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Premier Smith's Okotoks town hall tackles controversial issues

Health care, Alberta separatism and coal mining's environmental impacts take centre stage at the town hall in Okotoks.

Jul 3, 2025 4:27 PM Read more >

New measles cases decrease in Ontario, Alberta sees 74 new cases last week

Alberta has the second-highest number of measles infections in the country, with 1,179 reported as of Thursday, including 74 new cases over the last week.

Jul 3, 2025 4:05 PM Read more >

'Political petting zoo': Politicos arrive to flip pancakes at Calgary Stampede

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek led an early morning crowd through a series of "Yahoos" to herald the start of the Calgary Stampede.

Jul 3, 2025 1:17 PM Read more >

Guthrie seeking to renew Progressive Conservative Party brand

The PC’s previously had a 44-year run governing Alberta. That came to an end following the win of former NDP premier Rachel Notley in 2015. Following that election, the Wildrose party and PC’s formed the now United Conservative Party.

Jul 3, 2025 12:07 PM Read more >

Alberta reaches settlement with two coal companies suing over policy flip-flop

The companies are among five that are suing Alberta for a collective $16 billion.

Jul 3, 2025 11:33 AM Read more >

Travellers could see delays after bomb threats at Canadian airports: Nav Canada

Nav Canada said the early morning threats affected airports in Ottawa, Montreal, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Calgary and Vancouver.

Jul 3, 2025 8:38 AM Read more >

Alberta names provincial police force, appoints former Calgary officer as first chief

Premier Danielle Smith says former deputy Calgary police chief Sat Parhar has been tapped to lead the new force, which the province will call the Alberta Sheriffs Police Service.

Jul 2, 2025 4:17 PM Read more >

Former United Conservative MLAs resuscitating Alberta's once-dominant PC Party

Two former members of Alberta's governing United Conservative Party are resuscitating the province's once-dominant Progressive Conservative Party.

Jul 2, 2025 2:26 PM Read more >

Alberta women buck tradition and blaze their own trail in ranch bronc riding

In the world of rodeo, ranch bronc riding is offering women a new arena to showcase their skills and courage. From beginners to seasoned riders, women across Alberta are finding empowerment and adrenaline in this challenging sport.

Jul 2, 2025 11:18 AM Read more >

Hundreds of wildfires continue to burn different parts of Canada

In Alberta, firefighting crews continue to combat over 67 wildfires, with 18 of them designated as out of control.

Jul 2, 2025 8:49 AM Read more >