Category Archives: Alberta
Three Armed Forces members injured after falling into Jasper glacier crevasse
The Armed Forces says three members were injured last week after falling into a crevasse during a training exercise in Jasper National Park. Maj. Bradley Roy says the three-person rope team was perfor...
Jul 24, 2026 (Image Credit: ID 442632707 © Erman Gunes | Dreamstime.com)
Quarterly report reveals 'job vacancy rates' around Alberta
The latest Alberta Job Vacancy Report, for January to March 2026 (Q1 2026), has been published.'Job vacancy rate' (JVR) refers to the rate of job vacancies or vacant positions on the last business day...
Jul 23, 2026 (Image Credit: ID 20864917 © Karenr | Dreamstime.com)
Alberta referendum costs climbing with another $365K in promotion, says Nenshi
Alberta's Opposition says the cost of just getting the word out on the province's looming separation referendum is setting taxpayers back at least a third of a million dollars. NDP Leader Naheed Nensh...
Jul 23, 2026 (Image Credit: The Canadian Press)
Manitoba Premier Kinew 'willing to entertain' Alberta to Ontario pipeline
CHARLOTTETOWN - Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew said Wednesday he's open to a west-east pipeline being pitched by his counterparts in Alberta and Ontario. Kinew, speaking to reporters at a meeting of premi...
Jul 22, 2026
Alberta minister skirts questions about separation vote, says it's an important topic
A senior member of Premier Danielle Smith's government is again skirting questions about how he'll vote in Alberta's upcoming referendum on whether the province should remain in Canada. Transportation...
Jul 21, 2026 Transportation and Economic Corridors Minister Devin Dreeshen provided an update on the Ivor Strong Bridge Deerfoot Trail Improvements on July 21, 2026. (Image Credit: Government of Alberta - YouTube)
RCMP altering the look of vehicle fleet nationwide
The RCMP is changing up the look of its vehicles for the first time in more than 30 years.In a release, they note the look is more modern but will also improve visibility."This new look prioritizes vi...
Jul 21, 2026 (Image Credit: Supplied)
Albertans urged not to release pet fish into local waterways
Albertans are being reminded not to put aquarium fish or plants into public waters.The Don't Let It Loose campaign urges against introducing these invasive species into ponds, lakes, rivers and other ...
Jul 21, 2026 (Image Credit: ID 6843581 © Mikael Damkier | Dreamstime.com)
Municipal affairs minister undertaking tour of Alberta to speak with local leaders
Alberta's minister of municipal affairs, Dan Williams, is set to embark on a tour of Alberta, speaking with local politicians and other local leaders.In all, he will visit 92 communities, the province...
Jul 20, 2026 Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, right, stands with Minister of Municipal Affairs, Dan Williams, following a swearing in ceremony in Calgary, Friday, May 16, 2025 (Image Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh)
Alberta RCMP offers water safety tips for National Drowning Prevention Week
It's National Drowning Prevention Week July 19-25, and to mark the occasion, the Alberta RCMP has some tips for enjoying the water safely.This year's theme is "safety starts with being water smart."Ac...
Jul 20, 2026 (Image Credit: (ID 1291755 © Elena Elisseeva | Dreamstime.com))
Alberta RCMP provides tips to prevent auto theft this summer
Alberta RCMP are providing several tips for residents to help reduce auto theft this summer.Whether at a campsite or taking part in a fun summer event, the RCMP have provided the following tips to kee...
Jul 20, 2026 (Image Credit: ID 326190693 © Oasisamuel | Dreamstime.com)