3 h. ago Woman killed in collision between vehicle and train near Airdrie

A woman was killed near Airdrie on Thursday in a collision between her vehicle and a train pulling a line of tanker cars.

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4 h. ago Pembina Pipeline announces stake in Alberta power plant that could supply data centre

CALGARY — Pembina Pipeline Corp. announced it’s investing in a proposed Edmonton-area natural gas power plant that could supply a massive data centre complex, as it reported a dip in quarterly earnings and a boost in pipeline volumes. It said Thursday it has entered into agreements for a 50 per cent stake in the Greenlight […]

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4 h. ago Prospera Announces Monthly Operations Update and Increase to Term Loan

CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Prospera Energy Inc. (TSX.V: PEI, OTC: GXRFF) (“Prospera“, “PEI” or the “Corporation“) Prospera Energy remains committed to providing stakeholders with transparent, timely, and data-driven updates on operational performance and field developments. This monthly report delivers key insights into the company’s production trends, optimization initiatives, and strategic advancements. […]

Economics

5 h. ago Woman dead after vehicle struck by CPKC train north of Airdrie

No one else was reported injured as a result of the collision and officers had reopened the road by around 3 p.m.

Transport

6 h. ago 'Absolute professional': Flames high on draftee defenceman Eric Jamieson

'There’s just too many adjectives to use in terms of Eric. He’s a great kid to work with,' said Ray Edwards, the Flames’ director of player development

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8 h. ago In Calgary courts: Jurors begin deliberations on whether gunman who ambushed Calgary couple outside their home intended to murder them

Noteworthy legal cases in Calgary and area from Feb. 24-28, 2025

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8 h. ago Calgary tow trucks not invited to collisions can face lofty fine under new rules

'A $10,000 hit, that's a big deal,' said Don Getschel, the Towing and Recovery Association of Alberta's Edmonton director

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8 h. ago Gang member from Montreal involved in human trafficking in Alberta

A 26-year-old man affiliated with a Montreal-based gang was released from custody after being arrested last month for trafficking women in Calgary and Edmonton, according to the Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team. The agency’s investigation identified five victims and found the offences occurred over two years. At the time of his arrest, the man, who […]

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8 h. ago How different product labelling rules hurt internal trade in Canada

The U.S. tariff threat has put a renewed focus on internal trade in Canada, Some legal experts say different product labelling rules pose interprovincial barriers.

Economics

9 h. ago Bombardier Celebrates Milestone Challenger 3500 Aircraft Delivery, the 1,000th Bombardier Super

The milestone delivery took place with customer JM Family Entreprises, who received the ceremonial key to their aircraft at Bombardier’s Challenger delivery centre More than 700 Bombardier employees and invitees gathered to celebrate this milestone, emphasizing the exceptional talent and expertise that contributed to the historic success of Bombardier’s line of super-midsize aircraft The Challenger […]

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9 h. ago Michael J. Fox to make rare appearance at Calgary Expo in April to celebrate 40th anniversary of Back to the Future

Canadian actor Michael J. Fox is scheduled to make a rare appearance at Calgary Expo this year as part of a panel dedicated to the Back to the Future franchise on the 40th anniversary of the first 1985 film. The Edmonton-born retired actor and activist, who suffers from Parkinson’s disease, is only making four appearances […]

Culture

9 h. ago Veren shares jump as oil and gas producer announces improved well performance

CALGARY — Shares in Veren Inc. jumped as the oil and gas producer said it finished 2024 with improved performance out of its wells in northwestern Alberta and would take a breather from big asset deals. Veren, which changed its name from Crescent Point Energy last year, saw its share price rise around 10 per […]

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9 h. ago Calgary 1988 Olympic torch engraved in Edmonton featured on Pawn Stars episode

Calgary’s 1988 Winter Olympics brought global talent and heartening underdogs to the city, notably British ski jumper Eddie the Eagle and the Jamaican bobsled team that served as the inspiration behind 1993’s film Cool Runnings. The 1988 Winter Olympic torch is considered one of the most rare due to how few, less than 150, were […]

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10 h. ago Millennials are the most influential group of homebuyers in Canada

Calgary’s former crop of first-time buyers are fast becoming today’s move-up purchasers.

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10 h. ago Severely injured Calgarian set to return from Mexico on medevac flight

A Calgary family is anxiously counting down the hours until they welcome their severely injured loved one back following a multiple-day delay where his insurance company said he was not fit to fly. Trevor Cockrell, 55, suffered multiple broken bones and a collapsed lung after he and his family were rear-ended by a car on […]

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12 h. ago GAMEDAY: Flames look to keep momentum moving with tough test against Lightning

Calgary Flames (28-21-8) at Tampa Bay Lightning (33-20-4) When: Thursday, 5 p.m., Amalie Arena TV: Sportsnet West. Radio: Sportsnet 960 The Fan Odds: Lightning -225, Flames +185 The buzz If you can beat the Washington Capitals in their own barn, you can beat anybody, right? Winning games in the NHL is more complicated than that, obviously, but after knocking […]

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13 h. ago Jimmy Kimmel talks Calgary and fluoride: 'What a giant screw

Some of the most pointed and entertaining commentary about President Donald Trump these days is coming from late night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel. As one Postmedia colleague notes, it’s like he’s become the most effective opposition to the presidency and recent Trump decisions. With Kimmel’s television and online audiences swelling in size in the […]

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14 h. ago History uncovered: Documentary looks at Stoney Nakoda's relationship with Alberta film, Stampede, Banff Indian Days

There is a section in Cody Lefthand’s documentary, Stories We Have Earned: The Stoney Nakoda Film Project, that focuses on a horrifying scene in the 1970 Alberta-shot western Little Big Man. The film, partially shot in the Stoney Nakoda community of Mînî Thnî (formerly Morley) west of Calgary, the epic scene required a number of […]

Culture

14 h. ago WorkSafeBC's nudge on crane rules just an 'interim step' for safety, union says

"Providing guidance in the meantime is sort of, let's call it an interim step, to try to prevent similar incidents from happening again." — Josh Towsley, International Union of Operating Engineers Local 115

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14 h. ago Prairie Provident Announces Spud of Basal Quartz Horizontal Well

CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Prairie Provident Resources Inc. (“Prairie Provident” or the “Company”) (TSX:PPR) is pleased to announce the spud of the Basal Quartz horizontal well 100/14-32-29-18W4. Drilling operations are expected to take eight days to complete, after which the well will be fracture stimulated and brought on-stream. This is the […]

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