Recycling in Edmonton: How to Sort Your Waste and What Goes in Each Bin
Edmonton is one of Canada's leaders in waste management and recycling. For decades, the city has actively rolled out an effective waste separation system,...
The History of Edmonton’s GWG Factory: A Leader in Clothing Manufacturing Technology
In early Edmonton, numerous factories stood out for their unique production technologies and global reach. One such factory was the Great Western Garment Company...
How Coal Was Mined in Beverly: A Story of Alberta’s Industrial Legacy
The city of Beverly was once among Alberta’s most prominent coal-mining hubs. The Humberstone Mine, operating near today’s Rundle Park Golf Course, was the...
Unusual Farms in Edmonton and Alberta
Alberta and Edmonton are home to numerous farms specializing in raising various animals, growing vegetables, fruits, and flowers. Let's take a closer look at...
The Story of How Farmers Fought the Canadian Pacific Railway and Built Their Own...
In 1883, the Canadian Pacific Railway extended its track from Medicine Hat to Calgary. In addition, the railway acquired 3.5 million acres of land...
Edmonton’s Enerkem Alberta Plant: How Waste Becomes Fuel for Vehicles
According to statistics from 1999, Edmonton generated over one million tonnes of waste annually, with most of it ending up in landfills. This pollution...
Mineral Resources of Alberta
Mineral resources are naturally occurring solid materials. Alberta is rich in these resources, with some having a long history of extraction. For example, salt...
Metal Roof Snow Load Guide
The structural integrity of a building in northern latitudes is strictly defined by its capacity to manage extreme cryogenic stress and frozen precipitation. During...
The History of Edmonton’s Power Plant: How the City Received Electricity in the Last...
Historical evidence shows that knowledge of electricity existed long before the rise of the modern world. Ancient Greeks, Phoenicians, and neighboring civilizations were aware...
Green Building in Edmonton
Various countries and cities are increasingly embracing sustainable development and environmental consciousness. Edmonton is no exception, dedicating significant attention to green building initiatives. The...