56 m. ago Bedouin Soundclash headlines as Home County festival returns in July

Home County Music and Art Festival returns to Victoria Park, as Juno-winning group Bedouin Soundclash headlines the one-day event.

Culture

2 h. ago At least 20 wounded in Russian drone, missile attack on Ukraine’s capital

KYIV — A combined Russian drone and missile attack in Kyiv overnight Tuesday left at least 20 people wounded, according to Ukrainian officials. The attack, the latest in a spate of mass drone and missile attacks on Kyiv, occurred as world leaders convened at the Group of Seven meeting in Canada, which Ukrainian President Volodymyr […]

Events

3 h. ago Sikh separatists stage Calgary protest against Indian prime minister’s visit to G7

It was another day of protests in Calgary as world leaders attended the G7 summit in nearby Kananaskis, with the biggest crowd made up of about 30 Sikh separatists.

Politics

4 h. ago Suspected serial rabbit killer said hurting bunnies was 'kinda like playing god,' jury hears

Calgary man faces animal-cruelty charges in connection with the death of five of his pet rabbits

Events

4 h. ago In Calgary courts: Suspected serial rabbit killer said hurting bunnies was 'kinda like playing god,' jury hears

Noteworthy legal cases in Calgary and area from June 16 to 20, 2025

Events

5 h. ago WARMINGTON: No investigation so far as video shows kids kicking Indian PM’s photo

But the Calgary Police and the RCMP are aware of that video and of others with adults in convoy using language like "kill Modi politics"

Society

5 h. ago USW Local 1944 issues strike notice for Rogers technicians in Abbotsford

ABBOTSFORD, British Columbia, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — United Steelworkers union (USW) Local 1944 has issued a 72-hour strike notice at Rogers’ operations in Abbotsford, B.C., with 25 technicians set to walk off the job at 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, June 19. The Abbotsford technicians perform the same work as their counterparts in Surrey […]

Other

6 h. ago Class action lawsuit filed against the City of Calgary over construction

Among the alleged problems in connection with the project was 'inconsistent timelines and project implementation,' which caused 'constant sidewalk and road closures, and high traffic volume in the area'

Other

6 h. ago 5 takeaways from Calgary Stampeders' first road win of the 2025 CFL season

Adrian Greene snags two interceptions, Jalen Philpot big on the receiving end for victorious visitors over Toronto Argonauts

Transport

6 h. ago Alberta sees another big jump in measles cases, surpasses 900 total cases since March

There was another big jump in the number of confirmed cases of measles in Alberta over the weekend. There are now 932 cases in the province, the highest number in 40 years.

Other

6 h. ago Mitch Marner's breakup with the Toronto Maple Leafs is getting messy

The latest twist in the ongoing breakup between Mitch Marner and the Toronto Maple Leafs appears to have hit the non-profit sector.According to YYZSportsMedia's Jonah Sigel, Marner's charity — known as the Marner Assist Foundation — is cancelling its annual summer event in Toronto, originally set for next month."After thoughtful consideration, we have made the difficult decision to cancel this year's event, scheduled for July 10 and 11. The uncertainty around Mitch's summer schedule makes it challenging to plan responsibly. Out of respect for the time and commitment of our partners and supporters, we feel it's best to make this decision now," the statement read as shared by Sigel. "While we are disappointed not to come together this year, the Foundation will continue to honour all its commitments to charitable partners. We remain deeply grateful for the community."Multiple reports have suggested that conversation has ceased be...

Other

7 h. ago Saskatchewan premier says he can ’get behind’ Ottawa’s energy superpower vision

CALGARY — Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says he can truly get behind some of the statements Prime Minister Mark Carney has made about making Canada an energy superpower. Moe says he can hardly be called a member of the “Liberal booster club” and it’s unusual for him to express support for that political stripe. But […]

Other

7 h. ago Alberta reports 53 more cases of measles, surpasses 900 total cases since March

EDMONTON — Alberta has surpassed 900 cases of measles since the beginning of March. Data from the provincial government’s dashboard shows 53 more cases were confirmed over the weekend, bringing Alberta’s total to 932. The case count is the highest the province has seen in more than 40 years. Alberta Medical Association president Dr. Shelley […]

Other

7 h. ago Massive wine festival celebrating Canada lands in Toronto this summer

A brand-new wine festival exclusively celebrating Canadian wineries is coming to Toronto this summer, with unlimited samples and local eats.While countries like Italy, France and even New Zealand tend to hog the spotlight on the world wine stage, Canada just so happens to be home to some great wineries of its own, and it's only fair that they get their time to shine, too.Enter Elbows Up Coast-to-Coast Wine Fair, which is taking over Fort York this July for one whole day spent saluting the country's best grape growers.Co-opting the hockey phrase made popular by Canadian comedy legend Mike Myers as a response to tariff threats from below the border, the brand-new wine festival was born out of the desire to uplift boozy beverages cultivated on home turf.At the inaugural installment of the festival, you can expect to explore over 25 different wineries based everywhere from B.C.'s Okanagan Valley to Nova Scotia's Annapolis Valley and in between.Geary Avenue favourite Para...

Culture

8 h. ago Left of the dial: Five to see at Sled Island Music and Art Festival

Who: Kara-Lis Coverdale From: Toronto Experimental composer Kara-Lis Coverdale’s newest record, From Where You Came, is her first in eight years and offers mesmerizing compositions that mix pipe organ and woodwinds with electronic backing. Check out haunting soundscapes such as Problem of No Name and the mournful Eternity. When/Where: Friday, June 20 at Central United […]

Culture

8 h. ago Spaces to escape extreme weather for Calgary's homeless have been busy this summer

The need for shelter has remained steady this summer despite the warm weather

Other

8 h. ago Spaces to escape extreme weather for Calgary's homeless have been busy this spring

The need for shelter has remained steady this summer despite the warm weather

Other

10 h. ago Canadian embassy staffer rescued from building struck by a missile in Tel Aviv: Anita Anand

Minister of Foreign Affairs says woman is 'safe and sound,' thanks firefighters

Events

10 h. ago ’Project Runway’ fashion designer ID’d as protester killed at Utah ’No Kings’ rally

SALT LAKE CITY, Ut. — The 39-year-old man shot and killed at a weekend “No Kings” protest in Salt Lake City was a successful fashion designer and former “Project Runway” contestant who devoted his life to celebrating artists from the Pacific Islands. Arthur Folasa Ah Loo was killed when a man who was believed to […]

Events

10 h. ago Reeflex Solutions Inc. Announces Credit Facility With the Royal Bank of Canada

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES CALGARY, Alberta, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Reeflex Solutions Inc. (TSXV: RFX) (“Reeflex” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a credit agreement with the Royal Bank of Canada (“RBC”) for credit facilities (the “Credit […]

Economics