The 9 Pound Burger

The 9 Pound Burger

We hope you're hungry!

This behemoth burger easily feeds up to 10 or more people which makes it great for sharing, or, you know, ingesting a week's worth of calories in one sitting. Just be sure to grab a knife and fork to tackle this beast!

Ingredients:

Burger Patty

• 10 lb(s) ground beef
• 1 cup Worcestershire sauce
• ½ cup seasoning salt
• 1 tsp garlic salt
• 8-13 eggs (depending on how thick the grind is)

Toppings and Assembly:

• Three layer bun
• Mayo
• Ketchup
• Mustard
• Relish
• Lettuce
• Tomato slices
• 2 onions
• 2 4 ½ pound burger patties
• Cheese
• 80 piece of cooked bacon

Burger Patty Directions:

1. Mix all of the above ingredients together in a large bowl.
2. Form two 4 ½ pound patties.
3. Place both patties on the grill, medium heat.
4. Cook each side for approximately 10 minutes.
5. Put patties in the microwave for approximately 10 minutes to ensure meat is cooked through.

Final Assembly:

1. Spread mayo, ketchup, mustard and relish on bottom bun.
2. Place lettuce, tomato slices and raw onion on top.
3. Add 4 ½ pound burger patty on top of vegetables.
4. Place cheese and 40 pieces of cooked bacon on top.
5. Place middle bun on top.
6. Spread the top with mayo, ketchup, mustard and relish.
7. Place lettuce, tomato slices and raw onion on top.
8. Add 4 ½ pound burger patty on top of vegetables.
9. Place cheese and 40 pieces of cooked bacon on top.
10. Place remaining bun on top.

One great cooking tip to pass along; consider using a pizza peel to flip your patties on the grill, it makes for a great extra large spatula! Don't know where to buy a pizza peel?  Check out the Wholesale Club or Bed Bath & Beyond!

Be sure to share your photos with the Western Team on our Facebook Page!

Happy Grilling!

Canada Day Fireworks in Edmonton

Canada Day Fireworks in Edmonton

Enjoy the magnificent fireworks display over Edmonton’s river valley parks and the North Saskatchewan River.

Date: July 1, 2017
Time: 11pm

Best Viewing Locations

• Alberta Legislature Grounds (Capital Plaza - north plaza)
• Government House Park (Groat Road and River Valley Road)
• Ezio Faraone Park
• RE/MAX Field - Those attending the Edmonton Prospects vs the Moose Jaw Express game on July 1 are welcome to remain in their seats at the RE/MAX Field to watch the fireworks

Viewing areas accessible on foot only (closed to vehicles):

• Victoria Park / River Valley Road
• Walterdale Hill Road and Queen Elizabeth Park Road
• 109 Street (between Saskatchewan Drive and the High Level Bridge)
• Note: No viewing is available from Kinsmen Park.

Pedestrian access is unavailable in Kinsmen Park, Walterdale Hill, and the High Level and Menzies Bridges after road closure are in effect. Kinsmen playground and picnic areas are closed on Canada Day.

Watercraft 

Watercraft may be taken out on the river to view the fireworks, however for safety reasons, a portion of the river in front of the launch zone at Kinsmen (from approximately the High Level Bridge to the Walterdale Bridge) will be blocked off to all watercraft during the fireworks. 

Road Closures

Expect traffic delays 2-hours before the fireworks and 90-minutes after the show. Please be patient and courteous to help to make the trip home from the fireworks safe for everyone. For road closure details see the Current Traffic Disruptions map.

Event Parking

Usual restrictions and increased parking bans will be in effect. The installation of no parking signs and no stopping signs will begin early on July 1st to ensure that these lanes are clear of vehicles during peak traffic times.

There will be no stopping or parking from 7pm until midnight at these locations:

• Whyte Avenue, between 101 Street and 109 Street
• Jasper Avenue, between 101 Street and 112 Street
• 109 Street, between 99 Avenue and 104 Avenue
• 109 Street, between 82 Avenue and Saskatchewan Drive
• 107 Street, between 99 Avenue and 102 Avenue
• 105 Street, between 102 Avenue and 104 Avenue
• Vehicles illegally parked will be tagged and towed. With minimal parking in the area of many venues, Edmontonians are encouraged to take the bus or LRT.

The team at Western would like to extend our best wishes to your and your family for a safe and fun Canada Day Weekend!  Happy 150th Birthday, Canada!

GMC, Like A Pro!

GMC, Like A Pro!

Earlier this month, GMC debuted “Like A Pro,” a new campaign evolving its “We Are Professional Grade” positioning. “Like A Pro” celebrates GMC vehicles and customers — people who passionately live life to a higher standard. The “Like A Pro” campaign illustrates the core values of “We Are Professional Grade” and shows the emotional connection customers have with their GMC trucks and SUV models.

GMC owners demand vehicles that are designed, engineered and built to a higher standard. For nearly 20 years, GMC has established a strong reputation with “We Are Professional Grade.”

 “The values of our dedicated GMC owners are reflected in our “Professional Grade” spirit, whose passion and abilities set them apart, as individuals and with their peers,” said Mike Speranzini, brand director for GMC in Canada. “With this new campaign we look forward to bringing that emotional connection to life, and show how we think our customers live their lives like pros.”

The new ads, filmed in Canada, feature GMC Denali trucks and SUVs — the pinnacle of Professional Grade. The campaign also debuts the all-new GMC Terrain, which launches later this summer. Terrain joins the hot-selling, recently redesigned GMC Acadia in the GMC SUV lineup. 

