5 h. ago The only ballot question in Edmonton and Calgary: ‘Social disorder’

Alberta's big cities are choosing a mayor, and business leaders overwhelmingly say there is one clear priority - clean up the streets

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8 h. ago Delivery apps turn to retail stores for revenue growth opportunities

Whether it’s a last-minute Halloween costume or a 2 a.m. cough syrup shortage, delivery apps are promising to bring more than just food to your doorstep. Many Canadians quickly became accustomed to having groceries and takeout delivered to their homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, setting the stage for food delivery apps to flourish. While food […]

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12 h. ago Why different may be more important than better in the Edmonton Oilers Stanley Cup search: 9 Things

The beginning of the new season is almost upon us. It is a tall order in front of the Edmonton Oilers. Since 1994, not one Western Conference team has ever three-peated in consecutive years. But here is why the Oilers have a chance to make history. That and more in this edition of 9 Things […]

Economics

20 h. ago Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch credits U of A playing days coach Rob Daum for his even demeanour

If you’re wondering how far back Darnell Nurse goes with Kris Knoblauch, it’s 10 years, because Nurse was playing junior for Sheldon Keefe’s Soo Greyhounds in the 2015 OHL playoffs while Knoblauch was on the rival Erie Otters bench. Nurse barely knew Knoblauch then, but he’s got a very good book on him now after […]

Economics

23 h. ago Slow start, strong finish seems likely for new look Edmonton Oilers

'We have the belief in our group that we can contend again for a Stanley Cup, I don’t know why we would have any reason to think otherwise'

Culture

29 h. ago Police seek youth suspect after north Edmonton playground sex assault

Police have been trying to identify the suspect but are now releasing a composite sketch to generate tips about his identity

Events

30 h. ago Share the harvest plows on in spite of tariffs and climate change

'Generally speaking, we were getting 'just in time' rains and 'just enough' rains and yields have been largely surprisingly good'

Society

44 h. ago Suspect sketch released in Edmonton playground sexual assault of young girl

Police are looking for help identifying a youth believed to have sexually assaulted an eight-year-old girl at a park in the northside community of Lorelei this past July. 

Events

44 h. ago Dangerous driving charge laid in Whitemud crash that killed Edmonton father

Three months after a crash claimed the life of a father, police have charged the semi-truck driver involved in the collision in south Edmonton with driving causing death.

Events

45 h. ago Police investigating after senior struck and killed by truck in south Edmonton

Police confirmed this is the 26th traffic fatality in the city this year

Events

47 h. ago 20 countries the Canadian government really doesn't want you to travel to

If you're considering travelling internationally, it's essential to consult the latest Canada travel advisory before planning your trip.Currently, Canada has a travel advisory in place for almost two dozen countries, urging travellers to "avoid all travel." These high-level warnings shouldn't be ignored, as travelling to these countries could put your life at risk."You should not travel to this country, territory or region," reads the government's advisories website. "Your personal safety and security are at great risk. If you are already there, you should think about leaving if it is safe to do so."Reasons for these warnings vary from arbitrary arrests, armed conflict, kidnappings, and terrorist attacks. It's also important to note that your travel insurance could be affected if a travel advisory has been issued for your destination.Below is the full list of countries currently under Canada's highest travel advisory.Afghani...

Politics

48 h. ago U.S. government shutdown set to last into weekend as Trump readies layoffs

Trump has called the government funding lapse an “unprecedented opportunity” to make vast cuts to federal agencies and potentially lay off federal workers.

Politics

49 h. ago Torino and Ocham’s Razor Capital Announce Termination of Business Combination

TORONTO, Oct. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Torino Metals (Canada) Corp. (“Torino”) and Ocham’s Razor Capital Ltd. (“Ocham”) announce the termination of their previously announced business combination and concurrent private placement as previously announced on March 3, 2025. Each of Torino and Ocham will continue to evaluate future opportunities and will provide any future updates […]

Economics

52 h. ago City cautions election results may not be fully known on election night

Changes made by provincial government last year mean all ballots must be counted by hand

Politics

52 h. ago 'I wouldn't be happy': Hockey world reacts as Oilers sign head coach to three

This in from the Edmonton Oilers, news they have signed head coach Kris Knoblauch to a new three-year deal. The on-line reaction was fast and generally positive in Edmonton and generally negative in other NHL cities: Edmonton Inside Sports radio commentator Brenden Escott @BrendenEscott The #Oilers have extended Head Coach Kris Knoblauch on a three-year […]

Sport

52 h. ago Just how valuable is Kris Knoblauch to the Oilers organization anyway?

Knoblauch was also entering the final year of his initial contract, prior to Friday's announcement of a three-year extension through to the 2028-29 season

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52 h. ago MAX Power Establishes Saskatchewan Headquarters to Lead Canada’s Natural Hydrogen Breakthrough

The move to Innovation Saskatchewan facilities in Saskatoon and Regina directly aligns MAX Power with world class research, infrastructure and potential near-term commercial opportunities. Tight alignment with MAX Power’s momentum: The relocation dovetails with recent Natural Hydrogen milestones (key personnel, financings, and the commencement this quarter of Canada’s first-ever dedicated Natural Hydrogen multi-well deep drilling […]

Culture

54 h. ago Lorne Gunter: Who does Janz group want to take council back from? Themselves?

Coun. Michael Janz, the candidate in Ward papastew for the Working Families “collective” (don’t call it a party), put out a TikTok video recently breathlessly warning that “there are two conservative parties fighting for control of our city.” He was holding a brochure from PACE (the Principled Accountable Coalition for Edmonton) and another from Tim […]

Events

54 h. ago Fun stuff happening in town including DARK, EIFF and Red Ram

DARK: While advent calendars are already popping up in our feeds, it’s more properly time to start thinking about death and vampires and even things that don’t remind you of politics, for October has arrived! Numerous creepy experiential instalations are emerging from the grave around town, the most creative of these being DARK, back for […]

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57 h. ago GTA Housing Market Sees Boost in September Following Interest Rate Cut

TORONTO, Oct. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — September home sales increased in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) compared to a year earlier, as more homebuyers sought to take advantage of more affordable monthly mortgage payments. Buyers continued to respond to substantial choice in the marketplace by negotiating the average selling price downward. “The Bank of […]

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