60 m. ago Alberta government introduces promised mandatory addiction treatment legislation

Critics have said they fear involuntary treatment could cause harm and violate human rights.

Politics

3 h. ago Alberta Ballet's upcoming season includes beloved classics and world premieres

Alberta Ballet has released its calendar of seven shows for 2025-26 and it includes reimagined classics like Swan Lake and Romeo & Juliet, as well as a fully redesigned Nutcracker. The season also includes live music for two productions: the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra and Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra will accompany both The Nutcracker and Swan Lake. […]

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22 h. ago Alberta reports 16 more cases of measles, bringing total to 74

There are now 74 confirmed cases of measels in Alberta according to the provincial government's measels tracker website with the majority of them in the central health zone.

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25 h. ago Alberta government launches campaign to get consumers to buy local during 'critical time'

Alberta is encouraging consumers to shop in the province by kicking off its “Buy Local” campaign. U.S. President Donald Trump’s ongoing threat of tariffs has put Canada on high alert and ready to make key changes to defend its economy. In March, Alberta announced a four-pronged approach to defend against tariffs, including launching a “Buy […]

Politics

49 h. ago Alberta government grants funding to Edmonton, Calgary groups to tackle antisemitism

The Alberta government is pledging funds to two organizations in the province's cities to tackle increasing incidents of anti-Jewish hate.

Politics

3 d. ago Smith defends directing auditor general's procurement investigation to lawyers

Having questions on contentious medical procurement from Alberta’s auditor general screened by government-contracted lawyers isn’t stonewalling but an effort to enhance efficiency, Premier Danielle Smith said Saturday. In a memo leaked to Postmedia, a senior deputy minister instructs officials to redirect interview requests from the office of the auditor general to the government’s legal counsel. […]

Economics

3 d. ago Opinion: One inquiry to rule them all; separate probes into Alberta Health decisions limit transparency

The Alberta government’s latest move — forcing AHS leadership to participate in court filings to discredit its fired CEO — should concern every Albertan. It sends a chilling message to health-care workers: speaking out will result in job loss and protracted legal retaliation. This isn’t just about one case or one individual; it highlights broader […]

Science

3 d. ago EU Should Use Frozen Russian Assets to Boost Defense, Spain Says

Spain proposed setting up a new defense fund to provide non-refundable grants to beef up Europe’s defense lines and provide support for Ukraine using Russia’s immobilized central bank assets.

Events

4 d. ago Alberta government, auditor at odds over lawyer involvement in health sweetheart deal probe

Multiple investigations have been launched since the former head of Alberta Health Services launched a lawsuit alleging she was wrongfully fired for looking into sweetheart deals.

Politics

5 d. ago Alberta bill enables hydrogen home heating, electricity market remodelling

The government of Alberta has tabled legislation to allow hydrogen to be used as a home and commercial heating fuel in a move it says could also reduce emissions.

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5 d. ago Opinion: Alberta should support people with disabilities in overcoming barriers to working

The Alberta government plans to implement a new income-support program for people with disabilities, the Alberta Disability Assistance Program (ADAP).  The program aims to support the employment of more people with disabilities. People with disabilities are more likely to live in poverty and less likely to be employed than other Canadians. Supporting them to work can reduce disability […]

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5 d. ago Legal groups lose $10M in funding under new Alberta bill allowing minister to veto grants, law foundation says

The United Conservative government’s Bill 39 is politicizing funding for legal groups, leading to $10 million in lost funding for low-income community law clinics and Indigenous legal services, a group of non-profits say. The Alberta Law Foundation and the Opposition NDP held a news conference Thursday to speak out against the bill, which is now […]

Politics

5 d. ago Legal groups lose $10M in funding under new Alberta bill allowing minister to 'politicize' grants, law foundation says

The United Conservative government’s Bill 39 is politicizing how justice system non-profits are funded, leading to $10 million in cuts to low-income community law clinics and Indigenous legal services, lawyers and opposition politicians say. The Alberta Law Foundation and the provincial NDP held a press conference Thursday to speak out against the bill, which is […]

Politics

5 d. ago Alberta law foundation says minister nixed $10M in funding for legal groups as new bill threatens to 'politicize' grants

The United Conservative government’s Bill 39 is politicizing how justice system non-profits are funded, leading to $10 million in cuts to low-income community law clinics and Indigenous legal services, lawyers and Opposition politicians say. The justice minister, however, says his decisions about the grants have been “unfairly and inaccurately mischaracterized.” The Alberta Law Foundation and […]

Politics

5 d. ago Bell wants Canadian government funding scrapped for Elon Musk's Starlink

Bell and its northern arm Northwesttel are lobbying the CRTC to remove Starlink from a subsidy program that helps remote Canadians get online.Bell's main argument is that since Starlink offers a flat rate across the country, there is no need for it to get subsidies from the government. Traditionally, those subsidies were to help Bell and other telecoms install the hardware infrastructure needed to connect a remote home.According to a report obtained by the Financial Times, Starlink has hit back against Bell, saying that singling the satellite-based carrier out would be anti-competitive. Starlink has fought and lost this fight before. In 2022, it was cut out of $900 million of U.S. government funding and grants designed to connect rural and remote residents.In Canada, the proposed subsidy would see internet providers getting $25 per person per month from the government to help justify the expensive cost of building remote infrastructure. This adds up to about $300 per year, and Fortu...

Politics

5 d. ago Nenshi calls proposed Alberta cut of council conduct rules ’an affront’ to voters

Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi says the government’s proposed bill to wipe out municipal councils’ codes of conduct could create a free-for-all of delinquency and grift. “This bill is an affront to local voters. It basically says to local voters, ‘We don’t trust you,’ ” Nenshi told reporters at the legislature Wednesday. Municipal Affairs Minister […]

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6 d. ago Alberta Energy Regulator strengthens Board of Directors with the addition of three new directors

CALGARY, AB, April 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Alberta Energy Regulator is pleased to announce the Government of Alberta has appointed Lee Deibert, Roderick Graham, and Richard Piche, to its Board of Directors, effective today, for a five-year term. Current board member, Gary Leach has been reappointed for another five-year term. In addition, current […]

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6 d. ago Media Statement: National Police Federation Concerned About Province’s Unwanted, Expensive Proposed New Police Service in New Bill 49

EDMONTON, Alberta, April 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Following is a statement from Brian Sauvé, President and CEO of the National Police Federation, in response to the Government of Alberta’s introduction of Bill 49, announcing new steps towards the creation of an independent provincial police service: “We are deeply concerned that the Government of Alberta […]

Society

7 d. ago Alberta moves to restrict public boards’ power to police trustees, councilors

The government of Alberta is planning to make changes how public school boards and municipal councils can enforce codes of conduct and discipline those who breach them.

Events

7 d. ago Opinion: Cutting Child and Youth Support program harms vulnerable young Albertans

At a time when some of Alberta’s most vulnerable are already facing significant challenges, the Government of Alberta’s recent decision to cancel the Child and Youth Support Program (CYSP) will inflict harm on children and their families.  The CYSP is a financial-assistance program for families who are caring for a child whose parents are unable […]

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