There has been some debate online with regard to the barbed hooks question lately. The confusion is the result of a mix up between the Provincial Government of Alberta and the Federal Government of Canada. Hopefully we can clear up some of the confusion. Are Barbed Hooks Legal in Alberta? Yes, it is legal to…
Legislation on what pets you can and can’t own are provincial jurisdiction. Alberta has an regularly updated list of animals that are restricted or controlled. Are Ball Pythons Legal in Alberta? Yes, ball pythons are perfectly legal to own as pets in Alberta. They are not listed as one of Alberta’s Controlled Animals. You can…
The legality of owning certain pets is a provincial matter. There is no Federal law against owning axolotls in Canada. Some provinces have made axolotl ownership restricted or outright banned. Are axolotls legal in Alberta? Yes, axolotls are legal to own as pets in Alberta. They are not listed on the Alberta Controlled Animals List….
In the province of Alberta, you are required to have valid insurance before you get registration. Other provinces may do things differently. Here is a general run down on just how to get vehicle registration in Alberta. Step by Step: How to Register a Vehicle in Alberta: Get Valid Insurance First Take Proof of Insurance…
More money, more problems. Most people would gladly accept the problems that go along with winning a huge lotto prize. One problem is the issue of privacy. Lotto winners are like magnets, attracting unwanted attention. It can also make you feel unsafe as a potential criminal target. Can you remain anonymous as a lotto winner…
The question of who owns the tips in Canada is a Provincial matter. Each province has the authority to make legislation on employee and employer rights on wages, tips, gratuities and so on. For example, Ontario passed legislation that says that employees have legal ownership of their tips. Can Employers Keep Tips in Alberta? There…
Alberta has 9 official general holidays (Statutory Holidays). The employment standards code makes it legally mandatory for employers to pay eligible employees for having the day off, or extra pay if you work that day. Do Part Time Employees Get Holiday Pay in Alberta? Yes, part time employees are paid holiday pay in Alberta. The…
Alberta has laws that determine where you can smoke or vape. Some towns and cities have their own smoking and vaping laws as well. When the provincial and municipal smoking law is in conflict, the more restrictive law takes precedent. Can I Smoke or Vape on my Apartment Balcony in Alberta? No, you can not…
Alberta has many emblems. The are official Provincial animals, colours, fish, grasses, stones, tartans, trees and birds. What is Alberta’s Official bird? The official bird of Alberta is the great horned owl (Bubo virginianus). The owl was adopted as the Provincial bird on May 3, 1977. This was the result of a student vote across…
The Alberta Wildlife Act dictates what types of pets are legal to own in the province. Some local authorities may have additional bylaws that overlap these laws. Am I allowed to own a pure wolf in Alberta? Is it legal to own a pure wolf as a pet in Alberta? No, you can not legally…
