Calgary Herald - Local (6 minutes ago)
Brad Gushue going 0-fer at the WFG Masters? It's quite the major miss. And it's completely unexpected from Canada's top men's curling crew of the last few years. Gushue and his reigning three-time Brier champs — slightly revamped this fall with the highly publicized opt-in of Brendan Bottcher for E.J. Harnden at second — can't […]
ReadCBC - Edmonton (7 minutes ago)
Trump's threats of widespread tariffs, and Canada's threat of its own tariffs in response, has the potential to impact hundreds of thousands of jobs, ignite inflation pressures and bruise the financial health of many industries. In particular, Alberta and its oilpatch are in the crosshairs as energy is Canada's largest export to the U.S., worth...
ReadCBC - Edmonton (7 minutes ago)
Ahead of the U.S. president-elect's rapidly approaching inauguration, Canadians in the agri-food sector are anxiously awaiting what could be a turbulent start to a second Donald Trump term, as threats of sweeping tariffs continue to dominate headlines.
ReadCBC - Calgary (8 minutes ago)
Ontario Premier Doug Ford said Wednesday the country's leaders must put Canada first and forcefully hit back against president-elect Donald Trump if he goes ahead with punishing tariffs on all of our goods while also singling out Alberta Premier Danielle Smith for her reluctance to go all-in on retaliation.
ReadCityNews - Calgary (3 hours ago)
Police are asking for help finding an elderly man who was last seen in NW Calgary on Thursday night. Calgary police say 88-year-old Peter was last seen around 9 p.m. leaving a home in the community of Tuscany. Peter is believed to be driving a white 2021 Ford Escape with the Alberta license plate BGK […]
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (3 hours ago)
The Edmonton Oilers agreed to terms with defenceman John Klingberg to a one-year contract Friday. The deal is worth $1 million, pro-rated, and includes a signing bonus of $350,000. The 6-foot-2, 185-pound veteran of 11 NHL seasons has 412 points (81 goals, 331 assists) in 633 games, most recently with the Toronto Maple Leafs after […]
ReadCBC - Edmonton (5 hours ago)
Edmonton police have charged an inmate with second-degree murder after 26-year-old Nathaniel Burchat died following an altercation inside the Edmonton Remand Centre in December. Burchat was a former soldier who had serious mental health issues, according to his family.
ReadCityNews - Calgary (5 hours ago)
The Town of Cochrane says the winds that swept through Alberta on Thursday night were strong enough to knock over a centuries-old landmark. In a release on Friday, the town says its approximately 300-year old ‘Grandfather Tree’ fell over during the windstorm. The tree is located in wooded area just off of a walking trail […]
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (5 hours ago)
Edmonton’s mayor is defending the way city council appoints police commissioners and is concerned the Edmonton Police Service can challenge who oversees police actions as council faces a provincial inquiry. Mayor Amarjeet Sohi said the Edmonton Police Commission recruitment process is solid and fair, the same one council has been using for...
ReadCBC - Calgary (6 hours ago)
As Danielle Smith charts her own path through choppy waters, West of Centre host Kathleen Petty dives into the fallout with Heather Exner-Pirot of the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, Zain Velji of The Strategists podcast, and Gary Mar of the Canada West Foundation.
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (6 hours ago)
After a strong year of economic growth spurred by housing and immigration, Edmonton’s economy now faces uncertainty as external factors like the threat of tariffs from United States president-elect Donald Trump could have indeterminate consequences on the city’s economy. “There’s a lot more uncertainty. When we finalized our summer outlook,...
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (6 hours ago)
An Edmonton judge is being asked to decide whether to review a decision not to prosecute a police officer accused of using excessive force — a step with little to no precedent in Canadian history. Pacey Dumas returned to court Friday for a preliminary hearing of his request for a judicial review. His lawyer, Heather […]
ReadCityNews - Calgary (6 hours ago)
As Canadians anxiously wait to see if incoming U.S. president Donald Trump will follow through on his tariff threats on exports — industries are bracing for the specific impact it will have on them. What could the changes mean for Alberta beef? Agriculture in the province is use to swings in the weather and changing […]
ReadCBC - Edmonton (7 hours ago)
Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation is raising concerns about a proposed AI data centre in their traditional territory. Celebrity investor Kevin O'Leary plans to fund and develop the "world's largest" AI data centre in the Municipal District of Greenview near Grande Prairie.
