1 hour ago Varcoe: Major international airlines buy stake in WestJet, amid 'transition year' for Calgary

Delta Air Lines is buying 15 per cent of Calgary-based WestJet and Korean Air is acquiring a 10 per cent stake

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8 h. ago Giant bridge under construction will soon join iconic Toronto skyline view

The iconic skyline view enjoyed from the Leaside Bridge over the Don Valley will soon be even more dynamic, as the early stages of construction advance for what will likely prove one of the most significant bridges ever built in Toronto.Under construction since 2024, the new Don Valley Crossing bridge will play an integral role in the future Ontario Line subway — a 15.6-kilometre transit route linking the upcoming Eglinton Crosstown LRT in the north with Exhibition Place in the south.Serving 15 new stations, including a stretch through the heart of downtown, the line will include a combined underground and above-grade right-of-way that will cross the Don Valley (and the Don Valley Parkway) twice along its route. This routing requires two separate bridges to carry trains across the valley.While the smaller Lower Don Bridge, which will cross the Don River in the West Don Lands and Riverside neighbourhoods, is set to be the more visually flashy of the two crossings, boa...

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8 h. ago Toronto subway stations actually had a smart design until the TTC ruined it

Sometimes sticky and often dreary, for better or worse, Toronto’s subway stations have a distinct look to them that can sometimes feel a bit random.But, despite the harsh fluorescent lights and brutalist feeling, the TTC originally designed its stations with purpose and reason — before throwing it all out the window.Recently, the Youtuber Not Smooth Steve dug into the little-known history of the TTC colour coding that used to define the city's stations."I've known about the colour code for many years and don't recall where I first heard of it,” Steve tells blogTO. "It's just one of those weird things you never really think about, but once you know it exists, you can't help but see it!"Thanks to Steve, we now have an overview of how subway stations used to look in Toronto and, with a little cursory research, what exactly went wrong.The OG colour schemeThe station look for Toronto's subway was simple: clean lines,...

Culture

8 h. ago Fare With A Flair: Flourless chocolate cake easy and delicious

It's Mother's Day weekend and I'm excited to be hosting a brunch to celebrate my daughters-in-law and my sister.

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12 h. ago STAMPEDERS ROOKIE CAMP: Dynamic draftee Quincy Vaughn 'available' to do it all

Hamilton product arrives in CFL having played multiple positions, including quarterback and tight end

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13 h. ago Pembina Pipeline Corporation Reports Voting Results from 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders

CALGARY, Alberta — Pembina Pipeline Corporation (“Pembina” or the “Company”) (TSX: PPL; NYSE: PBA) reported the voting results from its annual meeting of shareholders held virtually on May 9, 2025 (the “Meeting”). Each of the matters voted upon at the Meeting is discussed in detail in the Company’s Management Information Circular dated March 20, 2025 […]

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13 h. ago Edmonton, Calgary mayors call potential separatism referendum ‘dangerous’

Calgary — Alberta’s two big-city mayors say a separation referendum would be “devastating” to their local economies and is a needless distraction during a period in which the country should be focused on unity. “It is very dangerous talk,” Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi said in an interview with The Canadian Press. “It is dangerous talk […]

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13 h. ago LTC politicians leery of service cuts to meet mayor's tax hike target

London Transit politicians may shy away from service cuts, amid construction-related delays and further declines in Fanshawe enrolment.

Politics

13 h. ago Pipe dream 'is finally here' in city, as Calgary Wild FC makes debut Sunday

Northern Super League makes first-ever appearance in YYC to excite local stars, soccer fans

Sport

15 h. ago City of Calgary signs deal for closer ties with Blackfoot Confederacy

Piikani chief says he hopes agreement leads to partnerships in industries that will yield economic benefits for his community members, starting with tourism

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16 h. ago Canucks: Is the door still open for goal scorer Brock Boeser?

Patrik Allvin told season ticket holders he's still hopeful they can bring the popular Canuck back. But the player has to want to come back.

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16 h. ago B.C. Sports Hall of Fame postpones induction gala due to slow ticket sales, escalating costs

The group, featuring Christine Sinclair, Ray Ferraro and Jim Hughson, was supposed to honoured June 4, but it will now be in October

Sport

17 h. ago After 29 fatal collisions last year, council agrees to fund $1 million more for traffic

Committee said it will ask for an addition $6.5 million next year to improve traffic calming and safety

Economics

18 h. ago Calgary, Edmonton mayors call potential separatism referendum ‘dangerous’

The mayors of Calgary and Edmonton say talk about an Alberta separation referendum is dangerous for the economy because it creates uncertainty for potential investors.

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18 h. ago In Calgary courts: Hearing set for convicted rapist which could see him locked up indefinitely

Noteworthy legal cases in Calgary and area from May 5-9, 2025

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18 h. ago In Calgary courts: Youth who murdered Calgary teen over expensive hoodie to face sentencing hearing next month

Noteworthy legal cases in Calgary and area from May 5-9, 2025

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18 h. ago Police seek witnesses to April 25 swarming of woman at downtown O

Ottawa police robbery detectives are seeking possible witnesses to a swarming theft April 25 Friday at the Rideau Street O-Train station. Police said Friday a woman suffered non-life-threatening injuries in the assault at about 8 p.m. According to police, “members of the public intervened and assisted the victim,” but the attackers then targeted the Good […]

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18 h. ago Alaris Announces the Trustee Election Results from its Unitholder Meeting

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION IN THE UNITED STATES. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS RESTRICTION MAY CONSTITUTE A VIOLATION OF UNITED STATES SECURITIES LAW. CALGARY, Alberta, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Alaris Equity Partners Income Trust (“Alaris” or the “Trust“) (TSX:AD.UN) is pleased to announce the results of voting on the election of trustees at its […]

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19 h. ago ‘Way to go bud’: Flames coach Ryan Huska celebrates son’s hockey achievement

Luke Huska, whose dad is the bench boss for the Calgary Flames, was selected in the second round of the 2025 WHL Prospects Draft

Sport

19 h. ago NHL taking closer look at vicious Vegas crosscheck to face of Edmonton Oilers winger

This in from NHL player safety, news that Nicolas Roy of the Vegas Golden Knights will have a hearing today on his crosscheck to the face of Edmonton Oilers forward Trent Frederic. NHL Player Safety @NHLPlayerSafety “Vegas’ Nicolas Roy will have a hearing tonight for cross-checking Edmonton’s Trent Frederic.” Nicolas Roy will have a hearing […]

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