Edmonton 
Free Cinco de Mayo Celebration Returns to ICE District Plaza Monday
Edmonton’s ICE District Plaza will come alive with music, food, and dancing as part of a special Cinco de Mayo celebration on Monday, May 5. Organized by… Read more »
2025 Alberta Rib Fests: Get Smokin’ Hot Meats at These Cities and Towns
Nothing says summer like the aroma of sizzling gourmet meats on the fired-up, smoking hot grills! Get ready to enjoy the saucier meats this year across Alberta…. Read more »
Stanley Cup Playoffs 2025: Tailgate and Watch Parties at Edmonton’s ICE District
The Edmonton Oilers are gearing up for a thrilling Stanley Cup Playoff run, and the city’s ICE District is set to become the epicentre of all the… Read more »
Budweiser Releases Limited-Edition ‘Edmonton’ Can Honouring City of Champions
Budweiser Canada has introduced a limited-edition beer can celebrating Edmonton’s legacy as the “City of Champions.” The special release was brewed at Labatt’s Edmonton facility and launched… Read more »
Edmonton’s Rogers Place Debuts New Security Screening System
A new security screening system will be introduced at Rogers Place on April 9, coinciding with the Edmonton Oilers’ home game against the St. Louis Blues. The… Read more »
Chick-fil-A to Open New Edmonton Location on April 10
Chick-fil-A will open a new restaurant in Edmonton this week, its fourth in the city. The Meadows location will be operated by Jagdeep “Jag” Dhanju, a… Read more »
Alberta Distiller Wins Big at the 2025 World Whiskies Awards
The 2025 World Whiskies Awards recently concluded in London, England, and several Canadian companies won awards for their exceptional whiskies. GrainHenge Arrowwood Whisky by Troubled Monk, located… Read more »
Shania Twain Named 2025 Calgary Stampede Parade Marshal as Countdown Begins
With 100 days remaining until the 2025 Calgary Stampede, organizers have announced that Canadian music icon Shania Twain will serve as this year’s Parade Marshal. The Stampede… Read more »
New Income Tax Brackets: Albertans to See Tax Cuts in 2025
The Alberta government recently introduced legislation to implement personal income tax reductions as part of Budget 2025. The Financial Statutes Amendment Act, 2025, proposes a new 8%… Read more »
$250 Million Event Park to Transform Downtown Edmonton
The City of Edmonton, the Government of Alberta, and OEG Sports & Entertainment have reached an agreement to advance downtown revitalization efforts. The partnership includes developing a… Read more »
Feds Invest $2.9 Million to Expand Tourism in Alberta
The federal government is investing over $2.9 million in Alberta’s tourism industry to support projects that highlight the province’s landscapes, Indigenous experiences, and cultural attractions. The announcement… Read more »
Name the Puppy Contest 2025: RCMP Wants Your Help Naming Their New Puppies
The RCMP’s annual “Name the Puppy Contest” is back, and this year, it’s all about the letter A. Each year, the Police Dog Service Training Centre (PDSTC)… Read more »
Headliner Revealed For 2025 Edmonton Folk Music Festival
Are you looking forward to claiming your patch of grass on the hill at Gallagher Park to listen and move to the beat of chart-topping music-makers? The… Read more »
New Edmonton Restaurants to Checkout This Valentine’s Day
There are a few ways to get out this Valentine’s Day in Edmonton for a special meal. This date night could include a winter picnic in the… Read more »
Road & Trail Closures in Kananaskis for G7 Summit to Begin as Early as March 10
Canada will host the 2025 G7 Leaders’ Summit in Kananaskis from June 15 to 17, marking the 50th anniversary of the first G7 meeting. The G7 consists… Read more »
Groundhog Day 2025: Alberta’s Balzac Billy Predicts Early Spring
Alberta’s “groundhog,” Balzac Billy predicted early spring this morning. Legend has it that, on February 2nd, if the groundhog emerges from its burrow, and sees its shadow,… Read more »
Groundhog Day Alberta: Will Balzac Billy See His Shadow on Feb 2nd?
Did you know that Alberta has a weather-predicting “squirrel”? Alberta’s Groundhog Day weather predictor, Balzac Billy, resides in Balzac, 24km north of Calgary. Unlike most other Canadian… Read more »
Lainey Wilson Announces Whirlwind Tour: Here’s Where to See Her Live in Canada
Country music sensation Lainey Wilson is gearing up for her Whirlwind world tour, with multiple Canadian stops set for August and September. The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter will bring… Read more »
Smoke’s Poutinerie Opens in Edmonton
Smoke’s Poutinerie, known for its signature combination of fries, cheese curds, and gravy, has opened its first location in Edmonton. The establishment, located at 8111 104 Street… Read more »
Morgan Wallen Announces Edmonton and Toronto Stops on “I’m The Problem” Tour; Register Now For Tickets
Country singer Morgan Wallen has announced his 2025 “I’m The Problem” tour, a 10-city itinerary spanning 19 stadium performances. The tour begins on June 20 at NRG… Read more »
BASIN Glacial Waters: An All-Sensory Thermal Bathing Experience Coming to Lake Louise
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise has announced the upcoming opening of BASIN Glacial Waters, a luxury thermal bathing facility located on the shores of Lake Louise. Designed to… Read more »
Valentine’s Day 2025: IKEA Restaurants Offering 3-Course Dinner on Feb 14
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at IKEA with a delightful dinner at their Swedish restaurant locations across Canada. IKEA invites customers to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a special dining… Read more »
Most Popular Baby Names in Alberta – 2024
Alberta’s 2024 baby name rankings are out, and Olivia and Noah remain on top, cementing their status as parent favourites. Olivia has impressively held the top spot… Read more »
15,000+ Canadians Died Waiting For Health Care Last Year; Data Doesn’t Include Alberta, Quebec, and Newfoundland & Labrador
A report by SecondStreet.org reveals that at least 15,474 Canadians died in 2023-24 while waiting for surgeries or diagnostic scans. The data presented in the 2024 edition… Read more »