All snakes and their dens are protected from killing, harm, possession, and destruction under the Alberta Wildlife Act. Why are rattlesnakes protected in Alberta? Unfortunately, road mortality and habitat destruction pose a threat to prairie rattlesnakes, which are considered a Species of Special Concern both federally and provincially in Alberta. Female prairie rattlesnakes give birth […]
Author: Darrel Pratt
When Did Rats Become Illegal In Alberta?
1950. Albertans have enjoyed living without the menace of rats since 1950 when the Rat Control Program was established. Alberta’s rat-free status means there is no resident population of rats and they are not allowed to establish themselves. Are rats actually illegal in Alberta? Illegal to own rats as pets Under the Act, it is […]
What Two Regions Surround The Foothills In Alberta?
One could think of the foothills as lands where two different Natural Regions meet or collide; a place where the Rockies and the boreal forests of Alberta abut. What is considered the foothills in Alberta? It is located east of the Rocky Mountains Natural region and begins just above Highway 1 in the Ghost, stretching […]
Can You Trap Cats In Alberta?
Traps must only be set on property owned, leased, or rented by the user or with the permission of the person owning, leasing, or renting the property. Wildlife must be released in compliance with the Wildlife Act (contact Fish and Wildlife for details). Can you trap cats in your yard? You should check local laws […]
Can I Kick My Husband Out Of The House In Alberta?
If your partner is refusing to move out of the home, there is family violence or financial hardship, a person can apply in Alberta Court of King’s Bench for an Exclusive Possession Order that can order a partner evicted and possibly impose a restraining order to keep him or her from entering and even force […]
Who Owns Alberta?
The Dominion of Canada bought the lands that would become Alberta as part of the NWT in 1870. From the late 1800s to early 1900s, many immigrants arrived to prevent the prairies from being annexed by the US. Who is the founder of Alberta? Alexander Rutherford was the first premier of Alberta. A lawyer who […]
Are Campgrounds Open In Winter Alberta?
Enjoy camping any season! Even though many people consider camping to be a summer activity, some campgrounds remain open until Thanksgiving, and a few are open year-round. Some of our best camping is enjoyed in the fall. Where can I camp in the winter in Alberta? Alberta Winter Camping: Where to go Cypress Hills. Dinosaur […]
What Dogs Are Restricted In Alberta?
Pit bulls are banned or restricted in more than 35 towns and cities in Alberta, including: Towns near Calgary that restrict pit bulls: Bearberry, Sundre, Bergen, Elkton, Cremona, Water Valley, Carstairs, Stirlingville, Bassano, Rosemary, Coronation, Heisler. What dog breeds are not allowed in Canada? Ontario Pit Bull Terrier. American Pit Bull Terrier. American Staffordshire Terrier. […]
Where Are The Most Elk In Alberta?
They are found predominately along the eastern shadow of the Rocky Mountains in the high basins and foothills, although, in recent years, they have been expanding their range into the boreal forest and parkland regions. Where is the best elk hunting in Alberta? ELK HUNTING AREA This hunt takes place in the Peace River Country […]
Where Can You Go Swimming In Alberta?
Sylvan Lake. Sylvan Lake (Christina Marie Sargent/Shutterstock) Horseshoe Lake. Horseshoe Lake (@jessdumont1/Instagram) Long Lake Provincial Park. Long Lake Provincial Park (@prairiegrown/Instagram) Moraine Lake. Moraine Lake (Zhukova Valentyna/Shutterstock) Upper Waterton Lake. Johnson Lake. Sandy Beach Park. Half Moon Lake.