2 h. ago Alberta moves closer to creating optional provincial police force that could replace RCMP

An independent force could step in to help address concerns about the Mounties' staffing shortages and rising costs, the public safety minister said

Events

3 h. ago Brother of man accused in OPP officer’s death says he saw suspects that day

The brother of a man accused of fatally shooting a provincial police officer more than two years ago testified Monday that he found the two accused killers inside a trailer on his property on the afternoon of the alleged murder. Richard McKenzie told the jury trial in Cayuga, Ont., that his trailer was locked when […]

Events

3 h. ago Alberta government lays groundwork for provincial police force

Alberta’s government is taking another step toward giving municipalities the option of ditching the RCMP in favour of a new provincial police service.

Politics

3 h. ago Albertans frustrated with stock market losses: ‘It’s a manufactured situation’

It's almost a universal feeling — the anxiety and despair you might experience while looking at your investments right now.

Economics

3 h. ago Legal woes worsen for Vancouver man at war with authorities over infant son's medical treatment

39-year-old Davis Lim is charged with assaulting a police officer after protesting outside a medical facility where his son is living

Economics

3 h. ago Varcoe: No need for Alberta to panic, Smith says, as oil prices tumble amid economic havoc in U.S.

For Albertans, the volatility could have major financial implications

Economics

4 h. ago Suspicious death amongst 3 shootings over 24 hours in Edmonton

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating a fatal suspected shooting in Mill Woods, along with two other shootings on the northside that didn't appear to leave anyone hurt.

Events

4 h. ago Youth among 5 males charged after Richmond Hill home invasion, auto theft

Four men and a male youth have been charged with numerous offences following a Richmond Hill home invasion investigation. York Regional Police said that on March 18 before 3 a.m., three masked suspects allegedly forced their way into a residence in the Arnold Ave.-Charles St. area and demanded car keys. Cops said the victim complied […]

Events

4 h. ago Fired Justice Department pardon attorney accuses agency of ’ongoing corruption’

WASHINGTON — The Justice Department’s recently fired pardon attorney accused the leadership of the law enforcement agency of “ongoing corruption,” testifying Monday at a congressional hearing meant to showcase concerns that the Trump administration is assaulting the rule of law, abusing its power and forcing out career civil servants. “It should alarm all Americans that […]

Events

4 h. ago Lethbridge Police Service launches program to help officers cope with trauma on the job

Most civilians experience one potentially traumatic event in their life, but police officers are exposed as many as 10 a year. A new program in Lethbridge will help officers cope.

Events

4 h. ago Budget airline Avelo to fly deportation flights for ICE from Arizona

Budget carrier Avelo Airlines signed an agreement to fly federal deportation flights from Arizona beginning in May, according to the company, whose founder acknowledging the decision may be controversial. Andrew Levy, also the company’s CEO, said Avelo is flying for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Immigration Control and Enforcement agency as part of a […]

Sport

5 h. ago Danielle Smith takes swipe at Carney after Liberal leader jabs Alberta premier

"The attitude is, 'sit down and shut up.' Well, I don't shut up, I make sure that Albertans know exactly how I feel about issues," Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said.

Politics

5 h. ago Alberta premier suggests Mark Carney has issues with ‘strong conservative women’

"The attitude is, 'sit down and shut up.' Well, I don't shut up, I make sure that Albertans know exactly how I feel about issues," Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said.

Transport

5 h. ago CRIME SCENE: Armed carjackers target Ferrari, flee when they can’t find keys

Bandits threatened victims at gunpoint while they tried unsuccessfully to steal a rented Ferrari in Richmond Hill. York Regional Police reported that the victims were outside a residence in a Ferraru SF90 when three carjackers emerged from a black SUV around 12:50 a.m. on Saturday in the Bathurst St. and Canyon Hill Ave. Police say […]

Events

5 h. ago 'No one deserves to be abused': Rise in children turned away from Alberta shelters highlights domestic violence crisis

For every child who stayed in a domestic violence shelter in Alberta last year, four more needed shelter but couldn’t access it.

Events

5 h. ago Ottawa on track to reach or exceed last year's homicide record, concerned police chief says

Speaking to the Ottawa Citizen on Monday, Stubbs said he is "100 per cent confident" that all the homicides are separate incidents.

Events

6 h. ago Helium Evolution Announces Expansion of ENEOS Xplora Financing

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION IN THE UNITED STATES CALGARY, Alberta, April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Helium Evolution Incorporated (TSXV:HEVI) (“HEVI” or the “Company”), a Canadian-based helium exploration company focused on developing assets in southern Saskatchewan, is pleased to announce a $1.8 million expansion of the initial financing of $2.7 million with ENEOS Xplora Inc. (“ENEOS Xplora”) […]

Other

6 h. ago Braid: Alberta separatism is going nowhere but it's a toxic factor in campaign

This would be a much more honest election campaign if the separatist bogey could be stuffed into a dusty closet and forgotten

Other

6 h. ago New Alberta acute care funding model introduces competition into surgery budgets

"Each facility will have to improve their performance," Premier Danielle Smith said

Science

6 h. ago Alberta taking next step to establish independent police agency, municipalities could opt

Alberta has announced new legislation to build on the existing groundwork for the creation of a new police agency announced last year. Bill 49 — the Public Safety Statutes Amendment Act 2025, makes amendments to the Police Act which would specify that the new “independent agency police service” would be a Crown corporation and would […]

Politics