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Facial recognition use by Liberals raises issues, says B.C.'s privacy commissioner
VICTORIA - British Columbia's information and privacy commissioner says he's considering launching an investigation into the use of facial recognition technology by the Liberal Party of Canada. Michae...
Jun 24, 2021
Registration open for virtual Special Olympics Alberta fundraiser
This summer, you can cycle, walk and/or run in support of Special Olympics Alberta.The Virtual Summer Series makes its return on July 5, with registration now open. It's an initiative spearheaded by t...
Jun 24, 2021
Province wants on-the-job training part of more post-secondary programs
LETHBRIDGE, AB - In the coming years, a greater number of post-secondary students will be getting paid to learn.The Government of Alberta is inviting post-secondary institutions and industry groups to...
Jun 24, 2021
Amazon to purchase power from new southern Alberta solar farm
CALGARY - Amazon announced Wednesday it will purchase power from a massive new solar farm in Alberta, marking the e-commerce giant's second renewable energy investment in Canada.Construction began Wed...
Jun 24, 2021
Province hosting phone town halls on child wellbeing during pandemic
LETHBRIDGE, AB - The provincial government wants to know how your children have fared during the COVID-19 pandemic.The last 16 months or so has been a tough time for all Albertans, but the Child and Y...
Jun 24, 2021
Town and Stampede partner to host fireworks on Canada Day in Ponoka
The Town of Ponoka has announced it is partnering with the Ponoka Stampede Association for the second year in a row to host a joint fireworks display on Canada Day, July 1."This year's fireworks show ...
Jun 24, 2021
Yukon election followed the rules, lawyer for chief electoral officer tells court
WHITEHORSE - A lawyer for Yukon's top election official says the process to authorize a special ballot for a jailed voter in a riding where the Liberal incumbent lost her seat in a tie vote did not br...
Jun 24, 2021
Red Deer Royals plan return for next season
After what's being described as a 'lost season', officials with the Red Deer Royals Marching Band are pleased to be looking forward to a 'return to normal' for the next one.Michael Mann, Red Deer Roya...
Jun 24, 2021
County successfully lobbies for reduced speed around Junction 42
Officials with Red Deer County were pleased to learn this week that Alberta Transportation has authorized an immediate speed reduction in the area of Junction 42 east of Penhold.The reduced speed zone...
Jun 24, 2021
Red Deer Blood Donor Clinic with open appointments as long weekend approaches
As COVID-19 restrictions ease across the country and hospitals resume procedures previously put on hold, eligible blood donors are encouraged to book and keep their appointments between now and July 4...
Jun 24, 2021