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270 articles from communities across Alberta
Alberta4 days ago
Alberta Separation Referendum 2026: Elections Alberta Verifies 222,597 Petition Signatures Ahead of October Vote
Elections Alberta has verified 222,597 signatures on the Stay Free Alberta petition calling for a referendum on Alberta independence. But Premier Danielle Smith has already called an October 19 referendum with a separation question on it, the NDP is calling the whole exercise a costly political game, and the signature threshold itself was lowered by the UCP last year. Here's what today's number actually means.
Alberta4 days ago
Banff Hikers Charged After Viral Grizzly Bear Video: Off-Leash Dog Could Cost Them Up to $25,000
Parks Canada has charged two hikers after a viral video showed their off-leash dog and a grizzly bear on Banff's Taylor Lake trail. The charge, for failing to leash the dog, can carry a fine up to $25,000. The bear is No. 142, a known breeding female who lost a cub to a train in May, and she showed no aggression through the entire encounter.
Grande Prairie4 days ago
Grande Prairie Construction Zone Blitz: Nearly Two Dozen Tickets in One Hour as Alberta Fines Climb
Grande Prairie peace officers issued nearly two dozen construction zone tickets in a single hour at 116 Avenue and 96 Street. With Alberta's fines up since March and penalties doubling when workers are present, the real cost of one of those tickets, including what it does to your insurance, is higher than most drivers think.
Alberta4 days ago
Three Fort McMurray Bus Shelters Smashed in 30 Minutes, RCMP Investigating $2,700 in Vandalism
Wood Buffalo RCMP are investigating after three transit bus shelters in Fort McMurray's Timberlea and Eagle Ridge neighbourhoods had their glass walls shattered within a half-hour window early Monday, leaving heaps of broken glass on sidewalks and about $2,700 in damage. Police are asking anyone with footage to come forward.
Red Deer4 days ago
Red Deer Oilfield Company Penalized $100,000 in Alberta Workplace Injury Case
Par Energy Services Inc. pleaded guilty to one count under Alberta's OHS Code after a worker was seriously injured by moving gears inside a power tong at a well site near Rocky Mountain House in 2023. The $100,000 goes to a Red Deer Polytechnic scholarship fund rather than provincial revenue, an arrangement Alberta courts use regularly in workplace safety cases.
Alberta5 days ago
Things to Do in Grande Prairie This Weekend: July 24–26, 2026 (Disc Golf Nationals & More)
Ribfest has wrapped, but Grande Prairie lands a genuine first this weekend: the Canadian National Disc Golf Championships bring about 450 of the country's best players to three city courses. Around it, the Currie Dinosaur Museum, the Saturday market and Muskoseepi Park's free spray park make an easy weekend. Here's everything worth getting off the couch for.
Alberta5 days ago
Things to Do in Lethbridge This Weekend: July 24–26, 2026 (Natsu Matsuri at Nikka Yuko & More)
Whoop-Up Days is still a few weeks off, which leaves the river valley and Henderson Lake to carry the weekend — and they deliver: Nikka Yuko marks its 50th anniversary with a summer festival, the Bulls play a Friday-night home game, and Fort Whoop-Up and the coulee trails are open all weekend. Here's everything worth getting off the couch for.
Alberta5 days ago
Things to Do in Red Deer This Weekend: July 24–26, 2026 (Red Deer Regional Airshow & More)
Westerner Days has packed up, but the biggest sky show of the Red Deer summer lands this weekend: the Red Deer Regional Airshow brings the Snowbirds and a CF-18 demo to the airport Saturday and Sunday. Around it, the Saturday market, free museum programming and riverside history at Fort Normandeau round out the weekend. Here's everything worth getting off the couch for.
Alberta5 days ago
Medicine Hat Stampede 2026: Schedule, Tickets, Gate Prices and Everything Still to Come This Week
The Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede is on now through Saturday, July 25, with the Summer Pro Rodeo, the West Coast Amusements midway, and Johnny Reid closing out the night shows. Gate admission is $12, kids are $6, and Friday afternoon is a Double Toonie window. Here's everything still ahead, what tickets actually include, and the midway math worth knowing.
Alberta5 days ago
Alberta Driver Caught Going 230 km/h in an 80 Zone Near Fairmont Hot Springs, Police Found Him at a Campground
BC Highway Patrol clocked an Audi at 230 km/h in an 80 zone on Highway 93/95 near Fairmont Hot Springs, too fast to safely pull over. So officers didn't chase it. They tracked it to a campground with help from the public, found the 20-year-old Alberta driver, and a roadside breath test came back in the warning range. The full penalty list, and what follows him back to Alberta.
Red Deer5 days ago
Red Deer Man Charged After Allegedly Stealing Vehicle at Gunpoint During Dealership Test Drive, Hitting 165 km/h
A 33-year-old Red Deer man faces robbery and weapons charges after RCMP say a dealership test drive ended with a firearm pulled on the employee, who was ordered out before the vehicle sped off at up to 165 km/h. Police drones, dog services and three detachments were part of the response. Nobody was hurt.
Edmonton6 days ago
Alberta Super Load: 138-Metre, 898-Tonne Giant Crawls From Tofield to Fort Saskatchewan Thursday, Full Route and Timing
One of the largest loads ever to move on central Alberta highways rolls Thursday: a C3 splitter 138 metres long, 7.2 metres wide and nearly 898,000 kilograms, riding on 544 wheels at a top speed of 30 km/h. It leaves Tofield at 4 a.m. and takes the full width of the highway, shoulder included, until it reaches the Dow site near Fort Saskatchewan around 2 p.m. Here's the route, the timing, and why this thing is so big.
Lethbridge6 days ago
Lethbridge Encampment Calls Down 72% From Last Summer: What the City's 2026 Data Actually Shows
Lethbridge logged 159 encampment-related 311 calls in the second quarter of 2026, down from 454 in the same stretch last year, a 72 per cent drop the city credits to centralizing services for vulnerable residents. The number is real and the trend is real. What a 311 call can and can't measure is the part worth understanding.
Alberta6 days ago
Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump Hosts Free UNESCO 50th Anniversary Celebration July 29: Event Details and What to Know Before You Go
Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump is one of just three Canadian World Heritage sites chosen to host celebrations marking 50 years since Canada signed the UNESCO World Heritage Convention. The free, family-friendly event runs July 29 with drumming, dancing, guided tours and activities. Here's what's planned, and everything worth knowing for a visit to the World Heritage site sitting 45 minutes from Lethbridge.
