Alberta ethics commissioner finds no fault in Hinshaw contract termination
Marguerite Trussler said she was closing the investigation after she found no evidence of Dr. John Cowell directing Dr. Deena Hinshaw's contract to be rescinded.
Health
Dec 19, 2023
Smith denies accusations of nixing Hinshaw job offer
Dr. Braden Manns said he was resigning because the premier “was reaching down four levels into AHS” to instruct that Hinshaw’s contract be pulled.
Canada
Dec 18, 2023
Live and let fly: Pigeon cleared of being a suspected Chinese spy
The pigeon’s ordeal began in May, when it was captured near a port in Mumbai with two rings tied to its legs, carrying words that looked like Chinese.
Trending
Feb 1
School worker in Ottawa charged with sexual assault, N.S. victims possible: police
Ottawa Police said the incidents involved three minors under the age of 14 and believe there could still be more victims from the accused's time working in Nova Scotia.
Crime
Jan 25
Manning panel gives 90 recommendations on Alberta’s COVID-19 pandemic response
A panel reviewing Alberta's COVID-19 response is calling for changes to ensure the premier and cabinet have the last word in future crises, with help from a science officer.
Politics
Nov 15, 2023
Alberta government proposes changes to Public Health Act after COVID court ruling
The Alberta government is proposing changes to the Public Health Act to allow politicians to make final decisions in public health emergencies.
Politics
Nov 2, 2023
Alberta politicians could have final say in public health emergency if bill passes
There are concerns with the provincial government's latest pieces of legislation. The bill would see key public health decisions left in the hands of politicians.
Canada
Nov 3, 2023
Alberta government announces new health delivery system, promises to try to protect jobs
Premier Danielle Smith says Alberta's provincewide health provider has lost its way, grown too big and become unaccountable, and that a massive reorganization can no longer wait.
Health
Nov 8, 2023
Former CMOH Dr. Deena Hinshaw among University of Alberta alumni award recipients
Other Distinguished Alumni Award recipients include a hematologist, plastic surgeon and a grad who revolutionized the way pension funds work, the university said.
Features
Sep 8, 2023
Alberta prosecutors dropping public health violation charges ‘bittersweet’, pastor says
A Calgary pastor is one of many who are seeing their pandemic-related transgressions being forgiven on a technicality.
Canada
Aug 31, 2023
After dramatic protests, public health charges against GraceLife pastor James Coates dismissed
GraceLife Church pastor James Coates had been cited for violating public health orders by holding services without adhering to gathering limits imposed by the Alberta government.
Canada
Aug 31, 2023
Alberta politicians making final pandemic decisions — instead of Hinshaw — violated Health Act: judge
'The delegation of her final decision-making authority to cabinet is not permitted by Section 29 of the Public Health Act,' Justice B.E. Romaine wrote.
Politics
Aug 1, 2023
Indigenous physicians association, Alberta doctors push back against Hinshaw decision
Two groups of doctors — the Indigenous Physicians Association of Canada and a group of Alberta doctors — published letters decrying Dr. Deena Hinshaw's revoked job offer.
Politics
Jun 26, 2023
Premier Danielle Smith denies interference in Hinshaw’s hiring at Alberta Health Services
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is denying any interference in the reversal of Dr. Deena Hinshaw's hiring earlier this month.
Politics
Jun 24, 2023
AHS agreed to hire Dr. Hinshaw, then removed her, prompting prestigious Indigenous doctor to resign
A top Indigenous doctor has resigned from her leadership position after Alberta Health Services backtracked a decision to re-hire Dr. Deena Hinshaw in a new position.
Canada
Jun 22, 2023
Hospitality Sask. says summer patios harder to fill this year
Restaurants Canada said about half the restaurants in Prairie provinces are operating at a loss or just breaking even, making more important than ever to dine out, support local.
Canada
Jun 20, 2023
CEO shocked to learn BC Hydro explosion that razed his coffee shop ‘was not an accident’
"Fortunately no one was killed. If someone was sitting on my patio and my staff had been serving people, that would have been devastating," said JJ Bean CEO John Neate.
Fire
Jun 23, 2023
Wrong materials, outdated system factors in injurious BC Hydro vault explosion: Report
BC Hydro had also identified possible catastrophic safety risks with the vault and recommended its replacement in 2018, but failed to do so.
Fire
Jun 22, 2023
BC Hydro decommissioning 2 electrical vaults after Vancouver explosion
The two vaults are the only equipment similar to the one on Burrard Street that exploded in February, hurting two people.
Fire
Mar 17, 2023
Next phase of ‘Alberta is Calling’ campaign targets skilled workers in Ontario, Maritimes
The next phase of "Alberta is Calling" will focus on northern and southwestern Ontario and the Maritimes, where skilled workers need jobs, Brian Jean said.
Canada
Mar 13, 2023