Alberta has a several stage process to get a drivers license. This process takes at least 3 years to get a full non GDL class 5 license. The very first step in this process is a class 7 learners license. What age can you get your learners in Alberta? You must be at least 14…
The AGLC (Alberta Gaming, Liquor, and Cannabis) followed in the footsteps of other Canadian provinces in May of 2021. They allowed for regulated online gambling. Can you buy lottery tickets online in Alberta? The answer is yes, you can buy lotto tickets safely and securely online in Alberta. You have to prove you are 18…
This is one of those general questions that comes down to ”it depends”. The main difference is wether the rent is for personal use, business or a clergy. Can you deduct your rent on your taxes in Alberta? No, you can’t claim your personal rent as a tax deduction in Alberta. However, you can claim…
Canada has a section of the 1982 Constitution act, known as section 35. This section speaks specifically to the rights of the aboriginal community. Aboriginal by this definition includes the Inuit, Indian, and Metis people of Canada. It is designed to help preserve the traditional way of life of these communities, which includes the right…
Wildlife baiting rules in Alberta depend on where, and why. Provincial parks do not allow it at all, and in other cases it depends on the animal. Can you bait deer in Alberta? No, it is illegal to bait deer for the purpose of deer hunting in Alberta. However, it is perfectly legal to bait…
The majority of Alberta’s land is considered Crown Land. In fact, crown land accounts for approximately 100 million acres. The purpose of this land is to protect the natural integrity of the land. This includes the protection and management of wildlife populations. Can you hunt on Crown Land in Alberta? Yes, you can hunt on…
We have all been in that situation. Maybe you are cleaning out your wallet, or you reached into the pocket of an old jacket. You found an old gift card. The first thing you wonder is if there’s value left on it. The next question is if it’s too late. Is it expired? We can’t…
In general, the Alberta health care system covers most things deemed medically necessary, especially in a hospital setting or other medical facility under contract by the provincial government. Costs outside of these parameters are either out of pocket, or covered by health insurance. Is cancer treatment covered by Alberta Health Care? Yes, cancer out patients…
Alberta has very rigid rules and regulations on what wildlife can be hunted and where. These regulations are for management of populations of species and other environmental reasons. What about bears? Can you hunt bears in Alberta? The answer is yes, you can hunt bears in Alberta. However, you can only hunt black bears, and…
The Northern Lights, known as Aurora Borealis, occurs 24 hours a day. They are technically active all the time. The question is not necessarily about when they occur, but rather, when they occur at the highest intensity so you have a best chance to get a great view. Most people live in populated areas with…
