Alberta provides full coverage for most medically necessary services, especially at the hospital. Everything else is either out if pocket, assisted with insurance. Are ear exams free in Alberta? No, ear exams are not free in Alberta. They are not covered by Alberta Health Care. However, some audiologist clinics may choose to offer free ear…
There was a time in Alberta when most people were required to pay an annual fee to contribute to the provincial run Alberta Health Care Program. How Much Are Alberta Health Care Premiums? There are no Health Care Premiums in Alberta, Canada. Albertans stopped paying health care premiums in 2009. The Alberta Health care system…
Canadian nurses are allowed to work in different provinces as they meet the requirements of that province. Can A Nurse In Ontario Work In Alberta? Yes, a nurse in Ontario can work in Alberta. However, you must first be registered with The College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA). You will provide documentation of…
Epipens and Epipen JR can be be very expensive. Many people have wondered if they can get one for free, covered by Alberta Health Care, especially for kids. Are Epipens Free for Children in Alberta? No, Epipens are not free for children in Alberta. They are not covered by Alberta Health Care regardless of age….
Ghost Lake is one of many popular places to visit in the summer. Can you swim in Ghost Lake Alberta? Yes, you can swim in Ghost Lake Alberta. The lake is clean glacier-melt fed water. While it’s safe and clean for swimming, it gets deep quickly, and the water is usually cold. It is rarely…
The Alberta provincial government has control over a huge percentage of the land, to preserve the environment and wildlife. This is to ensure the enjoyment of these natural areas by the people living in the province, and future generations. This land is known as “Crown Land”, and it’s not for sale. Can I Buy Crown…
Working as a teenager can be valuable experience. Alberta allows for teenagers to work, but within a certain set of legal parameters. Can 13 and 14 year olds legally work in Alberta? Yes, 13 and 14 year olds can work in Alberta. They require parental or guardian consent. The job must be a safe environment,…
The graduated driver program is a 3 stage process to getting your drivers license in Alberta. There was a time when the there were only 2 steps. You would get a learners license by taking a written exam, then you would get your drivers license by taking a road test. Sometimes in a very short…
The controlled animals list of Alberta documents all the animals you can’t own as a pet. It is a comprehensive provincial wide list of various species. What does the list say about cane toads? Can you own a Cane Toad as a pet in Alberta? No, the Cane Toad (Rhinella Marina), is not legal to…
The Alberta Health Care Insurance plan (AHCIP), covers most medically necessary services in the province. Are emergency rooms free in Alberta? Yes, Emergency Rooms are free in Alberta. They are covered by Alberta Health Care. However, there are some exceptions. Here is a breakdown of what is, and is not covered by Alberta Health Care…
