Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announces September 1 as 'Alberta Day' at the Calgary Stampede on Monday, July 11, 2022. (Photo: Government of Alberta)

By Justin Goulet

Province declares September 1 as Alberta Day

Jul 11, 2022 | 9:56 AM

CALGARY, AB – September 1 will now officially be known as Alberta Day.

The provincial government made the declaration and said the goal is to “celebrate Alberta’s rich cultural heritage and recognize its unique place in Confederation”.

On September 1, 1905, the Alberta Act came into effect, which formally established the Province of Alberta. The government said that recognizing this day every year will give residents the chance to celebrate all things that are uniquely Albertan.

Premier Jason Kenney said, “Alberta is exceptional in every way. We are custodians of one of the world’s most beautiful and diverse natural environments.”

“The Indigenous peoples of this place are an inspiration in how they have overcome great adversity to create an even brighter future, rooted in their ancient cultures and customs,” Kenney stated.

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Kenney continued, “The pioneer spirit and entrepreneurial culture of Alberta have driven our province to become one of the most prosperous and generous places on Earth. We must remember and learn from our history and acknowledge our shortcomings while proudly celebrating our heroes and achievements.”

“Creating a new annual tradition of Alberta Day – the day we entered Confederation – will be one way of showing our pride in this amazing province,” stated the Premier.

Creating this special day comes off a recommendation from the Fair Deal Panel to “explore ways and means to affirm Alberta’s cultural, economic and political uniqueness.”

The provincial government will host Alberta Day celebrations in Edmonton and Calgary on September 1, 2022 and will support other municipalities in planning and hosting their own events, potentially in conjunction with the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

More details will be shared in the months ahead. Further information about Alberta Day can be found at the Government of Alberta website.