Alberta

Alberta introduces new standards for books in school libraries

The Alberta government has announced new standards regarding inappropriate sexual content in school libraries. Under the standards, school libraries are not permitted to include library materials cont...

Josh Hall Jul 10, 2025

Alberta RCMP offering auto theft-resistant tips

Alberta RCMP is offering tips for vehicle owners to prevent auto-related thefts this summer.Mounties says thefts of and from vehicles can occur anywhere, even when at a campsite or trail head. Tips of...

Jul 09, 2025

Alberta has highest measles cases per capita in North America as summer travel gets underway

Alberta has the most measles cases in North America on a per-capita basis, worrying experts who say summer events could push case counts even higher.The province's former chief medical officers of hea...

Jul 09, 2025

Three people seriously hurt after targeted assault at Calgary Stampede; Police

Calgary police say they are investigating after three people were seriously hurt in an assault at the Calgary Stampede.Police say they responded to reports of an assault just after 11 p.m. Tuesday nea...

Jul 09, 2025

Alberta government offering its own museum freebies as part of Canada Strong pass

Alberta's government is jumping on board a federal initiative aimed at saving Canadians a buck if they stay close to home this summer.The province says it's offering its own free and discounted admiss...

Jul 09, 2025

Change in beef check-off collection takes effect August 1

Canadian Beef Cattle Check-Off says some changes are coming on August 1 for how the levy is collected in Alberta, BC and Saskatchewan.As of that date, the check-off will be based on where the person s...

Jul 08, 2025

Update 11: Alberta wildfire update

Warm, windy weather is expected to be followed by a cool-down later this week, which could help in the ongoing fire fight.Current situation (as of 3 p.m., July 8)There are 41 wildfires currently burni...

Jul 08, 2025

Alberta to hold nuclear power consultations as reactor companies weigh opportunities

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government plans to hold public consultations this fall about adding nuclear power to the province's energy mix.There have long been discussions about building ...

Jul 07, 2025

Premiers Danielle Smith and Doug Ford agree to study new energy corridors, more trade

The premiers of Alberta and Ontario have agreed to a feasibility study of new pipelines and rail lines between provinces while increasing interprovincial trade of alcohol and vehicles.The agreements a...

Sheldon Spackman Jul 07, 2025

Danielle Smith and Doug Ford to sign agreements in Calgary today

CALGARY - The premiers of Alberta and Ontario will meet in Calgary today to sign two new memorandums of understanding. Danielle Smith's office says she and Doug Ford will sign agreements on energy pri...

Sheldon Spackman Jul 07, 2025