Author: Clint Curtis

Why Does Alberta Not Have Carbon Tax?

The Carbon Tax Repeal Act (Bill 1) repealed the provincial carbon tax on May 30, 2019 to help put more money in the pockets of families, businesses and non-profits. Is there no carbon tax in Alberta? After Alberta repealed its own carbon tax in 2019, Ottawa announced its intent to start applying the federal charge […]

What Is Treaty 1 Manitoba?

Treaty No. 1 was the first of the numbered treaties that helped establish Western Canada, and was made with the understanding that the Treaty would be in place for “as long as the sun shines, the grass grows and the river flows”. What is in the Treaty 1 agreement? In the written text of the […]

Where Can I See Marine Life In Victoria?

You might spot one at Point Addis, Bunurong, Port Phillip Heads and Wilsons Promontory Marine National Parks, Mushroom Reef Marine Sanctuary. Where can I see starfish in Victoria? Iron Mine Bay & Aylard Farm Beach Continue along the Coast Trail toward Beechy Head and you will soon come across Iron Mine Bay. Keep an eye […]

Why Is Victoria Texas Called Crossroads?

There roads converge 120 miles from Houston, 102 miles from San Antonio, 110 miles from Austin, and 75 miles from Corpus Christi; hence the town’s nickname, the “crossroads of South Texas.” The county’s center lies at approximately 28°47′ north latitude and 96°57′ west longitude. Why is Victoria called the Crossroads? Known as the South Texas […]

Does Victoria Have Hydro Power?

Built in conjunction with the Dartmouth Dam in north-eastern Victoria in the 1970s, the Dartmouth Hydroelectric Power Station is the largest single hydro generator in Victoria. It has a capacity of 180MW. Where does Victoria get its power from? coalElectricity generation Although most of Victoria’s power still comes from coal, this is rapidly changing as […]

What Time Is The Victoria Day Parade 2022?

Monday May 23, 2022 starting at 10 a.m. Parade Route: Begins at the Woodstock Fairgrounds, continues west on Dundas Street before heading south on Wellington Street South. What time does the Victoria parade start? November 24, 2022 The Parade begins at 5 p.m. on Saturday, November 26 in downtown Victoria. Is there a Victoria Day […]