Ottawa extends deadline for Trans Mountain decision to June 18
Transportation Safety Board issues 2 safety advisories after Field train derailment
Slight cannabis supply increase leads to 26 new Alberta retail licences
CFLPA tells players not to report to CFL training camps without new agreement
Lower price discounts to boost Q1 oil profits but sector still faces uncertainty
Transfer of power in Alberta begins following Alberta election
‘Amy was running with us’: Footprints appear next to Edmonton man tackling 10K for late wife
“Maybe she’s not here right now but she’s still inspiring me,” said Phil Alain, whose wife Amy died of lung cancer on Feb. 22. Continue reading
2 new STARS Air Ambulance helicopters unveiled in Calgary
The new helicopters are technologically advanced and have an updated version of the medical equipment found in the older models, STARS said. Continue reading
Toronto Stock Exchange sets record for highest close — here’s why
The S&P/TSX composite index gained 68.57 points to 16,612.81, surpassing the previous record close of 16,567.47 set last July. Continue reading
WestJet going to Canada’s highest court to quash proposed class action harassment lawsuit
Former WestJet flight attendant Mandalena Lewis alleges that the company failed to provide a harassment-free workplace for women. Continue reading
Librarians archiving Alberta’s scientific reports before change in government
An Alberta librarian has been archiving much of the provincial government’s online content — including studies on health and climate change policy — to prepare for a change in government. Continue reading
Air Canada pilots review Boeing 737 MAX systems amid global flight ban
Air Canada said on Thursday its Boeing Co 737 MAX pilots were reviewing aircraft systems and alternative flight conditions for the grounded planes, and the carrier would decide on further training pending final recommendations from regulators. Continue reading
6 people arrested after series of alleged distraction-style jewelry thefts in Edmonton
Six people are believed to have been involved in more than 20 alleged distraction-style thefts in Edmonton since March. Continue reading
Sleepy drivers get wake-up call with new impairment suit
By Deb Matejicka Community Reporter
Ford has come up with its latest impairment suit — the sleep suit — which is intended “to simulate driver fatigue.” Continue reading
Mueller report’s ‘limited redactions’ cover 139 of 199 pages on Russian meddling, analysis shows
As much as 40 per cent of the Mueller report’s 448 pages had redactions, an AP analysis showed. Continue reading
Attempted ATM theft at Deer Run Petro Canada gas station
Calgary police are investigating the attempted theft of an ATM from a gas station in the community of Deer Run. Continue reading
Fleetwood Mac reschedules Canadian shows — here are the dates
The legendary rockers will return to Canada this fall. Continue reading
Wealthiest Canadians paid slightly more in taxes after Liberals reforms
The Liberals came to power in 2015 on a signature campaign pledge – dubbed the “middle class tax cut” – to lower the tax rate on the middle income bracket and raise taxes on all income above $200,000. Continue reading
Drumheller building evacuated amid possible bomb scare
More details are expected to be released Thursday regarding a possible bomb scare in Drumheller. Continue reading
Calgary playoffs: Rantanen scores OT winner, Avs beat Flames 3-2 in Game 4
In the clear, Mikko Rantanen angled his stick back as he waited for the cross-ice pass to arrive. Once it did, he dropped to his left knee to give a little extra. Continue reading
Trudeau begins search for new Supreme Court justice, ignores Conservative calls to delay process
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau officially launched the selection process to replace Supreme Court Justice Clement Gascon today, ignoring calls from the federal Conservatives to delay it. Continue reading
Refugee claimant, in Canada since 2015, complicit in ISIS crimes against humanity, tribunal says
A Lebanese mechanic now living in Canada has been found complicit in crimes against humanity for repairing military vehicles for ISIS. Continue reading
3 climbers believed killed in Banff National Park avalanche
Due to dangerous conditions at the scene, recovery efforts weren’t possible on Thursday. Continue reading
Penticton mass shooting neighbourhood saw dozens of bylaw complaint calls: ex-city officials
Complaints included woodburning smoke, landscaping and on-site drainage related matters and a home business operating without a licence. Continue reading
Mueller’s redacted report says Trump didn’t commit crime — stops short of exonerating him
The U.S. Department of Justice released a redacted version of special counsel Robert Mueller’s report on Thursday, capping a 22-month investigation into Russia’s meddling in the 2016 U.S. presidential election. Continue reading
Ottawa extends deadline for Trans Mountain decision to June 18
The federal government is extending the deadline to make a decision on the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project to June 18. Continue reading
‘Amy was running with us’: Footprints appear next to Edmonton man tackling 10K for late wife
“Maybe she’s not here right now but she’s still inspiring me,” said Phil Alain, whose wife Amy died of lung cancer on Feb. 22. Continue reading
2 new STARS Air Ambulance helicopters unveiled in Calgary
The new helicopters are technologically advanced and have an updated version of the medical equipment found in the older models, STARS said. Continue reading
