Category Archives: Alberta
Province announces more flexible rules for businesses
The provincial government has new rules it says will help make Alberta the most competitive and attractive place to do business in Canada.Government officials say amendments made to the Business Corpo...
May 31, 2022
Alberta Chief Firearms Officer calls proposed federal firearms bill an intrusion
The Alberta Chief Firearms Officer responded to the federal government's proposed changes to firearms legislation during a news conference on May 30, 2022.The federal Liberal government tabled new gun...
May 31, 2022
Travis Toews announces run for UCP leadership
Alongside family and friends, Travis Toews announced on May 31, 2022 that he will be seeking the leadership of the United Conservative Party. Toews resigned as Alberta's finance minister earlier today...
May 31, 2022
‘Yellowstone’ actor Kevin Costner picked as Calgary Stampede parade marshal
CALGARY, AB - "Yellowstone" star Kevin Costner has been named parade marshal at this year's Calgary Stampede.The role goes to someone who "exemplifies western culture and tradition," and organizers sa...
May 31, 2022
Hot summer temperatures, big storms to sweep much of Canada, Weather Network predicts
TORONTO - Seasonal or higher than normal temperatures across much of the country will offer Canadians a chance to enjoy the summer, but predictions from a prominent national forecaster warn the humidi...
May 31, 2022
Alberta celebrates the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
In celebration of the 70th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's reign, Alberta's government is hosting free public events and activities.Government officials say events will take place across Alberta a...
May 30, 2022
Olds College signs MOU with Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Olds College and Saskatchewan Polytechnic have signed an official Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate in joint activities on the Olds College Saskatchewan Smart Farm including student wor...
May 30, 2022
Plant protein sprouting new roots in Alberta
PIP International, a Canadian-based agrifood company, is celebrating the opening of a new $20-million pea-processing pilot facility in Lethbridge. In partnership with the federal government, Alberta's...
May 30, 2022
First post-pandemic edition of Grande Prairie Stompede hailed a success
Another edition of Stompede is in the history books.Stompede Association president Trevor Denis was very pleased with how the week-long event went."For being out of the game for a few years, I think i...
May 30, 2022
Alberta appoints first-ever hate crime community liaisons
EDMONTON, AB - The Government of Alberta is taking steps to address hate crimes through two new appointments.Cecilia Mzvondiwa and Landon Turlock are the province's first-ever hate crimes community li...
May 27, 2022