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Ski Resort Getaway: MagicBus Tours Offering Day Trips to Marmot Basin From Edmonton Begins November 15th
Edmonton residents seeking an easy skiing day trip to Jasper National Park’s Marmot Basin ski resort now have an enhanced option with MagicBus Tours’ regular weekend trips.
Oct 23: Bank of Canada Cuts Interest Rate to 3.75%
The Bank of Canada has lowered its policy interest rate by 50 basis points, bringing the target for the overnight rate to 3.75%. The Bank Rate is… Read more »
After the Wildfire: Explore Jasper National Park This Thanksgiving Weekend & Support Local Economy
After the devastation caused by past summer’s Jasper wildfire, many are wondering when the park will return to normal operations. While it may be a while until… Read more »
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 »
What to Expect at Halloween Jacks, Edmonton’s Newest Halloween Experience
Experience Halloween in a whole new way this month with Edmonton’s newest immersive experience and enter a world of Halloween Jack. The Halloween Jack’s Immersive Experience now… 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 »
New Edmonton Restaurants and Food Events to Savour This October
This fall, Edmonton can expect the arrival of some well-known American fast-food chains. Plus, beyond those new options in the city a few notable local eateries have… Read more »
Halloween Jacks: Edmonton Getting a Whimsical Halloween Attraction Featuring 3D Mazes and Pumpkin Discos
Halloween Jacks, created by the minds behind Pumpkins After Dark and Screamfest opens its doors at Edmonton City Centre West from October 4th to the 31st. This indoor venue operates every Thursday to Sunday, transforming the spooky season into an interactive, family-friendly experience.
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 17-18: When to See Tonight’s Partial Lunar Eclipse and Harvest Super Moon in Canada
Look up tonight to see a partial lunar eclipse. Tonight’s eclipse will be visible from all of Canada. The eclipse will last 246 minutes, with the partial eclipse for 64 minutes.
Observers looking at the Moon will be able to see a faint but distinct smudge on the moon’s disk during the duration of the umbral eclipse.
For those in Alberta and Saskatchewan, the moon will rise only after the penumbral eclipse begins, and western B.C. residents will miss out on the beginning of the partial eclipse.
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.
ChargeStop to Open Its First Canadian EV Station in Edmonton
ChargeStop Technologies Inc. is set to open Canada’s first electric vehicle (EV) charging station in Edmonton’s Strathcona neighbourhood. Opening at 8106 99 St. NW on September 12,… 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 »
7 Paintings: Immersive Dining Makes Its North American Debut in Edmonton
This September, the Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel will introduce the “7 Paintings” dining experience to North America for the first time, following its popular runs in Dubai and Germany.
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 »