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Drumheller to Attempt Guinness World Record For Largest Dinosaur Inflatable Gathering This April

The Dinosaur Capital of the World will be attempting to shatter the Guinness World Record for the most people dressed in inflatable dinosaur costumes. The town of… Read more »

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4 Canadian Companies Recognized Among World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere

Four Canadian companies were recognized as among the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethispere. The 2024 edition of the World’s Most Ethical Companies Honoree List has recognized… Read more »

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Experience the Otherworldly When Fort Edmonton Paranormal Tours Return This Sunday

Are you a fan of the paranormal and curious about the mysteries of the night? Do you want to delve deep into the shadows of Edmonton’s River… Read more »

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These Are the New Visa Rules For Mexicans Who Want to Visit Canada

In 2023, the number of asylum claims by Mexican citizens in Canada hit a record peak, stressing an already stretched asylum, housing, and social services system. A… Read more »

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10 Date Ideas For March in Edmonton

Things are starting to feel a bit more like spring in Edmonton. And with the new season starting to show, there are new ways to spend our… Read more »

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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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Edmonton’s New Restaurants and Food Festivals to Explore This March

Experience the newest cuisine in Edmonton through new restaurant openings and a couple of exciting dining events this March. Over the past few winter months, Edmonton has… 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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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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5 Places to Get Valentine’s Day Take Out in Edmonton

Making Valentine’s Day dinner plans can get stressful. But the planning can become much easier when you get someone else to cook or prepare the meals. These… 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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5 Things to Know About 2024’s Silver Skate Festival in Edmonton

No Hawrelak? No problem for the Silver Skate Festival of 2024! Among the important things to know about this year’s winter festival is the new location. In… Read more »

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Where to Get Valentine’s Special Sweets & Treats in Edmonton

Sweeten up any Valentine’s Day plans with these sweet, themed treats available in Edmonton. Whether you’re planning a dinner for one, a get together with friends, or… 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 »

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Wacky Red Bull Soapbox Race Coming to Edmonton This June; Participant Registration Now Open

A wild soapbox derby is coming to Edmonton this summer. Welcoming the summer festival season, Queen Elizabeth Park Road will host the thrilling Red Bull Soapbox Race… Read more »

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What to Expect at Edmonton’s Flying Canoë Volant Festival – 2024

Edmonton’s Flying Canoë Volant returns today complete with “flying canoe” races.   The festivities offer a distinctive outdoor winter experience, celebrating the spirit of long winter nights… 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 »