Alberta

Union remembers Cargill worker who died as a 'quiet, gentle and humble man'

CALGARY - The union representing workers at the Cargill meat processing plant in southern Alberta has paid tribute to the second employee who died as a result of COVID-19. Benito Quesada, who was...

May 12, 2020

Dr. Hinshaw says 'common sense' needed as relaunch nears

With the province set to begin reopening businesses on Thursday, Alberta's Chief Medical Officer of Health says it's a two-way street when it comes to ensuring everyone's safety as the COVID-19 pandem...

May 12, 2020

COVID-19 recoveries continue to outpace new cases in Alberta

Alberta is reporting a total of 4866 recoveries from COVID-19 as of Tuesday, an increase of 207 from Monday, while there are 1,361 active cases, a decrease of 163.There remain 73 people in Alberta hos...

May 12, 2020

Alberta officials share COVID-19 update for May 12

Alberta's chief medical officer of health and other officials will give an update on the COVID-19 situation in the province.Dr. Deena Hinshaw will speak at a media conference scheduled to begin at 3:3...

May 12, 2020

Albertans asked to respect public health orders, traffic laws as long weekend nears

Edmonton - The Victoria Day long weekend typically marks the start of road trip season for many Albertans. Due to the ongoing pandemic, this year is different than all others.The week of May 12-18 is ...

May 12, 2020

St. Paul RCMP lay weapons trafficking charges

ST. PAUL- While conducting an unrelated investigation in Saddle Lake in late April, RCMP entered into an investigation related to the unsafe discharge of a firearm. While conducting this investigation...

May 12, 2020

Calgary Zoo welcomes three orphaned bear cubs

CALGARY- The Calgary Zoo has some new residents.A trio of grizzly bear cubs were discovered by Alberta Fish and Wildlife officers in the Crowsnest Pass last week."They knew that we'd be able to find t...

May 12, 2020

ASIRT to take a role in “Stormtrooper” arrest, once external service investigation is complete

LETHBRIDGE- A "Star Wars Day" incident in Lethbridge on May 4 has spawned further action.A 19-year-old woman restaurant worker in a "Star Wars" stormtrooper costume carrying a plastic gun was forced t...

May 12, 2020

Premier Kenney questioning arrest of protester at Alberta legislature

EDMONTON- Premier Jason Kenney wants answers after a man protesting public health lockdown orders was arrested outside the legislature over the weekend."The right to peaceful protest is a fundamental ...

May 12, 2020

Thousands sign petition to have small gyms open sooner in Alberta's relaunch plan

A petition calling on the Alberta government to speed up the reopening of small fitness facilities in the province is gaining momentum.As of Monday, over 10,000 people had signed the petition asking t...

May 11, 2020