13 h. ago 'We have to be bold': Saskatchewan, Alberta premiers on energy and restoring investor confidence

'I think we have over the next number of years, the greatest opportunity that I've seen in my lifetime,' said Scott Moe

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4 d. ago Here's what to do with your empties in Ontario as Beer Stores close down

As Beer Store locations across Ontario gradually shut down, residents are wondering where the heck they're supposed to return their empty alcohol cans and bottles if and when their neighbourhood outpost of the chain closes.Since 2007, The Beer Store (TBS) has been accepting these returns for deposits under the Ontario Deposit Return Program (ODRP), which is administered by it, the provincial government, and the LCBO.But, with alcohol sale rules amended last year to allow convenience stores and a wider range of supermarkets to offer select adult beverages, these points of purchase will now also become part of the program.Under a new agreement, starting January 1, 2026, all grocery stores over 4,000 sq. ft. and more than 5 km from an operating Beer Store will be required to accept empty containers from consumers, and refund the deposits that are rolled into the price of canned and bottled drinks as a condition o...

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6 d. ago Western separatism can fizzle if Ottawa listens to grievances: Ambrose

CALGARY — Former federal Conservative cabinet minister Rona Ambrose says the secessionist sentiment in Alberta is an unwelcome source of uncertainty for investors — but it could fizzle out quickly if Ottawa handles it right. Ambrose, now deputy chair at TD Securities, said Tuesday there’s a feeling of resentment in Alberta and Saskatchewan. “I think […]

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6 d. ago Saskatchewan to join Alberta in buying American booze, months after tariff war pause

The Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) has announced plans to start buying and distributing American booze again, reversing a U.S. tariff countermeasure.

Economics

6 d. ago Smoke free summers a thing of the past as Alberta gets hit with wildfire smoke from all sides

Wildfires burning across western Canada are having a major impact on the air quality in most of Alberta. Smoke from wildfires burning in British Columbia, northern Alberta, Manitoba and Saskatchewan are cumulatively worsening the air quality across municipalities in the province and experts are saying smoke-free summers are becoming a thing of the past. Environment […]

Events

6 d. ago Ontario won’t bring U.S. alcohol back to LCBO as Alberta, Saskatchewan relent

Speaking at an event hosted by the Globe and Mail on Monday, Ford addressed plans by the premiers of Saskatchewan and Alberta to restore American-made alcohol in their provinces.

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7 d. ago Saskatchewan harm reduction workers want voice in new rehab model

After a year-long addiction recovery care partnership with Alberta and Ontario, Saskatchewan is looking to expand the model more widely and harm reduction workers want a voice.

Society

9 d. ago Wildfires in the Prairies having air quality impact on several provinces

MONTREAL — Poor air quality fuelled by wildfires burning across the Prairies left a large swath of the country enveloped in a haze for another day. Parts of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Ontario, Quebec, Saskatchewan, and Newfoundland and Labrador were experiencing poor air quality and reduced visibility due to the wildfires, a situation […]

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1 week ago Wildfire live updates: How to register for evacuee payments in Alberta | Government of Canada matching Red Cross donations for Saskatchewan, Manitoba

An ongoing look at everything you need to know about wildfires in Alberta and Western Canada.

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1 week ago Ontarians comfortable with their place in federation, westerns not so much: Poll

On the heels of the first ministers meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney in Saskatoon this week, a new Angus Reid poll said Alberta and Saskatchewan are far more likely to feel poorly represented by Ottawa, while Ontario is the most comfortable province in the federation. The poll also showed that Alberta and Saskatchewan are […]

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1 week ago Special weather alerts issued in Ontario for some of the worst air quality in the world

As Southern Ontario enjoys a very welcome midweek hit of summertime temperatures following an unseasonably chilly and dreary end to May, residents may notice that the sun appears to be working overtime to shine through a layer of haze carried in from the wildfires raging in B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.The skies above the Toronto area started looking a little congested on Monday as smoke began making its entrance from the western provinces, where thousands of people are being evacuated and some companies are shutting down operations amid intensifying blazes.As of Tuesday afternoon, 29 Ontario locales have been issued air quality warnings or special weather statements from Environment Canada due to the deteriorating conditions.The alerts affect the western third of the province, including cities like Thunder Bay, which had an extremely dangerous level of pollutants that rated it as "hazardous" on the U.S. Air Quality Index...

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2 w. ago Pipeline politics and economic corridor dominate first ministers meeting in Saskatoon

Premiers from Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba want federal infrastructure dollars for everything from railways to pipelines.

Politics

2 w. ago Hotel spaces freed up in Winnipeg for wildfire evacuees, Alberta dealing with winds

First Nations leaders have called on provincial and federal leaders to direct hotels to prioritize evacuees.

Events

2 w. ago Cenovus shuts in oilsands production at Christina Lake operations because of wildfires

Thousands of residents have been affected by wildfires in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta.

Events

2 w. ago Smoke from Canadian wildfires has crossed the Atlantic Ocean and is blowing over the U.K.

The wildfires have killed two people and forced the evacuation of more than 25,000 people from Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Alberta

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2 w. ago Ontario inks trade deals with Saskatchewan and Alberta ahead of meeting with Carney

Both deals pledge to advance measures that would see provinces allow the sale of alcohol directly to consumers

Economics

2 w. ago Ontario inks trade deals with Saskatchewan, Alberta ahead of meeting

SASKATOON — Alberta and Saskatchewan signed agreements with Ontario on Sunday to remove trade barriers ahead of a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney to hash out a plan they hope will supercharge the economy. The memorandum of understanding between Saskatchewan and Ontario sees both provinces mutually recognize each other’s goods, workers and investment, while […]

Economics

2 w. ago OPINION: Ottawa and Carney must get serious and listen to the West

If Prime Minister Mark Carney doesn’t listen to the West, it’s going to cost Canada.  Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe are demanding that Ottawa stop stomping on their provinces’ natural resource production.  Smith is telling Carney to scrap the “no more pipelines” law, Bill C-69, lift the cap on Alberta’s energy and […]

Transport

2 w. ago Alberta firefighters temporarily trapped battling wildfires find shelter, safety

Firefighters across Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba face another day of challenging fire conditions. On Thursday, eight firefighters from Alberta needed help fleeing the flames.

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2 w. ago Crews brace for more hot, dry temperatures in fight against Prairie wildfires

Crews will face hot, dry conditions with the odd chance of rain today as they try to put down wildfires that have forced thousands out of their homes from Alberta to Manitoba. Saskatchewan and Manitoba have declared provincewide states of emergency to deal with the fires, most of which are scorching pockets of rural communities […]

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