All Alberta Articles
176 articles from communities across Alberta
Lethbridge1 day ago
Environment Canada Issues Rainfall Warning for Southern Alberta Through Wednesday. Up to 100 mm Is Coming
A rainfall warning is in effect for Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, and communities across southern Alberta through Wednesday morning. Total amounts of 50 to 100 mm are expected. The Oldman River and South Saskatchewan River are both being monitored.
Alberta1 day ago
Elections Alberta Is Hiring 60,000 Albertans to Work the October 19 Separation Referendum
Elections Alberta needs more than 60,000 paid election officers for the October 19 referendum. Recruitment opens June 8, 2026. Here is who can apply, what the jobs pay, and where to find the postings.
Grande Prairie2 days ago
Grande Prairie Students Can Now Train as Heavy Equipment Technicians While Still in High School
Three Grande Prairie school divisions are launching the Grande Prairie Regional Career Collegiate this fall, letting high school students begin apprenticeship training without leaving their home schools. The program is backed by Alberta Education funding and runs out of Northwestern Polytechnic's brand new trades training centre opening this fall.
Red Deer3 days ago
Midday Armed Robbery at Eckville Hotel Bar: RCMP in Sylvan Lake Seek Suspect and Video
RCMP in Sylvan Lake are asking for tips and video after an armed robbery at the Eckville Hotel bar on May 9, where a masked suspect walked in at lunchtime, demanded cash, and left through a back door onto 50 Street.
Alberta4 days ago
Medicine Hat's $22 Million Southwest Substation Breaks Ground June 1 After Seven Years and a Rejected Application
Construction begins Monday on MHS-11, a new substation west of Gershaw Drive that will power growth in Medicine Hat's south end. The project has been in development since 2019, was denied by provincial regulators in 2023, and took another year and a half to get approved the second time around.
Alberta4 days ago
Medicine Hat Is Building 20 New Affordable Housing Units on 5th Avenue SE and the Need Is Real
Medicine Hat Community Housing Society is developing a 20-unit low-rise at 1482 Fifth Avenue SE, currently under construction. In October 2025, 136 people were identified as experiencing homelessness in Medicine Hat during the annual Point-in-Time Count.
Alberta4 days ago
Medicine Hat Man Wanted for Saskatchewan Vehicle Thefts Featured on Alberta RCMP's Wanted Wednesday
Daniel Liam James Vierling, 32, is wanted after failing to appear in court in March. He was one of four Medicine Hat residents charged in October 2025 after RCMP recovered stolen vehicles near Leader and Kindersley, Saskatchewan. His last known location is Medicine Hat.
Alberta5 days ago
Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo Is Hosting the 2028 Alberta Summer Games After Years of Sports Investment
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo has been selected to host the 2028 Alberta Summer Games, with about 2,600 athletes, coaches, and support staff expected. Alberta's government is providing $1.15 million to support the event. The region didn't get this bid by chance.
Alberta5 days ago
Alberta's Lundbreck Falls Goes Viral After Man Drives Jet Boat Off the Edge and Claims a World Record
Dusty Friesen launched his jet boat "Dent" off Lundbreck Falls in the Crowsnest Pass, posted the video to Facebook captioned "WORLD RECORD!!!" and watched it go viral. Crowsnest Pass RCMP and conservation officers are now looking into it.
Lethbridge5 days ago
Minimum Wage Jobs Hiring in Lethbridge Right Now — What You'll Actually Earn in 2026
Alberta's minimum wage is $15 an hour and hasn't moved since 2018. In Lethbridge, most entry-level jobs start there — but several employers are paying significantly above it. Here's what's actually hiring, what it pays, and how to apply.
Lethbridge5 days ago
Lethbridge Police Investigate Westside Shooting at Airbnb House Party That Ran for Nearly a Week
A single shot was fired through a second-floor bedroom window on Lafayette Boulevard West in the early hours of May 10. The home had been rented on Airbnb and used for a nearly week-long party with attendees from outside the city. Police are still looking for witnesses.
Lethbridge5 days ago
$1.7 Million Alberta Tax Credit Expands Lactalis Dairy Plants in Lethbridge and Calgary
Lactalis Canada has received a $1.7 million Alberta tax credit to expand facilities in both Lethbridge and Calgary. The Lethbridge plant makes the yogurt and cottage cheese. Calgary handles the milk. Both are getting bigger.
Grande Prairie6 days ago
Weyerhaeuser Pleads Guilty After Grande Prairie Mill Death, Pays $355K
Weyerhaeuser Company Limited pleaded guilty after a worker was killed at one of its lumber mills near Grande Prairie in 2023. A $355,000 court-ordered penalty will fund industrial safety training for new workers in northern Alberta.
Alberta1 week ago
Mark Carney Says Alberta's Separation Referendum Could Become Canada's Brexit
The Prime Minister called the October referendum a "dangerous bluff" and warned Albertans that voting Yes as a negotiating tactic could backfire in ways they don't expect. He was running the Bank of England when Brexit happened. He knows what that looks like.
Alberta1 week ago
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Just Finished a Massive Renovation — Here's What Changed
Eight years, $60 million, a pandemic, and a wildfire that came close enough that staff were running sprinklers to save the buildings. Jasper Park Lodge is done. Here's what you're walking into.
Lethbridge1 week ago
A Lethbridge Professor Just Made the University of Lethbridge a Hub for One of Philosophy's Most Important Journals
The University of Lethbridge is now the publishing home of Informal Logic, a 47-year-old peer-reviewed journal and the only open-access publication in Argumentation Theory. Two ULethbridge students are already on the editorial team.
Grande Prairie1 week ago
Grande Prairie Firefighters Responded to Four Fires in 48 Hours. Every Single One Was Caused by a Cigarette.
A fire restriction has been in effect across Grande Prairie since May 9. Last week an out-of-control wildfire burned south of the city. Now the fire department is asking smokers to pay attention because the losses so far are already in the hundreds of thousands.
Alberta1 week ago
Alberta Has a Youth Unemployment Problem. Tim Hortons Just Posted 10,000 Jobs This Summer Here's What Albertans Should Know
The chain is running its biggest local hiring push in years, and quietly reversing course on temporary foreign workers. For Alberta, there's more to this story than a summer job posting.
Alberta1 week ago
Lloydminster's $101M Cenovus Energy Hub to Host Saskatchewan's Top Curling Championships in 2027
Less than a year after opening its doors, Lloydminster's brand new arena is already landing major provincial events. The 2027 SaskTel Tankard and Bunge Prairie Pinnacle are heading to the border city this January.
