Separatist talk renews in Alberta following Justin Trudeau Liberal victory
Alberta wildlife officers forced to euthanize grizzly after shot left it partially paralyzed
Husky Energy lays off undetermined amount of employees
Edmonton Strathcona becomes the only non-Conservative seat in Alberta after voting in NDP Heather McPherson
Conservative Tim Uppal wins Edmonton Mill Woods seat, booting Liberal Amarjeet Sohi
Conservative James Cumming wins Edmonton Centre, defeating Liberal Randy Boissonnault
1 dead, 1 injured after multiple-vehicle crash near Rimbey, Alta.
Police said emergency crews were going to be at the scene for “several hours,” and advised drivers to avoid the area. Continue reading
Alberta government looking for witnesses, says arsonist started May Slave Lake wildfire
The Alberta government says an arsonist was behind a massive wildfire that burned over 273,000 hectares in the Slave Lake area in the summer of 2019. Continue reading
Toronto Raptors receive championship rings in pre-game ceremony
There are over 650 diamonds – at a weight of 14 carats – in the 14-karat yellow gold ring, which is the largest NBA championship ring ever made, the team said. Continue reading
Edmonton city manager Linda Cochrane announces retirement
After 38 “wonderful years,” Edmonton’s city manager Linda Cochrane is retiring. Continue reading
We Day aims to empower young Albertans to better their communities
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
Young Albertans gathered in downtown Edmonton on Tuesday for a conference meant to inspire them to create positive change in the world. Continue reading
WATCH: Global National – October 22
Watch the full broadcast of Global National with Dawna Friesen Continue reading
How to build a Growth Mindset in your kids: ‘They are going to be unstoppable’
By Laurel Gregory Reporter
A childhood resilience expert explains how failing and struggle are cornerstones of growth and how parents can help kids embrace them. Continue reading
Future of fireworks in Edmonton in question after changes made by Ottawa
By Scott Johnston Reporter
Several Sikh and Hindu leaders converged on Edmonton City Hall Tuesday worried about Sunday’s Diwali amid fears the event would be in jeopardy because Ottawa changed the rules on the use of fireworks. Continue reading
Transgender woman denied waxing of male genitals wasn’t discriminated against: Tribunal
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The B.C. human rights tribunal found Jessica Yaniv’s complaint was motivated by personal financial gain and a racial animus against certain ethnic groups. Continue reading
Flashfood app offers discounts on nearing-expiry grocery items, reduces waste
An app that Real Canadian Superstore locations launched last summer offers big discounts on food getting close to its best-before date while also diverting waste from the landfill. Continue reading
Oilpatch market reaction muted after election of minority Liberal government
Investors in the oil and gas sector were shrugging off the federal election results despite predictions that a Liberal minority propped up by the NDP and Greens would result in policies that hurt the industry. Continue reading
The ridings with the best (and worst) voter turnout in B.C.
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Voter engagement was not equal across the province — in some ridings, voters turned out in droves, while in others they barely cracked 50 per cent. Continue reading
Crime Beat podcast: The boy who fell through the cracks
By Nancy Hixt Crime Reporter
It was nearly a decade later before anyone realized just how bad things got for Alex, and by that time, it was too late. Alex was dead. Continue reading
Tory blue wave sweeps Alberta, Saskatchewan, bringing challenges with Liberal minority
With Alberta and Saskatchewan nearly entirely Tory blue, what does that mean for getting resources to market with a Liberal minority government in Ottawa? Continue reading
Rats trained to operate mini cars find driving relaxing, study finds
A recent study found that rats, like humans, feel satisfaction when they learn a new skill. Continue reading
Canada election 2019: Results from the federal election
Global News will have live, real-time election results for all 338 ridings as polls begin to close across the country starting at 7 p.m. ET Continue reading
Justin Trudeau’s Liberals will form a minority government
Victory for Jody Wilson-Raybould as an Independent among several major upsets in the federal election. Continue reading
As it happened: 2019 Canadian election coverage
Global News has multiplatform election coverage as the 2019 federal election campaign comes to a close. Livestream our Decision Canada broadcast and follow our live blog here. Continue reading
Separatist talk renews in Alberta following Justin Trudeau Liberal victory
Monday’s federal election proved once again the massive difference in the political landscape between west and east. Continue reading
5 things to know about the results of Canada’s 43rd general election
Here are five things about how Monday’s vote reshaped the political power balance in Canada. Continue reading
1 dead, 1 injured after multiple-vehicle crash near Rimbey, Alta.
