Central Alberta 
Largest Equine Expo in Canada Returns to Red Deer This Weekend
Giddy up for three days of equine-filled fun with clinics, presentations, exhibitors, entertainment, beautiful horses, and more. Horse Expo Canada returns to Red Deer’s Westerner Park from… Read more »
2026 Spring Carnivals and Summer Fairs in Alberta For a Fun Family Day Out
Let’s get spinning and have a blast at the carnival! Alberta is getting into the carnival spirit with the arrival of various midway companies that will take… Read more »
Celebrate Spring Migration at Snow Goose Festival Near Edmonton; Tickets Now on Sale
The Alberta skies are about to be filled with the sights and sounds of thousands of migrating birds. The birds are returning from their winter vacations in… Read more »
Parks Canada Confirms 2026 Alcohol Ban Periods for Banff Campgrounds, Full List Released
Parks Canada has set out this year’s restriction dates for alcohol and cannabis use in Banff National Park, along with a detailed list of affected campgrounds. Per… Read more »
New Legislation Could Put Alberta Whisky Alongside Bourbon and Scotch
Alberta is looking to give its whisky a clearer identity, one that ties it firmly to the province where it is made. The provincial government has introduced… Read more »
20 Things to Do During Spring in Alberta
As the temperatures warm up during Spring in Alberta, the province begins to open up with more to do, more to see, and more reasons for getting… Read more »
Shake Shack Heads West with First Alberta Restaurant in Calgary
Shake Shack is making its first move into Western Canada this spring. The burger chain confirmed it will open its first Alberta location this spring at CF… Read more »
Got a “B” Name? RCMP Launches National Puppy Naming Contest
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police is turning to kids across the country for help naming its next generation of police dogs. The RCMP’s Police Dog Service Training… Read more »
Muhammad to Aurora: Alberta’s Top Baby Names in 2025
Olivia and Noah continue to dominate Alberta’s baby name charts, according to the province’s newly released 2025 list. Olivia has now held the top spot for girls… Read more »
Free Admission to Alberta’s Provincial Historic Sites and Museums on Family Day
Enjoy free admission at select Alberta museums and historic sites on Monday, February 16, 2026. The Family Day weekend also marks the first of two annual Family… Read more »
2026 Family Day Long Weekend in Alberta: Events, Festivals & Activities
From signature festivals to racing on ice, vibrant celebrations of francophone culture and free admission to Alberta Museums on family day, there are plenty of fun activities to enjoy this family day weekend across Alberta.
Groundhog Day 2026: Alberta’s Balzac Billy Predicts More Winter
Alberta’s “groundhog,” Balzac Billy, predicted a long winter or in groundhog terms, “six more weeks of winter,” this morning. Legend has it that, on February 2nd, if… Read more »
Alberta’s Best Employers For 2026
As Alberta continues to add people and jobs at a pace unmatched elsewhere in the country, many of the province’s leading employers are responding by investing more… Read more »
Canada’s Population Could Hit 57 Million, With Alberta Surpassing B.C.
A new set of population projections from Statistics Canada suggests Canada’s demographic map could look noticeably different in the decades ahead, with Alberta poised to pass British… Read more »
Alberta Again Leads Provinces in CFIB’s 2026 Red Tape Rankings
Alberta is once again leading the country when it comes to cutting red tape. The province earned the top overall grade in the Canadian Federation of Independent… Read more »
Bank of Canada Keeps Interest Rate at 2.25% as Economic Uncertainty Persists
The Bank of Canada has decided to hold its key interest rate steady, keeping the policy rate at 2.25% as the country navigates uneven economic conditions at… Read more »
Alberta Rolls Out Online Dashboard Tracking Health System Performance
Alberta has launched a new online health system dashboard designed to give the public regular access to performance data across the province’s health care system. The dashboard… Read more »
WestJet Cancels Tighter Seat Layout After Passenger Complaints
WestJet is scrapping a recently introduced economy-seat configuration that added an extra row on some aircraft, a move that reduced legroom for passengers. The airline said it… Read more »
National Popcorn Days 2026 at Cineplex Theatres: You Can Get Free Popcorn This Weekend – Jan 16 to 19
Cineplex is bringing back National Popcorn Days with an expanded offer that runs for four days in January, giving Scene+ members a chance to receive free popcorn… Read more »
When to Book Parks Canada Campgrounds for Summer 2026
Are you going camping in Canada’s National Parks this summer? Mark these dates on your calendar and reserve the Parks Canada campgrounds you want to stay in… Read more »
What’s New on Starbucks’ Winter Menu: Dubai Chocolate Drinks, Protein Matcha, and Seasonal Treats
Starbucks is starting the year by adjusting its menu to reflect how many customers ease back into routine after the holidays. The winter lineup blends familiar flavours… Read more »
Best Winter Festivals in Alberta – 2026
A list of must-do Alberta festivals celebrating all things Winter.
List of 2026 Statutory Holidays in Alberta
Alberta has nine statutory holidays. Statutory holidays are days when employees are entitled to general holiday pay if they have worked for the same employer for at… Read more »
Polar Bear Dips in Alberta – 2026
Plunge into cold Alberta waters and support a worthy cause by participating in a Polar Bear Plunge.
A list of eleven places to enjoy a chilling experience in Alberta.