Category Archives: Business

WestJet says it faces a possible strike by its mechanics starting as early as Friday.The airline says the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association has issued a strike notice that could mean a work sto...

Alberta's government says it is continuing to support the province's growing aviation and aerospace sector. According to government officials, Alberta's aviation sector is an important driver of econo...

Alberta Grains has joined those opposing federal changes to rules around the capital gains tax.It is asking that intergenerational farm transfers be taxed at the original 50 per cent rate. The organiz...

This week's highlights U.S. markets edge higher as tech stocks take centre stage Global yields assess data indicating a slowing economy Annual pace of Canadian housing starts in May up 10% from April ...

A visit by the education minister offered a chance, organizers say, to showcase what amazing things are going on with the Central Alberta Collegiate Institute (CACI) program.Minister Demetrios Nicolai...

Re-seeding has been reported in several areas of the Central Alberta region due to wind erosion on hills. That's according to the latest Alberta Crop Report from Agriculture Financial Services Corpora...

Lacombe County and the Lacombe and District Chamber of Commerce are partnering for a second year on the Farm Family of the Year Award, aiming to recognize the exceptional achievements and contribution...

Dairy Innovation West (DIW) Buildings & Land Corporation has qualified for the Agri-Processing Investment Tax Credit program with a project to construct Canada's first milk concentration facility ...

Three field days will be hosted across the province to showcase agronomic and crop management topics that are top of mind for farmers, agronomists, and industry across Alberta.The Alberta Crop Diagnos...

In December 2023, the Government of Canada proposed a regulatory framework for an oil and gas sector emissions cap as part of its goal to achieve net-zero GHG emissions by 2050. In response, the Gover...