UCP candidate apologizes for comments opposing Fort McMurray mosque
United Conservative Party candidate Cindy Ross is apologizing for Facebook comments she made opposing the opening of a mosque in Fort McMurray. Continue reading
Alberta Legislature
Jason Kenney criticized for using photos of Rick Mercer, Calgary nursing students in unemployment tweet
United Conservative Party Leader Jason Kenney is facing questions over images he used in a Labour Day tweet meant to highlight the plight of unemployed Albertans. Continue reading
School’s back in session – and so is campaigning for Alberta’s next election
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
A political scientist at MacEwan University says the NDP is positioning itself as the defender of ordinary Albertans. Continue reading
Justin Trudeau says adhering to the court’s guidance best way to get Trans Mountain built
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
Wednesday will mark the first time Trudeau and Notley have spoken face-to-face since a Federal Court of Appeal ruling overturned the approval of the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project. Continue reading
City of Edmonton economist predicts pipeline-related dip in local economic forecast
By Scott Johnston Reporter
The delay and possible cancellation of the TransMountain pipeline will hurt the economy of the Edmonton region, says economist John Rose. He said the effects would likely be moderate in the short-term but much more pronounced in the long-term. Continue reading
UCP nomination candidate who shared anti-same-sex marriage post staying in race
By Kim Smith Reporter
A United Conservative Party nomination candidate for Maskwacis-Wetaskiwin, who shared a Facebook post condemning homosexuality and same-sex marriage, is staying in the race to become the local candidate for the 2019 provincial election. Continue reading
Alberta government reaches tentative 3-year deal with AUPE
Alberta’s largest union has reached a tentative deal with the provincial government on a new contract. Continue reading
Alberta legislature wading pool closed until further notice
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
The pool affected is the northernmost pool that has various levels, multiple waterfalls and the bridge running over it. Continue reading
Alberta children’s services minister receives traditional Blackfoot name from Piikani Nation
The designation of a Blackfoot name is one of the highest honours a person can receive in First Nations culture, and on Thursday Alberta’s minister of child services received one during a traditional ceremony. Continue reading
UCP nomination candidate apologizes for sharing Facebook post condemning homosexuality, same-sex marriage
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
A United Conservative Party (UCP) nomination candidate for Maskwacis-Wetaskiwin is apologizing for a post shared on her Facebook page, the latest in a series of social media scandals surrounding UCP nomination candidates or members. Continue reading
