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Rocking R Guest Ranch: Western Themed Getaway Near Calgary

Are you in search of a Western-style ranch retreat close to Calgary? Consider exploring the Rocking R Guest Ranch located in Wheatland County. You can opt to… Read more »

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National Rent Report July 2023: Average Rent in Calgary Crosses $2000; Alberta Leads Rent Growth

Average rents in Canada have reached a record high, with the average monthly rent hitting $2,042 in June, surpassing the previous record set in November by 0.9… Read more »

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5 Ideas For an Alberta Getaway This Weekend – July 14 to 16

Say so long to wherever home is this coming weekend! During mid-July in Alberta, there are many reasons to get out of town and make the most… Read more »

Calgary Stampede Flips Its Way into Guinness World Records

Calgary Stampede Flips Its Way into Guinness World Records

Yesterday was a flapjack-filled fiesta at the Calgary Stampede Tim Hortons Family Day. Attendees were treated to a free pancake breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m., a… Read more »

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Terminally Ill Alberta Mom Sues Starbucks For Wrongful Termination

Lisa Pedersen, a former Starbucks Canada shift supervisor, is suing the global coffee chain for wrongful termination. Pedersen, who is battling a terminal blood cancer alleges that… Read more »

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Picnics in Edmonton: Places Offering Picnic Kits and Luxury Picnic Companies

It is time to plan your first picnic of the summer, and the first thing on your mind should be the food; what is a picnic without some tasty treats, after all? Here are some places to get picnic food, luxury picnic services in Edmonton.

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Explore Sturgeon River in Glow-in-the-Dark Kayaks From St. Albert

Did you know that you can explore Sturgeon River on glow-in-the-dark kayaks?   Edmonton Kayaks (Illuminated Escapes) which rented transparent kayaks from Sir Wilfred Laurier Park in… Read more »

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Five Alberta Getaways For This Weekend: July 7-9, 2023

There are some exciting ways you can spend the upcoming weekend in Alberta while getting away from home. Pick from festivals, unique vacation rentals, campgrounds, and glamp… Read more »

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Balloon Rides, Plane and Helicopter Tours in Alberta

There is a lot to see in Alberta: forests, lakes, rivers, mountains, desert, badlands, sand dunes, and all the cityscapes. So why not see as much as… Read more »

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Glamping Resorts: New Ways to Stay at Alberta’s Castle Provincial Park

Castle Provincial Park is a favourite camping spot for many Albertans. The Rocky Mountain Park is located west of Lethbridge on Highway 1 and covers foothills, mountains,… Read more »

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Canada Needs More Grocery Competition, Here are the Highlights of Competition Bureau Report

Fostering more grocery competition is essential for Canada’s economy and the well-being of consumers says Competition Bureau in their Retail Grocery Market Study Report. Competition Bureau says… Read more »

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What to Know: Eligible Alberta Drivers Now Automatically Exits Graduated Driver Licence Program

Alberta drivers on Graduated Driver’s Licensing program will automatically exit the program to a non-GDL licence. The initiative aims to save young drivers $154 as they transition… Read more »

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What’s On This Summer at Edmonton’s ICE District

Fan Park does not close with the end of the Oilers hockey season. The Summer SolstICE Event Series is scheduled to keep the party going in the… Read more »

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Taste the Unconventional: K-Days Unveils 2023 Midway Foods

Edmonton’s signature summer carnival has announced this year’s wacky Midway foods. The New Midway Foods section features a range of gourmet treats, comfort foods, and novel creations. … Read more »

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Experience the Vibrancy of Métis Culture at Alberta Métis Fest This Weekend

The Meìtis Nation of Alberta is gearing up for the fifth annual Alberta Metis Fest, from June 23 to June 24. This two-day event in Smoky Lake… Read more »

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14 of the 50 Largest Cities in Canada Where Renters Can Afford to Buy a Starter Home

Only Regina, Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon, and Winnipeg meet the criteria of the right income, right home price and high market share of starter homes, says Point2Homes.com, a… Read more »

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Alberta to Continue Pausing Collection of Fuel Tax Until Dec 31, 2023

Albertans can continue to save 13 cents per litre every time they fill up their vehicles until the end of 2023 as the Cabinet and Treasury Board… Read more »

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Suspension Bridges to Cross in Alberta

In Alberta, you can find four stunning suspension bridges which lead to equally beautiful views. AND, if you looking for scenic bridges, you can find a few… Read more »

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5 Ideas For an Alberta Getaway This Weekend – June 16 to18

Spend your last official spring weekend getting out of the city or away from home. Alberta is a treasure trove of things to do during June. You… Read more »

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Daniel Caesar to Visit Eight Canadian Cities on Superpowers World Tour This Fall

Grammy Award-winning artist Daniel Caesar has announced the second leg of his highly anticipated Superpowers World Tour, set to take place in the United States and Canada…. Read more »

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10 Brewery Tours in Edmonton

Edmonton’s brewing and distilling scenes sure have grown in recent years. And it continues to grow, with a new brewery each year or so! Luckily, there are… Read more »

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Danielle Smith Unveils New Alberta Cabinet

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has unveiled her new cabinet, consisting of 25 members, which is a slight reduction from the previous 27. Per the news release, the… Read more »

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Goat Haunt: Waterton Lakes and Glacier National Parks Open for Cross-Border Exploration

Waterton Lakes National Park and Glacier National Park have announced the reopening of cross-border travel for the 2023 season. Starting June 24, 2023, the Goat Haunt area… Read more »

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5 Ideas For an Alberta Getaway This Weekend – June 9 to11

The summer fun kicks off this weekend in June! This is when the summer festival season starts to get going in Alberta. Below are some ideas on… Read more »