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 »
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 »
Joey Moss Park: Edmonton Names Park After Beloved Resident
Edmonton is naming a park in southwest Edmonton to honour Joey Moss, the late locker room attendant of Edmonton Oilers. The City’s Naming Committee approved the naming… Read more »
6 Ways to Making the Most of Glow YEG – Edmonton’s Festival of Lights
Have you been to Edmonton’s indoor Glow Festival of Lights, yet? There are more than a few ways to enjoy Edmonton’s indoor Glow Festival of Lights. At… Read more »
Edmonton to Welcome 2022 With New Year’s Eve Midnight Fireworks
New year’s eve fireworks will light up Edmonton skies this December 31st. The 2022 new year’s eve fireworks display by the city of Edmonton will not be… Read more »
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 »
Alberta: These Are the New Social Gathering Restrictions For 2021-22 Holiday Season
Alberta has announced modest changes to social gathering restrictions for the holiday season. The province has retained the maximum number of people who can gather indoor at… Read more »
Albertans Can Get Free COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Testing Kits Starting Dec. 17
Alberta is expanding rapid testing program in the face of the new COVID-19 variant, Omicron. The province is providing free testing kits to all Albertans starting December… Read more »
Calgary-Banff Rail Project Enters Design Phase, Hopes For Operation by 2025
Calgary Airport – Banff Rail (CABR) project has officially entered the design phase. Liricon Capital Ltd. (Liricon) and Plenary Americas have submitted an Enhanced Unsolicited Proposal to… Read more »
Canadian First: Edmonton International Airport Launches Drone Delivery Operation
Edmonton International Airport (EIA) has become the first airport to launch a drone delivery operation from within an airport. According to the news release, Drone Delivery Canada’s… Read more »
YEGICE: You Can Now Register For Ice Climbing Classes as Edmonton Ice Wall Returns For 2021-22 Winter Season
Get ready to climb Edmonton’s one and only ice climbing facility operated in the beautiful river valley with the view of Edmonton downtown.
Edmonton Releases Schedule For Opening Outdoor Skating Rinks; Victoria Park Iceway to Open on December 4th
The City of Edmonton has released the schedule for opening outdoor skating rinks for 2021-22 winter season. Currently, there are no capacity restrictions on ice surfaces. The… Read more »
Eau Claire Distillery Launches Calgary Flames Collector’s Edition Rupert’s Whisky
Alberta’s award-winning distillery has launched a limited-edition whisky just in time for the holiday season. Winner of two golds at the 2021 SIP Awards and gold at… Read more »
You Can Now Download Alberta Vaccine Passport With QR Code For International Travel
Alberta has updated its vaccine passport with the QR code that meets the recommended Canadian standard for domestic and international travel. This updated vaccine passport is now… Read more »
Albertans 60+ Eligible to Book Appointments For COVID-19 Booster Doses Starting Dec. 2
Alberta announced that residents aged 60+ can book appointments for a booster dose of mRNA vaccine six months after receiving their second dose starting December 2nd. Booster… Read more »
Alberta to Restrict Use of Photo Radar to Ensure Safety, Not Revenue
Alberta government is restricting the use of automated traffic enforcement by putting the onus on municipalities to justify each location where photo radar is deployed starting April… Read more »
Alberta Confirms First Case of Omicron COVID-19 Variant
Alberta has confirmed a case of the new COVID-19 variant of concern, Omicron, in a person who travelled from Nigeria and the Netherlands. Dr. Deena Hinshaw says… Read more »
Alberta Legislature Grounds Lights: 2021 ‘Celebrate The Season’ Light Up on December 2nd
You can soon enjoy twinkling lights at the Alberta Legislature grounds as the official light-up ceremony is set for December 2nd. Every year, Alberta’s Legislature grounds are… Read more »
Alberta: Vaccine Record Website With New Travel QR Code Was Taken Down Due to Possible Privacy Breach
Alberta says there might have been a privacy breach in the province’s vaccine record site. Alberta in a news release stated, “a technical issue on the website… Read more »
Restrictions Exemption Program: Alberta Ski Hills Can Operate Outdoor Areas Without COVID-19 Vaccine Proof Starting Nov. 29th
Alberta has updated its Restrictions Exemption Program guidelines to allow ski hills to operate outdoor areas without implementing REP requirements starting Nov. 29. Restrictions Exemption Program requires some… Read more »
Canada Post Celebrates Incredible Margaret Atwood With a New Stamp
Canada Post has released a new stamp honouring Margaret Atwood – one of the most successful and admired writers Canada has ever known. Ottawa-born Margaret Atwood has… Read more »
Alberta to Open COVID-19 Vaccine Bookings For Kids Aged Five to Eleven on Nov. 24th
Alberta parents and caregivers can book Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine appointments for children aged five to eleven starting November 24th 8:00 a.m. Alberta will receive more than 394,000… Read more »
Alberta Opens COVID-19 Vaccine Registration For Children Aged Five to Eleven
Alberta parents and guardians can now pre-register their children aged five to eleven for the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. Health Canada today approved the Pfizer vaccine to be… Read more »
Muttart Conservatory’s Poinsettia and Gift Sale Returns Next Week
Poinsettias are a classic marker of the holidays, and this beautiful event is a great opportunity to pick a few up! Muttart Conservatory will have several different… Read more »