Category Archives: Alberta
Officer who interacted with Chris Barber back on stand in organizers trial
OTTAWA - The trial of two "Freedom Convoy" organizers is set to resume today with the continued testimony of an officer who served as a liaison between the Ottawa Police Service and demonstrators. Sgt...
Oct 31, 2023
Alberta throne speech kicks-off new legislative session
Alberta's speech from the throne includes a promise to put any potential tax increases up to a referendum.And it includes more threats to unsheathe a sovereignty law meant to defend against what the U...
Oct 30, 2023
Final flight taken by Swoop as airline merges with WestJet
CALGARY, AB - Swoop is no more. The ultra-low-cost airline took to the skies one final time on Saturday, October 28, 2023, only five years after Swoop launched to Canadian travellers. In June, Calgary...
Oct 30, 2023
Alberta government taking further steps on economic reconciliation
Alberta's government says it is expanding the Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation's (AIOC) capacity to support Indigenous investment and create long-term economic benefits. Government officia...
Oct 30, 2023
Alberta RCMP reminds road users, the only thing scarier than ghosts and goblins on Halloween is reckless driving
Alberta RCMP are offering the following traffic safety tips to ensure that everyone can have a safe and fun Halloween:Don't drive impaired: This Halloween, if you are going to consume alcohol or drugs...
Oct 30, 2023
Alberta scores "C" in arthritis report card
LETHBRIDGE, AB - A new report states that every jurisdiction in Canada has room to grow when it comes to caring for those living with arthritis.The Arthritis Society of Canada has released its report ...
Oct 30, 2023
Alberta legislature to resume sitting, beginning with throne speech
EDMONTON, AB - Alberta's legislature resumes today, beginning with the speech from the throne.Government house leader Joseph Schow has said there will be between seven and nine bills in the sitting, w...
Oct 30, 2023
Alberta NDP releases Alternative Throne Speech
EDMONTON, AB - Ahead of the start of the fall legislative session next week, the Alberta NDP has released an Alternate Throne Speech.The Official Opposition said it focuses on what matters most to eve...
Oct 27, 2023
Update on fall 2023 legislative session
Government House Leader Joseph Schow will provide an update on the government's agenda for the fall legislative session that begins on Monday, Oct. 30. When Friday, Oct. 27 3:30 p.m. The Alberta legis...
Oct 27, 2023
Saskatchewan and Alberta premiers ask for extension of carbon tax exemption
REGINA, SK - Two of Canada's Prairie premiers say Ottawa's decision to exempt the carbon tax on heating oil fails to address affordability needs in Alberta and Saskatchewan. Prime Minister Justin Trud...
Oct 27, 2023