6 h. ago New B.C. border security concerns arise as U.S. cracks down on Quebec library

"This is a library that has existed for well over 100 years," Dr. Lori Trautman, director of the Border Policy Research Institute at Western Washington University told Global News.

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9 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 […]

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10 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

10 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

10 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 […]

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10 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

10 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 […]

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12 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

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12 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.

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14 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

14 h. ago Mayors of border cities call on Ottawa for funding, support as tariff war continues

Mayors of several Canadian border cities and towns are calling for support from the federal government as the tariff war with the United States starts to hurt their communities. They say their communities are disproportionately impacted because local businesses rely heavily on cross-border movement of goods and visitors. Mike Bradley, mayor of Sarnia, Ont., says […]

Economics

14 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

17 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 Toronto bar known for cheap eats and drinks abruptly closes after 20 years

It's easy as a millennial to feel like the Toronto we once knew and loved is dead and gone — and it wasn't a drawn-out demise, either, but one heralded by a rapid spate of closures of iconic institutions.One more in this long line has just hit the chopping block, its abrupt disappearance leaving a hole along Spadina Avenue (and in our hearts).Red Room is one among a family of bars beloved by students and those of us regulars who have been frequenting them for well over a decade.It was first opened in 2007 as the moodier sibling of Green Room, a legendary, though somewhat seedy place that resided in a back alley off Bloor Street, but ended up having to move when its building was sold in 2017.While fans breathed a collective sigh of relief once it was announced that Green Room had settled into the old Crown & Tiger Space on College Street, the fate of Red Room under the exact same circumstances appears to be, unfortunately, the opposite.The restaurant, lo...

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18 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. […]

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19 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 […]

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19 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

19 h. ago Canada’s Courtney Hoffos wins silver medal at ski cross world championship

SAINT MORITZ — Canada’s Courtney Hoffos claimed silver in women’s ski cross at the freestyle skiing world championships on Friday. World Cup champion Fanny Smith of Switzerland won gold, while Germany’s Daniela Maier took bronze. India Sherret of Cranbrook, B.C., finished eighth. Hoffos, from Windermere, B.C., had three podium finishes on this season’s World Cup […]

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