84 m. ago Three takeaways as comeback secure precious points for Flames against Sharks

These Calgary Flames absolutely refuse to go gently into the night. Even when you think it might finally be time to declare them done and dusted, they find a way to fight another day. They definitely don’t do it the easy way, though. There were moments on Monday night when it felt like the jig […]

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7 h. ago In Calgary courts: Fatal stabbing victim Vanessa Ladouceur had wounds suggesting she tried to fend off her attacker, court hears

Noteworthy legal cases in Calgary and area from April 7-11, 2025

Events

7 h. ago 35th Annual National Suicide Prevention Conference in Richmond Hill, Ontario

RICHMOND HILL, Ontario, April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (CASP) is thrilled to announce the 35th Annual National Suicide Prevention Conference, scheduled to take place May 14 – 16, 2025, at the Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel & Suites in Richmond Hill, Ontario. This signature event brings together a […]

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7 h. ago Scientists genetically engineer wolves with white hair and muscular jaws like the extinct dire wolf

Three genetically engineered wolves that may resemble extinct dire wolves are trotting, sleeping and howling in an undisclosed secure location in the U.S., according to the company that aims to bring back lost species. The wolf pups, which range in age from three to six months old, have long white hair, muscular jaws and already […]

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8 h. ago Stampede Bowl brings Calgary Stampeders, 'Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth' together at last

The Calgary Stampeders and the Calgary Stampede have never worked hand in hand with one another. Until now. With the Stampeders working these days from a “bigger and bolder” playbook in every aspect of their operation, the inaugural Stampede Bowl has them teaming up with ‘The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth’. The regular-season contest — […]

Culture

9 h. ago Images and video give Calgarians glimpse of redesigned Olympic Plaza

Calgarians now have a better idea of what the city's new Olympic Plaza will look like, following the release of design plans and artist renderings of the project on Monday.

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10 h. ago Helium Evolution Announces Expansion of ENEOS Xplora Financing

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION IN THE UNITED STATES CALGARY, Alberta, April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Helium Evolution Incorporated (TSXV:HEVI) (“HEVI” or the “Company”), a Canadian-based helium exploration company focused on developing assets in southern Saskatchewan, is pleased to announce a $1.8 million expansion of the initial financing of $2.7 million with ENEOS Xplora Inc. (“ENEOS Xplora”) […]

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10 h. ago In Calgary courts: Driver who killed Okotoks woman and her adult son spared jail term

Noteworthy legal cases in Calgary and area from April 7-11, 2025

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11 h. ago Martin Pospisil would be a playoff hit but can he help Flames get there?

Flames forward Martin Pospisil now owns a franchise record. What he’s after, however, is a taste of the Stanley Cup playoffs

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11 h. ago Canoe EIT Income Fund Announces April 2025 Monthly Distribution

CALGARY, Alberta, April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canoe EIT Income Fund (the “Fund”) (TSX – EIT.UN) announces the April 2025 monthly distribution of $0.10 per unit. Unitholders of record on April 23, 2025, will receive distributions payable on May 15, 2025. About Canoe EIT Income FundCanoe EIT Income Fund is one of Canada’s largest […]

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13 h. ago Canadian man locked out of $43K in PC Optimum points by Loblaws

A new report shines a light on a Loblaws shopper who recently had $43,000 worth of PC Optimum points frozen in his account before he could spend them.Frank Zhang has saved 43 million PC Optimum points over his lifetime by shopping at Loblaws stores and using a PC Mastercard, but he was quite shocked when he tried to redeem his points in January and found his account locked.According to a CBC Go Public report, the automated online help tool initially told him his account was frozen and that he needed to change his password to unlock it. That didn't resolve his issue, so Zhang called the helpline instead and was met with a different answer. The person on the phone told him that he'd broken the PC Optimum terms and conditions, but they refused to say which rule specifically led to his account being frozen.A Calgary man named Jeff Mack suffered the same issue after having his 1.5 million points ($1,500) frozen last fall. At least the support channel told him his account was di...