Red Deer6 days ago
Missing Red Deer Teen Jayden Crier, 16, Last Seen July 15 as RCMP Ask for Public's Help
Red Deer RCMP are asking for the public's help finding 16-year-old Jayden Crier, last seen in Red Deer on July 15. It's the second appeal for Jayden this summer, and police are concerned for her well-being. Here's her description and how to report a sighting.
Grande Prairie1 week ago
TC Energy's $500 Million Valhalla North Pipeline Near Grande Prairie Is Now in Service. Here's What It Means for the Region
TC Energy's Valhalla North pipeline, 33 kilometres of 48-inch pipe northwest of Grande Prairie, is officially in service, part of a $500 Million project the company says supported 775 jobs at peak construction and directed more than $24 Million to Indigenous businesses. Here's what got built, why it matters for the region's gas patch, and where the gas goes.
Alberta1 week ago
Alberta's New Library Rules Start January 1: What Bill 28 Actually Changes for Kids Under 16
Alberta's public libraries have until January 1 to restrict access to materials with sexually explicit images for anyone under 16 without a parent's authorization. The province notified libraries of the deadline this month, and Calgary and Edmonton's systems are still working out what compliance looks like. Here's what Bill 28 actually requires, what stays the same, the unanswered e-book question, the enforcement powers behind it, and why libraries are pushing back.
Alberta1 week ago
Alberta Tornado Damages About 40 Homes Near Rocky Mountain House: Multiple Tornadoes Confirmed and What Insurance Covers
About 40 homes were damaged when tornadoes moved through Clearwater County and Rocky Mountain House Saturday evening, with storm chasers capturing at least two funnels near Leslieville. Nobody was seriously hurt. Here's the damage picture, where residents can take storm debris, what the province is promising, and what insurance actually covers.
Alberta1 week ago
Lanakai and Karl Morrison Still Missing: Alberta Amber Alert Cancelled, but Search for Two Abducted Children Moves to B.C.
Ten days after six-year-old Lanakai Morrison was allegedly abducted near Beaverlodge, he and four-year-old Karl Morrison are still missing. The Amber Alert was cancelled a week ago, but Alberta RCMP's Major Crime Unit has issued a fresh appeal, with the search now focused on B.C.'s Okanagan Valley near Vernon. Both children are believed to be with Krista Morrison and Daniel Ludwig, who are wanted for abduction.
Alberta1 week ago
Things to Do in Red Deer This Weekend: July 17–19, 2026 (Westerner Days & More)
Looking for things to do in Red Deer this weekend? From July 17 to 19, Westerner Days takes over the city with pancake breakfasts, rides and rodeo action, plus purple martin condo tours at Ellis Bird Farm and hands-on beading and basket workshops. Here's your guide to the best of the weekend.
Lethbridge1 week ago
Tornado Watch Issued for Lethbridge and Southern Alberta: Hail, Damaging Winds and a Tornado Risk Today
Environment Canada has issued a tornado watch for southern Alberta, covering everywhere within about 130 kilometres of Lethbridge. Conditions are favourable for severe thunderstorms that could produce tornadoes later today, along with large hail, strong winds and heavy rain. This is a watch, not a warning, so there's still time to prepare. Here's what it covers and what to do if a warning follows.
Lethbridge1 week ago
Southern Alberta Fire Danger Is Climbing as the Heat Peaks: Where Fire Bans Are in Effect Right Now
Southern Alberta is in the hottest, driest stretch of summer, and fire risk is climbing with it. Lethbridge's River Valley is under a full fire ban, Cypress County around Medicine Hat has had one of its worst fire seasons in years, and a dry-lightning threat is forecast to push toward the Alberta border this week. But the status is patchy, banned in some places, clear in others. Here's where things stand and how to check your own area.
Alberta1 week ago
Planet Fitness Is Opening a 16,000-Square-Foot Gym Inside the Medicine Hat Walmart
A 16,000-square-foot Planet Fitness is under construction inside the Walmart at 2075 Strachan Road SE in Medicine Hat, with an opening planned for fall 2026. It's the chain's latest Canadian location, built around low-cost memberships and, for Black Card members, extras like massage loungers. Here's what's coming and what it means for the city.
Alberta1 week ago
Alberta First Nation Near Fort McMurray Sues Ottawa Over a $5 Treaty Payment Frozen Since 1899
The Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation, near Fort McMurray, has filed a lawsuit against the federal government over a treaty payment that has stayed at $5 a year since Treaty 8 was signed in 1899. Chief Allan Adam says a promise paid at 1899 values is no longer a meaningful promise. The nation isn't seeking damages for past underpayment, only for the payment to be modernized. In 2023, a similar dispute in Ontario ended in a $10-billion settlement.
Alberta1 week ago
Alberta Separatist Leader Jeffrey Rath Has $8.5 Million in Assets Frozen After First Nation Alleges He Took Trust Money
An Alberta judge has frozen up to $8.5 million in assets belonging to lawyer Jeffrey Rath and his firm, after the Tallcree First Nation alleged in court that he moved trust money he had been ordered to repay into his own corporation. The trust holds settlement money meant for Tallcree members, including funds held for children until they turn 18. Rath denies wrongdoing, and the allegations have not been proven in court. A hearing was set for July 15.
Lethbridge1 week ago
Lethbridge Street Machine Weekend: Police Issue 257 Tickets and Say a Fire Truck Got Stuck in the Crowd
Lethbridge police issued 257 tickets over this year's Street Machine Weekend, but the bigger concern in their account is public safety. An unofficial gathering drew an estimated 2,000 people and 800 vehicles, a fire truck responding to reports of smoke got stuck in traffic gridlock, and a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle Friday night. Police say they'll review the event to decide what more is needed.
Lethbridge1 week ago
ASIRT Is Investigating After a 22-Year-Old Man Fell From Lethbridge's High Level Bridge and Died During a Police Response
Alberta's police watchdog, ASIRT, has been called to investigate the death of a 22-year-old man who fell from Lethbridge's High Level Bridge on Sunday. Lethbridge police say officers had responded to a report of a man on the bridge deck, and that he backed away and fell as they approached. He was pronounced dead at the scene. ASIRT investigates any death that happens in connection with police, which is standard procedure.
