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Mud, Racing, Brews & Music: Extreme Mudfest Returns to Cold Lake For 2023 Edition

If you want to race on monster cars or in a mud-splashing race, head to Cold Lake, Alberta, for the Extreme MudFest. Canada’s Largest Mud and Music… Read more »

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Study: Canadian Airlines Top World’s Most Loved & Hated List

Love ’em or hate ’em, Canadians are the most passionate about airlines in the country, according to a new study by S Money, a currency exchange service… Read more »

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The Great Canadian Baking Show Hosting Walk-In Auditions in Edmonton, Winnipeg, Montreal and Halifax

Do you have a passion for baking and a desire to showcase your skills on national television? The Great Canadian Baking Show is now casting for season… Read more »

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These Are Alberta’s Top Baby Names For 2022

192 Olivias and 229 Noah were born in Alberta in 2022. 48,225 baby births were registered in Alberta last year including 24,781 boys and 23,437 girls. According… Read more »

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Elks, Grizzlies, Polar Bears & Wasps: Wild Animals Most Likely to Attack You in Each Province of Canada

The second-largest country in the world covering over 9.98 million square kilometres is home to a variety of wildlife from narwhals to polar bears. With increasing urban… Read more »

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Alberta Investing $4 Million to Upgrade Edmonton’s Citadel Theatre

Alberta’s government is investing in the arts and culture scene of the province by allocating funds for the renewal project of the Citadel Theatre in Edmonton. The… Read more »

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Alberta Craft Council Hosting Snow Sculpting Workshop This Family Day Weekend

What are your plans this Family Day weekend? If you want to do something unique alone, with friends or as a late Valentine’s Day celebration, register for… Read more »

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WestJet Adds More U.S. Destinations From Alberta, Vancouver and Winnipeg

Twenty new routes and three new destinations have been added to WestJet’s 2023 summer schedule. This includes new non-stop service to Washington Dulles, Detroit and Minneapolis, with… Read more »

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Top Reasons to Head to Edmonton’s Silver Skate Festival This Weekend

Edmonton’s annual Silver Skate Festival begins today! And as always, the event offers numerous reasons to attend. The best part about Silver Skate Festival is that everything… Read more »

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Feed a Rat or Mealworm Named After Your Ex to Edmonton Zoo Animals This Valentine’s Day

Are you feeling low and blue as Valentine’s Day approaches because of a certain someone? Valley Zoo Development Society has a brilliant idea to help you get… Read more »

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10 Free Date Ideas in Edmonton For Valentine’s Day

Creating a memorable Valentine’s Day doesn’t need to involve breaking the bank. In fact, you can enjoy several free things to do this Edmonton on Valentine’s Day…. Read more »

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Poll: Most Canadian Football Fans Prefer to Watch Super Bowl Than Grey Cup

With one of the biggest sporting spectacles in North America taking place this weekend, Angus Reid Institute has released a study which finds that most Canadian football… Read more »

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5 Winter Activities at Lesser Slave Lake Provincial Park

Lesser Slave Lake Provincial Park takes up a small portion of the lake’s expansive shores. The park is on the northeast edge of Lesser Slave Lake, with… Read more »

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Feb 13 to 20: Get Free Soufflé Pancakes at Fuwa Fuwa Locations

Fuwa Fuwa is celebrating National Pancake Day by giving away their signature soufflé pancakes. In celebration of National Pancake Day on February 21, Fuwa Fuwa, is giving… Read more »

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Sweet Treats & Latte Festival: Satisfy Your Cravings at These Delectable Edmonton Cafes and Bakeries

From February 4th to 20th, coffee shops, bakeries, and restaurants at Edmonton’s Old Strathcona will offer indulgent treats and delicious lattes. During the third edition of the… Read more »

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Groundhog Day 2023: Alberta’s Balzac Billy Predicts Early Spring

Alberta’s “groundhog,” Balzac Billy predicted early spring today morning. Legend has it that, on February 2nd, if the groundhog emerges from its burrow, and sees its shadow,… Read more »

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20 of the Best Sports Bars and Restaurants in Edmonton to Watch the Next Big Game

Watching the game at home isn’t quite the same as being among fellow fans. Among Edmonton’s sports bars, you will find space for enjoying all the major… Read more »

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West Edmonton Mall’s Iconic Mindbender Roller Coaster Will No Longer Thrill Riders

Mindbender, billed as the world’s largest indoor triple-loop roller coaster, will be removed from Galaxyland Amusement Park, West Edmonton Mall announced yesterday. Mindbender, designed by Germany’s Werner… Read more »

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Calgary’s Great Outdoors Comedy Festival Announces 2023 Headliners; Tickets on Sale Feb 3rd

The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival which debuted in Calgary last year is returning to the city for its second edition this summer. Taking place in August at… Read more »

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Alberta Freezes Auto Insurance Increase; Premium Payments Now Available Through Installments

Alberta is freezing insurance rate increases for private passenger vehicles until the end of this year, the provincial government announced today. The government will also require insurance… Read more »

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25 of the Best Things to Do in Alberta This February

February might be the coldest month of winter in Alberta. But it is also the liveliest winter month in Alberta. There will be winter festivals and celebrations… Read more »

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WEM Hosting Resort Night Feat. Fire Shows at World Waterpark on Valentine’s Day

What are your plans for this Valentine’s Day? If you live in or around Alberta Capital Region, consider heading to West Edmonton Mall to enjoy a resort-themed… Read more »

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These are Canada’s Best Employers of 2023 According to Forbes

Forbes list of Canada’s Best Employers of 2023 is out.   Forbes and Statista ranked 2900 organizations with more than 500 employees in Canada and selected 300 best… Read more »

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Best Places to Eat in Alberta in 2023 According to Yelp

Yelp has released its latest list of the best 100 places to eat in Canada. The eighth annual list which features incredible spots from coast to coast… Read more »