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (7 hours ago)
It's been a long time since I have laughed so hard at Shakespeare. Goblin: Macbeth, playing at the Citadel, is tragic and morose, but it's also hilarious and one of the most entertaining shows of the year. The concept is exactly what's advertised: three goblins meet the audience in the lobby, looking to put on […]
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (7 hours ago)
Featuring nine regional to international bands, the brand-new RiverCity Bluegrass Festival kicks off Friday at Edmonton Inn, including workshops, lobby jams and of course full-on concerts through Sunday. Those familiar with the often (but not always) most chipper of roots genres understand well the hypnotizing effect of this Appalachian-borne...
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (8 hours ago)
The Alberta Energy Regulator has laid nine charges against Imperial Oil almost two years after an estimated 5.3 million litres of contaminated wastewater overflowed from a pond at its Kearl oilsands mine north of Fort McMurray. The charges, announced Friday, include failing to report the spill as soon as the company became aware of it, […]
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (8 hours ago)
The Alberta government says the decision to appoint the wife of a former justice minister to the provincial court of justice was subject to “extensive” and independent vetting. On Wednesday, Justice Minister Mickey Amery announced the appointment of three new provincial judges, including Emem Madu, whose husband Kaycee Madu served as minister...
ReadCalgary Herald - Local (8 hours ago)
Calgary Flames fans want to talk about the trade deadline. That couldn't have been more clear as we canvassed for questions for our latest edition of Hot Topics. The most popular subject, by a country mile, was the best approach for Flames general manager Craig Conroy between now and March 7. Despite back-to-back losses to […]
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (9 hours ago)
They say it’s lonely at the top. At least, if the Edmonton Oilers get their way it will be. They would like nothing more than a little well-earned solitude after reaching the top of the Pacific Division for the first time this season, having caught up to the Vegas Golden Knights in first place. Edmonton’s […]
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (9 hours ago)
This in from Darren Dreger of TSN: “John Klingberg heading to the Oilers.” He then updated:”Klingberg contract with the Oilers. $1M (pro rated) salary and $350,000 bonus.” My take 1. At this price, the puck-moving Klingberg could be a win-win, with Klingberg slotting in next to Darnell Nurse on the second pairing, providing a steady […]
ReadCalgary Herald - Local (9 hours ago)
EDMONTON — The Alberta Energy Regulator has laid nine charges against Imperial Oil almost two years after an estimated 5.3 million litres of contaminated wastewater overflowed from a pond at its Kearl oilsands mine north of Fort McMurray, Alta. The charges, announced Friday, include failing to report the spill as soon as the company became […]
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (10 hours ago)
An inmate at the Edmonton Remand Centre is charged with second-degree murder in the December homicide of Nathaniel Burchat, city police said Friday. A young military veteran struggling with mental health issues, Burchat, 26, died in hospital after suffering a head injury during an "altercation” on Dec. 18 at the Edmonton-area jail. At the time,...
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (10 hours ago)
As a former educational assistant, I feel a deep connection to my peers who are currently on strike. It saddens me to see their dedication and skill being undervalued. They are being told they are “part-time” and “replaceable.” Let that sink in: the only people with the skillset to truly “replace” educational assistants (EAs) during...
ReadCityNews - Calgary (10 hours ago)
The Alberta Energy Regulator has laid nine charges against Imperial Oil almost two years after an estimated 5.3 million litres of toxic wastewater spilled from a pond at its Kearl oilsands mine north of Fort McMurray, Alta. The charges include failing to report the spill as soon as the company became aware of it, releasing […]
ReadCityNews - Calgary (11 hours ago)
A wave of news coming from the Edmonton Police Commission and police headquarters. Thursday afternoon, Edmonton police asked Public Safety Minister Mike Ellis to investigate the appointment of two members to the Edmonton Police Commission by city council last month. Dan Jones, a criminologist and former police detective. And Renée Vaugeois, an...
