Southern Alberta Campgrounds Gear Up for a Bustling Summer Season Amid Rising Demand

As the warmer months approach, campgrounds across Southern Alberta (Canada) are getting ready for an influx of eager campers.  As per a report, with increased inquiries and bookings, campgrounds like Owl’s Nest in Coaldale and the recently rebranded KOA Lethbridge are investing in upgrades to accommodate the anticipated visitor surge. Owl’s Nest Campground, which opened […]

Canadian Gov’t Invests Over CA$17M in Tourism-Focused Projects in Alberta

The Government of Canada has announced that it will invest over CA$17.8 million in federal funding for 50 tourism-focused projects across Alberta. As per a release, the investment is expected to attract more visitors to Alberta destinations and bring economic benefits to communities throughout the province. The funding will support initiatives for communities, attractions, hospitality […]

Jasper National Park Launches Caribou Conservation Breeding Program

Alberta’s Jasper National Park will start a new caribou conservation breeding program aimed at supporting the southern mountain caribou recovery, as announced by Steven Guilbeault, minister of environment and climate change and minister responsible for Parks Canada.  The program is the first of its kind, according to a press release. It will involve constructing a […]

New Travel Alberta Tourism Initiative to Benefit Mountain View County

Travel Alberta, the tourism agency for the province of Alberta (Canada), is developing a new initiative expected to positively impact the Cochrane-Rocky Mountain House tourism corridor and Mountain View County. According to a report by Cochrane Today, the initiative will focus on rural tourist opportunities, including accommodation opportunities in the county and other rural areas. […]

Mountain View County Considers Redesignation for Luxury Glamping Retreat

A proposed land use bylaw redesignation for a glamping retreat facility with luxury tent accommodations in the Water Valley/Winchell Lake area (Alberta, Canada) has received its first reading. As per a report from Mountain View Today, the redesignation is from the agriculture district to a direct control district and includes a map amendment to the […]

Banff National Park to Welcome Visitors in Indigenous Languages

Indigenous leaders in the Banff National Park (Alberta, Canada) are spearheading a move to create an Indigenous welcome sign that would greet visitors in Stoney, Cree, Tsuut’ina and Blackfoot languages. As per a report from the Rocky Mountain Outlook, the sign is aimed at acknowledging and honoring the park’s original inhabitants while promoting the use […]

Sylvan Lake Approves Funding for Pogadl Park Expansion

Sylvan Lake (Alberta) is set to take a significant step forward in establishing itself as a leading sports tourism destination with the approval of funding for the next phase of the Pogadl Park project. The town council voted unanimously to borrow CA$7 million for the project, which will be used to construct an RV campground, […]