Calgary

Calgary is where the mountains meet the prairies, and a fresh snowfall transforms it into the most picturesque winter wonderland. The city is packed with winter fun, whether that means speeding down a ski slope or finding the best hot chocolate in town.
 
Day Trip - Layer up and enjoy Alberta’s bluebird winter days, without leaving Calgary. There are plenty of parks that feel like an escape from the city, with winding trails to explore and enchanting winter scenery. Fish Creek Provincial Park in south Calgary is a go-to spot for easy walks – you may even spot a frozen waterfall.

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Banff

Picture-perfect scenery and rich history come together in the birthplace of Canada’s national parks system. Endless winter outdoor adventures are just waiting to be experienced in this beautiful mountain town.
 
Hit the slopes! - Canada’s first national park is home to SkiBig3 – Lake Louise Ski Resort, Sunshine Village and Mount Norquay – where you can ski or snowboard at all three resorts with one pass. They all provide rental equipment, and you can even have the same ski instructor come with you to each resort. Local hotels and resorts often partner to create vacation packages and handle transportation for guests.

Lake Louise

If it weren’t such a cliché, we’d say Lake Louise is like a postcard you can step right into. OK, we'll say it anyway. In winter, the frozen lake is packed with Canadians ice skating in their natural habitat. The hamlet of Lake Louise has provisions for whatever your adventure.
 
Embrace your inner Canadian - Have you ever gone skating on a frozen lake in the Canadian Rockies? What about one that looks straight out of a postcard? Skating on Lake Louise is a winter rite of passage in Alberta. You’ve got plenty of opportunities to enjoy it too, since skating is offered from mid-December to mid-April, depending on the weather. The lake is cleared daily, so you’ll have ideal conditions to practice your footwork. It’s also lit up in the evening for night skating.

Jasper

Jasper wants to know: how’s it going? Can they get you anything? How was the trip here? This easy-going alpine town has locals that treat you like long-lost pals and always has something amazing and outdoorsy to do.
 
Who let the dogs out? - Glide through a winter wonderland on a tried-and-true Canadian Rockies transportation method. Sit back and relax under cozy blankets while a team of seriously strong – and seriously adorable – sled dogs leads the way. The team (along with an expert guide, of course) knows exactly where to go for the most stunning winter scenery.

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Edmonton

Edmonton is a young city that loves any excuse to go out on the town, even in a snowstorm. And there's prime shopping, too. West Edmonton Mall is literally the size of a city and the Old Strathcona farmers market is famous for a reason. 
 
Stay mobile, stay warm - The North Saskatchewan River Valley is a must-see in Edmonton. It’s the longest expanse of urban greenspace in North America, even outdoing Central Park in New York City. It’s also a year-round activity hub for locals and visitors alike. Segways are a fun and easy way to navigate the winding pathways in the winter or rent a fat bike and pedal through the expansive park system.

Alpine Skiing

You’re spoiled for choice with ski resorts in Alberta. Wide open runs and uncrowded ski lifts may be so exciting you'll forget you're on the world's best dry and powdery snow. Imagine floating on top of a cappuccino. That’s kind of what it’s like to ski or board the legendary, airy powder in the Canadian Rockies.
 
The weather in the Canadian Rockies can change quickly. Layers are key. Start with good base layers (such as merino wool tops and pants) and build up, including a possible mid-layer like a fleece jacket (depending on the conditions), a windproof and waterproof ski or snowboard jacket, waterproof ski or snowboard pants, warm socks, waterproof gloves or mitts, a neck warmer, goggles, toque and finally a helmet.

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