Festival of Trees Red Deer 2026: Complete Guide to Dates, Tickets & What to Expect

Festival of Trees Red Deer 2026 decorated Christmas trees in the Tree Room at Westerner Park

Looking for the perfect way to kick off the holiday season in Central Alberta? The Festival of Trees Red Deer is one of the most loved local traditions for a reason. For more than three decades, families have headed to Westerner Park every late November …

Inglewood Night Market 2026: Dates, Parking Tips & What to Expect in Calgary

Inglewood Night Market in Calgary with local vendors, food trucks and evening lights

Looking for a free, low-key summer night out in Calgary that still feels special? The Inglewood Night Market is one of the city’s longest-running and most reliable options. It takes over a stretch of 10th Avenue SE with local makers, food trucks, live music, and …

Morro Slabs Jasper: Complete Beginner Climbing Guide (Routes, Approach & Safety)

Morro Slabs limestone climbing area beside the Athabasca River in Jasper National Park

If you’re looking for an easy introduction to outdoor rock climbing in Jasper National Park, Morro Slabs is one of the best places to start. These low-angle limestone slabs sit right beside the Athabasca River, about 20 km east of the town of Jasper. The …

Wabasso Lake Hike in Jasper National Park: Complete Guide (2026 Update)

Wabasso Lake trailhead parking area on the Icefields Parkway near Jasper

Looking for a quieter lake hike near Jasper that still delivers mountain views, wildlife, and a peaceful shoreline without the crowds of Valley of the Five Lakes? Wabasso Lake is that trail. Located just south of town on the Icefields Parkway, this moderate out-and-back route …

Queen Mary’s Market Edmonton: Hours, Vendors, Food & What to Expect at YEG’s Largest Indoor Market

Queen Mary’s Market exterior in Edmonton

Looking for a classic Edmonton weekend activity that works rain or shine? Queen Mary’s Market is the city’s largest indoor market — a sprawling 43,000-square-foot space packed with more than 130 vendors, five restaurants, and the kind of random treasures you only find at a …

Banff 3 Day Itinerary 2026: Realistic Plan from Calgary

Banff Avenue with Cascade Mountain in the background – starting point of a Banff 3 day itinerary

A solid Banff 3 day itinerary is all most people need if they plan it properly. Not enough time to see everything in the park, but more than enough to hit the main highlights without spending the whole trip in traffic or lineups. This Banff …

3-Day Jasper Itinerary 2026: What’s Actually Open After the Wildfires

Maligne Lake with Spirit Island on a clear day during a 3-day Jasper itinerary in 2026

Looking for a realistic Jasper itinerary in 2026? This guide is built around what is actually open right now. The 2024 wildfire changed parts of the park, but Jasper National Park remains one of the most beautiful places in Alberta. Some classic spots are closed …

Valley of the Five Lakes Jasper: Complete 2026 Hiking Guide (Post-Fire Update)

Valley of the Five Lakes Jasper turquoise lakes and mountain views after the 2024 wildfire

Looking for the definitive guide to the Jasper Valley of the Five Lakes? The Valley of the Five Lakes Jasper trail is open again. After nearly two years of closure following the 2024 Jasper wildfire, this classic short hike just south of town reopened on …

Edmonton Catholic School Calendar 2026-2027: Official Dates, Holidays & Year-Round Schedule

Edmonton Catholic school calendar 2026-2027 with key dates, holidays and breaks

Looking for the Edmonton Catholic school calendar for the upcoming year? Here’s a clear guide to the 2026-2027 school year so Edmonton families can plan childcare, vacations, and work schedules with confidence. The Edmonton Catholic School Division (ECSD) has released the official dates. Below you’ll …