Alberta1 week ago
Alberta Is Using AI to Rebuild $2 Billion Worth of Government Software, and Quebec Just Signed On to Copy It
Alberta and Quebec signed a five-year agreement on July 14 to share artificial intelligence tools, training and code between their governments. There's no money attached; it's a knowledge-sharing pact. But behind it is a much bigger Alberta project: rebuilding the province's aging government software with AI, work Alberta says would otherwise cost $2 billion and take a century, at a claimed 95 per cent less cost.
Alberta1 week ago
Banff Legacy Inn: 131 Vacation Rentals Are Going Up Beside a Hamlet of 160 People at the Park Gates
The Banff Legacy Inn will bring 131 vacation rentals to Harvie Heights, a hamlet of about 160 people a kilometre from the Banff park gates. It was marketed to open this spring; that's now slipped to 2027. Here's what's being built, why residents fought it, and why the same fight is playing out all along the edge of the Rockies.
Red Deer2 weeks ago
Red Deer Tornado Watch: Storms Move South Into Central Alberta Tonight With Large Hail and Damaging Winds
Environment Canada has shifted its tornado watch south, and it now covers Red Deer, Lacombe and much of central Alberta. Storms developing this evening could produce a tornado, along with large hail, strong winds and heavy rain, as they move east. Environment Canada warns significant damage is possible. This is a watch, not a warning, which means there is still time to prepare.
Alberta2 weeks ago
Eight People Guilty in Alberta Cougar and Lynx Poaching Case That Started With One Out-of-Season Kill
Eight people have pleaded guilty to 13 offences under Alberta's Wildlife Act after a two-year investigation into illegal cougar and Canada lynx hunts across the province. It started with one out-of-season cougar killed on a guided hunt near Drayton Valley and grew into 11 illegal guided hunts, $135,500 in fines, and 18.5 years of hunting bans. Officers seized 11 cougar skins and skulls and five lynx skins.
Grande Prairie2 weeks ago
Grande Prairie Crane Operator's Body Recovered From the Wapiti River, Four Weeks After the Highway 40 Bridge Collapse
Clairmont RCMP confirmed on July 14 that they have recovered the remains of the crane operator who died when his crane went through the Wapiti River Bridge railing on June 16. He had been in the water for four weeks. The crane itself is still being pulled from the river, and RCMP are asking the public to keep boats and drones out of the area.
Alberta2 weeks ago
Alberta, Ottawa and Five Oilsands Producers Sign the Pathways Deal: No West Coast Pipeline Without Carbon Capture
Alberta, the federal government and the five largest oilsands producers have signed a memorandum of understanding to build Pathways, a carbon capture network anchored by a storage hub near Cold Lake. It's the condition Ottawa set for a new West Coast oil pipeline. Alberta wants to double production to eight million barrels a day. Here's what was actually agreed, and what still hasn't been.
Alberta2 weeks ago
E-Scooter Injuries Are Surging Across Alberta, and Edmonton Now Leads the Province With 1,198 ER Visits in One Year
Alberta Health Services data shows 3,049 people visited emergency rooms and urgent care centres across Alberta for e-scooter injuries in the most recent reporting year, up 33 per cent. Edmonton accounted for 1,198 of them, up from 813 the year before, and the number of kids treated at the Stollery more than doubled. Doctors say the injuries are getting worse, not just more common.
Alberta2 weeks ago
Amber Alert Cancelled, but 6-Year-Old Lanakai Morrison Is Still Missing: RCMP Say the Public Can No Longer Help
Beaverlodge RCMP cancelled the Amber Alert for six-year-old Lanakai Morrison on the afternoon of July 10, but the boy is still missing, along with his mother, her partner, and a four-year-old child. Police say the alert was pulled because there is no reasonable expectation the public in Alberta can act on it. The last confirmed sighting was in Fort St. John, B.C. Anyone with information is still asked to call 911.
Alberta2 weeks ago
Online Gambling Becomes Legal in Alberta This Monday, July 13: The Rules, the Brands, and What It Means for Albertans
Alberta opens its regulated online gambling market this Monday, July 13, becoming the second province after Ontario to let private betting and casino companies operate legally. Big brands like FanDuel, DraftKings, and BetMGM are lined up, the province takes 20 percent of their revenue, the legal age is 18, and a new tool lets people block themselves from every licensed site at once. Here's what actually changes.
Grande Prairie2 weeks ago
Grande Prairie Driver Clocked at 202 km/h on Highway 43 Near Wembley, Nearly Double the Limit
Clairmont RCMP say a 46-year-old Grande Prairie driver was caught going 202 km/h in a 110 zone on Highway 43 between Grande Prairie and Wembley late on July 6. The driver was hit with a mandatory court summons for speeding and careless driving. At that speed, a car covers the length of a football field in under two seconds.
Edmonton2 weeks ago
Tornado Warning Near Edmonton: Alberta Emergency Alert Issued for Barrhead County and Thunder Lake Tonight
Environment Canada issued a tornado warning the evening of July 9 for the County of Barrhead near Thunder Lake and Holmes Crossing, about 120 km northwest of Edmonton. Meteorologists are tracking a severe thunderstorm that may be producing a tornado, with damaging winds, large hail, and heavy rain also possible. Officials call it a dangerous, potentially life-threatening situation. Take cover immediately if the storm approaches.
Grande Prairie2 weeks ago
Alberta Amber Alert Still Active for 6-Year-Old Boy Taken Near Grande Prairie: RCMP Now Searching for a Red Ford F350
The Amber Alert for six-year-old Lanakai Morrison, abducted near Grande Prairie on July 7, remains active into Thursday evening. RCMP have updated key details: the group is now believed to be in a 2006 red Ford F350, Alberta plate CXW8820, after officers found the black Toyota Tundra from the original alert. Police say the case stems from a family court order and are urging anyone who sees them to call 911, not approach.
Alberta2 weeks ago
Medicine Hat Approves Affordable Seniors Housing for Indigenous Elders on Spencer Street: What's Being Built and When
Medicine Hat city council has unanimously approved donating a surplus parcel at 301 Spencer Street SE to the Miywasin Friendship Centre, along with a $412,000 transfer from capital reserves, to build affordable housing for Indigenous Elders. The project will bring 16 to 20 independent-living units to a piece of city land that has sat empty since the 1970s. Here is what's planned, how it's funded, and the timeline.
Alberta2 weeks ago
Alberta Tornado Tears Through Dillberry Lake Campground Near Lloydminster, Campers Sent to Hospital
A confirmed tornado touched down at Dillberry Lake Provincial Park on the evening of July 8, flipping a trailer, damaging structures, and sending campers to hospital. Everyone at the campground has been accounted for, RCMP say, and neighbours turned out with saws and tractors to clear the roads. It hit the exact area we flagged under an emergency alert hours earlier.