ReadCityNews - Calgary (11 hours ago)
The Calgary Wild FC recently named its first head coach, Lydia Bedford. “The very first home game, we really want to create a special moment that day. The history of that moment is going to be so imporant to everyone in the city. Be a part of it. Come on the journey with us.” Lydia […]
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (13 hours ago)
A look at Friday’s Edmonton weather from Environment Canada. It’s currently -10 C at the Edmonton Blatchford weather station with 8 km/h winds from the northwest. Whew, that was one heck of a snow squall! An alert was sent out at 11:18 p.m. Thursday evening by 511 Alberta warning of dangerous road conditions do to […]
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (14 hours ago)
OTTAWA — Chrystia Freeland is running to be the next leader of the Liberal party and prime minister of Canada. She said in a statement posted on social media Friday morning she will launch her campaign officially on Sunday. “I’m running to fight for Canada,” she said in the one-sentence statement. Freeland wrote an op-ed […]
ReadCalgary Herald - Local (14 hours ago)
Before long, Calgary painter Brittney Tough’s watercolour will be keeping some lofty company. Her very Canadian image of a Hudson’s Bay blanket – that iconic striped white-wool quilt – has been accepted into the Royal Collection, which has been amassed by British monarchs over the past 500 years. Needless to say, the collection has some...
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (15 hours ago)
Sum 41: Having released their final album last March, Sum 41 is in town Friday night to say goodbye on the Tour of the Setting Sum, the band's ninth-last show ever before they wrap it up in Toronto Jan. 30 — that’s sold out, of course, but the Edmonton show has tickets left! Delivering Bart-Simpson-haired […]
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (15 hours ago)
Q: I have two questions regarding the care of a small Bonsai tree (I think it is a juniper) that I received for Christmas. Information I have been able to get off the internet recommends keeping it in a south, west or east window. Should I leave it on the windowsill overnight? Our winters are […]
ReadCalgary Herald - Local (15 hours ago)
ABC premiered a game show in 1999 called Who Wants to be a Millionaire? The title seems quaint today. A report by Oxfam in early 2024 found that the world's richest one per cent own 43 per cent of all global financial assets. The world's five richest individuals — Elon Musk, Bernard Arnault and family, […]
ReadCalgary Herald - Local (15 hours ago)
Last year, Alberta turned back decades of sustainable wildlife management to expand hunting and trapping. Was there any scientific justification for these changes? Forestry and Parks Minister Todd Loewen seems to think so but, despite repeated requests, no evidence has been provided. Most of the evidence suggests these decisions are unsustainable...
ReadCalgary Herald - Local (15 hours ago)
Hopefully, the Calgary Flames were able snap some good photos of the iconic Gateway Arch. Otherwise, they didn't accomplish much during their three-day stay in St. Louis. The Blues completed a sweep of this rare regular-season double, rolling Thursday to a 4-1 victory in the rematch at Enterprise Center. As Calgary's captain, Mikael Backlund,...
ReadEdmonton Sun - Local (15 hours ago)
Will a new leader help the Liberals? Vote in our daily poll! Alberta has a problem and it is the premier. Instead of supporting the rest of Canada, she said she will not stop screaming till we all agree with her. I think the oil and gas business is pushing, but it is not the […]
ReadCityNews - Calgary (15 hours ago)
The weather in Calgary and across much of southern Alberta is about to take a turn after a warmer-than-normal start to the new year. 660 NewsRadio meteorologist Kevin Stanfield says a temperature drop started Thursday afternoon with wind warnings already in place for areas outside of the city. “We are expecting that temperature drop to […]
ReadCalgary Sun - Local (16 hours ago)
Reason to celebrate Best. News. Ever. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he will not run again in his Montreal riding in the next general election. He's been hounded out of office, forcing him to resign, slowly as it may be. But he doesn't want to be second banana to anyone in a Liberal opposition party […]
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (18 hours ago)
The hypocrisy of the Canadian provincial and federal leadership is glaring. Doug Ford knows that Ontario, being the industrial heartland of Canada, will take the biggest hit in a tariff war with the U.S. But he wants to use energy threats to counter the tariffs and is urging Alberta and Saskatchewan to put Canada first […]
ReadCalgary Herald - Local (20 hours ago)
Deryck Whibley stopped his band mid-song less than half way through Sum 41’s concert at the Saddledome Thursday night. The song was Noots, which is apparently a fan favourite despite having never been recorded by the band in its 28-year career. So it was a treat for the most devoted of the devoted fans who […]
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (23 hours ago)
In a wild track meet of a game, with Colorado scoring the first three goals, then Edmonton the next four, the Oilers won 4-3 in Denver on Thursday night. In total, the Grade A shots were 17 for the Oilers, eight for the Avs, with the subset of more dangerous 5-alarm shots nine for Edmonton, […]
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (23 hours ago)
This game was supposed to have been decided six months ago. The Edmonton Oilers were doomed to lose it back in July, when the NHL released its schedule. Teams playing the seventh game of a 15-day road trip through four times zones, in the second of back-to-back games and their third game in four nights, […]
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (A day ago)
The Alberta government will launch an inquiry into Edmonton city council’s choice of police commissioners, putting the appointments of two commissioners on hold, after outgoing Chief Dale McFee and police leadership asked the province to intervene. Alberta Public Safety Minister Mike Ellis said Thursday he will investigate the “alleged...
