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Judge's decision on future of Alberta separation question review expected today

Judge's decision on future of Alberta separation question review expected today

The group that submitted the question applied to have the referral quashed, and Court of King's Bench Justice Colin Feasby heard arguments last week.
Minister of National Defence visits Alberta

Minister of National Defence visits Alberta

The Hon. David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, visited CFB Cold Lake on Aug. 13 as part of a five-base cross-Canada tour.
Local pharmacists express concerns over COVID vaccine access

Local pharmacists express concerns over COVID vaccine access

Province opens pre-orders ahead of fall rollout
Feds, province extend added support to farmers facing low crop yields

Feds, province extend added support to farmers facing low crop yields

Agriculture Financial Services Corporation has adjusted the low yield allowance, enabling farmers to salvage crops for livestock feed in an effort to reduce producers’ feed-related costs in Alberta.
China slaps Canadian canola with nearly 76% tariff

China slaps Canadian canola with nearly 76% tariff

The latest Chinese tariff increase appears to have caught Canadian canola industry reps and government officials by surprise, according to media reports.
Provincial park near Okotoks is listed as a hidden gem in Alberta

Provincial park near Okotoks is listed as a hidden gem in Alberta

A national conservation organization says Brown Lowery Provincial Park in Foothills County is worth a visit.
Here's where Canada's effective U.S. tariff rate might stand amid carve outs

Here's where Canada's effective U.S. tariff rate might stand amid carve outs

RBC estimates the effective tariff rate on Canadian goods is closer to six per cent today.
Canada enhances drone border security

Canada enhances drone border security

The Remotely Piloted Aircraft System corridor will take effect at 9:00 pm on Aug. 11 and the initiative will be continually evaluated and assessed in terms of operational value.
Canada's 'Costco Queen' shares her shopping tips and tricks for her favourite Alberta location

Canada's 'Costco Queen' shares her shopping tips and tricks for her favourite Alberta location

With half a million followers on social media, Tina Chow knows Costco inside and out, and her favourite store is in Alberta, or Okotoks, to be more precise.
Albertans can start pre-ordering paid COVID-19 shots after June policy shift

Albertans can start pre-ordering paid COVID-19 shots after June policy shift

Those looking to get vaccinated will still need to book an appointment and most will have to pay more than $100 to get it.
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