Alberta1 week ago
Premier Danielle Smith Says She Is Fiercely Loyal to Canada, But Calls Separation Debate "Unjustifiable to Ignore"
The Premier says she's fiercely loyal to Canada and will vote to stay in Confederation. She's also the one who put the separation question in front of every Albertan this October. Both things are true, and that tension is the whole story.
Alberta1 week ago
Grande Prairie Is Finally Getting a $16.9 Million Indoor Sports Dome After Years of Turning Kids Away
Since 2022, Grande Prairie's only indoor soccer club has turned away hundreds of kids every winter due to a lack of space. A $16.9 million dome breaking ground this fall is finally the answer and it's been a long time coming.
Alberta1 week ago
Fort McMurray Is Finally Getting a Youth Mental Health Facility. Families Have Been Driving Five Hours to Edmonton.
Fort McMurray families dealing with a youth mental health crisis have had two options: wait up to two years, or drive five hours to Edmonton. A new facility breaking ground this week is the first real answer to that.
Alberta1 week ago
Danielle Smith Plans October Referendum for Alberta That Could Test Support for Leaving Canada
On October 19, Albertans will vote on whether the provincial government should begin the legal process toward a binding separation vote. Not on separation itself. Not on whether to hold the vote. On whether to start the process that could eventually lead to one.
Alberta1 week ago
Alberta Is Replacing 'Wild Rose Country' With 'Strong and Free' on Every Highway Welcome Sign
Alberta is swapping out one of its most recognizable landmarks — and not everyone is happy about the $3.5 million price tag.
Alberta1 week ago
Alberta Has the Lowest Minimum Wage in Canada. Here's What That Means for Workers in 2026.
Alberta's minimum wage has been frozen at $15/hour since 2018 — the lowest in Canada. Here's how it compares to every other province, what the living wage actually is in Edmonton and Calgary, and what workers can do about it.
Alberta1 week ago
Fort McMurray Is Getting a Massive New Walmart Supercentre in Parsons Creek
It's 45,000 square feet bigger than the current downtown location and it's being built right in the city's fastest-growing neighbourhood.
Alberta1 week ago
Moving to Medicine Hat, Alberta? Here's Everything You Need to Know in 2026
Affordable housing, 330 days of sunshine, no provincial sales tax, and a cost of living well below Calgary and Edmonton. Here's the honest breakdown of life in Medicine Hat.
Alberta1 week ago
Two Medicine Hat Residents Charged After Police Find Them in Stolen Redcliff Vehicle
Officers on proactive patrol in the Light Industrial area spotted the vehicle at 2:30 a.m. — and the two people getting out of it.
Alberta1 week ago
Medicine Hat Is Asking Residents to Help Shape the City's Long-Term Water Strategy
The City wants to know which water challenges you think matter most and there's a $75 prize draw for completing the survey.
Alberta1 week ago
Medicine Hat’s Rise Up Hot Air Balloon Festival Starts Today — 35+ Balloons, Night Glows & Free Events
More than 35 hot air balloons, two evening glows, and a free community day are coming to Medicine Hat this weekend. Here’s everything to know before you go.
Alberta1 week ago
Alberta Finance Minister Nate Horner and Hospital Minister Matt Jones Resign From Cabinet Ahead of 2027 Election
Nate Horner and Matt Jones are stepping down from cabinet and won’t seek re‑election in 2027. Here’s who Premier Danielle Smith has appointed to replace them
Alberta1 week ago
Costco Lloydminster Alberta: Everything We Know About the New Location Opening in 2026
A Costco is under construction at 75 Avenue and 19 Street on Lloydminster's west side. The 160,000-square-foot warehouse has a building permit, a sign on site, and foundation work underway. Based on the provincial project registry, a fall 2026 opening is the most likely window.
Lethbridge1 week ago
Alberta Rejects Further EMS Talks With Lethbridge as September 30 Contract Deadline Nears
Alberta has rejected Lethbridge's request to continue negotiating its integrated Fire and EMS contract. With the current deal expiring September 30, 2026, the city has four months to find an alternative — or lose a system that has been running since 1912.
Lethbridge1 week ago
Thousands Are Heading to Lethbridge Alberta for Canada’s First-Ever Grand Slam of Baseball
Ten days of baseball, food trucks, live music, and a Canadian Baseball Legends Gala featuring former Blue Jay Kevin Pillar. The Canadian Grand Slam of Baseball runs May 21 to 31 at Spitz Stadium.
Calgary1 week ago
Alberta Is Getting a Major Aircraft Manufacturing Hub in Wheatland County — and the Planes It Builds Will Fight Wildfires Across the Country
De Havilland Canada broke ground on May 15 on a 1,500-acre aerospace campus in Wheatland County, 11 kilometres west of Strathmore. Once complete, the site will build the planes that fight Canada's wildfires and create 3,000 jobs in a small Alberta county most people drive through without stopping.
Lethbridge1 week ago
Lethbridge Is More Interesting Than You Think. Here's What to Do There This Summer.
From a Japanese garden built in Kyoto and shipped to the prairies, to Canada's largest birds of prey centre and a whisky-trading fort in a river valley, Lethbridge has a summer lineup that surprises most people who haven't been paying attention.
Grande Prairie1 week ago
Grande Prairie Is Hiring Peace Officers and Police Officers No Experience Required for Some Positions
The Grande Prairie Police Service and Grande Prairie Enforcement Services have five open positions right now, from Peace Officers to experienced police of all ranks. Starting salaries run from $46 an hour to over $119,000 a year depending on the role and you get paid during training.
Alberta1 week ago
Danielle Smith Government Appointee on Invest Alberta Board Used CPA Title Without Accreditation, Records Show
Sam Jaber, appointed to the Invest Alberta board by Premier Danielle Smith, identified himself as a certified public accountant in financial statements spanning 2013 to 2025 but CPA Alberta says he was never a member.
Alberta2 weeks ago
Alberta ADAP Application 2026: How to Apply, What It Pays, and Who Qualifies
Alberta's new Alberta Disability Assistance Program (ADAP) launches July 1, 2026. If you're a first-time applicant, here's exactly how to apply, what the program pays new recipients, how the employment income rules work, and what happens during the assessment process.
Grande Prairie2 weeks ago
Grande Prairie Stompede 2026: Schedule, Pancake Breakfast, Rodeo and What to Know
The Grande Prairie Stompede runs May 27 to 31, 2026, at Evergreen Park. Here's the full schedule — including a free pancake breakfast, pro rodeo, chuckwagons, and concerts from David Lee Murphy and Jade Eagleson.
