Alberta is a Canadian prairie province located in the western part of the country. It is the fourth largest province in Canada, with an area of 661, 848 square kilometers and a population of 4, 067, 175 people as of 2016. ALBERTA is known for its natural beauty, with the Rocky Mountains to the west and the prairies to the east. It is also home to many major cities, including Edmonton, the provincial capital, and Calgary, the largest city in the province.