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Air quality warnings in effect in most of Alberta, western Saskatchewan

Air quality warnings in effect in most of Alberta, western Saskatchewan

The warning comes as wildfires in the Northwest Territories, including one not far from the hamlet of Fort Providence, forced hundreds to flee their homes.
Majority of Canadian youth have been bullied, child poverty on the rise: report

Majority of Canadian youth have been bullied, child poverty on the rise: report

The Raising Canada report says more than 70 per cent of Canadian youth between the ages of 12 and 17 experienced bullying in the last year, and more than 13 per cent of children were living in poverty by the end of 2024.
Danielle Smith begins southern leg of Alberta Next Panel in Medicine Hat

Danielle Smith begins southern leg of Alberta Next Panel in Medicine Hat

Smith, who represents the riding of Brooks-Medicine Hat in the Alberta legislature, will be joined by the 15 people she tapped to join her on the panel.
Looking out for neighbours demands a better vaccination approach — NDP health critic

Looking out for neighbours demands a better vaccination approach — NDP health critic

The NDP health critic said that with the current call for bookings for the latest COVID-19 vaccines, the government is taking another step backwards by making the jabs less accessible.
Edmonton banning Margaret Atwood book Alberta government promised wouldn’t be touched by provincial restrictions

Edmonton banning Margaret Atwood book Alberta government promised wouldn’t be touched by provincial restrictions

The Government of Alberta says that the content guidelines being enforced are not a ban on books and are limited to keeping “age-inappropriate” material out of the hands of students.
Cows become night owls when it’s hot

Cows become night owls when it’s hot

Extreme heat means more movement at night, says U of A research
Premier Danielle Smith joins Labour Day parade in southern Alberta

Premier Danielle Smith joins Labour Day parade in southern Alberta

Premier Danielle Smith joins Cochrane's annual Labour Day Parade, serving as a guest marshal.
Trade cartoon-like quotes for inspirational messaging, NDP advises municipal affairs minister

Trade cartoon-like quotes for inspirational messaging, NDP advises municipal affairs minister

The Alberta NDP is questioning the approach of Municipal Affairs Minister Dan Williams, particularly his focus on 'woke' policies and interventions in municipal affairs.
Tourism operators' bottom line burned by another summer of wildfires

Tourism operators' bottom line burned by another summer of wildfires

The impact of wildfires is being felt far beyond Jasper, Alberta, with tourism operators across Canada struggling to cope with the effects of blazes, travel disruptions, and smoke concerns.
Air quality warnings issued in Alberta, Saskatchewan as smoke blankets area

Air quality warnings issued in Alberta, Saskatchewan as smoke blankets area

Environment Canada says wildfire smoke is causing poor air quality and reduced visibility in central and northern Alberta.
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