Economics

14 h. ago Enormous outdoor flower market coming to Toronto just in time for Mother's Day

Toronto is getting a huge outdoor flower market all summer long, and it's set to arrive just in time for Mother's Day.With blustery temperatures forecast all week in Toronto, it's easy to feel like we'll never be able to enjoy spending time outdoors again (let alone choose to, voluntarily), but signs of spring are everywhere.From tracking the progress of High Park's cherry blossoms to eagerly anticipating opening day at Canada's Wonderland, there's just no denying that we are, despite the weather suggesting otherwise, edging ever closer to the sunny season.Another hotly anticipated annual spring and summertime tradition in Toronto, the Toronto Flower Market, is also due to make its comeback alongside the sunshine, gearing up for its 12th season kickoff this May.As is the tradition, the monthly market will host its first event of the season on Saturday, May 10, the day before Mother's Day, so that you can treat the mothers and mother figures in your life to a brea...

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15 h. ago Parkland, activist investor Simpson Oil, nominate competing director slates

CALGARY — Parkland Corp. and its biggest shareholder have each proposed competing board slates as their dispute heats up ahead of the fuel refiner and retailer’s annual general meeting next month. Simpson Oil Ltd., the Cayman Islands-based firm that owns almost 20 per cent of Parkland’s shares, has named nine nominees it wants to see […]

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15 h. ago Things to do in Calgary in April: Aggie Days | PetFest | Rock the Village

There is no shortage of things to do in Calgary. Here are highlights from local events in and around the city. Check out our events calendar for more. Calgary Toy Show and Sale View this post on Instagram A post shared by Calgary Toy Show (@calgarytoyshow) The Calgary Toy Show and Sale is a family-friendly […]

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16 h. ago Double feature of Bluebeard's Castle and Gianni Schicchi show Calgary Opera at its best

  Calgary Opera’s final offering of its 2024/2025 season consists of a double bill that contains some interesting coincidences and contrasts. By way of coincidences, these two one-act operas, Bartók’s Bluebeard’s Castle and Puccini’s Gianni Schicchi, both received their first performances in the same year: 1918. However, Puccini’s opera was to be his last fully […]

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16 h. ago Vibrant New Addition to the JdV by Hyatt Brand – TOOR Hotel – Opens in Downtown Toronto

New upscale lifestyle hotel brings an elevated experience to the heart of Toronto CHICAGO — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) announced today the opening of TOOR Hotel, a stylish new upscale lifestyle hotel in Toronto’s lively Garden District. As the second JdV by Hyatt hotel in the city, and the third in Canada, TOOR Hotel expands […]

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16 h. ago Trump and Netanyahu will meet on tariffs, the war in Gaza and more

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet President Donald Trump in Washington on Monday, becoming the first foreign leader to visit Trump since he unleashed tariffs on countries around the world. Whether Netanyahu’s visit succeeds in bringing down or eliminating Israel’s tariffs remains to be seen, but how it plays out could set the stage […]

Economics

17 h. ago THE HOT QUESTION: Could Zayne Parekh make his Flames debut this season?

At this point, it would probably be more of a surprise if Zayne Parekh wasn’t in Calgary by the end of the week. With his Saginaw Spirit officially eliminated from the OHL playoffs by the Erie Otters on Saturday night, Parekh’s future is in Calgary — both next season and, it seems likely, in the […]

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18 h. ago Parkland nominates 13 directors including three Simpson Oil nominees

CALGARY – Parkland Corp. is proposing a slate of 13 directors including three backed by dissident shareholder Simpson Oil Ltd. for election to its board at its annual meeting next month. The Calgary-based company says the nominees come as Simpson, which owns a 19.8 per cent stake in Parkland, proposes its own rival slate of […]

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19 h. ago Leong: City of Calgary’s Cowboys Park consultation is pure bovine manure

What's the point of asking for public input even though the new park configuration has already been decided?

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