7 h. ago Braid: Trump want to sell us fighter jets that can't fight. No thank you.

It would be no fun, as a fighter pilot, to find yourself in a toned-down plane up against the real thing.

Economics

8 h. ago American booze — made in Canada — amongst those leaving Sask. store shelves

Even though they are made in Canada, beers like Bud Light and Coors Light and hard seltzers such as Vizzy and White Claw will not be available at liquor stores in Saskatchewan.

Other

8 h. ago Quantum technology gets space for global discussion in Calgary

How could quantum technology impact how we live? The University of Calgary is launching an initiative that will have specialists from different fields gather and study the implications of quantum technology. The effort is a collaboration between the university, the province and Mphasis, the initiative’s first industry partner. The partnership has allowed the university to […]

Other

9 h. ago Alberta school support workers' strikes end after all deals ratified

Union happy more school districts are following the pattern set in Fort McMurray and Edmonton

Society

9 h. ago In Calgary courts: Lawyer accused of domestic assault avoids trial by entering into peace bond

Noteworthy legal cases in Calgary and area from March 17-21, 2025

Economics

9 h. ago Discarded cigarette blamed for Copperfield condo balcony fire

A discarded cigarette was the source of a fire on a balcony at a four-storey apartment complex in southeast Calgary early Friday morning, fire officials said. Around 3:10 a.m. the Calgary Fire Department received multiple 911 calls about a fire on a balcony in the community of Copperfield. When firefighters arrived at the 99 block […]

Events

9 h. ago Maxim Power Corp. Reports 2024 Financial and Operating Results with Revenue of $101 million and Record Annual Generation from M2

CALGARY, Alberta, March 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Maxim Power Corp. (“MAXIM” or the “Corporation”) (TSX: MXG) announced today the release of financial and operating results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2024. The audited condensed consolidated financial statements, accompanying notes and Management’s Discussion and Analysis (“MD&A”) will be available on SEDAR+ and on […]

Economics

9 h. ago Final Group of Striking Education Workers Vote for Settlement

CALGARY, Alberta — The last of nine groups of striking education workers voted to accept a settlement. CUPE 5040 members at the Parkland School Division voted 68% to accept their settlement. They will return to work on Monday. This marks the end of the largest strike in CUPE Alberta’s history. Details of the settlements will […]

Society

11 h. ago Wolf's former Wranglers teammates totally unsurprised by NHL success

It’s not like the Calgary Wranglers thought they’d never see Dustin Wolf again. He was eligible to play in the AHL playoffs last year, after all, so they had a pretty good idea that he’d be returning to them for a few games, at least. But when the Calgary Flames announced they were shutting Dan […]

Other

11 h. ago New Savannah Crossing and Plains for Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo's African exhibit

The former African Savannah Barn and Yard have been refurbished into the Savannah Crossings and Plains following nine months of work to update the spaces for its animals and viewers

Other

11 h. ago What to do with Hudson's Bay gift cards and rewards during liquidation

The Hudson's Bay Company (HBC) will begin liquidation sales on Monday for most of its locations in Canada — so what does this mean for any outstanding gift cards or rewards?On Friday, Canada's oldest company received approval from the Ontario Superior Court of Justice to run liquidation sales from March 24 to June 15.However, HBC has sought permission to keep six stores open while starting the liquidation of its remaining locations and e-commerce business.The Bay has not shared exactly how big the discounts will be, but if you're gearing up to take advantage of them, it may be helpful to know if any unused gift cards or your rewards will still be redeemable.The Bay gift cardsAccording to the latest court filings, the retailer will accept payments by debit, credit, cash and gift card during the liquidation process.However, Canadians who want to use their gift cards have a deadline of April 6 to use them before they are no longer accepted as a form of payment.Previous court...

Transport

11 h. ago Calgary firefighters called out to early Friday morning condo fire

Residents of a four-storey, 72-unit condo complex in Copperfield were forced from their homes on Friday by an early morning fire.

Events

13 h. ago Canadian Food Inspection Agency suspends license of Calgary breastmilk company

Without its license, the company cannot operate, but there is no recall on existing products

Economics

13 h. ago Meet the finalists for Calgary region's housing industry awards

The lineup for the 2024 BILDCR Awards is a deep field for best of area's new homes, communities, renovations, partners, marketing and sales.

Sport

14 h. ago More than $2 million in property stolen in residential break

Calgary police are asking the public for help identifying a person of interest in a series of residential break-ins in which about $2 million worth of property was stolen.

Economics

14 h. ago Hudson's Bay is keeping 3 of its Ontario locations open amid liquidation

A small flame may still flicker for the future of the Hudson's Bay Company, but much of the country will remain in the dark without the physical presence of Canada's oldest retailer and company.As part of its restructuring under creditor protection from the federal Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA), the retailer returns to the Ontario Superior Court of Justice today, seeking approval to keep just six stores open while beginning the liquidation of its remaining locations and e-commerce business on Monday, March 24, 2025, when fire sale prices of merchandise begin.This retains just 7.5 per cent of Hudson’s Bay's existing network of 80 stores across the country. Additionally, the three Saks Fifth Avenue and 13 Saks OFF 5th outlet stores will close.These select stores saved from the chopping block will be limited to Ontario and Quebec, where Hudson’s Bay has 32 and 13 stores, respectively. As well, three of the four distribution centres are currently located i...

Other

16 h. ago Tesla vehicle fires being investigated as arson: Calgary Police Service

Investigators say they believe the two fires are connected.

Events

17 h. ago Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Opens New Franchise Location in Calgary

New location offers bold Texas-style barbecue for the local community. Calgary, Alberta, March 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, the world’s largest barbecue franchise, is thrilled to announce the opening of its new location in Calgary, Alberta. This exciting venture is led by Mahbuba Safi, the latest franchisee to join the Dickey’s family. […]

Other

18 h. ago Condo complex evacuated after early morning blaze in Copperfield

A four-story apartment complex was evacuated in southeast Calgary early Friday morning after a blaze broke out on a balcony. At around 3:10 a.m. the Calgary Fire Department received multiple 911 calls about a fire on a balcony in the community of Copperfield. When firefighters arrived at the 99 Block of Copperstone Park, they found […]

Events

18 h. ago Western Business Coalition Leads Charge to Unleash Canada’s Natural Resource Potential and Secure Its Global Future

Calgary, March 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Western Business Coalition has launched its first major initiative – Untapped Potential – Driving Canadian Prosperity Through Natural Resources – to unlock the economic potential of Canada’s natural resource sector. This effort focuses on advocating for policies that drive investment, create jobs, and position Canada as a […]

Economics