Author: Clint Curtis

What Was British Columbia Promised To Join The Confederation?

Did You Know? ​​​Even though B.C. joined Confederation on July 20, 1871​, the first Premier was not chosen until after the first general election was held ​in October of that year (the new provincial Legislative Assembly did not meet for the first time until February of 1872). How did British Columbia feel about confederation? British […]

Who Bought The Edmonton Trappers?

Almost. On the verge of their first playoff appearance in six years, the Edmonton Trappers of the Pacific Coast League were sold by owner Peter Pocklington to a New York businessman for $5 million. The buyer was Mike Nicklous of Staten Island, who announced he was moving the Pacific Coast League baseball team to Memphis, […]

Did The Edmonton Grads Play In The Olympics?

Undisputed North American champions, the Grads competed in exhibition play at four Olympic Games (women’s basketball was not then recognized as an Olympic sport), defeating all European challengers. The team was disbanded in 1940. What happened to the Edmonton Grads? In 1940, the Edmonton Grads disbanded. How did the Edmonton Grads affect Canada? The Grads […]

What Is The Edmonton Eskimos Name Now?

Elks. The team has a rivalry with the Calgary Stampeders and is one of the three community-owned teams in the CFL. The team discontinued using the “Eskimos” name in 2020, with the new name “Elks” being formally announced on June 1, 2021. Edmonton Elks. Mascot(s) Punter and Spike Current uniform What is Edmonton Eskimos new […]

Where Can I Watch The Game In Edmonton?

Best Sports Bars in Edmonton 1st RND. 1st RND. Great beer, great food and no off-season, 1st RND is all sports all the time. Central Social Hall. Central Social Hall. The Pint Public House. The Pint Public House Downtown. The Rec Room. The Rec Room. Hudsons Whyte Ave. Hudsons. Craft Beer Market. Craft Beer Market. […]

Can I Store My Rv On My Driveway Edmonton?

The Zoning Bylaw regulations generally prohibit parking any large Recreational Vehicle on front and flanking side yards of residential property for any longer than is reasonably necessary to load or unload such vehicle. Can you park an RV in your driveway in Edmonton? RVs can be parked only on the roadway immediately beside the owner […]

Is Edmonton The Largest City In Canada?

As of 2021, Edmonton had a city population of 1,010,899 and a metropolitan population of 1,418,118, making it the fifth-largest city and sixth-largest metropolitan area (CMA) in Canada. Is Edmonton the 3rd largest city in Canada? Edmonton. Edmonton is the second largest city in Alberta, and the fifth largest in Canada. It its growing almost […]