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Prairie Provinces
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Alberta
Beyond the large farms and oil or natural gas extraction zones that don’t necessarily help the environment but do drive the province’s wealth, Alberta also offers varied landscapes—from the Rocky Mountains in the west to the eastern plains and the northern forests. For travellers, it boasts several parks and nature reserves, plenty of outdoor opportunities, and two pleasant and interesting cities: Calgary and Edmonton.
Manitoba
Like its neighbours, Manitoba is a nature-focused province with a sparse population outside the Winnipeg region. While it has several parks and reserves, is home to one of the best places to see polar bears in Wapusk National Park, and the Interlake region between massive Lakes Manitoba and Winnipeg draws visitors for its beaches, natural areas, and outdoor activities, the tourism that has developed here is primarily local and rarely international.
Saskatchewan
Though the northern part of the province is dotted with countless lakes, Saskatchewan is known for its flat, monotonous landscapes, especially in the south, with few populated areas. As a result, the province isn’t particularly touristy—much like the Midwest of the United States, which it geographically extends.