Red Deer2 weeks ago
Red Deer’s Madden Daneault Goes First Overall In WHL Draft After Record-Breaking Season
Red Deer forward Madden Daneault was selected first overall by the Kelowna Rockets in the 2026 WHL Prospects Draft after putting up a record-setting 149 points with the Red Deer Rebels U15 AAA.
Alberta2 weeks ago
Alberta-Born Cellist Cris Derksen Remembered After Fatal Crash
Cris Derksen, the acclaimed Cree-Mennonite cellist and composer from northern Alberta, is being remembered as one of Canada’s most original musical voices after dying in a car accident.
Alberta2 weeks ago
Alberta Woman Caught on Camera Keying a Car in Viral Video With 1.4 Million Views
Video is in the article! The clip, posted May 15, shows a woman in a white hoodie scratching a black vehicle in a parking lot her Alberta licence plate visible the whole time.
Red Deer2 weeks ago
Red Deer RCMP Asking for Help Finding Missing 13-Year-Old Blake Ross
Blake Ross, 13, was last seen in Red Deer on May 14. RCMP are asking anyone with information to contact them at 403-406-2200.
Alberta2 weeks ago
High Wildfire Danger Warning Issued for Grande Prairie Region Heading Into May Long Weekend
Alberta Wildfire is warning of high fire danger in the Grande Prairie Forest Area this long weekend due to strong winds and dry conditions — and a wildfire burning just 15 kilometres west of the Alberta border in B.C. has crews on standby.
Alberta2 weeks ago
Thousands of Albertans With Disabilities Are Losing $200 a Month. Here's Why People Are Protesting at the Legislature.
The UCP is replacing AISH with a new program called ADAP starting July 1. Critics say it cuts benefits, strips appeal rights, and claws back a federal disability payment that every other province has left alone.
Alberta2 weeks ago
May Long Weekend 2026 Alberta: What's Open, What's Closed, and Where to Go
Victoria Day is Monday, May 18. Here's what's closed, why Alberta's liquor stores work differently than every other province, and the best things happening in Calgary and Edmonton this weekend.
Alberta2 weeks ago
Alberta Just Got the Pipeline Deal It's Been Fighting For. Now It Has to Actually Build It.
Construction could start in 2027, a million barrels a day could flow to Asian markets, and Ottawa blinked on carbon pricing. Smith is calling it a generational win — but no company has signed on yet.
Alberta2 weeks ago
Alberta Separation Petition Thrown Out as Premier Danielle Smith Vows to Appeal
Premier Danielle Smith says Alberta’s government supports remaining in Canada, but will appeal a court ruling that struck down the Stay Free Alberta separation petition before Elections Alberta could verify more than 300,000 signatures.
Alberta2 weeks ago
Medicine Hat Real Estate in 2026: What Homes Cost and What Buyers Need to Know
The Medicine Hat housing market has cooled from its 2025 peak but it's still leaning toward sellers. Here's what the numbers actually look like right now.
Alberta2 weeks ago
Best Hiking Trails in Medicine Hat Alberta — Ranked by Difficulty
Medicine Hat has more than 190 kilometres of trails cutting through river valleys, coulees, and parkland. Here's where to start, depending on how far you want to push it.
Grande Prairie2 weeks ago
Grande Prairie Charter Bus Rollover Leaves Four Oil and Gas Workers in Critical Condition
A charter bus carrying 17 oil and gas workers rolled off Highway 672 near Beaverlodge Wednesday morning, leaving four people in critical condition. STARS Air Ambulance flew two missions from the scene.
Alberta2 weeks ago
High Oil Prices Could Erase Alberta's $9.4 Billion Deficit and Flip It to a $6 Billion Surplus, Report Says
A new Business Council of Alberta report says sustained high oil prices could swing Alberta's fiscal position by more than $15 billion turning a projected deficit into the province's largest surplus in years.
Alberta2 weeks ago
Medicine Hat Man Charged With Using Explosives After Object Thrown at Propane Tanks Outside Business
A 38-year-old Medicine Hat man is facing serious explosive-related charges after police say he threw an object at propane tanks outside a business on Kingsway Avenue SE, triggering a small explosion that sent bystanders to EMS for smoke inhalation.
Lethbridge2 weeks ago
Lethbridge Rejects Province's EMS Contract, Warns New Terms Would Cost Taxpayers $182 Extra Per Home
Lethbridge City Council has refused to accept new Emergency Health Services contract conditions from the province, citing costs that would grow to $4.6 million annually by 2029 and add nearly $200 to the average homeowner's tax bill.
Alberta2 weeks ago
Is Dunkin’ Donuts Opening In Alberta? What We Know About The Chain’s Return To Canada
Dunkin’ is officially returning to Canada through a new national expansion deal with Foodtastic, with hundreds of locations planned across the country. No Alberta locations have been confirmed yet, but Calgary and Edmonton could be markets to watch as the rollout develops.
Lethbridge2 weeks ago
Lethbridge Man Charged With Impersonating Police Officer After SUV Traffic Stop
Lethbridge police say a 20-year-old man was charged after officers stopped a black Ford Explorer that appeared similar to a law enforcement vehicle, with police-style lights, siren speakers, a push bar, antennas, and a “Police Interceptor” sticker.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Wildfire Near Whitecourt Between Edmonton and Grande Prairie Forces Evacuation Order
A wildfire south of Whitecourt has forced an evacuation order for part of Woodlands County, including the West Ridge subdivision, as crews respond near Highway 43 between Edmonton and Grande Prairie.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge Man Charged With Sexual Assault in Two Grocery Store Parking Lot Incidents; Police Believe More Victims Exist
Mackenzie Jackson Murray, 35, of Fort Macleod faces two sexual assault charges after incidents at separate Lethbridge grocery store parking lots in April and May. Police have released his photo and are asking potential additional victims to come forward.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Medicine Hat Tigers Captain Bryce Pickford Just Did Something No WHL Defenceman Has Done in 38 Years
Pickford scored 45 goals from the blue line this season more than most forwards and swept the WHL's two biggest individual awards. The kid from Chauvin, Alberta is headed to Montreal's system, and Medicine Hat may not see another season like this for a long time.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge Man Facing Child Sex Charges Caught With Teen at Pool Parking Lot, Police Say
David Hernandez, 36, was already out on bail for child sexual assault and child pornography charges when officers found him with a 15-year-old girl at a northside pool. He's now charged with breaching his release conditions.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Calls for Class Action Lawsuit Grow After Massive Alberta Voter Data Leak
A massive privacy breach has exposed the personal information of millions of Alberta voters. Now, local leaders are urging the public to launch a class-action lawsuit against the political party responsible for the leak
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Stat Holidays 2026: Full List, Dates & Pay Rules (Updated May 2026)
Alberta has 9 statutory holidays in 2026. Here are every date, which ones are actually mandatory, which are optional, and what's open and closed on each one.