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (A day ago)
The latest candidate to throw his hat in the ring for the leadership of the federal Liberal party says if the carbon tax is eliminated, something better would have to take its place. Mark Carney announced his bid to become leader of the Liberal Party of Canada surrounded by dozens of supporters in Edmonton on […]
ReadCityNews - Calgary (A day ago)
A stretch of the Trans-Canada Highway has reopened east of Calgary after a multi-vehicle crash on Thursday afternoon. RCMP said they were on scene of a crash on Highway 1 east of Gleichen, between Highway 901 and Highway 842, before 3 p.m. No injuries have been reported. Both the east and westbound lanes were closed […]
ReadCityNews - Calgary (A day ago)
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is slamming Alberta's refusal to sign a joint statement on the plan to respond to Donald Trump's tariff threats, saying Premier Danielle Smith is not putting Canadians first. On Wednesday, Smith said Alberta would not agree to impose tariffs on energy or other products being exported to the United States. Her […]
ReadCityNews - Calgary (A day ago)
An Alberta judge has stayed sex charges against a deaf man because the courts couldn’t find an interpreter to help him understand the legal proceedings. The three charges against 31-year-old Kendal Longclaws of Ermineskin Cree Nation, south of Edmonton, stemmed from alleged assaults that took place between 2012 and 2016 and in 2021. In a […]
ReadEdmonton Sun - Local (A day ago)
You could almost hear the grins on Liberal election strategists' lips, so giddy were they when Alberta Premier Danielle Smith chose not to go along to get along with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the her nine fellow premiers following a strategy meeting in Ottawa on Wednesday to discuss Canada's response to the 25 per […]
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (A day ago)
The year's first major music festival is about to pour like sweet syrup all over ten Downtown Edmonton venues. Starting Jan. 22, Winterruption brings us 103 artists including surreal East Coast rapper Kool Keith — aka Dr. Octagon, "America's local band” Cheekface out of L.A., and Nashville's dreamy-beautiful Phosphorescent returns to town at...
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (A day ago)
From 1971 to 1983, Carney lived in the west-end neighbourhood of Laurier Heights, shovelling walks for spending money, delivering the Edmonton Journal and graduating from St. Francis Xavier high school before leaving town for Harvard University
ReadEdmonton Journal - Local (A day ago)
The Alberta government is proposing to cut a third of the funding the Alberta Law Foundation grants to non-profit organizations that provide essential legal information and services to vulnerable Albertans. In 1973, Premier Lougheed’s government created the Alberta Law Foundation to receive interest on lawyers’ pooled trust accounts. Until...
ReadCityNews - Calgary (A day ago)
Cease and desist. That’s the demand from the Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation in an open letter to Alberta Premier Danielle Smith. "We just want to make sure that we were heard when it comes to this type of thing. You know, it’s definitely concerning,” Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation Chief Sheldon Sunshine told CityNews. At issue […]
ReadCalgary Herald - Local (A day ago)
On the latest episode of Hot Topics, Postmedia's Rob Wong chats with Postmedia Calgary Flames writer Wes Gilbertson about the Flames season at the halfway point of the year. They discuss what Wes has liked and disliked about the Flames, the NHL debut of Rory Kerins and if Dustin Wolf deserves to be a Calder […]
ReadCalgary Herald - Local (A day ago)
More homes doesn't necessarily mean cheaper home prices. Calgary's real estate market enters 2025 with more supply available than at the start of last year. Inventory of resale homes at the end of 2024 grew to shy of 3,000 homes, Calgary Real Estate Board statistics show. That's an increase of nearly 38 per cent from […]
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