Alberta2 weeks ago
Amber Alert in Effect for 6-Year-Old Lanakai Morrison, Abducted Near Beaverlodge, Alberta
Alberta RCMP issued an Amber Alert late July 8 for six-year-old Lanakai Morrison, who police say was abducted near Beaverlodge on July 7 by his mother. He may be in a black 2015 Toyota Tundra with Alberta plate CTN9517. The alert covers everyone within 200 km of Beaverlodge, including Grande Prairie. Do not approach. Call Beaverlodge RCMP at 780-354-2955 with any information.
Alberta2 weeks ago
Alberta Emergency Alert Near Lloydminster: Tornado Warning and Funnel Cloud Reported at Paradise Valley Tonight
Environment Canada issued a tornado warning the evening of July 8 for the County of Vermilion River near Paradise Valley, after a funnel cloud was reported. The severe storm line is tracking east toward Lloydminster with damaging winds, ping-pong-ball hail, and flooding rain. Officials call it a dangerous, potentially life-threatening situation. If the storm reaches you, take cover immediately.
Lethbridge2 weeks ago
Lethbridge Drug House Shut Down for 90 Days After Neighbours' Complaints
A north Lethbridge home tied to persistent drug activity has been ordered closed for 90 days after a SCAN investigation that started in March 2025. The property was boarded up and fenced off at noon on July 7 and stays closed until October 5, with conditions in place for two more years. Police seized drugs at the home last year and arrested four people.
Alberta2 weeks ago
Alberta Storm Watch: Damaging Hail, 100 km/h Winds and a Tornado Risk Sweep the Province Today
Environment Canada has much of Alberta under a severe thunderstorm watch for the afternoon and evening of July 8, with storms capable of very large hail, wind gusts past 100 kilometres an hour, and heavy rain. A tornado can't be ruled out. The threat is shifting through the day, so the smart move is to check the live alert for your own town before you head out.
Grande Prairie3 weeks ago
Grande Prairie Crane Recovery Begins on Highway 40, Three Weeks After the Fatal Wapiti River Bridge Crash
Crews have started pulling the crane out of the Wapiti River south of Grande Prairie, three weeks after it went through the Highway 40 bridge railing and killed the operator inside. RCMP are asking boats to stay off the river and warning drivers to expect delays. The operator has still not been recovered, and the cause of the crash remains unknown.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge Firefighters Rescued Six People from the Oldman River Weir. Their Raft Had Deflated. None Were Wearing Life Jackets.
Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services responded to the Oldman River weir on the evening of July 5 after six boaters were caught in dangerous high-water conditions when their inflatable raft deflated. None of the six were wearing personal flotation devices. Crews from four stations, eight emergency apparatus, and 18 firefighters responded. The Water Rescue Team deployed two boats and brought all six safely to shore. No injuries were reported. A boating advisory remains in effect for the Oldman River.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Is Putting $15 Million Into Highway 63 After Fort McMurray Residents Filled the Potholes Themselves
The Alberta government announced $22.4 million in additional highway maintenance funding on July 5, with $15 million directed specifically to Highway 63. The announcement follows months of complaints from Fort McMurray residents about potholes damaging vehicles, a June 12 volunteer pothole-filling operation, and pressure from local MLAs, the RMWB mayor, and the Conservative MP for the region. New repaving contracts are being expedited for 48 kilometres near Wandering River and 30 kilometres in the Fort McMurray area.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Smith and Ford Just Announced the Northern Shield Energy Corridor, a 3,300-Kilometre Oil Pipeline From Alberta to Ontario
Premiers Danielle Smith and Doug Ford unveiled the proposed route for the Northern Shield Energy Corridor in Calgary on Monday. The pipeline would run 3,300 kilometres from Hardisty, Alberta through Regina and Winnipeg to Sarnia, Ontario. Initial capacity is 500,000 barrels per day with expansion possible to 800,000. A feasibility study is underway and due by end of 2026. No cost has been confirmed and no construction has been approved yet.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Southern Alberta Is Under an Orange Severe Thunderstorm Alert Right Now. Damaging Hail, 100 km/h Winds, and a Tornado Risk This Afternoon
Environment and Climate Change Canada issued an orange alert Sunday morning for potentially dangerous thunderstorm activity across a large section of southern Alberta including Calgary, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, Brooks, Taber, and Claresholm. Conditions are favourable for dangerous thunderstorms this afternoon and into this evening. Most intense activity is expected around 4 p.m.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Severe Thunderstorms Are Targeting Alberta Today. Six-Centimetre Hail and Tornado Risk for Parts of the Province
Environment Canada's Storm Prediction Centre has flagged large portions of Alberta at risk of severe thunderstorms on July 5. Southern Alberta faces the highest risk with hail up to six centimetres, wind gusts up to 110 km/h, and a tornado risk. Calgary, Edmonton, Medicine Hat, and Lethbridge face a moderate risk with four-centimetre hail possible. A severe thunderstorm warning was already issued Saturday for parts of central Alberta including Lacombe and Ponoka counties.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Lloydminster's Costco Just Confirmed a November Opening. Location, Jobs, Gas Bar and What to Expect
A Costco manager confirmed at a pop-up membership event in Lloydminster that the new warehouse is on track to open in the second or third week of November 2026. The store is under construction at 75 Avenue and 19 Street. It will be approximately 160,000 square feet with 900 parking stalls. Local hiring of 100 to 150 people begins around September. The gas bar will offer diesel, gas, and propane. Lloydminster has been waiting for this since 2019.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
ASIRT Clears Lethbridge Police After Woman Dies in Custody in 2023. The Report Details Missed Checks and a Fatal Overdose
ASIRT has released its findings into the September 2, 2023 death of a woman in Lethbridge Police Service custody. No criminal charges will be laid against any officer or staff member. The report documents missed wellness checks, a supervising officer who nudged an unresponsive woman with his foot and left, and a commissionaire who recorded checks she did not complete. The woman died of acute p-fluorofentanyl intoxication. The investigation took nearly three years.
Alberta3 weeks ago
More Than 106,000 Albertans Have Applied for the $100 Energy Rebate. Here Is What to Do If the Portal Did Not Work for You
More than 106,000 Albertans applied for the $100 Alberta Energy Rebate within the first 24 hours of the portal opening July 1. Two problems hit on launch day a sign-in issue that has since been fixed, and a bank verification problem that is still catching people. ATB Financial is not on the supported bank list. Here is what went wrong and exactly what to do if the portal did not work for you.