News3 weeks ago
Alberta's 120 km/h Speed Limit on the QEII Goes Live Today
As of today, drivers on Highway 2 south of Leduc can legally do 120 km/h the first posted limit of its kind on any Alberta highway.
News3 weeks ago
Lethbridge Police Crack Down on Speeding, Street Racing and Loud Exhausts 63 Tickets Issued on Day One
Lethbridge Police have relaunched their annual summer traffic enforcement project, and the first day alone netted 63 tickets, one impaired driver, and a towed vehicle
News3 weeks ago
Medicine Hat Could Let Residents Drink in City Parks This Summer
A motion heading to council Monday would allow alcohol consumption in designated park areas from July 1 to September 30 making Medicine Hat one of the few Alberta cities to try it.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
How a Lethbridge Student’s Story on the Real Cost of Studying in Canada Landed Her a National Media Internship
Patience Omeruo, a second-year Digital Communications and Media student from Nigeria, has been named the latest recipient of the Troy Reeb Internship, a two‑week placement that drops one student each year inside Global News and Corus Radio newsrooms in Toronto and Ottawa.
News3 weeks ago
Fort McMurray-Area Community of Draper Under Evacuation Alert as Ice Jam Threatens Flooding
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo has issued an Evacuation Alert for Draper after an ice jam on the Clearwater River raised the risk of overland flooding. Residents do not have to leave yet but must be ready to go on short notice.
News3 weeks ago
Measles Exposure Confirmed at Grande Prairie Hospital Emergency Department
Alberta Health has issued a public alert after a confirmed measles case was linked to visits at Grande Prairie Regional Hospital's Emergency Department on April 20 and 22.
News3 weeks ago
Man Charged with Manslaughter in Death of 74-Year-Old Peace River Taxi Driver Hashi Guled
Hashi Guled, 74, a taxi driver, was killed at a Peace River gas station on April 23. Daniel Michel Campion, 37, faces manslaughter charges
News3 weeks ago
Medicine Hat Marks National Day of Mourning with Tuesday Ceremony at Saratoga Park
Medicine Hat is one of five Alberta cities holding a public Day of Mourning ceremony on April 28, gathering at Saratoga Park Memorial Arboretum at 11 a.m. to honour workers killed or injured on the job.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Professional Basketball Is Returning to Lethbridge for the First Time in Decades
The Calgary Surge will play in Lethbridge on June 20 — the first professional basketball game in the city since the Alberta Dusters folded in the early 1980s. For a city with deep basketball roots, it is a bigger deal than it might appear.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Creates Four New Teaching Certificates as Classrooms Struggle to Keep Up With Growth
Alberta is opening four new pathways for tradespeople, international teachers, final-year education students, and skilled professionals to enter classrooms faster. The province says 80,000 new students have joined Alberta schools in three years. Here is what the new certificates mean and what led to them.
Alberta3 weeks ago
AISH vs CPP Disability in Alberta: Which Program Should You Apply For?
Alberta residents with permanent disabilities may qualify for AISH, CPP Disability, or both but the eligibility rules, payment amounts, and application processes are completely different. Here is what you need to know before you apply.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Spring Snowstorm Strands 300 on Highway 63 — Some Stuck for Nearly 24 Hours
A 60 cm snowstorm shut down Highway 63, stranding 300 vehicles for nearly 24 hours — with one rescue delivering Tim Hortons and fuel by helicopter.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Grande Prairie Is Hosting Nearly 900 of Canada's Best Young Wrestlers This Weekend
The 2026 Canadian Wrestling Championships land in northern Alberta this weekend, bringing 896 athletes, coaches, and officials from across the country to Grande Prairie for three days of national-level competition.
News3 weeks ago
RCMP Seek Suspect After Man Found Dead at Peace River Gas Station
Alberta RCMP's Major Crimes Unit is investigating after a man was killed at a Peace River Petro-Canada on April 23 — roughly 130 km from Grande Prairie. Surveillance footage shows a suspect steal the victim's taxi and run him over. RCMP are asking anyone who saw the vehicle between 2 a.m. and 2 p.m. that day to come forward.
News3 weeks ago
Environment Canada Issues Blowing Snow Advisory for Medicine Hat, Travel Could Be Hazardous
Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a blowing snow advisory for Medicine Hat on Friday, April 24, warning of near-zero visibility, gusty winds, and possible road closures. Conditions are expected to improve early this evening.
News3 weeks ago
Alberta Engagement Shows 67% Support Nuclear Power But the Province Isn't Ready to Commit
Alberta's Nuclear Energy Engagement and Advisory Panel has released its final report showing 67 per cent of survey respondents strongly support nuclear power development in the province. The government says it will review the recommendations and release a nuclear roadmap in early 2027 but has not committed to proceeding.
Food & Drink3 weeks ago
Every Costco Opening in Alberta in 2026 (Full List)
Three new Costco warehouses are confirmed for Alberta in 2026 — Manning Town Centre in northeast Edmonton, Bingham Crossing near Calgary in Rocky View County, and a new location in Lloydminster. All three have building permits on record. Here's what's known about each.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Time Is Official: Bill 31 Ends Clock Changes for Good in Alberta
Alberta has introduced Bill 31 to end twice-yearly clock changes and lock the province permanently on Mountain Daylight Time — branded as "Alberta Time." The bill passed first reading Thursday but has not yet received royal assent
Alberta3 weeks ago
RCMP Warn Against Non-Essential Travel Near Fort McMurray as Late-April Snowstorm Hits
RCMP are advising drivers to avoid non-essential travel near Fort McMurray Thursday as a snowstorm drops up to 25 cm on the region through Friday.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Premier Danielle Smith heads to Europe to sell Alberta as a global investment destination
Premier Danielle Smith is on a 10-day European trade mission covering Germany, Sweden and the United Kingdom, targeting energy investment, defence partnerships and a close look at how Sweden manages its health care system.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
More People Are Visiting Lethbridge, But They're Spending Less Here's What the Numbers Say
Tourism Lethbridge's 2025 Power of Tourism report shows trips to the city jumped 9.5 per cent last year, international visits rose 9.4 per cent, but visitor spending dipped slightly a sign the city is drawing more people while working to keep them longer.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Two Lethbridge Residents Arrested After Police Find Loaded Submachine Gun and Drugs in Vehicle
A man and woman face dozens of weapons and drug charges after Lethbridge police found a loaded Sten submachine gun, two sawed-off shotguns, and hundreds of grams of meth and cocaine in a vehicle and nearby home.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Eliminates South Korea Tariff on Crude Exports as Annual Sales Near $1 Billion
Alberta strikes a deal to eliminate a three per cent tariff on crude exports to South Korea a market that already grew 500 per cent in a single year.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Is Expected to Move to Permanent Daylight Saving Time Here's What That Means
Premier Danielle Smith says Alberta is moving to permanent daylight saving time, with legislation expected in the legislature this week. If it passes, Albertans will never change their clocks again.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Medicine Hat Is Hosting the Biggest Multi-Sport Event in City History This August
The 2026 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games arrive in Medicine Hat August 9–16, bringing 1,700 athletes from across the country, 1,500 volunteers, and an estimated $12 million economic impact to southern Alberta.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Is Sitting on One of the Largest Lithium Deposits on Earth
A new Alberta Geological Survey report estimates the province holds 82.5 million tonnes of lithium carbonate equivalent underground potentially the third-largest lithium resource in the world. Here's why that number matters for Alberta's economic future.
