58 m. ago Alberta legislature resumes with minister's resignation furthering focus on AHS scandal

Opposition New Democrats focus their question period efforts on the growing AHS procurement scandal, fuelled by the resignation of the provincial infrastructure minister earlier in the day

Politics

1 hour ago Bill 37: Alberta proposes licensing updates to mental health and addiction framework

Alberta is introducing new legislation that would make changes to licensing for mental health and addiction services, while giving the minister power to exempt certain people and providers from the framework. Mental Health and Addiction Minister Dan Williams tabled Bill 37 — the Mental Health Services Protection Amendment Act 2025 on Tuesday. The legislation proposes […]

Science

2 h. ago Capital Power declares dividends for its Common and Preference shares

EDMONTON, Alberta, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Board of Directors for Capital Power Corporation (“Capital Power”) (TSX: CPX) declared a dividend of $0.6519 per share on the outstanding common shares for the quarter ending March 31, 2025. The dividend is payable on April 30, 2025 to shareholders of record at the close of […]

Economics

2 h. ago Tornado Infrastructure Equipment Announces New Products Launch and TSX Venture 50™ Recognition

CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Tornado Infrastructure Equipment Ltd. (“Tornado”, the “Company”, “we” or “our”) (TSX-V: TGH; OTCQX: TGHLF) is pleased to announce the launch of new products and recognition in the TSX Venture 50™. New Products Launch Tornado unveiled its highly anticipated EF4 Tornado Hydrovac and Coring Machine at the WWETT Show […]

Economics

2 h. ago Ottawa just bought 500,000 ‘bird flu’ vaccines. Who is at risk?

Health Canada is aiming to cut the risk to front-line Canadians such as farm workers, vets and medical staff

Other

2 h. ago Saskatchewan farmer wants Supreme Court to hear emoji signature case

A 'thumbs up' emoji is costing one Saskatchewan farmer over $80,000 after two courts say it was enough to signify a contract agreement.

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3 h. ago Danielle Smith backs Trump’s call to build Keystone XL pipeline

'We want the Keystone XL Pipeline built!' Trump said on his Truth Social platform of the shelved project. And Alberta's premier was quick to agree

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4 h. ago Edmonton Archbishop appointed to Vancouver archdiocese by ailing Pope Francis

Smith, who had been serving as Archbishop of Edmonton, was the general co-ordinator of the pontiff's July 2022 trip to Canada

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4 h. ago Opinion: Restore adequate funding for Alberta's universities

Albertans are understandably proud to feature a world-class research and teaching university right in their home province. The University of Alberta delivers a great education to students and contributes critical research to the world. But years of deep cuts have put the U of A at risk. With the provincial budget set to be released […]

Society

4 h. ago Southern Alberta irrigation district fined $365,000 following 2022 death of diver

A southern Alberta irrigation district has been ordered to pay $365,000 in penalties following the death of a maintenance diver in 2022. The Eastern Irrigation District, based in Brooks, about 165 kilometres southeast of Calgary, had pleaded guilty to one count under the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Code for failing to ensure an intake […]

Economics

5 h. ago Alberta’s infrastructure minister resigns over procurement concerns

Alberta's minister of infrastructure has resigned his cabinet post amid the growing scandal over the Danielle Smith government's procurement practices.

Politics

5 h. ago Leader of trans vegan cult bemoans lack of vegan options in jail: ‘I might starve to death’

The leader of a trans vegan cult inked to six deaths across the U.S. is complaining about the lack of vegan options in jail. “Zizians” head Jack “Ziz” LaSota, who also goes by Andrea Phelps, was arrested on Feb. 16 in Maryland after months on the run. The 33-year-old, who uses she/her pronouns, appeared in […]

Politics

5 h. ago E. coli concerns prompt cheese recall in several Canadian provinces

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency issued the recall alert for Morbier de Scey and Raclette de Scey cheeses sold in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba and Quebec.

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5 h. ago Fiasco SAAQclic: en pleine campagne électorale, le conseil d’administration de la SAAQ a caché les dépassements de coût en raison d’un «risque médiatique et politique élevé»

En pleine campagne électorale 2022, le conseil d’administration de la Société d’assurance automobile du Québec a choisi de cacher

Politics

6 h. ago Keystone XL redux? Trump says he wants defunct oil pipeline back from the dead

CALGARY — U.S. President Donald Trump says he’d like to see the Keystone XL pipeline brought back from the dead, garnering an enthusiastic reception from Alberta’s premier but a tepid one from the company spun off from its erstwhile proponent. Trump posted on his Truth Social platform Monday that the Biden administration “viciously jettisoned” the […]

Events

6 h. ago The TTC is closing the busiest stretch of downtown subway for the entire weekend

Those planning to hop on the subway to get around downtown Toronto this weekend should be aware of a forthcoming full-weekend 9-stop TTC closure that will impact the line's busiest stations.For the entire duration of Saturday, March 1, and Sunday, March 2, the commission is suspending Line 1 Yonge-University service from Bloor-Yonge Station all the way past Union and around to Osgoode Station.Bloor is, of course, the most bustling station in the city's underground network, and one of the line's only three connection points to Line 2 Bloor-Danforth.Other stops impacted this weekend include Dundas and Queen, key for residents and visitors heading to the Eaton Centre, Yonge-Dundas Square and numerous other prime attractions, and Union, the city's central hub for travel on GO Transit, VIA Rail, and the UP Express.Osgoode would be the alternative stop for residents and visitors heading out to shop, dine, and more around the fashion district in lieu of Queen, but is also af...

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6 h. ago Aluminium: les tarifs pourraient coûter 100 000 emplois aux États

Alcoa prévient que les tarifs douaniers de 25% de Donald Trump sur l’aluminium pourraient coûter 100 000 emplois aux États-Unis.

Economics

7 h. ago Alberta Infrastructure Minister Guthrie resigns from cabinet citing concerns over government procurement practices

Guthrie, the MLA for Airdrie-Cochrane, added he will return to caucus as a private member

Politics

7 h. ago Alberta Infrastructure Minister resigns from cabinet citing concerns over government procurement practices

Guthrie, the MLA for Airdrie-Cochrane, added he will return to caucus as a private member

Politics

8 h. ago Cardinal Energy Ltd. Announces $40 Million Bought Deal Offering of Senior Subordinated Unsecured Debentures

THE BASE SHELF PROSPECTUS IS ACCESSIBLE, AND THE PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT AND ANY AMENDMENT TO THE FOREGOING DOCUMENTS WILL BE ACCESSIBLE WITHIN TWO BUSINESS DAYS, ON SEDAR+ NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION IN THE UNITED STATES. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS RESTRICTION MAY CONSTITUTE A VIOLATION OF UNITED STATES SECURITIES LAW CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) […]

Economics