Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman
CP NewsAlert: Alberta introduces bill giving it gatekeeping role on federal funding
EDMONTON - Alberta is proposing a law that would allow it to veto any deal struck between municipalities and the federal government. Premier Danielle Smith says the province has had long-standing conc...
Apr 10, 2024
City of Red Deer ensures integrity in first municipal byelection
With the City of Red Deer's first by-election less than two weeks away; some residents are questioning how integrity will be maintained throughout the process. Following the death of Councillor Michae...
Apr 10, 2024
UPDATE: Highway now cleared from single vehicle rollover on QEII near Innisfail
UPDATE: April 10, 2024, 9:00 p.m. Innisfail RCMP advise that the QE11 at Antler Hill is now clear and the Highway is open. -- UPDATE: April 10, 2024, 1:10 pm RCMP wish to advise that all northbound tr...
Apr 10, 2024
Energy companies say they are ready for wildfire season
CALGARY - Canadian energy producers say they are prepared and ready for what could be another spring and summer of drought and wildfires in Western Canada. Last year's hot, dry weather conditions saw ...
Apr 10, 2024
Funds announced to expand dual credit programs in Alberta
High school students in Alberta will soon have more options to learn as they transition to post-secondary education.The Government of Alberta has announced $4.45 million to expand dual credit program ...
Apr 10, 2024
UPDATE-LOCATED: Rimbey RCMP seek public's assistance in locating missing family
UPDATE: April 10, 2024 - 9:00 a.m. Rimbey RCMP report that all six members of the Mani family have been located safe. We would like to thank the public and media for your assistance. Mounties also adv...
Apr 09, 2024
Construction industry leading province in employment growth, says GOA
Officials say Alberta's construction industry is leading the province in employment growth. The province claims investment in the industry is forming the foundation of strong employment growth, with 1...
Apr 09, 2024
Freeland doesn't rule out new taxes on wealthy or corporate Canada in upcoming budget
OTTAWA - Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland has ruled out raising taxes on the middle class in the upcoming federal budget - but won't say if corporations or the wealthy are in for the same treatment....
Apr 09, 2024
Conservative motion calls for PM, premiers to have 'emergency' carbon price meeting
OTTAWA - Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is challenging Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to defend his carbon pricing policy in a televised "emergency meeting" with the country's premiers. The Conse...
Apr 09, 2024
Liberal government to launch $500M fund for youth mental health
Ottawa is setting up a $500-million fund to help community health organizations provide more mental health care to young people. Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland is making the announcement in Ottawa...
Apr 09, 2024