Category Archives: Alberta
Officials report progress on Alberta wildfires as many evacuees return home
EDMONTON - Officials in Alberta say there has been significant progress in the fight against wildfires in the province due to rain, cooler weather and the efforts of firefighters. Several evacuated co...
May 24, 2023
Provincial officials provide update on Alberta's wildfire situation, as of 5:00 p.m. May 24
Albertans returning home are asked to continually check in with local authorities.Provincial officials say those evacuated due to wildfires should register at local reception centres or at emergencyre...
May 24, 2023
Health care a disaster that parties must address, says Alberta Medical Association president
CALGARY - It's one of the key issues at the ballot box in the Alberta election, but the two main parties vying to run the province's sprawling health system can't agree on the diagnosis, let alone the...
May 24, 2023
Alberta forest land scorched by 2023 wildfires surpasses one million hectares mark
The amount of Alberta forest land burned by wildfires so far this year has hit an ominous figure. Officials say 1,017,000 hectares have burned so far in 2023.Alberta Wildfire Information Officer Chris...
May 24, 2023
Over 160,000 Albertans cast ballots on first day of advance polls
LETHBRIDGE, AB - Albertans came out to polling places in droves at their first opportunity to vote. Elections Alberta reports that, as of the end of the first day of advance voting in the Alberta prov...
May 24, 2023
Smith, Notley vote at advance polls in Calgary
The leaders of of Alberta's two top parties took advantage of an advance poll Tuesday to cast votes in Monday's Alberta election.Full Election Coverage: Alberta Votes 2023Traffic at the Haysboro Commu...
May 23, 2023
UCP commits to implement new student supports to tackle skilled labour shortage
The UCP announced on Tuesday a series of new measures they would implement to help high school students prepare for good-paying jobs in high-demand fields such as technology, manufacturing, constructi...
May 23, 2023
Provincial officials provide update on Alberta's wildfire situation, as of 6:00 p.m. May 23
Albertans are asked to continue to be diligent as extreme fire conditions persist. Provincial officials say those evacuated due to wildfires should register at local reception centres or at emergencyr...
May 23, 2023
Advance polls for Alberta election open today, following long weekend rallies
Advance polls open today as Alberta's election campaign continues in the final week before voting day on May 29.Full Election Coverage: Alberta Votes 2023United Conservative Leader Danielle Smith will...
May 23, 2023
Elections Alberta outlines alternate voting plans for communities hit by wildfires
Elections Alberta says that ensuring everyone gets a chance to vote in the provincial election is a priority, even with the evacuations caused by the wildfires.It says the fires have impacted five con...
May 23, 2023