4 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

5 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

5 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

6 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

6 h. ago 'We got our butts handed to us:' ABC Vancouver pledges to learn from byelection defeat

"I don't even think it's a question as to whether or not ABC is going to listen to it, they're going to have to ... the message was sent loud and clear," said ABC campaign strategist Stephen Carter.

Politics

7 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

7 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

7 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

8 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

8 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

8 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

8 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

8 h. ago Former prime minister Stephen Harper to introduce Pierre Poilievre at Edmonton rally

It's the first time Harper has hit the campaign trail since the 2015 election, when he was prime minister

Politics

8 h. ago Former prime minister Stephen Harper to introduce Pierre Poilievre at Edmonton rally on Monday

It's the first time Harper has hit the campaign trail since the 2015 election, when he was prime minister

Politics

8 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

8 h. ago Town of Cardston removes controversial alleyway mural after hearing concerns

A mural has been removed after causing controversy in Cardston. The mural was installed to be a crime deterrent on the town's main street.

Transport

8 h. ago John Ivison: Carney isn’t making his visit to Alberta a welcome one

It could be a rough homecoming given his environmental positions, especially after he appeared to mock Alberta Premier Danielle Smith

Transport

8 h. ago Alberta's tourism industry hoping to capitalize on tariff wary travellers

Alberta tourism operators say they are seeing an increase in bookings

Economics

9 h. ago Canoe EIT Income Fund Announces April 2025 Monthly Distribution

CALGARY, Alberta, April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canoe EIT Income Fund (the “Fund”) (TSX – EIT.UN) announces the April 2025 monthly distribution of $0.10 per unit. Unitholders of record on April 23, 2025, will receive distributions payable on May 15, 2025. About Canoe EIT Income FundCanoe EIT Income Fund is one of Canada’s largest […]

Other

9 h. ago China actively promoting Carney Liberal campaign: Election watchdog

The Chinese operation meant to "influence Canadian Chinese communities" and "mold perceptions" about Carney, a SITE task force member said

Politics