Grande Prairie3 weeks ago
Grande Prairie Fire Advisory Lifted June 30. Fire Pits, Campfires and Burn Barrels Are Permitted Again.
Effective 9 a.m. on June 30, 2026, the County of Grande Prairie Regional Fire Service lifted the fire advisory for the entire county and the towns of Beaverlodge, Sexsmith, and Wembley. The City of Grande Prairie lifted its advisory the same morning. Alberta Wildfire also lifted all restrictions in the Grande Prairie Forest Area the same day. Here is exactly what you can and cannot do now that the advisory is gone.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta's New Driver's Licence With Your Health Card Number and Citizenship Status Is Now Live
The Government of Alberta launched its redesigned driver's licence and ID card on July 2, 2026. The new card includes your personal health number and a Canadian citizenship marker. No more separate paper health card. No additional cost. You get the new card when you next renew. Alberta's privacy commissioner published guidance today on how to protect yourself. Here is everything you need to know.
Alberta3 weeks ago
You Can Now Drink Beer at a Picnic Table in Medicine Hat. Here Is Everything You Need to Know
Starting July 2, 2026, Medicine Hat residents can consume alcohol at designated picnic tables at fireplaces in three city parks: Strathcona Island Park, Kin Coulee Park, and Echo Dale Regional Park. The pilot runs until September 30. All spots are first come, first served. A resident survey launches at medicinehat.ca. Council will decide whether to make it permanent once the pilot ends.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Medicine Hat Natural Gas Rate Dropped in July After June’s 76 Percent Spike. Here Is the Full Breakdown
Medicine Hat's natural gas rate spiked 76 percent in June. In July it is coming back down — but not all the way. The City set July's rate at $1.362 per gigajoule, down from June's $1.721 but still 39 percent above May's historic low of $0.979. Here is the full 2026 rate history, what it means on your bill, what is happening with faulty meters, and how Medicine Hat's rates compare to the rest of Alberta.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Medicine Hat Has Launched an Independent Investigation Into the Death of an 11-Year-Old Child at Echo Dale Regional Park
The City of Medicine Hat announced June 30 that the Lifesaving Society of Alberta and NWT Branch will begin an independent review of the incident at Echo Dale Regional Park that resulted in the death of an 11-year-old child on June 15. The review begins July 2 and includes a documentation review, a site inspection, and interviews with staff. The final report could take up to 60 days. The swim lake at Echo Dale remains closed.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge Urges Residents to Stay Away from the Oldman River on Canada Day as Flows Hit 900 Cubic Metres Per Second
The City of Lethbridge issued an urgent update at 9:45 a.m. on July 1 warning residents to stay away from the Oldman River after significant rainfall caused flows to rise to 900 cubic metres per second. That is higher than the peaks seen during the June flooding events and well above the normal Canada Day flow of 200 to 250 cubic metres per second. Pavan Park, Popson Park, Alexander Wilderness Park, and Cottonwood Park are all closed. No flood risk to homes or infrastructure has been identified
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge Closed Its Last Harm Reduction Site Today After Overdose Deaths Fell 89 Percent. Not Everyone Thinks That's Why
The Lethbridge Overdose Prevention Site closed July 1, 2026 after six years of operation outside the Lethbridge Wellness Shelter. The City of Lethbridge requested the closure in a January 2026 letter to the province following a 7-2 council vote in December 2025. In its place: a RAAM clinic, 10 new withdrawal beds, and a 24-hour outreach team. Overdose deaths in Lethbridge are down 89.7 percent since 2023 according to city statistics cited by Mayor Hyggen. Harm reduction experts say closing the site is not evidence-based
Alberta3 weeks ago
Class Action Lawsuit Launched After Alberta Voter List Breach Exposes 2.9 Million Residents
A proposed class-action lawsuit was filed June 26 in Edmonton's Court of King's Bench alleging the personal information of approximately 2.9 million Alberta voters was unlawfully accessed and distributed. The lawsuit names the Alberta government, the chief electoral officer, the Centurion Project Ltd., the Republican Party of Alberta, and David Parker as defendants. The action must still be certified by a judge before it can proceed. None of the allegations have been proven in court
Grande Prairie3 weeks ago
A Former Grande Prairie Peace Officer Avoided Jail After Pleading Guilty to Possessing 254 Images and 98 Videos of Child Sexual Abuse Material
Daniel Emond, 35, a former City of Grande Prairie peace officer, was sentenced June 29 at Edmonton Court of King's Bench to a 24-month conditional sentence served on house arrest, followed by 12 months of probation. ALERT confirmed his arrest in September 2023 after tracing an uploaded image to his device. CBC News reported investigators found 254 images and 98 videos of child sexual abuse material on a device in his home.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Albertans Can Apply for the $100 Energy Rebate Starting This Week. Here Is Everything That Has Changed Since the Announcement.
Albertans can start applying for the $100 Alberta Energy Rebate starting July 1, with the secure online portal launching this week. Nearly 3.4 million residents are eligible. The province has now confirmed the rebate formally replaces the Fuel Tax Relief Program that would have taken effect this quarter, delivering 50 percent more savings than fuel tax relief would have provided. Here is what is confirmed now that the portal is about to go live, and what is still unknown.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Canada Day 2026 Alberta: What's Open, What's Closed, and Where to Go
Canada Day 2026 falls on a Wednesday, so there is no automatic long weekend this year. Banks, Canada Post, and most government offices are closed across Alberta. Costco is closed. Grocery and liquor stores stay open with varying hours by location. Here is what is open, what is closed, where to go, what you are owed if you work the holiday, and whether the festivities continue into the weekend.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Edson Is Getting an $80 Million Recreation Complex With a New Pool, Arena, Gym, and Curling Facility. Here Is the Full Timeline
The YCE Multiplex is an $80.2 million joint project between the Town of Edson and Yellowhead County currently under construction on the site of the existing Edson and District Leisure Centre. The facility will include a new pool, new ice arena, new gymnasium with elevated walking track, and a curling facility. The new aquatics area and arena are targeted for December 2026. Full completion is expected by summer 2027. The existing facility stays open throughout construction.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Lloydminster RCMP Are Looking for Four Vehicles After Shots Were Fired Near the Travelodge Friday Evening
Lloydminster RCMP responded to a report of shots fired near the Lloydminster Travelodge at approximately 7:57 p.m. on June 26. Police are looking for two white four-door BMW SUVs, a black Dodge Ram pickup truck, and a dark-coloured Hyundai sedan. Three persons of interest have been described. RCMP say there is no ongoing threat to public safety.
