I'm Also from Alberta And also just purchased a brand new ram 2500 power wagon, Less than 2 months ago.
I'm in a very similar situation to you of what you'd like to use it for.
I'm starting with tires and lights.
The new shoes go on this week 37" BFG KM3. Then The S Pod Bantam Bantam HD.
Then lights, Just as a start, At 4 Wheel Parts Hear in Edmonton.
I've been overlanding jeeps for the last 20 years All over the rockies in Alberta and BC.
I've only taken one road trip in the PW so far 8 hours each way. The wife love driving it.
So we will see what this much bigger platform Is like off road Compared to any of my jeeps including, my J10 Honcho.
Then next week we are heading to the East Kootenays in BC. For a Week With a friend's off road teardrop is drop trailer.
I think I read you're in Cochran, I'm in Edmonton. Be interested in following your build or answering any questions you might have.