Central Alberta 
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 »
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 »
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
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
Most Popular Canadian City and Province to Move To According to U-Haul’s 2023 Migration Trends
U-Haul has revealed the most popular Canadian cities and provinces for DIY movers after analyzing migration patterns from 2023. U-Haul rated Canadian destinations by the net gain… Read more »
Paris Baguette Unveils Sweet & Savoury Limited Edition Winter Menu, January Discounts and Deals
Paris Baguette, a bakery café, has unveiled its winter menu, brimming with handcrafted, seasonally inspired offerings. This limited-time menu, available until March 5, features an array of… Read more »
10 Ideas For Romantic Winter Getaways in Alberta
Find romance this winter in Alberta with several different getaway ideas. These romantic winter vacations in Alberta are perfect for Valentine’s Day, the adjacent weekends, or the… Read more »
Top 100 Restaurants in Canada to Eat Healthy According to OpenTable
The most popular restaurant reservation platform, OpenTable, has released the list of Top 100 restaurants in Canada, renowned for their healthy offerings. According to the platform,… Read more »
2024 Income Tax Brackets, CPP, TFSA and RRSP Limits and Other Changes That Will Affect Your Finances
If your New Year’s resolution is to save money, begin with budget planning by focusing on your net income. The rise in income tax brackets, TFSA and… Read more »
Santa Claus and His Zero-Emission Sleigh Cleared For Travel in Canadian Airspace
Justin Trudeau tells Minister of Transport, “Pablo, what are you doing? You don’t have to deliver the presents yourself.” “Come on, leave that to Santa… that’s his… Read more »
Canadians Continue to Move to Alberta in High Numbers as the Country Sees Record High Population Growth
Canada’s population growth has reached a historic high, primarily driven by robust immigration, according to Statistics Canada. According to Statistics Canada’s 2023 third quarter population estimate report,… Read more »
Immersive Disney Exhibition Coming to Edmonton in February 2024
After enchanting Disney fans in Toronto, the producers of immersive exhibitions and one-of-a-kind experiences, Lighthouse Immersive, are bringing Disney Animation: Immersive Experience to Edmonton. Disney Animation: Immersive… Read more »