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The Wainwright Bisons are one of the most successful Junior B hockey teams in eastern Alberta. Based in the Town of Wainwright, they compete in the North Eastern Alberta Junior B Hockey League (NEAJBHL) and play their home games at the Peace Memorial Multiplex. If …
Yes — for a lot of people. Especially young families, first-time buyers, and anyone who wants more house and yard than they can comfortably afford in Calgary while still staying close to the city and the airport. It is not perfect, though. Rapid growth has …
Lacombe is only about 25–27 km (15–17 miles) north of Red Deer. The typical drive takes 24–27 minutes under normal conditions. That’s close enough that many people live in one and work or shop in the other without thinking twice about it. Here’s the clear, …
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 …
If you live in Alberta and don’t have workplace benefits (or you’re about to lose them), you’ve probably heard of Alberta Blue Cross. It’s the main player for supplementary health coverage in the province — both the government-run programs and their own personal plans. This …
Calgary has long been a magnet for people seeking a better balance between quality of life and cost. But with shifting housing markets, cooling rents, and economic changes, many Canadians — especially from Ontario and BC — are asking: Is Calgary still affordable in 2026? …
Alberta separatism reasons are front and center as the province prepares for the October 19, 2026 referendum. The ballot question asks whether Alberta should remain part of Canada or begin the legal process for a binding separation vote. While recent polls show support for separation …
Alberta’s healthcare system faces real pressures — long emergency room waits, specialist delays, and varying patient experiences across the province. If you’ve ever wondered who keeps an eye on quality and how your care measures up, Health Quality Alberta (HQA) is the key organization providing …
The Alberta Seniors Benefit offers monthly, non-taxable financial assistance to help low-income seniors aged 65 and older cover basic living expenses like rent, utilities, groceries, and more. With important updates taking effect in July 2026, many Alberta seniors and their families are looking for clear …
If you’ve typed “is Lloydminster in Alberta?” into Google, you’re not alone. This quirky Canadian city straddles the Alberta-Saskatchewan border like no other place in the country. It’s officially part of both provinces, with a single municipal government serving one community. For Albertans considering a …