Alberta3 weeks ago
A Seven-Hour Standoff on Upland Drive SE Ended with Two Medicine Hat Men in Custody and 41 Criminal Code Charges
Medicine Hat Police responded to a high-risk incident at a residence in the 1900 block of Upland Drive SE at 2:43 p.m. on June 24. A victim was removed from the home. One man was arrested after negotiators made contact. A second man barricaded himself inside with a weapon for hours before the TACT team entered at 9:46 p.m. The second man faces 41 Criminal Code charges from seven outstanding warrants.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Carney Is Bringing His Brexit Warning to the Calgary Stampede as Alberta's Separation Vote Looms
Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed Thursday he is attending the Calgary Stampede next week to make the case against Alberta separation. He called the October 19 referendum a dangerous bluff, said the situation is very reminiscent of Brexit on its ten-year anniversary, and warned a yes vote would cost Canada its reputation as one of the most trustworthy countries in the world to do business with. Dozens of Liberal MPs are coming with him.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge Has No Commercial Flights for the First Time in Decades. The Hunt for a Replacement Has Begun
WestJet flew its last flight out of Lethbridge Regional Airport on June 24. No replacement carrier has been confirmed. The airport still handles about 100 movements a day through medevac, charter, flight training, and agricultural aviation. The city has a 2026 Airport Workplan in place and is in active talks with carriers. The province is willing to spend up to $5 million to underwrite a replacement carrier. Submissions close July 6.
Grande Prairie3 weeks ago
Canada Day 2026 in Grande Prairie: Parade Route, Fireworks Location, Entertainment Lineup, and What Is Open
Canada Day in Grande Prairie is Wednesday July 1. The parade starts at 2 p.m. downtown. Muskoseepi Park activities run from 3:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Fireworks are at a new location this year — Legion Field at 11313 105 Street — at 11:30 p.m. Oliver Dawson is the 2026 Parade Marshal. Everything is free.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Viral Video Shows a Grizzly Bear Charging a Woman and Her Dog on an Alberta Trail While Hiking
A woman walking her dog near Mount Engadine Lodge in Kananaskis Country on June 24 came within a few feet of a grizzly bear that charged her multiple times before retreating. The video has been seen by millions. She walked away unharmed. She did not have bear spray. Alberta Parks has issued a bear warning for the area.
Grande Prairie3 weeks ago
A Grande Prairie Teen Raised $44,000 and Organized the City's First Youth Festival While Finishing High School
EJ Igao, a graduating student at Composite High School, raised more than $44,000 in sponsorships and organized the first-ever GP Youth Fest at Muskoseepi Park on June 25. Talent show, basketball tournament, live music, food trucks, and guest speakers — all built by a teenager who was tired of hearing people call Grande Prairie boring.
Grande Prairie3 weeks ago
Grande Prairie's $16.9 Million Multisport Dome Is Delayed. It Now Opens in Early 2027 Instead of This Summer
The City of Grande Prairie announced June 25 that its multisport dome at Trader Ridge will not be ready for public use until early 2027. The original completion target was July 2026. The city cited remaining coordination, servicing, grading, and approval requirements as the reason for the delay. No specific cause was given. The project remains active and construction continues.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Grande Prairie Man Charged with 17 Sex Crimes After Being Released from Custody Three Times in Two Months
Joseph Kidd, 32, of Grande Prairie faces 17 charges from four RCMP investigations between April 17 and June 18. Alleged victims range in age from 12 to 18. Kidd was released from custody three times during the investigation period and allegedly offended again each time. Some offences are alleged to have occurred while he was under court-imposed conditions. He is in custody with a court date of July 2
Edmonton3 weeks ago
Multi-Vehicle Crash Closes Highway 63 Bridge to Nowhere North of Fort McMurray
Northbound traffic on the Highway 63 bridge north of Fort McMurray came to a halt Thursday morning following a multi-vehicle collision. Wood Buffalo RCMP say the road remains impassable. Injury details have not been released. Drivers are asked to avoid the area and expect significant delays.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
West Lethbridge Is Getting a $300 Million Development. A Hotel, Wendy's, 450 Homes, and a Seniors Facility Are All Coming to The Crossings
The Core Crossing development broke ground May 29, 2026 in west Lethbridge with a total estimated investment of $300 million. The project brings the first full-service hotel in West Lethbridge, a new Wendy's, 100,000 square feet of mixed-use commercial space, 450 residential units, and a new Green Acres Foundation seniors facility. Completion is expected by 2030.
