Newfoundland & Labrador and Alberta
the cultural artisans that reside and create unique Alberta western heritage crafts. The Banff
Centre also hosts a range of festivals and other events including the internationally known
Mountain Film Festival. These cultural events in Alberta highlight the province's cultural
diversity and love of entertainment. Most of the major cities have several performing theatre
companies who entertain in venues as diverse as Edmonton's Arts Barns and the Francis
Winspear Centre for Music. Both Calgary and Edmonton are home to Canadian Football League
and National Hockey League teams. Soccer, rugby union and lacrosse are also played
professionally in Alberta.
Important sightseeing/Tourism
Alberta has been a tourist destination from the early days of the twentieth century, with
attractions including outdoor locales for skiing, hiking and camping, shopping locales such as
West Edmonton Mall, Calgary Stampede, outdoor festivals, professional athletic events,