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Alberta businesses still caught in crossfire as trade war continues

Alberta businesses still caught in crossfire as trade war continues

Auto body shops, golf shops and breweries continue to deal with the effects of the U.S. tariffs.
Hearing for Alberta separation referendum question to be held in court

Hearing for Alberta separation referendum question to be held in court

Alberta's chief electoral officer, Gordon McClure, referred the proposed question to the court last week, asking a judge to determine whether it violates the Constitution, including treaty rights.
Bucks from boaters would help Alberta hold the line against freshwater mussel invasion, associate minister says

Bucks from boaters would help Alberta hold the line against freshwater mussel invasion, associate minister says

Before a pass system kicks in, the province is collecting Albertans’ thoughts on the idea in a survey that closes Aug. 25.
Alberta creates accident exclusion zone, fines to curb predatory tow trucks

Alberta creates accident exclusion zone, fines to curb predatory tow trucks

Alberta's transportation minister says concerns have been raised about tow truck drivers showing up at car accidents and pressuring those involved to unnecessarily accept their services.
Canadian travel to U.S. continues to decline according to new data

Canadian travel to U.S. continues to decline according to new data

Travel advisors say more people are choosing Europe and other destinations in 2025.
Social media goes mainstream for political messaging — warts and all

Social media goes mainstream for political messaging — warts and all

For Alberta politicians, social media offers unprecedented reach but also exposes them to online abuse and threats
Two staff at Alberta daycare charged with assaulting three children

Two staff at Alberta daycare charged with assaulting three children

Mounties were called in March about allegations of assaults at the Little Stars Montessori Early Learning Center in Spruce Grove.
Citizen petition collects signatures to keep Alberta in Canada

Citizen petition collects signatures to keep Alberta in Canada

Former deputy premier Thomas Lukaszuk says volunteers are working across the province to meet tight deadline
Obesity rates in Canada surged during the pandemic, study finds

Obesity rates in Canada surged during the pandemic, study finds

Experts say stress and lifestyle changes likely played a role.
Alberta government considers initiating annual paid watercraft pass

Alberta government considers initiating annual paid watercraft pass

Boaters could help to fund prevention efforts against aquatic invasive species and keep Alberta free of zebra, quagga, and golden mussels
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