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Province of Alberta

This western Canadian prairie province is the home of the Calgary Stampede. Rich in oil and gas resources, Alberta has supported conservative political parties since the 1920s. These pages will tell you more about the province of Alberta.
Alberta Facts
Key facts about the province of Alberta, Canada - geography, government and industry.
Origin of the Name Alberta
Find out how the province got its name.
Edmonton Facts
Key facts about Edmonton, the capital of Alberta, including population, city government, attractions and the weather.
Origin of the Name Edmonton
Find out how the capital city of Alberta got its name.
Alberta Premier Ed Stelmach
Soft-spoken farmer Ed Stelmach went from a distant third to capture the leadership of the Alberta Progressive Conservative party and become Alberta's 13th premier.
Premiers of Alberta Since 1905
Premiers of the province of Alberta since 1905, the year Alberta joined Canadian Confederation.
Alberta Elections
Results of the last provincial election, who can vote, the permanent register of electors and electoral divisions in the province.
Members of the Alberta Legislative Assembly
MLAs currently holding seats in the Legislative Assembly of Alberta.
Canadian Cowboys
For a taste of western Canadian culture, there's no place better than the Calgary Stampede in July.
Alberta Government Departments
Index of provincial government departments, as well as provincial government boards, agencies and commissions.
Maps of Alberta, Canada
Interactive maps of the province, including cities and regions. From Discover Alberta.
Alberta Symbols and Emblems
Alberta provincial coat of arms, flag, colours, official stone, mammal, bird, fish, flower, tree and tartans.
Alberta National Parks
National parks in Alberta include Banff, the first national park in Canada, and Wood Buffalo, a national park larger than Switzerland. From Parks Canada.
Alberta Provincial Parks
Learn about Alberta's provincial parks and search for parks by activities, facilities, and location.
Discover Alberta
Attractions, activities and accommodation to help in planning a trip to this western Canadian province.

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