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Health care dominated Alberta lobbying registry in 2024

Health care dominated Alberta lobbying registry in 2024

Alberta Health was the target of 135 new lobbying registrations this year, more than any other provincial ministry.
From ride on lawnmowers to semi trucks - RCMP seized vehicles in Northern Alberta

From ride on lawnmowers to semi trucks - RCMP seized vehicles in Northern Alberta

Fort McMurray man charged after dozens of items recovered at Athabasca County residence
Non-alcoholic drinks aren't just for the sober, as more Canadians cut back

Non-alcoholic drinks aren't just for the sober, as more Canadians cut back

Whether it's for a celebration, a gathering or an evening to unwind, Canadians increasingly favour non-alcoholic options over beer, wine and spirits.
COVID-19 mandatory vaccination lawsuit against Ottawa moving ahead

COVID-19 mandatory vaccination lawsuit against Ottawa moving ahead

A Federal Court of Canada judge has rejected Ottawa's move to dismiss the case.
Deaths prompt recommendation for clothing donation bin safety standards in Alberta

Deaths prompt recommendation for clothing donation bin safety standards in Alberta

A judge is asking the Alberta government to consider developing minimum safety standards for clothing donation bins after three people got stuck trying to get inside and died.
Retired Cochrane teacher offers grief advice in wake of killing of teacher

Retired Cochrane teacher offers grief advice in wake of killing of teacher

A recently retired Cochrane educator is offering timely advice for parents and kids grappling with grief.
Alberta football player only Canadian invited to Indigenous Bowl

Alberta football player only Canadian invited to Indigenous Bowl

Airdrie teen Keilan Thompson made history as the sole Canadian player selected to participate in the prestigious Indigenous Bowl, held at the Saboba Indian Reservation in California.
Alberta cowgirl starts Miss Rodeo Canada 2025 reign

Alberta cowgirl starts Miss Rodeo Canada 2025 reign

Until Jan. 1, Codi Wilson was the lady-in-waiting to replace Miss Rodeo Canada 2024 Kaylee Shantz, who is also from Alberta.
Canada primed for more severe wildfire days, driven by dry forest fuel: study

Canada primed for more severe wildfire days, driven by dry forest fuel: study

The greatest increase in burn severity days was recorded in an area covering northern Quebec and an area covering Northwest Territories, northwest Alberta and northeast British Columbia.
Calgary army reservist and museum curator killed while ice climbing in B.C.

Calgary army reservist and museum curator killed while ice climbing in B.C.

A Calgary army reserve officer was killed in an ice-climbing accident in eastern British Columbia over the holidays.
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