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Calgary Eric Bouchard, the UCP MLA for Calgary-Lougheed, said the findings of the report were “shocking” and that the information it presents to the public is “long overdue.” But NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi calls the report a waste of tax dollars. Opposition leader says report shows premier doesn’t mind ‘wasting taxpayerContinue Reading

A task force created by the UCP government to review the province’s pandemic response has issued its final report and, while it is currently being reviewed by the province, Alberta doctors are pushing back, saying it contains misinformation and poses a threat to public health. Among the $2-million report’s keyContinue Reading

Like many retirees, 70-year-old William Shim has embraced the sport of pickleball as a way to keep fit and to socialize.  But getting court space can be tricky, and he often has to book about two weeks ahead of time. “You’ve got to be quick to get a spot toContinue Reading

Calgary A contest in Stettler County this weekend will see teams compete to kill the most coyotes, but wildlife groups worry the event’s narrow target misses the impact it could have on the area’s ecosystem. But some wildlife organizations worry the event could have the opposite effect Andrew Jeffrey ·Continue Reading

Calgary New guidelines are in place for Alberta doctors who, for safety reasons, decide to reduce the number of patients on their roster. Physicians advised to hold on to patients with highest medical needs Jennifer Lee · CBC News · Posted: Jan 22, 2025 1:41 PM EST | Last Updated:Continue Reading

Calgary·Analysis Alberta business and oilpatch leaders are returning home from Washington this week after the U.S. presidential inauguration festivities — and gritting their teeth after a roller-coaster of emotions. Energy sector prepares for more uncertainty with new U.S. administration Kyle Bakx · CBC News · Posted: Jan 22, 2025 4:00Continue Reading

Calgary The Alberta government has lifted a ban on coal exploration in the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains, a move that the regulator says will allow suspended projects to resume. AER says companies with approvals paused by earlier orders can move forward again Joel Dryden · CBC News · Posted: JanContinue Reading

Calgary While recent headlines have focused on returning U.S. president Donald Trump’s threatened tariffs against Canadian products, retailers in this country have also been considering the possible impact of the additional tariffs he’s threatened on goods coming from China. Tariffs, forced labour concerns have companies re-examining relationships with China PaulaContinue Reading

Calgary Makar accomplished his latest milestone Saturday when the Canadian scored his 100th career goal in his 362nd career NHL game. By doing so, he became the fifth-fastest defenseman since 1943-44 to reach that particular mark. Makar became the fifth-fastest defenceman since 1943-44 to reach the milestone Pat Graham ·Continue Reading