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TLC & Shaggy Plots Hot Summer Nights Tour Stops in Calgary, Edmonton & Toronto

Toronto, Calgary and Edmonton will play host to the legendary TLC and Shaggy on their Hot Summer Nights tour, celebrating 50 years of hip-hop. Multi-GRAMMY Award winning… Read more »

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Reservations For Parks Canada Campgrounds For Summer 2023 Season Opens Today

Are you going camping in Canada’s National Parks this summer? Reservations for summer camping in Parks Canada sites open today at 11:00 a.m. ET. Parks Canada follows… Read more »

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The Art of the Brick: World’s Largest LEGO Art Exhibit Coming to Edmonton

The Art of the Brick, a captivating exhibition featuring larger-than-life works of art made from over one million LEGO bricks, is coming to Edmonton. The latest exhibition… Read more »

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Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals 2023: These Are the Best Hospitals in Canada

Toronto General Hospital was selected as the 5th best hospital in the world by Newsweek. Presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the World’s Best Hospitals 2023 recognizes… Read more »

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2023 Filipino Restaurant Month in Canada Returns April 1

The Filipino Restaurant Month in Canada will be making its return in April 2023, celebrating the rich and varied cuisine of the Philippines, reflecting the country’s over… Read more »

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Final Shows Ever: KISS Coming to 9 Canadian Cities in November 2023; Presale March 6th

The iconic rock band KISS has just announced the “absolute final shows” of their final tour, THE END OF THE ROAD TOUR and they will be visiting… Read more »

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Parks Canada to Begin First-of-Its-Kind Caribou Conservation Breeding Program in Jasper

Parks Canada is pursuing a first-in-Canada caribou breeding program in Jasper National Park to rebuild the dwindling southern mountain caribou. To implement the caribou conservation breeding program,… Read more »

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Nickelback Plots Get Rollin’ Tour Across 7 Canadian Cities This Summer; Tickets on Sale Jan 27th

The rock band named the “most successful rock band of the decade” by Billboard, will be touring North America this summer. “How You Remind Me” singers announced… Read more »

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Ice Dragon Boat Festival to Debut at Sylvan Lake This February

Dragon boat racing on the frozen lake is debuting next month at Sylvan Lake. While ice dragon boat races have been taking place in the country for… Read more »

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Albertans Invited to Choose Water Feature Design of $20 Million Legislature Grounds Renovation

The provincial government is asking Albertans to help choose the design of a new water feature at the historic Legislature grounds. Alberta’s legislature grounds play host to… Read more »

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Get Ready to Apply For Alberta’s $600 Affordability Payments When Application Portal Opens on Jan 18th

Get your online account ready now to apply for $600 affordability payments when applications open on January 18th. Alberta today announced the details of how eligible residents… Read more »

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What to Know About Edmonton’s 2023 New Year’s Eve Celebrations Feat. Two Fireworks Shows

Edmonton will welcome the new year with two fireworks shows – one for families with little children and one for those who want to stay late to… Read more »