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Alberta

This prairie province of Canada is vast in its various types of topography and ethnicity. It is a growing area due to the economic boom with oil and gas, as well as with tourism and agriculture industries which play a significant role in the province's economic well-being. Any subject matter to do with this prairie province they call "Wild Rose Country" can be discussed here, from the people and the places to travel and industry, and everything in between.

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What is Alberta's native culture?

Alberta has many native cultures. There are several dozen Aboriginal groups, each with it's own cultural variation. There would also be cultures based on ranching, trapping, and various other traditional lifestyles that varied with the environment and time period.

When was the CFTC established?

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission, established under the 1974 amendments to the Commodity Exchange Act, has far-reaching authority over a wide variety of commodity industry activities.

HOW Far is it from Edmonton Alberta to Yellowstone park?

1232 km to The Yellowstone Park boundary at the town of West Yellowstone, This is the easiest and most convenient entry to access

How did standoff Alberta gets its name?

The Canadian province of Alberta was named after Princess Louise Caroline Alberta (1848-1939), the fourth daughter of Queen Victoria and her husband, Prince Albert.

The town of Standoff was named after an historical event. "Liver-Eating" Johnson in the company of two other men was heading north with a pack train of supplies including whiskey to trade with the Canadian Indians. Whiskey was illegal to trade with the Indians and when a U.S. Marshal got wind of the endeavor he set out in pursuit with a troop of cavalry to stop the "Liver-Eater." Johnson and his party held them off and when the Marshal demanded his arrest they refused. They stood-off the soldiers and proceeded on over the Belly River, and named their fort "Stand-Off". "Avenging Fury of the Plains" Dennis John McLelland Ed.D

Who where the first people before dinosaurs?

Dinosaurs pre-date humans therefore there were no humans prior to the Dinosaurs.

Why are so many fossils found in Alberta?

The Canadian province of Alberta is a treasure trove of ancient fossils. Thousands of dinosaur bones have been found in the rolling plains of the area. Alberta was an ancient sea bed. This likely accounts for the large amount of fossils.

What city in Alberta is famous for dinosaurs?

Drumheller. Not far from Drumheller (just west of the city) is the dinosaur museum the Royal Tyrrell Museum.

When was Waterton Lakes National Park created?

Waterton Lakes National Park was created in 1895.

What year were child restraints required in Alberta?

Child restraints became mandatory in Alberta in 1981. The regulation aimed to enhance the safety of young passengers in vehicles by requiring appropriate child safety seats based on a child's age and weight. Over the years, the laws have evolved to include updated safety standards and practices.

Is it true that the prairie provinces do not contribute much to Canada's energy needs?

No. The prairie provinces such as Alberta contribute a significant portion of Canada's energy needs. Fort McMurray is one such area where a large portion of Canada's oil comes from.

Which phone companies offer a two line phone in Alberta?

There are quite a few companies which offer a two line phone in Alberta. These companies include Bell and Telus. For further information on these companies one could contact them directly.

Which medical supply stores in Alberta carry home lifts?

There are many medical supply stores in Alberta which carry home lifts. The name of one in particular would depend on your specific location. Home Care Solutions has a website which lists all of their medical supplies including lifts, and they ship throughout Alberta from the Edmonton location.

What are the duties of an Alberta opposition MLA?

To oppose the government of what they believe is incorrect

How far is Kamloops BC from Red Deer AB?

It is 755 kilometers (469 miles) according to Google Maps.