Alberta3 weeks ago
AISH Payments in Alberta 2026: How Much You Get, When It Arrives, and What's Changing in July
Alberta's AISH program pays up to $1,940 a month in 2026 but a major overhaul is coming July 1 that will affect every current recipient. Here's exactly what you need to know.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Missing Alberta Woman Diane Cooper, 82, Found Dead in Saskatchewan After 13-Day Search
Diane Cooper, 82, left Calgary on April 6 with her dog and never came back. For nearly two weeks, RCMP searched across two provinces while tips poured in from across the country. On Saturday, police found her body in Saskatchewan.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Commits $74 Million to Replace Cardston's 1959-Era Hospital What It Means for Southern Alberta
The Cardston Health Centre has been standing since Eisenhower was president. On Friday, the province finally said it's time for something new committing $74 million to kick off a replacement project with a total price tag of $474 million. The implications reach well beyond the small southern Alberta town.
Red Deer3 weeks ago
Red Deer RCMP Ask for Public's Help Finding Missing 14-Year-Old Arlow Pinette
Red Deer RCMP are asking for the public's help locating a 14-year-old boy who has been missing since April 11. There is concern for his wellbeing.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge Job Posting Offering $36/Hour Sparks Questions Over Use of Foreign Worker Program
A retail supervisor job in Lethbridge offering $36 per hour is prompting debate after the employer applied to hire through Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker program, raising questions about hiring practices and labour availability.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta RCMP Respond to ‘Trespasser’ But It Turns Out to Be a Beaver
Hanna RCMP were called to remove a trespasser from a local business—but the suspect turned out to be an unexpected visitor that left both officers and the community amused.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Separation Referendum Process Paused by Judge Amid First Nations Challenge
An Alberta judge has paused key steps in a petition effort to trigger a separation referendum, preventing the province from verifying signatures while a legal challenge from First Nations moves forward.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Danielle Smith Floats Alberta Winter Olympics Bid, Says New Rail and Arenas Could Make It Work
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says planned rail lines, new arenas, and expanded mountain resorts could make a future Winter Olympics bid financially viable something she says wasn't possible when Calgary voters rejected the idea in 2018.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Five Charged With First-Degree Murder in Lethbridge Homicide
Five people have been charged with first-degree murder following the death of a 27-year-old man in Lethbridge late last month.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge Approves $33,000 Funding for International Tae Kwon-Do World Cup
Lethbridge City Council has approved $33,000 in funding to help bring an international Tae Kwon-Do World Cup to the city, a move expected to generate nearly $750,000 in local economic activity.
Red Deer3 weeks ago
Alberta Independence Petition Faces Court Challenge as First Nation Seeks Injunction Over Treaty Rights
A court challenge in Edmonton is seeking to halt Alberta’s independence petition, with the Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation arguing Treaty rights must be addressed before any referendum can move forward.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta to Get up to 20 cm of Snow Today as Spring Storm Hits the Province
A winter storm is pushing across Alberta today, with up to 20 cm forecast in northern communities and 5–10 cm expected for the Edmonton region and the Rockies. Environment Canada warns of rapidly deteriorating road conditions and reduced visibility through Tuesday
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge Mattresses: The Unlikely New Addition to Your Yard Waste Run
Starting April 1, residents will be able to drop off mattresses and box springs at any of the City of Lethbridge's yard waste sites... this is a direct response to keeping our community clean and making disposal as accessible as possible
Alberta3 weeks ago
Why Gas City Campground is Opening Six Weeks Early This Year
Usually we open the last Friday of April, but we decided to try opening earlier and just see if we get any campers in. We're practically booked to full capacity for most of the season, so it's actually tough to increase bookings year over year.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Four Southern Alberta Post-Secondary Institutions Sign Landmark Partnership Agreement
The University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge Polytechnic, Red Crow Community College and Medicine Hat College have formalized a regional partnership aimed at creating clearer pathways for students and collaborative research across southern Alberta.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Taber Alberta Wins Kraft Hockeyville 2026 $250K and an NHL Game Coming to the Town That Refused to Quit
Less than four months after a Zamboni explosion destroyed their arena, the southern Alberta town of Taber has won the 2026 Kraft Hockeyville competition, securing $250,000 for repairs and the chance to host an NHL pre-season game.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Premier Danielle Smith Signals Alberta May Explore Halal Insurance Model at Calgary Eid Celebration
Premier Danielle Smith indicated at a Calgary Eid celebration that Alberta may explore a halal insurance model where participants receive refunds if no claims are made building on halal financing options already available in the province
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge’s Largest Fentanyl Bust in History: 2.25 kg Seized from Victoria Park Home
ALERT and the Lethbridge Police Service pulled 2.25 kilograms of fentanyl enough for roughly 22,000 doses from a home near Chinook Regional Hospital. A 49-year-old woman already out on bail for a prior fentanyl bust was arrested.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Wildfire Season 2026 Has Officially Started — Here's What You Need to Know
Alberta's 2026 wildfire season officially began March 1 and crews have already fought 27 fires. With Jasper still rebuilding from the 2024 disaster that destroyed a third of the town and cost $1.3 billion, here's what the province has in place and what every Albertan needs to know heading into spring.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Two Lethbridge Men Charged With First-Degree Murder After Man Found Dead in South Side Apartment
Two Lethbridge men face first-degree murder charges after a 27-year-old was found dead inside a south side apartment at 6:30 a.m. on March 27. Police say it was targeted. The killing is the city's first recorded homicide of 2026 in a city that saw just one murder in all of 2024.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Independence Petition Organizers Say They've Hit the 177,000 Signature Threshold
The Alberta Prosperity Project says it's crossed the 177,000-signature threshold needed to trigger an independence referendum. Elections Alberta hasn't verified it yet and the road from here gets complicated fast.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Medicine Hat is Bringing its Arts Community Together as it Hosts its First-Ever Cultural Forum