Police said emergency crews were going to be at the scene for “several hours,” and advised drivers to avoid the area. Continue reading
Alberta government looking for witnesses, says arsonist started May Slave Lake wildfire
The Alberta government says an arsonist was behind a massive wildfire that burned over 273,000 hectares in the Slave Lake area in the summer of 2019. Continue reading
Edmonton city manager Linda Cochrane announces retirement
After 38 “wonderful years,” Edmonton’s city manager Linda Cochrane is retiring. Continue reading
We Day aims to empower young Albertans to better their communities
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
Young Albertans gathered in downtown Edmonton on Tuesday for a conference meant to inspire them to create positive change in the world. Continue reading
How to build a Growth Mindset in your kids: ‘They are going to be unstoppable’
By Laurel Gregory Reporter
A childhood resilience expert explains how failing and struggle are cornerstones of growth and how parents can help kids embrace them. Continue reading
Future of fireworks in Edmonton in question after changes made by Ottawa
By Scott Johnston Reporter
Several Sikh and Hindu leaders converged on Edmonton City Hall Tuesday worried about Sunday’s Diwali amid fears the event would be in jeopardy because Ottawa changed the rules on the use of fireworks. Continue reading
Flashfood app offers discounts on nearing-expiry grocery items, reduces waste
An app that Real Canadian Superstore locations launched last summer offers big discounts on food getting close to its best-before date while also diverting waste from the landfill. Continue reading
Husky Energy lays off undetermined amount of employees
Husky officials confirmed on Tuesday the energy company let go an undetermined amount of workers. Continue reading
Oilpatch market reaction muted after election of minority Liberal government
Investors in the oil and gas sector were shrugging off the federal election results despite predictions that a Liberal minority propped up by the NDP and Greens would result in policies that hurt the industry. Continue reading
Wildlife officers forced to euthanize grizzly after shot left it partially paralyzed
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
Witnesses told officers the bear was shot in the spine and could only move by dragging itself with its paws. Continue reading
Alberta premier to create panel aimed at ‘fight for fairness’ in Canadian constitution
Alberta Premier Jason Kenney said he’s spoken to his caucus about Monday night’s election results and will address the media about it Tuesday afternoon. Continue reading
Separatist talk renews in Alberta following Justin Trudeau Liberal victory
Monday’s federal election proved once again the massive difference in the political landscape between west and east. Continue reading
Crime Beat podcast: The boy who fell through the cracks
By Nancy Hixt Crime Reporter
It was nearly a decade later before anyone realized just how bad things got for Alex, and by that time, it was too late. Alex was dead. Continue reading
Tory blue wave sweeps Alberta, Saskatchewan, bringing challenges with Liberal minority
With Alberta and Saskatchewan nearly entirely Tory blue, what does that mean for getting resources to market with a Liberal minority government in Ottawa? Continue reading
Edmonton Strathcona becomes the only non-Conservative seat in Alberta after voting in NDP Heather McPherson
Every federal riding in Alberta voted in a Conservative MP Monday, except for one: Edmonton Strathcona remained NDP. Continue reading
Conservative James Cumming wins Edmonton Centre, defeating Liberal Randy Boissonnault
Former Liberal MP Randy Boissonnault lost his seat in Edmonton Centre to Conservative James Cumming in Monday night’s federal election. Continue reading
Conservative Greg McLean beats out longtime Liberal Kent Hehr in Calgary Centre
Kent Hehr, a former Alberta MLA, was fighting for re-election following nearly a year of scandal in light of sexual harassment allegations from several women. Continue reading
Conservative Tim Uppal wins Edmonton Mill Woods seat, booting Liberal Amarjeet Sohi
Former cabinet minister Amarjeet Sohi lost one of Alberta’s few Liberal seats in Monday night’s federal election. Continue reading
Alberta students support Conservative candidates in mock election but province isn’t all blue
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
Most of the Alberta students voted in a Conservative MP, but a few key ridings across the province didn’t follow suit. Continue reading
Child struck by vehicle on Edmonton’s 118 Avenue
Edmonton police blocked off the intersection of 118 Avenue and 66 Street in all directions. Continue reading
Social media plays major role in 2019 federal election
By Tiffany Lizée Meteorologist
Social media is playing a bigger role in the election campaign than ever before and that has forced Canadian federal party leaders to change the way they communicate to their followers. Continue reading
Alberta crash survivor shares message to reduce distracted driving
By Chris Chacon Digital Journalist
An Alberta woman who almost lost her life after texting and driving is on a mission to change that. Continue reading
Closing arguments in Abdulahi Sharif’s trial to be heard Wednesday
The trial for a man accused of stabbing an Edmonton police officer and striking four pedestrians with a van is coming to an end. Continue reading
Man who defaced Thunberg mural in Edmonton says he wasn’t ‘taking shots at Greta’
A man says he defaced a mural of teenage Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg because he wanted to take a stand peacefully and the artist who created it says he doesn’t mind. Continue reading
Warrants issued for 2 women after 52 ‘neglected’ cats seized from Edmonton home
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
Two women are facing a number of charges after 52 cats were seized from a home and motor home in northwest Edmonton. Continue reading