Overview of the Province of Alberta, Canada

Alberta is a western Canadian province covering ~661,185 km² (4th largest). It borders the Northwest Territories and Yukon (north), British Columbia (west), Saskatchewan (east), and Montana, USA (south). As a "Prairie Province," it features diverse landscapes: prairies, foothills, Rocky Mountains, and boreal forests.

Major Population Centers

• Calgary: Modern city, famous for the annual Stampede rodeo festival.
• Edmonton: Provincial capital, cultural festivals, gateway to nature.
• Banff & Jasper National Parks: World-renowned mountain scenery, wildlife, outdoor recreation.