Founded in 1882 as the Northwest Cattle Company, the Bar U was one of the first and most enduring of the large corporate ranches established in southern Alberta.
Founded in 1882 as the Northwest Cattle Company, the Bar U was one of the first and most enduring of the large corporate ranches established in southern Alberta.
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Photo: Glenbow Archives: CA ACU GBA F1299
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Alberta
Leighton Art Centre is an Art Gallery, Museum & Arts Education Centre in AB’s Foothill
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Turner Valley, Alberta
Western Canada’s first commercial oilfield and processing plant
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Nanton, Alberta
One of the few remaining grain elevator rows of wooden crib construction remaining.
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Priddis, Alberta
Rothney Astrophysical Observatory teaching & research science facility Foothills Alber…
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Saint Lunaire-Griquet, Newfoundland and Labrador to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan 10 places
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Gjoa Haven, Nunavut to 9 places
Dreaming of taking a “road trip” across Canada, from the red sands of Prince Edward Island to the lush green parks of British Columbia? This is the perfect opportunity to travel virtually! The Parks Canada Youth Ambassadors are proud to present their virtual visit list, “Canada from coast to coast to coast”. These national historic […]
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Baddeck, Nova Scotia to Whitehorse, Yukon 8 places
Parks Canada Gardens
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Sidney, British Columbia to Nova Scotia 8 places
Are you planning on doing some exploring this Historic Places Day? Make sure to take advantage of what Parks Canada has to offer at the following places! These “Culinary Delights” will add an extra dimension to your visit. Whether it’s simple fare like Bannock, or something more extravagant like French pastries, you’ll find something for everyone. And remember, wherever you visit, the tasty experience is always linked to the history of the site. Please note, some programming is at an additional cost to regular admission.
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