Alberta3 weeks ago
WestJet Just Flew Out of Medicine Hat for the Last Time. The City Has Contacted 22 Airlines and Found No Replacement Yet
WestJet's Q400 aircraft taxied out of Medicine Hat Regional Airport for the last time just before 10 a.m. on June 25. No replacement carrier has been found. The airport faces a near $500,000 annual deficit. The province's Request for Expressions of Interest closes July 6. The city has contacted 22 airlines. Medicine Hat is now the largest city in Alberta without scheduled commercial air service.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Three Medicine Hat Residents Charged After Armed Home Invasion on Ross Street. All Three Are in Custody
Three people forced their way into a home on Ross Street SE in Medicine Hat just before 1 a.m. on June 23, confronted the occupants with weapons, and were taken into custody when police arrived. Trevor Muise, 46, of Redcliff, and Keera Whiteford-Wall, 40, and Corey Straub, 55, both of Medicine Hat, face charges including break and enter to commit robbery, disguise with intent, uttering threats, and unlawful confinement. All three were remanded into custody and appeared in court June 24.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge Police Are Warning Residents About a Fake Text Message Claiming You Owe Money for an Unpaid Ticket
Lethbridge Police issued a fraud warning on June 22 about a text message scam claiming recipients have unpaid fines or tickets and must click a link to pay. The messages are fraudulent. LPS, the City of Lethbridge, and the Government of Alberta do not send text messages requesting fine payments. Delete the message immediately and do not click anything.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Lloydminster RCMP Officer Dragged by Stolen Vehicle Before 180 km/h Chase Into Saskatchewan. Driver Now in Custody
A Meadow Lake woman is facing five charges after an RCMP officer was dragged by a moving vehicle during an arrest attempt in Lloydminster on June 22. The pursuit reached speeds exceeding 180 km/h and crossed into Saskatchewan before the vehicle turned around and stopped in Lloydminster. The officer was treated in hospital and is recovering at home
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Just Launched a Council to Fix Its $17 Billion Municipal Infrastructure Crisis
Alberta's government announced a Minister's Council on Infrastructure Financing on June 23 to explore new ways for municipalities to fund roads, water systems, transit, and housing infrastructure. The rural infrastructure deficit alone is estimated at $17 billion and growing. The council will report back before the end of 2026. No new funding was announced.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
A 25-Year-Old Lethbridge Man Identified as Gunman Who Killed Montreal Police Officer and Innocent Bystander
Seth Scott Hatfield, 25, of Lethbridge, Alberta, has been identified by Quebec's coroner as the gunman who opened fire on Montreal police officers outside a Hilton hotel in Côte-des-Neiges on June 22. A Montreal police officer and an innocent bystander were killed. Hatfield died in the exchange. Lethbridge Police conducted a high-risk search at a home on Lemoyne Crescent on Tuesday.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Reverses Beer Price Hike, Deploys Sheriffs to Stampede Tents, and Keeps Fighting Calgary Over Noise
Alberta reversed a minimum alcohol price hike days before the Calgary Stampede opens July 3 after Mayor Jeromy Farkas called the province the "fun police." The Sheriffs and Calgary Police signed a first-ever MOU to patrol Stampede tents together. The noise bylaw dispute that threatens Cowboys Music Festival is still unresolved.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Energy Rebate 2026: Who Qualifies, How to Apply, and When You Get Paid
Alberta is sending $100 to every eligible adult starting July 1. The portal opens Canada Day and closes September 30. You need to be 18 or older, have filed a 2025 tax return, and have household income of $225,000 or less. Married and common-law couples get $200. AISH, ADAP, Alberta Seniors Benefit, and Income Support recipients are enrolled automatically. Payment arrives within two weeks.
Grande Prairie3 weeks ago
EB Horsman and Son Is Opening a Grande Prairie Branch on August 1. It Is Bringing Product Lines Not Currently Available in the Region
EB Horsman and Son, a 126-year-old Western Canadian electrical distributor, is opening its fourth Alberta location in Grande Prairie with a soft opening targeted for August 1, 2026. The full-line branch will stock electrical, lighting, data communications, and Siemens automation products not currently available locally. The company is hiring now for five positions including branch manager, inside sales, and counter sales.
Grande Prairie3 weeks ago
Afternoon Tea Is Back at the Reverend Forbes Homestead in Grande Prairie This Summer. Tickets Are $10 and Booking Is Required
The Reverend Forbes Homestead at 10424 96 Street is hosting afternoon teas every Tuesday and Wednesday in July and August 2026 at 2 p.m. Tea, scones, jam, and a guided tour of the homestead are included for $10 per person. Advance booking is required through the Grande Prairie Museum at 780-830-7090.
Grande Prairie3 weeks ago
Grande Prairie Just Rezoned VLA and Montrose to Allow Semi-Detached Homes. What Bylaw C-1228C Means for the Neighbourhood.
Grande Prairie City Council gave three readings to Bylaw C-1228C on June 8, 2026, amending the VLA/Montrose Area Redevelopment Plan to allow semi-detached dwellings on properties in the neighbourhood. The change aligns with the neighbourhood plan's long-standing objective of supporting modest housing growth within existing residential areas.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Netflix, Amazon, and Sony Are Filming in Alberta. The Province Just Put $65 Million Behind Its Film Industry to Keep Them Coming.
Alberta announced more than $65 million in film and television industry support at the Banff World Media Festival on June 17. The Film and Television Tax Credit is now expanded to cover unscripted TV and game shows for the first time. Since 2020, Alberta productions have generated $1.6 billion in spending and 16,000 jobs. Every government dollar invested generates four dollars back.
Grande Prairie3 weeks ago
A Worker Is Dead After a 300-Ton Crane Crashed Through the Wapiti River Bridge Railing and Plunged Into the River South of Grande Prairie
A crane truck crashed through the railing of the Wapiti River Bridge on Highway 40 south of Grande Prairie on June 16 and fell into the Wapiti River below. The worker inside is dead. The crane is still on the river bottom. Divers cannot enter —the current is too strong. RCMP plan to use sonar next week to locate the vehicle.
Alberta3 weeks ago
An 11-Year-Old Child Has Died After Going Missing at Echo Dale Regional Park. Medicine Hat's Pools Are Closed Until Further Notice
Medicine Hat Police responded to a report of a missing 11-year-old child at Echo Dale Regional Park on Monday June 15 at approximately 2:17 p.m. The child was located at 3:30 p.m. and taken to hospital. The child died. Foul play is not suspected. All city-operated pools and aquatic facilities are closed until further notice. Echo Dale Regional Park remains closed.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Ministers Head to Asia and Europe This Week to Close Energy and Defence Deals.
Energy Minister Brian Jean departs tomorrow for Tokyo and Seoul to pitch Alberta oil to Asian buyers. Jobs Minister Joseph Schow is in Paris today at Eurosatory, the world's largest defence expo, with more than 20 Alberta companies. Both ministers are following up on real deals. Both trips will face scrutiny when the expense reports land.
Grande Prairie3 weeks ago
Grande Prairie Fire Advisory in Effect. Your Backyard Fire Pit Is Still Allowed. Your Burn Barrel Probably Is Not
A fire advisory took effect for the City of Grande Prairie and the County of Grande Prairie at 3 p.m. on June 5. Conditions improved enough to downgrade from a fire restriction, but the area remains dry. Backyard fire pits with screens are allowed. Open burning, burn barrels, and fireworks without written authorization are not. Wind over 15 km/h means no burning at all.
