Author: Darrel Pratt

Cheapest Colleges in Calgary for International Students Alberta University of the Arts. The Alberta University of the Arts is a university that focuses on art and design education. Athabasca University. Bow Valley College. University of Calgary. University of Lethbridge. Southern Alberta Institute of Technology. St. Wrap Up. Which is the cheapest college in Canada for […]

Vimy Peak in Waterton Lakes National Park. Some of the oldest rocks exposed in Alberta are in this national park. What is the oldest rock in Alberta? The Precambrian Shield exposed in northeastern Alberta forms part of the Churchill Structural Province, the oldest (age-dated) rocks being of Archean age. Where are the oldest rocks found? […]

The Hoodoos are a group of stone columns with caprocks situated on approximately 11 hectares of land between Drumheller and East Coulee. Ranging in height from roughly one to three meters, the group of approximately 10 Hoodoos feature white sandstone caprocks overlying dark brown marine shale bodies. What are the hoodoos made of? Hoodoos typically […]

Commercial Organizations Permit Fee (including GST) Daily (Date Specific) $ 63.00 Weekly (Up to 7 consecutive days) $105.00 Monthly (Up to 30 consecutive days) $157.50 Annual (More than 30 days and up to one calendar year) $262.50 How much is a camping pass in Alberta? Campers 18 years and older must have a pass: $20 […]

Alberta’s coal mining started in the late 1800s. Coal was the energy source that boosted the industrial revolution of the 19th century and launched the electric era in the following century. It was the primary source of energy until the late 1960s when it was overtaken by oil. Why is coal used in Alberta? Today, […]

Authorization to carry In general, the only firearms allowed for wilderness protection are non-restricted rifles and shotguns. Can you hike the AT with a gun? While it is now legal to carry a gun through national parks with the correct permits, the Appalachian Trail Conservancy discourages carrying firearms on the trail. Then there’s the matter […]

For Naturally Shed Wildlife Parts In Alberta, naturally shed wildlife parts, such as antlers, can be kept or sold without a special permit, as long as they were found outside of a provincial or national park or other protected area. When can you go shed hunting in Alberta? Over the years the best times are […]

In Alberta, Indigenous hunting and fishing rights are recognized in law and provincial government policy. The Government of Alberta is committed to sustaining Indigenous food sources within the constraints of conservation obligations. Can First Nations hunt anywhere in Alberta? Eligible Indians have a right to hunt for food on unoccupied Crown lands and other lands […]

Hunters must possess a valid Wildlife Certificate and the applicable hunting licence to hunt big game or game birds. Licences whether electronic or paper and applicable tags must be carried on their person while hunting. Can you hunt in Canada without a license? A hunting licence is required to hunt in Ontario. All licences are […]

Red squirrels may be hunted or trapped, without a licence and during all seasons, by a resident on privately owned land to which the resident has the right of access. Be sure to consult with your municipality about any firearm restrictions. Are you allowed to shoot squirrels in Alberta? A Resident may, without a licence […]