News - Central Alberta

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Living Expenses Vs. Home Prices: Canadian Cities Where Houses Remain Affordable

In recent years, families across Canada have been facing an uphill battle to meet their basic living costs due to rising prices for necessities like groceries, housing,… Read more »

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20 Things to Do in Alberta This March

The weather may (or may not) be getting warmer over the month of March in Alberta, and this makes room for enjoying the great outdoors without freezing…. Read more »

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Big Hill Chill: Cochrane Hosting An Evening of Rhythm, and Brews This Saturday

Experience a unique evening this Saturday in Cochrane, a night filled with warmth, music, and stargazing, set against the backdrop of a crisp February atmosphere. The gathering,… Read more »

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Chick-fil-A to Open Three Restaurants in Alberta This Year

In a significant move towards expanding its Canadian footprint, Chick-fil-A has announced plans to open three new restaurants in Alberta within the year. Credit: Chick-fil-A The first… Read more »

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Lightfest: Spectacular Fireworks to Illuminate Badlands Near Calgary This Saturday

The Badlands Amphitheatre, nestled in the heart of the Alberta Badlands and known for its unique natural acoustics and breathtaking scenery, is once again hosting the much-anticipated… Read more »

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Most Affordable Cities for Single-Income Condo Buyers in Canada

The dream of homeownership remains within reach for single-income buyers in Canada despite the challenges posed by high borrowing costs, a limited housing inventory, and an escalating… Read more »

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10 Trip Ideas For Easter Weekend Getaway in Alberta

Easter, or the start of spring: no matter which one you’re celebrating at the end of March, the celebrations may call for a weekend getaway in Alberta…. Read more »

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‘Carbon Tax’ Rebates 2024/25: Eligible Canadians Will Receive Increased Payments Starting April

The federal government has announced the Canada Carbon Rebate amounts for 2024-25, formerly known as the Climate Action Incentive Payment. Canada Carbon Rebate are paid out to… Read more »

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New Heritage Minute Honours CFL Hall of Famer and Alberta’s 16th Lieutenant-Governor Norman Kwong

The Heritage Minutes series, a hallmark of Canadian culture since its inception in 1991, has added a new bilingual short film to its collection, spotlighting the life… Read more »

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This Is How Much Savings Canadians Think They Need For Retirement

Millennials estimate they’ll need around $2.1 million for a comfortable retirement, according to the latest retirement survey conducted by BMO. BMO says this figure is the highest across… Read more »

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Groundhog Day 2024: Alberta’s Balzac Billy Predicts Six More Weeks of Winter

Alberta’s “groundhog,” Balzac Billy, predicted six more weeks of winter this morning. Legend has it that, on February 2nd, if the groundhog emerges from its burrow and… Read more »

Bow Valley Boot Stomp: Cochrane Getting a New Country Music festival This Summer

Bow Valley Boot Stomp: Cochrane Getting a New Country Music festival This Summer

Dive into the heart of country music at the Bow Valley Boot Stomp, set to bring Cochrane alive this summer. This inaugural festival invites country music aficionados… Read more »

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These Are Alberta’s Top Employers For 2024

Alberta’s economy is thriving, and local employers are stepping up to match the perks and benefits of the nation’s top workplaces. Mediacorp Canada Inc. highlighted this development… Read more »

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Eligible Albertans to Get AISH and Income Support Payments Earlier

Alberta government has revised the payment schedule for the Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) and Income Support programs. Starting in March 2024, beneficiaries of these… Read more »

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Alberta Creates Two New Provincial Parks, Increases Total Land Area of Two, and Redesignates 10 As Public Lands

Alberta’s northernmost site, home to badlands, is now a provincial park. Alberta has made extensive changes to enhance the province’s natural spaces by amending, expanding, and establishing the… Read more »

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5 Reasons to Visit Vermilion Provincial Park This Winter

Located in Vermilion and the Vermilion River Valley, Central Alberta’s Vermilion Provincial Park is a hidden gem, particularly for winter activities. Boasting 23km of trails, many of… Read more »

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17 Bucket List Winter Adventures in Alberta

New winter adventures are around every corner in Alberta. From north to south and east to west are unique, memorable, or exhilarating winter experiences. Some include activities… Read more »

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These Are Canada’s Best 100 Places to Eat in 2024

Yelp has unveiled its ninth annual list of Canada’s Top 100 Places to Eat in 2024, a compilation based on community recommendations. Topping the list is Chen… Read more »

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15 Alberta Lakes to Visit For Winter Adventures

Alberta’s lakes aren’t only meant for summer visits. When the cold hits and waters freeze around the province, a whole new category of recreation opens in Alberta…. Read more »

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5 Ways to Spend a Winter Weekend in Sundre

Sundre is located at the edge of the prairies and foothills in central Alberta, with the Rockies about an hour’s drive from town. Winter, when the area… Read more »

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List of Extreme Cold Records Set in Alberta – Jan 11 to 15, 2024

Last weekend, Alberta experienced a severe cold snap, shattering multiple long-standing low-temperature records. The intense Arctic air front, which commenced on Thursday, led to the setting of… Read more »

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Population Trap: All Good Things Have Their Limits Says National bank Asking Ottawa to Slow Immigration

All good things have their limits, says National Bank of Canada economists in a special Economics and Strategy report. The report by Stéfane Marion and Alexandra Ducharme… Read more »

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Pollution Price Rebate Jan 15th: Here is How Much Eligible Canadians Will Receive as 1st CAIP of 2024

On January 15, 2024, Canadian residents in provinces subject to the federal fuel charge will receive their first Climate Action Incentive payment (CAIP) of the year, a… Read more »

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La Poutine Week 2024: Canada’s Cheesy Restaurant Food Festival Returns This February

Canada’s beloved La Poutine Week, presented by People Mover Technologies Inc., returns for its 12th year, showcasing a diverse array of poutine dishes from February 1st to… Read more »