Alberta

We’ve always known it, but a little extra vindication never hurts—Canadians are generous, possibly to a fault. We’re tied for first in the world when it comes to tipping. On average, we tip anywhere from 15-20% on anything from food to haircuts and even oil changes! No wonder so many of us are trying to […]

Wouldn’t you know, the sun still came out today… well, mostly. It was a bit cloudy earlier. The point is, despite the Edmonton Oilers losing the Stanley Cup last night, the world didn’t end—though some fans felt like it might as well have. I get it. It’s tough spending over two months on an emotional […]

When it comes to the latest TikTok life hacks, you often wish people would just shut their mouths—literally. Thankfully, that’s exactly what the newest trend is all about! Guys are being encouraged to tape their mouths shut while they sleep to supposedly get a better jawline. Part of me is hella suspicious that women might […]

It’s not just groceries that have been taking a bigger bite out of our wallets over the past couple of years. Spotify has announced a SECOND hike in their monthly subscription rate, and we’re not even halfway through 2024! Sure, it’s great to have unlimited access to your favorite tunes anytime, anywhere, but there has […]

While my hockey loyalties might lie elsewhere, it’s hard to ignore the excitement surrounding the Edmonton Oilers today. Last night, the Oilers advanced to the Stanley Cup finals, and if you’re anywhere in Western Canada, you know it was a wild party in Edmonton. And why not? It’s been ages since the city had a […]

A couple years ago there was a guy walking around his neighbourhood with a canoe on his head. He would stop every couple of houses and wrestle it down onto the ground, then with all his might he’d flip it back over thrusting it onto his shoulders before heading further down the road. When I […]

Guess what’s happening right now? It’s the Harvard Media Auctions Spring AG, Trades & Equipment Auction! If you’re into all things agriculture essentials, ranch & livestock gear, tools, vehicles, servicing, and more, this is the place to be. They’ve got a treasure trove of fantastic deals waiting for you, perfect for gearing up this spring […]

Grandmas are often the unsung heroes of strength and endurance, but Donna Jean Wilde from Southern Alberta is taking that to a whole new level! Move over, playground boasts about whose dad is tougher—Wilde just casually smashed the world record for the longest female plank, clocking in at a mind-boggling four hours, 30 minutes, and […]

The Better Homes, Gardens and Garages Auction is here! And there’s only a bit of time left to bid!! If you’ve been thinking about cleaning up the yard, making sure the grass is lush and bright, or adding that edging along your walkway to really get some definition – why not make this the year […]

Leave it to golden hour to let you know how clean your house is. With the beautiful Spring sun shining through the kitchen window I discovered it was pretty hazy looking out. I turned to the living room window and saw the same thing – these windows needed washed. Pronto! I said to my husband, […]