that sees a lot of strong winds in general. The winds can gain strength travelling… Read more »
Alberta’s Long Lake Provincial Park Offers Plenty of Summer Fun
If you are looking for a “quieter” beach and lake this summer, you can plan for a day or weekend at Long Lake Provincial Park. An easy… Read more »
Canada’s Most Livable Neighborhoods in 2024: Calgary, Winnipeg and Edmonton Communities Top the List
RE/MAX, in collaboration with Montreal-based data analytics firm Local Logic, has released its 2024 rankings for the most livable neighbourhoods across Canada. These rankings are based on… Read more »
From Calgary to Halifax: Water Lantern Festival Touring Canada Starting This Month
The Water Lantern Festival, which toured Canada in 2019, is returning this month. The festival offers a family-friendly atmosphere, inviting people of all ages to join in… Read more »
2024 Canada Day: Free Admission to National Parks & Parks Canada Historic Sites
Admission to National Parks and National Historic Sites will be free once again this Canada Day. Canadians and visitors can access 171 national historic sites, 47 national… Read more »
June 26: Boston Pizza Announces 30,000 Free Pizzas to Lift Spirits Post-Stanley Cup
Boston Pizza has announced a nationwide giveaway of 30,000 free pizzas this Wednesday, June 26, following the Edmonton Oilers’ loss in game 7 of the Stanley Cup… Read more »