The lead ad, “How Do You Want To Live — Anthem,” will air in 30- and 60-second executions. This new work showcases those who reach higher in everything they do. Leading to Father’s Day weekend, GMC will debut “Dad Like A Pro” in select media, including the final round of a major golf tournament. The 60-second spot gives an inside look at the relationship between a father and his son. The emotional connection in the spot is further enhanced by the casting of a real-life father and son. During the summer, a new Acadia spot called “Third Row Like A Pro” will be added. This spot showcases a parent maximizing the versatility and capability of the GMC Acadia. In unique time-lapsed editing, you see the driver manage three rows, three sports … no problem.

With the popularity of double cab special edition trucks with Canadians, a unique 30-second spot called “Truck Envy”, featuring the Sierra Elevation edition, will additionally air in Canada.

The campaign will showcase the GMC brand across media channels and consumer touchpoints from broadcast television to the showroom floor. Join the conversation on social media using #LikeAPro.

To learn more, reach out to one of our GMC Experts at Western GMC Buick, call 780-486-3333 or visit in person at 18325 Stony Plain Rd, Edmonton.  We're Making It Easy!

Source:GM Canada

Hackers Wanted!

Hackers Wanted!

GM Canada, along with Ryerson DMZ and Ryerson Futures will host the first-ever GM Canada sponsored hackathon. Dubbed hackAI, the event will run on June 24 and 25, 2017 at the Sandbox by DMZ, Ryerson University. Participating teams, consisting of 2-4 members each, will focus on solving how Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered assistants might change the way we work, move and play in an autonomous age.

Over the two-day period, industry professionals, students and startups will brainstorm, design and create a virtual assistant designed to help enhance the experience individuals have with their vehicles beyond driving. Participants will be asked to dream big and find solutions in creating a virtual assistant to enhance and revolutionize the way they interact with their vehicle, pushing the boundaries of todays assisted interactions to take us to a new era of personalization.

At the end of the hackathon, teams will present their solutions to a panel of industry-leading judges who will crown a winner. The winning team will be awarded a cash prize of $3,000 CDN, with cash prizes given to the second and third place teams respectively.

“The future is going to be AI driven and it will impact all of our lives,” said Ted Graham, head of open innovation, GM Canada. “Events like hackAI are the perfect platform to engage with an ecosystem of current and future entrepreneurs and foster out-of-the-box ideas. We’re looking forward to connecting with future talent as we continue to fulfill our mandate of growing to approximately 1,000 engineer and software developers in the areas of autonomous vehicle software & controls development, active safety and vehicle dynamics technology, infotainment and connected vehicle technology.”

“AI is creating a level of connectivity in the automotive industry that promises to bring major benefits to manufacturers and consumers alike,” said Abdullah Snobar, executive director of the DMZ. “While AI automotive applications that involve driverless cars receive the most attention, our hackAI event will enable participants to explore and test what other innovations can drive this evolving market.” 

"We are excited for the unique opportunity to bring AI-based innovation together with real automotive challenges," says Alan Lysne, Managing Director of Ryerson Futures. "Along with GM and our partners, we welcome teams from a variety of industries to develop solutions collaboratively and effectively."

Approximately 150 participants, judges and industry leaders are expected to attend. 

For more information or to follow along with Western GMC Buick For on the hackathon dmz.to/GMhackAI. Follow #GMhackAI on Twitter.

Source: GM Canada

GMC All Mountain 2.0 At Western GMC Buick

A RARE OPPORTUNITY!

The team at Western GMC Buick would like to extend a rare opportunity to our valued customers and local truck fans alike.  From now, until Saturday, June 10th at 6pm we are pleased to welcome you to visit our dealership and meet the amazing GMC All Mountain 2.0 in our showroom and have one of our GMC Product Experts assist you in sitting behind the wheel of this legendary machine!

ABOUT

The GMC All Mountain 2.0 is the second of its kind with the version 1.0 dedicated to the GMC Whistler Blackcomb partnership. This cliff-climbing monster takes GMC engineering excellence to new heights with larger Mattracks, a 12" lift kit and a ton of GM accessories. It has recently finished traveling across the country supporting GMC at the major AutoShows. To help celebrate the GMC Calgary Stampede partnership it will receive a new name and creative wrap and kick things off as the lead vehicle in the Stampede parade.

SPECS

• Truck: 2016 GMC Sierra 2500, 4WD, Crew Cab
• Lift: 12” lift kit
• Mattracks: 175 Series with customGMC paint job
• GM Accessories: Sierra Grille, Tonneau Cover, Ski Rack, Bed Extender, All Weather Matts, Sport Bars, Tulle Roof Basket, Tulle Snowboard Carrier, Chrome Fuel Cap, GM Kicker Stereo, Kicker Exterior Dual Pod Speaker Kit, Kicker Amp, Kicker Wiring Connectors Aftermarket Accessories: Master Switch Panel,
• Lighting Package: Wheel Wells, Basket front and sides, Underbody,Head and Tail
• Total Weight: 10,000+ lbs
• Length: 22', Width: 7' , Height 10'

This is your chance to get up close and personal with the GMC All Mountain 2.0!  Visit Western GMC Buick at 18325 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton, between now and 6pm on June 10th, 2017!

We look forward to seeing you, your family and friends... and don't forget to grab some photos to share on your Facebook and Instagram!