Medicine Hat is hosting its first-ever Cultural Forum on Monday, March 23 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre. The free event brings together artists, organizations, and community members for workshops, a downtown walking tour, and collaborative sessions on the city's cultural future.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge International Film Festival Returns April 17–20 with 77 Films from 18 Countries
The 4th annual Lethbridge International Film Festival runs April 17–20 across three venues the Galt Museum, The Movie Mill, and Sterndale Bennett Theatre. This year's lineup features 77 films from 18 countries, 13 local productions, and 54 premieres. Tickets go on sale March 27.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge Police Are Hiring You Could Earn Close to $100,000 a Year No Experience Required
The Lethbridge Police Service is hiring Community Peace Officers for an August 2026 training class, with a starting wage of $41.99 an hour. Here's what the job involves and how to apply before the April 15 deadline.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge's Streets Alive Mission Opens New Building After 35 Years Serving the City
Streets Alive Mission is holding a grand opening for its new services building on March 26 in Lethbridge. After 35 years serving the city's most vulnerable residents, the organization finally has a permanent home built for the work
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Moves to Ban MAID for Minors, Mental Illness and Tighten Who Qualifies
Alberta's government has introduced Bill 18, legislation that would ban MAID for minors and for people whose only condition is a mental illness, while eliminating Track 2 MAID entirely. Here's what the bill would change
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
A CPKC Train Smashed Through a Semi-Trailer East of Taber Alberta
A CPKC train smashed through the trailer of a semi at a rail crossing east of Taber on Tuesday after the driver pulled onto the tracks in front of the approaching train. The collision happened roughly 55 kilometres from Lethbridge and 100 kilometres from Medicine Hat and was caught on camera. The driver was fined $852 for careless driving.
Other communities3 weeks ago
RCMP Seeking Public Help to Locate Wanted Man Last Known in Fort McMurray
Alberta RCMP are seeking public assistance locating Dorian August Kootenay, last known to be in Fort McMurray with areas of activity spanning Lac La Biche, Kikino, Smoky Lake County and the County of St. Paul. The public is warned not to approach.
Other communities3 weeks ago
Medicine Hat City Council Pumps the Brakes on New Whistleblower Policy
Medicine Hat city council voted unanimously Monday to send a new whistleblower policy back to staff for revisions before adopting it. The policy would open anonymous third-party reporting to the public for the first time council just wants the language tightened before signing off.
Grande Prairie3 weeks ago
Grande Prairie Police Service Enters Final Stretch Before Full Takeover from RCMP
The Grande Prairie Police Service is in the final months of its transition away from the RCMP, confirming it remains on track to assume full jurisdiction in October 2026 two years ahead of schedule. All Watches are fully staffed and officer numbers are set to reach 70 this month.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Wins the Bid to Host the 2028 World Cup of Hockey
Alberta will host the 2028 World Cup of Hockey, with Calgary's under-construction Scotia Place handling round-robin play and Edmonton's Rogers Place getting the semifinals and championship. Here's what the announcement actually means.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Added 85,000 Jobs While the Rest of Canada Lost 33,200
While the rest of Canada lost 33,200 jobs in February, Alberta added 85,000 over the past year and the gap between the province and the rest of the country is getting harder to ignore.
Grande Prairie3 weeks ago
Measles Exposure Reported at Grande Prairie Friendship Centre
Alberta Health has issued a public alert after a potential measles exposure at the Grande Prairie Friendship Centre on March 10. If you were there between 4 and 8 p.m., here is what you need to know.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Chiefs Flew to Buckingham Palace to Stop a Separatist Referendum and the King Was Listening
Seven Treaty 6 chiefs sat down with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace on March 11 the first time the monarch has met exclusively with Treaty 6 leadership. They came with a message: Alberta separatism threatens agreements signed nearly 150 years ago, and the Crown needs to know.
Alberta3 weeks ago
6-Year-Old Child Struck in Airdrie Hit and Run as Driver Flees
A six-year-old child was struck by a gold-coloured Acura SUV on Cobblestone Boulevard in Airdrie on March 12 after the vehicle lost control onto a sidewalk. The driver fled the scene. Airdrie RCMP are searching for two young suspects and asking anyone with information to call 403-945-7267.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Measles cases rising in Alberta, led by South Zone communities including the Medicine Hat and Lethbridge area
Measles is rising again in Alberta, with the South Zone including Medicine Hat and Lethbridge recording the highest concentration of 2026 cases so far. Officials urge anyone not fully vaccinated to review their MMR status.
Other communities3 weeks ago
Fort McMurray RCMP Seek Suspect in Underground Garage Vehicle Theft
Fort McMurray RCMP seek a male suspect involved in the March 8 theft of a locked dark grey Honda SUV (plate CMK 0785) from an underground garage on the 13000 block of MacDonald Dr. The suspect wore a distinct orange and grey toque. Call 310-RCMP.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta to Test 120 km/h Speed Limit on QEII Highway This Summer
Will a 120 km/h speed limit on the QEII make Alberta roads safer? Dive into the data, the political pushback, and what this summer pilot means for commuters.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Six Charged, Over $250,000 in Drugs and Cash Seized in Fort McMurray Drug Probe
After a five‑month investigation, police say a Fort McMurray drug network has been yanked off the street: six people are charged, four guns seized and roughly $264,000 in cocaine, meth and fentanyl taken out of circulation
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta’s First Recall Petition Against Premier Danielle Smith Fails Under Strict 60% Signature Rule
A citizen‑driven push to recall Premier Danielle Smith in Brooks–Medicine Hat fell thousands of signatures short. The failed bid exposes how steep Alberta’s recall rules are and how hard it is to turn frustration into real political change.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta's Seatbelt Fine Is Going Up 30% This Friday Here's What You Need to Know
Starting March 13, getting caught without a seatbelt in Alberta will cost you $211. That's a $49 jump from the current $162 fine and it's part of a broader wave of traffic penalty increases the province approved earlier this year.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Two Lethbridge Men Charged After Loaded Handgun, Drugs, and $5,100 Cash Seized From North Side Home
ALERT's organized crime unit raided a North Lethbridge home last month and walked out with a handgun, drugs, and over $5,000 cash. Two men are now facing weapons charges.
