Minister promotes rural, western and Indigenous pathways to continued tourism success

By George Lee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Originally Published on Nov 13, 2025 at 11:15 A rich tapestry of western heritage unfolds beyond Alberta’s big cities and more famous destinations, providing amazing opportunities for tourists and rural entrepreneurs alike. That’s among the key messages offered up by Andrew Boitchenko, who joined cabinet last May as the province’s latest minister of tourism … Read more

‘Help us to help ourselves’: Piikani Nation chief calls for tourism site at exhibit launch

By Somya Lohia, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Piikani Nation Chief Troy (Bossman) Knowlton is calling on the Alberta government and tourism bodies to support the creation of an information site near Highway 3 — a place that would showcase Piikani culture and draw travellers into Blackfoot traditional territory. Speaking at the unveiling of a new exhibit at Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump on … Read more