Alberta — Key Facts for the Canadian Citizenship Test
Alberta is an energy powerhouse in western Canada, home to the oil sands and the Rocky Mountains.
Key Facts
- Capital: Edmonton
- Largest City: Calgary
- Population: ~4.6 million
- Entered Confederation: 1905
- Region: Prairies/Western Canada
Economy
Alberta has the oil sands (third-largest proven oil reserves in the world), natural gas, agriculture (cattle ranching, grain), and a growing technology sector. The province has no provincial sales tax.
Notable Features
Banff and Jasper National Parks in the Rocky Mountains, the Calgary Stampede (world-famous rodeo), and the Badlands where dinosaur fossils are found (Royal Tyrrell Museum).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Calgary the capital of Alberta?
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