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Less than 35 minutes east of Edmonton lies a year-round oasis where bison roam freely, sun glistens off lakes and ponds, and stars light-up the night sky: Elk Island National Park. This gentle wilderness of aspen woodlands, prairie meadows and pockets of wetland is a wildlife-watchers paradise; free roaming bison, elk, deer, moose, and more than 250 bird species call Read more...

A Centre Dedicated to the History and Culture of the Métis Why Go? History buffs will love a trip on the Victoria Trail along the North Saskatchewan River, just 10 miles south of Smoky Lake off Highway 855. Start at Victoria Settlement, where interpreters bring this former Fort and pioneer settlement to life. Work your way west to Metis Crossing Read more...

Discover Roots and Community Check out the great collections on a CREAM museums tour. Experience railway history, grain elevators, old school houses, farm machinery, military history, a telephone museum, and much more! Enjoy heritage demonstrations and special events throughout the summer. Create a driving tour with your choice of 16 museums along Highways 16, 14 and 13. CREAM DIRECTORY 1. Read more...

Where History Comes Alive! Why Go? The region is home to Canada’s premier Ukrainian cultural attraction, the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village. The history of Ukrainians in Alberta stretches back 130 years when the first Ukrainians to Canada settled in the Edna-Star region (north of Lamont). The story of early Ukrainian settlement and culture is brought to life at the Ukrainian Read more...

Celebrating the Spirit of the Machine  Why Go? Discover the magic at the Reynolds-Alberta Museum! With an impressive collection of cars, airplanes, tractors, and industrial machines, this museum offers fun and unforgettable experiences for visitors of all ages. Dive into the motorcycle exhibit, “Motorbikus Mechanicus: A Love Story,” and learn how to drive a Model-T! Embark on a behind-the-scenes tour Read more...

Explore the History of How Fort Saskatchewan Came to Be Why Go? In historic downtown Fort Saskatchewan you will encounter the Fort Heritage Precinct nestled on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River. The Precinct is made up of beautiful parks and trails, a pioneer village, and a newly completed 1875-1885 North West Mounted Police (NWMP) Fort. Visitors can experience Read more...

The Beaver Hills Biosphere – living and working in harmony with nature to inspire a positive future. A Remarkable Place A distinct landscape, the Beaver Hills was designated a UNESCO Biosphere in March, 2016. Just 20 minutes east of Edmonton, Alberta, the Beaver Hills Biosphere is an important area of biodiversity conservation. One of only two UNESCO biospheres in Alberta, Read more...

Explore the 1853 Mission Site! Why Go? Nestled in a serene rural landscape on the south shore of Lac La Biche Lake, the Lac La Biche Mission Site stands as a testament to Alberta’s Roman Catholic heritage. Located 16 km northwest of Lac La Biche hamlet, the site boasts historically significant structures such as the 1894 convent, the 1922-23 church, Read more...

The CDÉA is unveiling the new routes-ab.ca website where visitors can choose from among some 200 attractions in Northern Alberta and use an interactive map to create a personalized itinerary. This site also offers internet users the opportunity to select a thematic circuit offering a variety of cultural, heritage, agritourism and family experiences as well as many others. Equipped with Read more...

A safe and interactive atmosphere that features four stories and over 40 challenges! Why Go? All climbs take around two hours. This includes 15 minutes of ground school and one hour and 45 minutes of climbing. Experience the amazing lake view from 60 feet above ground.  The aerial park creates a safe and interactive atmosphere that features four stories and over Read more...