The so-called greatest outdoor show on Earth is underway in Calgary, making that city’s airport a busy place these days and that’s where Prime Minister Justin Trudeau chose to announce a $50 million federal investment to improve a stretch of road called Airport Trail. Continue reading
The 10-year program will cover projects that help communities withstand natural hazards including floods, wildfires, seismic events and droughts. Continue reading
Federal infrastructure minister Amarjeet Sohi promises the $40 million committed by the federal government towards Edmonton’s 50 Street rail crossing won’t falter. Continue reading
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was seen visiting a Sikh temple in Alberta’s capital on Monday night ahead of expected infrastructure announcements he is scheduled to attend in both Edmonton and Calgary a day later. Continue reading
Officials said close to $1 billion, $442 million from federal funding and $492 million from the city, will be used to acquire 1,043 new buses and to revitalize another 695 in the existing fleet. Continue reading
Would it make any difference if Alberta bought the TMX? Continue reading
The buses cost about twice that of the diesel models currently in use, but the city said they are much cheaper to run and are expected to require less maintenance. Continue reading
The Alberta legislature grounds were busy Thursday afternoon as politicians of all stripes addressed a crowd rallying to get the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion built. Continue reading
The University of Alberta is receiving nearly $1.5 million in federal government funding for a variety of projects, including those focused on treating people who have suffered a stroke. Continue reading
Federal and municipal leaders say there’s still no timeline for when the at-grade rail crossing will be removed at 50 Street and the Sherwood Park Freeway in Edmonton. Continue reading
