Category Archives: Alberta
WestJet strike likely averted as Ottawa imposes arbitration on airline, mechanics
A possible long-weekend strike at WestJet has been averted.The federal labour minister directed the airline and mechanics into binding arbitration to resolve their dispute which is all but certain to ...
Jun 27, 2024
Jagmeet Singh makes his case to Alberta's new NDP leader amid party separation talks
OTTAWA - NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh suggested today that breaking up the federal and provincial arms of the party would be a mistake. Singh is reacting after newly elected Alberta NDP Opposition Leader ...
Jun 27, 2024
Alberta government aiming to enhance protections for post-secondary students
The provincial government is introducing new measures to ensure post-secondary education remains accessible and affordable for Alberta students. Officials say supporting opportunities for students and...
Jun 27, 2024
Alberta announces final numbers for fiscal year, including $4.3B surplus
Alberta has announced its final numbers for the fiscal year that ended in March, and the bottom line is a $4.3-billion surplus. Finance Minister Nate Horner says Alberta took in almost $75 billion in ...
Jun 27, 2024
Calgary renews state of emergency as crews scramble to restore water in four days
The City of Calgary has renewed its state of emergency to remind its approximately 1.6 million residents that water conservation efforts need to be taken seriously. Mayor Jyoti Gondek says Calgary is ...
Jun 27, 2024
Alberta government announces changes to help prevent power price spikes
The provincial government says it is ensuring Albertans have affordable and reliable power by making changes to electricity market rules. Every hour of every day, government officials say power genera...
Jun 26, 2024
Albertans encouraged to celebrate Canada Day at the legislature
The Legislative Assembly of Alberta is inviting visitors to celebrate Canada Day together at Alberta's centre of democracy. Visitors can enjoy free entertainment and activities for all ages on Monday,...
Jun 26, 2024
Test water flowing through repaired Calgary pipe, full service days away
CALGARY, AB - Water is flowing again in a massive Calgary pipe - test water.Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek says work has started to fill the repaired pipe with water for testing.She says construction arou...
Jun 26, 2024
Splish, splash the legislature fountains are back!
Beginning July 1, visitors can enjoy the new reflecting pool and dome fountain at the Alberta legislature grounds. Government officials note that Alberta's legislature grounds have been a gathering pl...
Jun 26, 2024
Premier Smith says Alberta plans to opt out of federal dental care plan by 2026
EDMONTON - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says the province plans to opt out of the federal government's dental care plan by 2026. In a letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Smith says the program ...
Jun 26, 2024