What a Country Christmas Was Like in the 1950s
After the chores were done, family fun, lots of food and good cheer took centre stage.
In One Hour, the Temperature in This Alberta Town Rose 40 Degrees
The Chinook wind on January 10, 1962, set the stage for the most extreme temperature change in Canadian history.
How Cree Code Talkers From Alberta Helped Win the Second World War
Coded messages based on the Cree language made it difficult for the enemy to monitor and decipher Allied transmissions during...
Immersed in Alberta’s Natural Beauty
Exploring the prairie grasslands of the Kleskun Hill Natural Area.
The Fascinating Story Behind Every Provincial Flower
How well do you know your Canadian history? Find out which gorgeous floral emblem represents your home province or territory,...
Welcome to Veteran, Alberta: Home of the Big Poppy
Find out how this friendly Prairie village got its name, and the incredible story of its very own war veteran,...
How the Yellowhead Highway Helped Unite Western Canada
The fascinating origins of the 3,500-kilometre route that now spans four provinces and dozens of beautiful parks.
A Week Out West
This Manitoba couple embarked on a celebratory vacation through Western Canada’s peaks and valleys.
Western Splendour: A Photographic Tour of the Canadian West
Celebrating the natural beauty of Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia.
This is Where You’ll Find Canada’s Largest Baseball Glove
The mammoth mitt was one of many special stops on a day trip shared by two women and their granddaughters.
Inspired Day Trips Beyond Banff
Exploring the areas around the famous resort town proved to be an eye-opening and memorable experience.
How Vibrant Murals Keep This Small Prairie Town’s Roots Alive
The enormous works of art draw visitors from across the country, but they're more than mere decoration.
This Renovation of a Historic 1920s Property is Nothing Short of Inspiring
A husband and wife team saw potential in the dated remains of Lethbridge, Alberta's Pacific Grocery Store.
What It Was Like Living in Edmonton in the 1940s
Although much has changed, the memories of our old house on Edmonton’s 92nd Street will never fade.
It’s Official—Kevin Costner Will Be This Year’s Calgary Stampede Parade Marshal
...But he's not the first celebrity to add Hollywood sparkle to the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth.
10 Shots That Will Make You Want to Pack Your Bags For Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Our Canada’s web editor recently took the trip of a lifetime on board the legendary Rocky Mountaineer. One of the...
Home Is Where the Horse Is
A lifelong love of equines runs in this Alberta family.
40 Incredible Things To Do in Calgary
Calgary’s got more to offer than cold winters and cowboys. In fact, the largest city in Alberta boasts some of...
Exploring the Beauty of Western Canada in an RV
Carolyn Meldrum and her husband Dave used to talk about the idea of visiting western Canada. They finally found the...
10 Picture-Perfect Moments Onboard Rocky Mountaineer
Venturing deep into the some of the most stunning scenery in the world, a journey onboard the luxurious Rocky Mountaineer...
Band on the Run: Photographing the Wild Horses of Alberta
For more than 250 years, Sundre, Alberta, has been home to roaming wild horses, known as “the Wildies.”
Seasonal Changes: This is What Late Fall Looks Like in Western Canada
We may not always welcome winter with open arms, but there’s no denying the beauty of late fall. These fantastic...
A Love Letter to Wabasca
While the small Northern Alberta hamlet is figuring out its future, the birds and animals will always come back to...
The Secret of Wild Bill Peyto’s Cabin
If you've been to Banff National Park, you've seen the face of Wild Bill Peyto staring out from the welcome...
What It’s Really Like Travelling Through the Canadian Rockies Onboard Rocky Mountaineer
Considering splurging on Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf service? Here's what you can expect from upgrading onboard the legendary train trip through...
10 Awe Inspiring Views of the Canadian Rockies
It’s impossible to make the Canadian Rockies look anything less than majestic, but these 10 Alberta locations serve up particularly...
7 Great Things to Do in Banff on Your Next Vacation
Considering a trip to one of the highest towns in Canada? Soaring peaks, shimmering lakes and abundant wildlife make the...
How Well Do You Know the Canadian Rockies?
From dramatic fingers of granite reaching skyward to majestic snow-capped summits, the Canadian Rockies boast some of the most picturesque...
