Alberta magazines get a promotional boost

The Alberta Magazine Publishers Association (AMPA) is putting on a month-long blitz called RAMM (Reading Alberta Magazines Month) that kicked off Thursday in Calgary. It puts the emphasis on regional talent of which there's considerable. As AMPA puts it

Not only is there geographical relevance, but by buying, subscribing to, and reading Alberta magazines, you’re supporting a community of creative professionals like designers, photographers, writers, and yes, even interns.

As part of the promotion, AMPA is also running a contest called Read and Win, where two people will each receive a two night getaway in Canmore, at the Blackstone Mountain Lodge or the Mystic Springs Chalets, courtesy of Travel Alberta and Bellstar Resorts. During October only, a selection of Alberta titles will be available at all Chapters/Indigo stores (raising the question why they don't carry these magazines year-round. Just asking.) Proof of purchase from Chapters/Indigo or your favourite independent magazine store gets you entry in the contest.

Various events and panels are being held throughout the month and more can be found about them from the AMPA online newsletter.