WestJet going to Canada’s highest court to quash proposed class action harassment lawsuit
Former WestJet flight attendant Mandalena Lewis alleges that the company failed to provide a harassment-free workplace for women. Continue reading
Lower price discounts to boost Q1 oil profits but sector still faces uncertainty
Lower discounts on western Canadian oil prices have swollen producer coffers in the first three months of the year, but analysts say they don’t expect to see big increases in drilling budgets as companies report results over the coming weeks. Continue reading
Librarians archiving Alberta’s scientific reports before change in government
An Alberta librarian has been archiving much of the provincial government’s online content — including studies on health and climate change policy — to prepare for a change in government. Continue reading
Transfer of power in Alberta begins following Alberta election
Outgoing premier Rachel Notley and incoming premier Jason Kenney are beginning the transfer of power following the Alberta election. Continue reading
6 people arrested after series of alleged distraction-style jewelry thefts in Edmonton
Six people are believed to have been involved in more than 20 alleged distraction-style thefts in Edmonton since March. Continue reading
Transportation Safety Board issues 2 safety advisories after Field train derailment
The TSB said it has advised Transport Canada to review the efficacy of air brake system inspection and maintenance procedures for grain hopper cars used in unit train operations. Continue reading
CFLPA tells players not to report to CFL training camps without new agreement
The CFLPA has instructed its players not to make travel arrangements to attend CFL training camps when they open May 19. Continue reading
Sleepy drivers get wake-up call with new impairment suit
By Deb Matejicka Community Reporter
Ford has come up with its latest impairment suit — the sleep suit — which is intended “to simulate driver fatigue.” Continue reading
3 climbers believed killed in Banff National Park avalanche
Due to dangerous conditions at the scene, recovery efforts weren’t possible on Thursday. Continue reading
Slight cannabis supply increase leads to 26 new Alberta retail licences
By Fletcher Kent Reporter
AGLC says since issuing 10 additional retail licences in January, there’s been “a modest increase in cannabis inventory available to retailers.” Continue reading
Attempted ATM theft at Deer Run Petro Canada gas station
Calgary police are investigating the attempted theft of an ATM from a gas station in the community of Deer Run. Continue reading
Fleetwood Mac reschedules Canadian shows — here are the dates
The legendary rockers will return to Canada this fall. Continue reading
Drumheller building evacuated amid possible bomb scare
More details are expected to be released Thursday regarding a possible bomb scare in Drumheller. Continue reading
Ottawa extends deadline for Trans Mountain decision to June 18
The federal government is extending the deadline to make a decision on the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project to June 18. Continue reading
Calgary playoffs: Rantanen scores OT winner, Avs beat Flames 3-2 in Game 4
In the clear, Mikko Rantanen angled his stick back as he waited for the cross-ice pass to arrive. Once it did, he dropped to his left knee to give a little extra. Continue reading
5 Calgary students win awards for artistic contributions to anti-drunk driving campaign
Five Calgary students were recognized by police for their artistic contributions to SADD, Students Against Drinking and Driving, on Wednesday. Continue reading
‘It’s our biggest game of the year’: Calgary Flames confident to find a way when it matters most
By Lisa MacGregor Sports/News Reporter and Anchor
It’s not do or die yet for the Calgary Flames in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Colorado Avalanche on Wednesday — but the team has officially entered survival mode. Continue reading
Climate change will disrupt food, hibernation schedule for Rocky Mountain grizzlies: U of C study
By 2080, buffaloberries in the Rockies will ripen three weeks earlier than they do now, which will widen the gap between when grizzlies eat and hibernate. Continue reading
‘Albertans will be disappointed’ with two-party legislature: pollster
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
Alberta has elected only two parties in the legislature for the first time since 1993. Continue reading
Calgary GSA students react to Jason Kenney’s victory in provincial election
By Jill Croteau Reporter
It was a hot-button issue throughout the Alberta election, dividing UCP supporters and the LGBTQ community. Many are now left wondering what will become of those concerns with Jason Kenney’s victory. Continue reading
When disaster strikes, don’t leave pets out: CEMA
The Calgary Emergency Management Agency has handy tips on being emergency-ready with your pets in tow. Continue reading
Dust devil spins up football field in Brooks, Alta.
By Tiffany Lizée Meteorologist
It was whirlwind afternoon on Monday — literally — with two dust devils spotted near Brooks, Alta. Continue reading
People displaced by Bridgeland fire say they’re in need of basic necessities
By Christa Dao Digital Journalist
It has been four days since a building fire in Calgary’s Bridgeland neighbourhood sent 23 residents out of their home, with no timeline on when they can return. Continue reading