Other communities3 weeks ago
Missing in Strathmore Alberta: 13‑Year‑Old Shaye Wruck
Thirteen‑year‑old Shaye Wruck was last seen in Strathmore on March 3, 2026, and is now the subject of an urgent RCMP missing‑person alert. Anyone with information is asked to contact Strathmore RCMP or Crime Stoppers.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Oil Prices Just Blew Past $100 for the First Time Since 2022. Here's What It Means for Alberta.
The province of Alberta released a budget last week forecasting $60 oil and a $9.4 billion deficit. Then a war broke out in the Middle East and prices jumped 35% in a week.
Red Deer3 weeks ago
Two Masked Men Robbed a Blackfalds Gas Station Just North of Red Deer at Gunpoint. RCMP Need Your Help Finding Them.
Two masked men walked into a Blackfalds gas station just before 7 a.m. on March 6, demanded cash and cigarettes at gunpoint, and fled across Vista Trail into a waiting vehicle. RCMP are still looking for them and they need your footage
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Banned Photo Radar. Now Every City in the Province Is Scrambling to Pay for It
The province banned photo radar on highways and gutted enforcement sites across Alberta. Calgary and Edmonton are now staring at tens of millions in budget holes and your property taxes are the most likely place that money comes from.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Wind Gusts Hit 110 km/h Across Alberta, Thousands Lose Power
A fast-moving winter storm swept through Alberta on Sunday, with wind gusts reaching 110 km/h and leaving an estimated 8,000 residents without power. From Edmonton to Fort McMurray, the province took a hit here's what happened
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Amazon opens new delivery hub in Lethbridge as part of Canadian expansion
A new 20,000 square foot delivery facility has opened in Lethbridge's Churchill Industrial Park, bringing faster shipping and local jobs to the city.
Grande Prairie3 weeks ago
RCMP Seek Driver Who Fled Fatal Highway 49 Crash in Northern Alberta's Municipal District of Smoky River
A semi driver is dead after a black Ford F150 crossed into oncoming traffic on Highway 49 in the Municipal District of Smoky River on February 18 and fled the scene. McLennan RCMP have released dashcam footage and are asking anyone who travelled that stretch of highway that afternoon to check their cameras.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge Woman Charged With Arson After Setting Two Fires at Downtown Melcor Centre
A Lethbridge woman is facing two counts of arson with disregard for human life after police say she set fires inside a garbage compactor and behind a compost bin at the downtown Melcor Centre with building staff nearby and firefighters still on scene when the second fire was discovered.
Grande Prairie3 weeks ago
Where to See the Northern Lights Near Grande Prairie Alberta and How to Actually Find Them
Grande Prairie sits inside the auroral oval one of the best-positioned cities in Canada for northern lights viewing. Here's when to go, where to go, and what to actually look for.
Grande Prairie3 weeks ago
Grande Prairie RCMP Asking for Help Finding 15-Year-Old Gracie-Ann Gale
Grande Prairie RCMP are asking the public for help locating 15-year-old Gracie-Ann Gale, last seen February 21. It's the third time in a year she has gone missing from the area.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Ottawa and Alberta Just Agreed to End the Double-Review Problem for Major Projects
Ottawa and Alberta have agreed to end duplicate environmental reviews for major projects. Here's what the deal actually says and what both governments still need to close before April 1.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Damage Deposit Rules: What Your Landlord Can and Cannot Keep
Moving out of an Alberta rental? Here's exactly what your landlord can and cannot keep from your damage deposit — straight from the Residential Tenancies Act.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge Went From Losing Someone to an Overdose Every Three Days to Going Months Without a Single Death
In 2023, Lethbridge was losing someone to a drug overdose roughly every three days. This past November, the number was zero the fourth time in 2025 that happened. The Alberta Substance Use Surveillance System puts the city at a 90 per cent drop in two years. Premier Smith called it proof her government's approach is working. Harm reduction advocates say the picture is more complicated than the death count suggests.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Just Recorded Its Deadliest Flu Season Since 2009 — And It's Not Over Yet
Alberta has recorded 255 influenza deaths this season the highest since the province began tracking in 2009. With vaccination rates at a 15-year low and flu season not yet over, health experts are sounding the alarm
Alberta3 weeks ago
Medicine Hat Council Approves $70,000 in Grants to Tackle Downtown Crime and Vandalism
Medicine Hat has approved a $70,000 Downtown Enhancement and Safety Grant to help cover half the cost of security upgrades like lighting, shutters, and cameras for eligible downtown property and business owners.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge Man Charged With Impaired Driving After Truck Strikes 78-Year-Old Pedestrian
A 78-year-old man is in critical condition after being struck by a Dodge Ram at a Lethbridge intersection Monday afternoon. The driver, 56, showed signs of impairment at the scene and has since been charged
Alberta3 weeks ago
Medicine Hat Community Raises Over $21,000 for The Mustard Seed in Coldest Night of the Year Walk
Medicine Hat's Coldest Night of the Year walk returned after a year-long hiatus this past Saturday and the community delivered. With 79 walkers, 16 teams, and 29 volunteers hitting the streets, the event raised $21,910 for The Mustard Seed, more than doubling the $10,000 raised in 2024.
Alberta3 weeks ago
British Columbia Is Ending Daylight Saving Time — Here's What It Means for Albertans
B.C. just ended daylight saving time for good. Should Alberta do the same?
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta First Nations Chiefs Just Voted No Confidence in Danielle Smith's Government
Every Alberta First Nations chief just voted no confidence in Danielle Smith's government and according to the NDP, it's never happened before in Alberta's history.
