8 h. ago Lethbridge shelter expansion delayed, but community services growing

Construction delays have pushed the Lethbridge Shelter and Resource Centre expansion to the end of March, but local organizations continue to expand support services.

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36 h. ago Federal government to provide $35 million in joint funding to Alberta to tackle homelessness

Seniors, Community and Social Services Minister Jason Nixon said the funding will go towards projects aimed at developing long-term transitional shelters, enhancing capacity within shelters and improving existing outreach systems.

Economics

45 h. ago Calgary police investigating suspicious death in city's southeast

The Calgary Police Service is investigating a Tuesday morning death in the southeast community of Legacy. At approximately 2:15 a.m., police responded to reports of a disturbance in the 200 block of Legacy Boulevard S.E. Upon arrival, officers discovered a deceased male. CPS has secured the area and the major crimes unit is investigating the […]

Events

3 d. ago TAIT: Consultation, detail work necessary before province launches ADAP

With the provincial government returning to their mahogany desks — or, at least, they look like mahogany — as the legislatures resumes Tuesday, Albertans with disabilities are looking for clarity. In early February, Seniors and Community Services Minister Jason Nixon announced the Alberta Disability Assistance Program as part of the Assured Income for the Severely […]

Society

6 d. ago Federal government announces $10M to fund programs to counter antisemitism

OTTAWA — The federal government is putting an additional $10 million into a program aimed at helping community groups counter violent extremism and antisemitism. Official Languages Minister Rachel Bendayan tells the National Forum on Combatting Antisemitism that this money will go toward the Community Resilience Fund. She says this money will help fund security services […]

Politics

6 d. ago Pythian Named Top Employer in Canada’s National Capital Region for 2025

Employee satisfaction with comprehensive benefits programs highlights Pythian’s commitment to fostering a culture that blends flexibility, learning, and community involvement OTTAWA, Ontario, March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Pythian Services Inc. (“Pythian”), a leading global services company specializing in data, analytics, and AI solutions, announced it has been named as one of the National Capital […]

Society

9 d. ago How to protect yourself from fraudsters: Edmonton law enforcement 

With fraud costing Canadians billions of dollars each year, the Edmonton Police Service (EPS) and its community partners are launching Fraud Prevention Month with an event aimed at educating the public on common scams and how to avoid them. The campaign started Monday at the Central Lions Seniors Recreation Centre, where officials from EPS, RCMP, […]

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1 week ago Physicians see big holes in health care numbers in Alberta Budget

There are big health care-shaped holes in the 2025-2026 budget issued by Finance Minister Nate Horner on Thursday, says the Alberta Medical Association. According to the budget documents, the new Physician Compensation and Development budget doesn’t provide the required funding to address increased use of health services in primary, acute and community settings, said a […]

Science

2 w. ago Canadian First Nations call for stable, equitable funding for local police

The TsuuT'ina Nation Police Service, known by its community as Tosunga, is one of three self-administered police forces on First Nations in Alberta.

Events

3 w. ago Parker: New leader of Calgary Health Foundation aims to continue legacy of service

Respected business and community leader Murray Sigler has been fortunate to spend a long career involved in leadership roles, embracing his passions for philanthropy, business and sports. He has announced his retirement as president and CEO of Calgary Health Foundation, but will no doubt remain active in service to this community. The Foundation is embarking […]

Politics