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Feb 15th: Alberta Expands COVID-19 Booster Dose Eligibility to Include 5+ Immunocompromised Kids

Alberta is expanding the COVID-19 booster dose to include kids with immunocompromising conditions and underlying health conditions. Starting February 15th, youth between the ages of 12 and… Read more »

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Edmonton Sends Wordle Valentine’s Day Card to Calgary

The city of Edmonton has sent a “wordle” of love to the city of Calgary on Valentine’s Day. The official city of Edmonton’s Twitter account posted a… Read more »

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Vaccine Proof Not Required: COVID-19 Restrictions in Alberta Effective Feb 9, 2022

Alberta businesses will no longer need to check for vaccine passports to operate without capacity limits as the province is removing the Restrictions Exemption Program as part… Read more »

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Alberta Removes Vaccine Passport Program Effective Midnight (Feb 8th), Announces Plan to Remove Mask Mandates on March 1st

Premier Jason Kenney today announced that the province will remove the Restriction Exemption Program effective midnight today. The announcement came as part of the three-step plan to… Read more »

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Going Camping in National Parks? Reservation Opening Dates For Parks Canada Campgrounds – 2022

Are you going camping in Canada’s National Parks this summer (2022)? Reservations are now open (have been open for some time) for some of the most popular… Read more »

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Groundhog Day 2022: Alberta’s Balzac Billy Predicts 6 More Weeks of Winter

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

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15 Short Term Rentals For a Romantic Winter Getaway in Alberta

An Alberta winter getaway can bring you to some of this province’s most beautiful snowy scenes- perfect for a romantic escape! You and a loved one can… Read more »

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Eligible Albertans Can Get COVID-19 Antiviral Pill Paxlovid Starting Jan. 31st

Starting Jan. 31st, the Alberta government is making Paxlovid, an antiviral pill by Pfizer to residents with mild to moderate COVID-19 symptoms who are at high risk… Read more »

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Two National Parks in Alberta Among the Top Destinations in the World For Outdoor Enthusiasts

We all know that the Canadian Rockies offers some of the best, if not the best, adventures for an outdoor enthusiast in Canada. Tripadvisor community also agrees… Read more »

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National Popcorn Day: You Can Get Free Popcorn Today From Cineplex

In celebration of National Popcorn Day, you can get a complimentary bag of Cineplex’s signature popcorn. Today, Scene+ members with a valid movie ticket for January 19… Read more »

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Immunocompromised Albertans Can Book Appointments For Fourth Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine on Jan. 20th

Immunocompromised Albertans can book a fourth dose of COVID-19 vaccine starting Jan. 20th, announced Dr. Deena Hinshaw, chief medical officer of health today. Based on the guidance… Read more »

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Alberta: You Must Report Lost or Stolen Licence Plates to Get a Replacement

Are you planning to visit a registry office this week to get a replacement vehicle license plate? Alberta says motorists must report lost or stolen licence plates… Read more »

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These Are 5 Most Popular Disc Golf Courses in Canada

Baker Park in Calgary is the 5th most popular disc golf course in the world, according to UDisc, an app for Disc Golfers. UDisc has compiled the… Read more »

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Alberta Unions Call For Circuit Breaker Measures Like Restaurant Closures Due to Omicron Surge

Alberta’s largest unions and labour organizations have issued a joint statement demanding the provincial government to implement temporary circuit-breaker measures to reduce the number of rising COVID-19… Read more »

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9 Reasons Why You Should Plan a Winter Getaway to Sylvan Lake

Sylvan Lake is usually thought of as a summer destination. But this lake town doesn’t slow down at all in winter. With everything the town has planned… Read more »

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COVID-19 Testing: Alberta Changes PCR Test Eligibility

Alberta is changing the eligibility criteria for getting a free PCR test as the daily PCR testing volumes are beginning to exceed system capacity. The province says… Read more »

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Ice Dice 2022: You Can Now Register For Frozen Lake Car Driving Competition Near Calgary

Alberta’s bone freezing winters provide plenty of opportunities for those wanting to drive on frozen lakes. If you are interested in racing across a frozen lake this… Read more »

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U-Haul’s Canada Migration Trends: Alberta, Top Province and North Bay, Top City For DIY Movers

U-Haul has revealed the most popular Canadian cities and provinces for DIY movers after analyzing migration patterns from 2021. U-Haul rated Canadian destinations by the net gain… Read more »

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Alberta Schools to Reopen on January 10th After Winter Break, Cancels January High School Diploma Exam

Alberta has announced that the province is extending winter break for K-12 students to January 10th. The schools were to open next week on January 3rd or… Read more »

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You Can Book Alberta Parks Campsites 90 Days in Advance Starting Jan 11, 2022

Alberta Parks is changing the way you book campsites in the new year. Instead of opening bookings for campsites on a single day, Alberta Parks will open… Read more »

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$300 Per Week: You Can Apply For Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit If You Lost 50 Per Cent of Your Income

The federal government is expanding the eligibility of some key COVID-19 benefit programs to include workers who lost at least 50 per cent of income due to the… Read more »

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New Restrictions: Alberta Reduces Large Indoor Venue Capacity, Bans Dancing at Restaurants Effective December 24th

Alberta has unveiled new restrictions effective Christmas Eve to combat the rise of COVID-19 cases due to the rapidly spreading Omicron variant. The measures announced by Minister… Read more »

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Albertans 18+ Now Eligible to Book Appointments For COVID-19 Booster Doses

Alberta has expanded COVID-19 vaccine boosters to all Albertans aged 18 and older to curb the rapid spread of the Omicron variant fueled COVID-19 cases. Starting immediately,… Read more »

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Albertans 50+ & All Health-Care Workers Now Eligible to Book Appointments For COVID-19 Booster Doses

Alberta today announced residents aged 50+ are now eligible to book appointments for a booster dose of mRNA vaccine six months after receiving their second dose. All… Read more »