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Hiker taken to hospital after accident in Upper Kananaskis Lakes area

Hiker taken to hospital after accident in Upper Kananaskis Lakes area

A man in his 50s was taken to hospital with serious but non-life threatening injuries while hiking in the area of Upper Kananaskis Lakes Sunday afternoon.
Woman killed in Banff National Park after falling from horse

Woman killed in Banff National Park after falling from horse

A woman in her 50s died after she was thrown from her horse while riding in the area of Ya Ha Tinda Road, police said.
Here is why Air Canada's flight attendants might go on strike

Here is why Air Canada's flight attendants might go on strike

"Unpaid work won't fly."
Medical journal urges streamlined miscarriage care in Canada, more early assessments

Medical journal urges streamlined miscarriage care in Canada, more early assessments

An editorial published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal says it's time to invest in early pregnancy assessment clinics that can provide proper care during and after a miscarriage, which can have devastating effects.
Stay secure and prepared: Cyber Security Awareness Month

Stay secure and prepared: Cyber Security Awareness Month

Communications Security Establishment: "We strongly caution Canadians to be aware of fraud and scams..."
Improperly disposed of aerosols likely cause of fire at Southern Alberta landfill

Improperly disposed of aerosols likely cause of fire at Southern Alberta landfill

Once crushed by landfill equipment, aerosol containers started to explode and ignite, prompting a response from three fire departments.
Five tips for helping a struggling child in school

Five tips for helping a struggling child in school

If you’re concerned about your child’s academic progress, the first step is to document your specific worries
Alberta town asked to rename neighbourhood who's namesake was instrumental in residential school system

Alberta town asked to rename neighbourhood who's namesake was instrumental in residential school system

Bishop Vital Justin Grandin was instrumental in establishing Canada's residential school system and is the namesake for a community in St. Albert, Alberta.
5-year-old girl dies after canoe overturns on Alberta lake: RCMP

5-year-old girl dies after canoe overturns on Alberta lake: RCMP

Mounties in Alberta say a 5-year-old girl is dead after a canoe overturned on a lake west of Edmonton. RCMP say they received a report of a capsized watercraft on Wabamun Lake near the provincial campground just before 3 p.m.
Cement plant west of Calgary now burning construction material despite local concern

Cement plant west of Calgary now burning construction material despite local concern

Lafarge says there is no health risks associated with new facility burning shredded wood, non-recyclable plastics, asphalt roof shingles to replace fossil fuels for power production.
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