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From Lavender to Strawberry Rose: Spring Season Menu Now Available at Good Earth Coffeehouse

Good Earth Coffeehouse has introduced its new lineup of spring beverages and treats. The collection is inspired by the season, featuring items such as the hot and… Read more »

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Living Expenses Vs. Home Prices: Canadian Cities Where Houses Remain Affordable

In recent years, families across Canada have been facing an uphill battle to meet their basic living costs due to rising prices for necessities like groceries, housing,… Read more »

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10 Trip Ideas For Easter Weekend Getaway in Alberta

Easter, or the start of spring: no matter which one you’re celebrating at the end of March, the celebrations may call for a weekend getaway in Alberta…. Read more »

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‘Carbon Tax’ Rebates 2024/25: Eligible Canadians Will Receive Increased Payments Starting April

The federal government has announced the Canada Carbon Rebate amounts for 2024-25, formerly known as the Climate Action Incentive Payment. Canada Carbon Rebate are paid out to… Read more »

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New Heritage Minute Honours CFL Hall of Famer and Alberta’s 16th Lieutenant-Governor Norman Kwong

The Heritage Minutes series, a hallmark of Canadian culture since its inception in 1991, has added a new bilingual short film to its collection, spotlighting the life… Read more »

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Groundhog Day 2024: Alberta’s Balzac Billy Predicts Six More Weeks of Winter

Alberta’s “groundhog,” Balzac Billy, predicted six more weeks of winter this morning. Legend has it that, on February 2nd, if the groundhog emerges from its burrow and… Read more »

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Eligible Albertans to Get AISH and Income Support Payments Earlier

Alberta government has revised the payment schedule for the Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) and Income Support programs. Starting in March 2024, beneficiaries of these… Read more »

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17 Bucket List Winter Adventures in Alberta

New winter adventures are around every corner in Alberta. From north to south and east to west are unique, memorable, or exhilarating winter experiences. Some include activities… Read more »

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These Are Canada’s Best 100 Places to Eat in 2024

Yelp has unveiled its ninth annual list of Canada’s Top 100 Places to Eat in 2024, a compilation based on community recommendations. Topping the list is Chen… Read more »

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15 Alberta Lakes to Visit For Winter Adventures

Alberta’s lakes aren’t only meant for summer visits. When the cold hits and waters freeze around the province, a whole new category of recreation opens in Alberta…. Read more »

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List of Extreme Cold Records Set in Alberta – Jan 11 to 15, 2024

Last weekend, Alberta experienced a severe cold snap, shattering multiple long-standing low-temperature records. The intense Arctic air front, which commenced on Thursday, led to the setting of… Read more »

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Population Trap: All Good Things Have Their Limits Says National bank Asking Ottawa to Slow Immigration

All good things have their limits, says National Bank of Canada economists in a special Economics and Strategy report. The report by Stéfane Marion and Alexandra Ducharme… Read more »

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Pollution Price Rebate Jan 15th: Here is How Much Eligible Canadians Will Receive as 1st CAIP of 2024

On January 15, 2024, Canadian residents in provinces subject to the federal fuel charge will receive their first Climate Action Incentive payment (CAIP) of the year, a… Read more »

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Adventures at Maligne Canyon During Winter – Ice Walk to Frozen Waterfall, Hike & Climb

During the winter in Jasper National Park, Maligne Canyon is an awe-inspiring sight thanks to its deep walls and snow and ice coverage. If you plan a… Read more »

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10 Ideas For Romantic Winter Getaways in Alberta

Find romance this winter in Alberta with several different getaway ideas. These romantic winter vacations in Alberta are perfect for Valentine’s Day, the adjacent weekends, or the… Read more »

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Top 100 Restaurants in Canada to Eat Healthy According to OpenTable

The most popular restaurant reservation platform, OpenTable, has released the list of Top 100 restaurants in Canada, renowned for their healthy offerings.   According to the platform,… Read more »

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2024 Income Tax Brackets, CPP, TFSA and RRSP Limits and Other Changes That Will Affect Your Finances

If your New Year’s resolution is to save money, begin with budget planning by focusing on your net income. The rise in income tax brackets, TFSA and… Read more »

Santa Claus and His Zero-Emission Sleigh Cleared For Travel in Canadian Airspace

Santa Claus and His Zero-Emission Sleigh Cleared For Travel in Canadian Airspace

Justin Trudeau tells Minister of Transport, “Pablo, what are you doing? You don’t have to deliver the presents yourself.” “Come on, leave that to Santa… that’s his… Read more »

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10 Ways to Spend Christmas Holidays in Jasper

There’s no place like the Rocky Mountains for the holidays and in a place like Jasper, there are festive holiday activities around every corner, on top of… Read more »

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Alberta Increasing Property Damage Collision Reporting Threshold

Alberta is implementing a significant change to streamline reporting procedures for vehicle collisions. Starting January 1, the threshold for reporting property damage from collisions to law enforcement… Read more »

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AutoTrader: Most Popular Cars in Canada 2023

The latest data from AutoTrader, Canada’s popular automotive marketplace, presents an intriguing snapshot of Canadian vehicle preferences in 2023, a year characterized by economic volatility and unprecedentedly… Read more »

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Indigenous-Owned Shops & Markets in Alberta For Unique Christmas & Holiday Gifts

Giving handmade gifts can make the holidays a little more special.

Shop Alberta’s numerous Indigenous-owned shops and businesses to find handmade or locally made gifts for everyone on your list.

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Highest in Spending, Last in Surgical Wait Times – How Canada Compares to Other Universal Health Care Countries

A recent study by the Fraser Institute, a non-partisan Canadian think tank, reveals concerning statistics about Canada’s health care system in comparison to other high-income countries with… Read more »

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25 Winter Adventures in Jasper National Park

Surrounded by the spectacular Rocky Mountains, Jasper National Park offers unlimited recreational opportunities during winter — it’s the perfect destination for any outdoor or indoor activity. Whether… Read more »