Category Archives: Alberta
Closing arguments set to continue in trial for 'Freedom Convoy' organizers
OTTAWA - The Crown is expected to continue its closing arguments today in the trial for "Freedom Convoy" organizers Tamara Lich and Chris Barber. The two are on trial for their roles in launching the ...
Aug 14, 2024
Alberta wildfire information update: August 13
Reception centres will remain open to offer services and accommodations to displaced Jasperites as they begin to re-enter the townsite on Friday to assess damage to property. Orders and alerts An evac...
Aug 13, 2024
Jasper council told wildfire caused $283 million in lost property value
JASPER, ALBERTA, CANADA - The town of Jasper says early numbers indicate last month's wildfires destroyed $283 million worth of property. The town also reports that while 358 structures were destroyed...
Aug 13, 2024
Alberta aiming to create Canada’s best recycling program
The Alberta government says it is creating Canada's most comprehensive recycling program to reduce waste and keep cell phones, power tools, solar panels and more out of landfills. According to governm...
Aug 13, 2024
Alberta government announces more support for student mental health
Officials with the provincial government say the extension of the Mental Health in Schools Pilot program will ensure Alberta students have access to additional mental health supports this school year....
Aug 13, 2024 (Dreamstime)
Banff mayor says reducing vehicles necessary after town votes no to pedestrian zone
BANFF, Alta. - The mayor of Banff, Alta., says the town plans to find ways to reduce vehicle traffic after residents voted in favour of removing a pedestrian zone in the downtown. Corrie DiManno says ...
Aug 13, 2024
Murder charge laid in fatal Rocky View County shooting
Alberta RCMP have now laid charges in connection with a tragic shooting that occurred in Rocky View County on Aug. 6, 2024. Mounties have charged Edmonton resident 35-year-old Arthur Wayne Penner with...
Aug 13, 2024 (Strathmore RCMP)
Final chapter of 'Freedom Convoy' organizers' trial begins with closing arguments
OTTAWA - The long, drawn-out criminal trial of "Freedom Convoy" organizers Tamara Lich and Chris Barber is winding down as lawyers prepare to deliver their final arguments this week. They were among s...
Aug 13, 2024
August 12 Update: RCMP make one arrest, seek second suspect in Rocky View County shooting
The Alberta RCMP have arrested one suspect and still seek a second in relation to a fatal shooting that occurred on August 6 in Rocky View County, prompting a shelter in place directive in Strathmore....
Aug 12, 2024
Sentencing dates set for Coutts protesters Carbert and Olienick
LETHBRIDGE, Alta. - Two men convicted of mischief at Coutts, Alberta, border blockade won't have to wait long before they learn their sentences. On August 2nd, a jury found Anthony Olienick and Chris ...
Aug 12, 2024