Grande Prairie3 weeks ago
Grande Prairie RCMP Searching for Missing 18-Year-Old Serenity Russell
Grande Prairie RCMP are urgently searching for 18-year-old Serenity Russell, last seen February 26 in Grande Prairie. With temperatures dropping below freezing, investigators say the first 48-72 hours are critical share this now.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Budget 2026: What Medicine Hat Is Getting And What It's Going to Cost You
Alberta's 2026 budget delivers $152 million to finally twin Highway 3 into Medicine Hat but homeowners are absorbing another round of property tax increases, with roughly 30% of their tax bill going straight to the province, not city hall
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge Man Charged With Child Luring for the Second Time
A 22-year-old Lethbridge man is in custody after police say he used Snapchat to contact a 13-year-old girl and arrange to meet her for sex. Sean Cedric Bilo is charged with child luring and invitation to sexual touching, with a court date set for March 20.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
WestJet Is Abandoning Lethbridge and Medicine Hat Flights And There's Nothing to Replace It
Come June 24, you won't be able to fly out of Lethbridge. Not with WestJet. Not with anyone.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge Records First Drop in Homelessness Since Counts Began in 2014
For the first time in over a decade, Lethbridge is seeing fewer people experiencing homelessness and the numbers are worth paying attention to.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Pro-Canada Rallies Hit Calgary and Edmonton as Referendum Anger Grows
Dozens gathered in Calgary and Edmonton on Saturday to protest Premier Danielle Smith's October referendum braving freezing temperatures to send a message that not all Albertans are on board with separation or restricting services for newcomers.
Edmonton3 weeks ago
Alberta to Vote on Immigration This Fall, But Is Danielle Smith Backtracking Previous Views?
Premier Danielle Smith made a bold move Thursday night, announcing Albertans will head to the polls on October 19 for a referendum on immigration and constitutional reform. It's the kind of announcement that dominates headlines and that's partly the point.
Edmonton3 weeks ago
Red Deer RCMP Search for Missing Teen as Temperatures Drop to -20°C
A 16-year-old girl has been missing from Red Deer for two days and with temperatures plunging to -20°C, every hour counts.
Calgary3 weeks ago
Lethbridge Police Need Your Help Finding a Man Wanted for Sexual Assault
Lethbridge Police are asking the public for help finding Jonathan Milton Janes, 33, wanted on warrants for sexual assault and breaching a sentencing order, and this isn't his first time evading police.
Edmonton3 weeks ago
Alberta Drops $400 Million on New Water Bombers, And They're Being Built Right Here in Alberta
Alberta's spending $400 million on five new water bombers but you won't see a single one until 2031
Culture3 weeks ago
Alberta Just Released the Top Baby Names of 2025, Here's What New Parents Are Choosing
Olivia leads the girls' list while Noah takes the top spot for boys, but it's Theodore jumping to number two and Aurora cracking the top ten that have people talking. There are also a handful of ties scattered across both lists, which says a lot about just how divided Alberta parents were on a few favorites this year.
Edmonton3 weeks ago
Alberta Drivers, Brace Yourselves: Traffic Fines Are Going Up Next Month
Attention all Alberta drivers, March is bringing more than just the end of winter it's bringing heavier hits to your wallet if you get pulled over.
Calgary3 weeks ago
Lethbridge Boy, 13, Gets Max Youth Sentence for Stabbing His 7-Year-Old Brother
The attack left the younger boy with life-threatening wounds. The older brother is now entering a rehab-focused program the toughest sentence youth court can hand down.
Calgary3 weeks ago
Gender Reveal at Lake Louise Leaves Behind Pink Stain and Hundreds of Confetti Pieces
A family's celebration on the frozen lake has sparked outrage and renewed calls for stricter enforcement in Banff National Park
Edmonton3 weeks ago
Missing Teen in Camrose: Police Ask Public to Help Find 16-Year-Old Bobby
Camrose Police are looking for a teenage boy who took off from his mom's car near the police station this afternoon. He doesn't have money or a phone, and officers want to make sure he's safe.
Calgary3 weeks ago
Woman Dies After Falling Into Deep Snow at Banff Ski Resort
A Toronto woman died at Banff's Sunshine Village after falling into deep powder on a beginner run. Ski patrol worked for two hours to save her. Here's what every skier needs to know about snow immersion.
Edmonton3 weeks ago
Alberta Gas Prices Dip Below the Dollar Mark - Fill Up While You Can
Gas prices in Alberta have dropped below $1 per litre at stations across Edmonton, Calgary, and rural areas. Here's where to find the cheapest fuel and why prices are so low heading into 2026
Calgary3 weeks ago
Alberta Independence Referendum Petition Gets Green Light From Elections Alberta
Elections Alberta has approved a citizen initiative petition for an Alberta independence referendum. Organizers have four months to collect 178,000 signatures and some Americans are already hoping Alberta joins the U.S. as the 51st state
Edmonton3 weeks ago
Alberta Businesses Claim They Can't Find Managers - Locals Aren't Buying It
Employers say they can't find Canadians for $40/hr management jobs. Locals say that's news to them. The TFW program is under the microscope.
Edmonton3 weeks ago
Racist Graffiti Plagues Brooks as RCMP Hunt for Vandals
A spray pad where kids cool off in summer. A flower pot on main street. Bathroom walls at local parks. These are the places where someone has been scrawling white supremacist messages across Brooks, and police want to know who's responsible.
Calgary3 weeks ago
Are Alberta Sovereignty Pages Really Run From Alberta?
Some Alberta sovereignty accounts are listed as being based in Thailand, sparking questions about who is behind them. This has raised concerns
Edmonton3 weeks ago
Alberta Invokes the Notwithstanding Clause to End Historic Teachers’ Strike
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has invoked the notwithstanding clause to end the province’s largest-ever teachers’ strike forcing 51,000 educators back to work. The move has sparked backlash from unions and critics, especially after an old 2006 op-ed resurfaced where Smith wrote that the clause was “simply not necessary.”
Calgary3 weeks ago
Close to 30,000 Rally Across Alberta as Teachers Declare: “Strike Is Imminent”
Close to 30,000 Albertans rallied across the province on Sunday in support of teachers, just hours before a potential strike that could impact nearly 700,000 students. With chants echoing through the ...
Edmonton3 weeks ago
Muted Mic, Louder Message: Alberta Student Silenced for Asking About Teachers’ Strike
During an Alberta Next panel, a student’s microphone was muted as he tried to ask about the looming teachers’ strike. The moment has sparked debate about student voices, accountability, and whether young Albertans are being shut out of conversations that affect them most.
Calgary3 weeks ago
Teachers Say No Deal: Strike Set to Shake Alberta Classrooms Oct. 6
After rejecting a pay bump and promises of more staff, Alberta teachers are walking out. The big question now: What’s really at the heart of this showdown money, respect, or something deeper in the classroom?
Edmonton3 weeks ago
How Alberta Slid from Canada’s Highest to Its Lowest Minimum Wage Province
Alberta once led the country with the highest minimum wage in Canada. But after reaching $15/hour in 2018, the province hit pause and never pressed play again. Now, as other provinces push past that mark, Alberta is poised to have the lowest minimum wage in the country.