Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman
Alberta NDP promises to bring back digital tax credit; wins endorsement from Nenshi
CALGARY - The Alberta NDP says it would bring back a tax credit for the digital media sector aimed at diversifying the economy if it wins Monday's election.Full election coverage: Alberta Votes 2023Th...
May 26, 2023
Op-Ed - Councillor Higham reacts to Council Code of Conduct findings
Have we become a community incapable of rigorous, respectful discussion in the public square? Have we become so insulated in our siloed mindsets that we cannot abide a narrative or opinion different f...
May 26, 2023
UCP's Smith says she is 'delighted' by endorsements from Harper, Poilievre
CALGARY - United Conservative leader Danielle Smith says she would aim to lower the level of political polarization in Alberta if her party wins what has been a tight and often bitter election race.Fu...
May 26, 2023
Red Deer's First Fridays art gallery openings held on June 2
The Red Deer Arts Council has announced the First Fridays gallery openings for April 14. First Fridays Red Deer is a monthly event where downtown art galleries hold exhibit openings and special events...
May 26, 2023
Provincial officials provide update on Alberta's wildfire situation, as of 5:00 p.m. May 26
Albertans returning home are asked to continually check in with local authorities. Those evacuated due to wildfires should register at local reception centres or at emergencyregistration.alberta.ca. C...
May 26, 2023
Smith, Notley hope to sway a few more voters with Alberta election days away
Alberta's main election rivals are staying busy in the final days of the campaign. Full election coverage: Alberta Votes 2023 NDP Leader Rachel Notley has a number of stops scheduled this afternoon in...
May 26, 2023
Local Opposition MPs discuss need for federal public inquiry on claims of foreign interference
Canadian Members of Parliament Earl Dreeshen and Blaine Calkins spoke to Red Deerians on Thursday about the need for a public inquiry on current allegations of foreign interference.At a 'Breakfast wit...
May 26, 2023
Political divisiveness a threat to Alberta economy, business groups say
As the Alberta election campaign heads into its final days, business groups are warning that increased divisiveness and political extremism poses a threat to the province's economic future. "We're wor...
May 26, 2023
Motorcyclist in serious condition after crash with logging truck near Ponoka
RCMP in Ponoka are investigating after a serious motor vehicle collision which occurred this week.It was about 10 p.m. on May 24, they say, when members received reports of a crash between a logging t...
May 26, 2023
Smith attacks Notley, links her with Trudeau at Calgary rally
CALGARY - United Conservative Leader Danielle Smith continually linked her NDP opponent with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at an election rally in Calgary Thursday night.Full election coverage: Albert...
May 26, 2023