Grande Prairie3 weeks ago
Grande Prairie's $35 Million Maskwa Medical Centre Is Being Built Next to the Hospital. The City and County Are Being Asked to Back the Loan
The Maskwa Medical Centre is a 100,000 square foot non-profit facility under construction next to the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital. Teaching clinic, specialist offices, pharmacy, medical supply store, daycare, restaurant, and parkade. The city and county are each being asked to guarantee portions of a $23.35 million ATB construction loan. No patient user fees. Public engagement on the county's guarantee closes June 28
Alberta3 weeks ago
Medicine Hat's $50 Youth Pass Is Back. It Gets Teens Unlimited Transit and Access to Six Recreation Facilities All Summer
The Rec & Ride Youth Pass returns for its second year in Medicine Hat. For $50, youth aged 13 to 17 get unlimited transit and admission to six recreation facilities from June 26 to September 4. Over 600 youth bought passes in the first year. Passes go on sale June 15 at Big Marble Go Centre
Alberta3 weeks ago
Medicine Hat Bodybuilder Jonn Schoolkate Finishes Second at Alberta Open Bodybuilding Competition in Red Deer
Medicine Hat's Jonn Schoolkate competed at the Alberta Open Bodybuilding Competition in Red Deer on May 30, finishing second in the Men's Classic Physique Novice division. He also placed sixth in Men's Classic Physique Open Class C and eighth in the Masters 40+ division across three categories in a single day.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Medicine Hat Just Ranked Third Most Affordable City to Rent in Canada. Average Asking Rent Is $1,321.
According to Rentals.ca's June 2026 National Rent Report covering May 2026 data, Medicine Hat averaged $1,321 per month — third cheapest in Canada outside the six largest cities. The national average is $2,029. The Alberta Living Wage Network calculated Medicine Hat's living wage at $18.15 per hour — the lowest of any city in Alberta. This is not a coincidence.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Politicians Are Exploring Whether Taxpayers Should Cover Their E-Scooter and E-Bike Rides
Alberta's Special Standing Committee on Members' Services is exploring whether to add e-scooters and e-bikes to the list of travel expenses MLAs and caucus staff can claim for work. Currently elected officials can expense taxis, car rentals, and some airfare. No decision has been made.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge Police Caught Two Teenagers Street Racing at 125 km/h on Mayor Magrath Drive and Issued 116 Tickets in One Weekend
On June 5, a motorcycle officer watched a truck and a sedan race down Mayor Magrath Drive South at speeds over 125 km/h, weaving through traffic. The drivers — aged 16 and 17 — were criminally charged with dangerous driving. The following night, a targeted enforcement operation resulted in 116 violation tickets and three impaired driving sanctions.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge's Henderson Ice Centre Is Getting a $6 Million Makeover. Phase Two Is Underway Now.
The Henderson Ice Centre at 2301 Parkside Drive South is halfway through a two-phase $6.1 million modernization. Four new dressing rooms with private bathrooms are already done and came in on budget. Phase two started this spring and covers a new entrance, expanded lobby, and renovated washrooms. The whole project wraps late summer 2026 before hockey season starts.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Has Six of the Most Affordable Rental Cities in Canada. Here Is the Full List for 2026.
Six of the seven cheapest rental markets in Canada outside the country's six largest cities are in Alberta. Fort McMurray tops the list at $1,281 per month. Lloydminster is second at $1,287. Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, Red Deer, and Grande Prairie all crack the top seven. Here is what the data actually shows and why Alberta keeps landing here.
Edmonton3 weeks ago
Fort Saskatchewan's New $72 Million Aquatic Centre: 10-Lane Pool, Lazy River, Water Slides, and a 2029 Opening Date
Fort Saskatchewan is building a $72 million aquatic centre connected to the Dow Centennial Centre. The 52,500 square foot facility includes a 10-lane lap pool with diving boards, lazy river, water slides, cold plunge, hot pool, sauna, steam room, climbing wall, and obstacle course. It opens in 2029. Harbour Pool stays open until then.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
WestJet's Last Flights Out of Lethbridge and Medicine Hat Are June 24. Neither City Has a Replacement.
WestJet Encore's final scheduled flights from both Lethbridge and Medicine Hat depart June 24. After that, neither city has commercial passenger service. Both have been working to attract new carriers since February. No airline has committed to either route yet.
Grande Prairie3 weeks ago
Grande Prairie Just Made It Illegal to Release Animals Into Public Spaces. The Fine Goes Up to $2,500.
Grande Prairie City Council passed an amendment to its Noise, Nuisance and Public Disturbances Bylaw on May 25 that explicitly prohibits releasing, abandoning, relocating, or introducing any animal into a public place or on public property. First offence: $250. Repeat offence: up to $2,500. Yes, this includes goldfish in a pond.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Commits $15 Million to Passenger Rail Planning and Unveils Its Most Detailed Plan Yet
Alberta released its Passenger Rail Master Plan today and committed $15 million to advance planning. The 30-year network would cost $60 billion, carry 80,000 daily passengers by 2055, and deliver Calgary to Edmonton in 1 hour 45 minutes. Conventional rail on existing freight tracks is not worth building. Only high-speed rail on a new corridor generates more value than it costs.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Fort McMurray's $50 Million Northside Twin Arena Opens This Fall. Ten Years in the Making.
The Northside Twin Arena at 117 Abraham Place in Fort McMurray is scheduled to open Fall 2026. The $50 million facility adds two new ice surfaces to the city's north end with 300 seats per rink, 10 change rooms, and 250 parking spots. Construction began September 2024 after a decade of stops and starts.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Medicine Hat JazzFest 2026: Full Schedule, Lineup, Tickets, and What to Know Before You Go
Medicine Hat JazzFest celebrates its 30th anniversary June 16 to 21. Nine artists and groups are featured, including Jason Marsalis, Kristin Korb, MA:Q, and the Ray Charles Tribute Orchestra. Full festival passes are $160. Anyone 25 and under gets in for $20 per event.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Medicine Hat Natural Gas Rate Spikes 76 Percent in June After Five Months of Declines. Council Approved $1M for Faulty Meter Replacements the Same Week.
Medicine Hat's natural gas default rate jumped from $0.979 to $1.721 per gigajoule in June after five straight months of falling prices. Council approved $1,057,000 the same week to replace 2013 gas meters that failed federal compliance testing. If one is in your home, you may have been billed incorrectly.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Southeastern Alberta Is Becoming an AI Data Centre Corridor. Most People in the Region Have No Idea.
Medicine Hat already has the largest data centre in Alberta. A 1,200-megawatt proposal is under review in Newell County. Brooks just changed its land use rules. The province is courting billions in AI infrastructure investment across the region — and the questions about water, power, and who benefits have not been publicly answered.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Brooks Alberta Approved New Rules for AI Data Centres. Residents Warn It Could "Kill the Community."
Brooks City Council approved a new land use category for data centres this week after residents raised concerns about water use, noise, and power demand during a public hearing. The bylaw passed, but questions remain ahead of a public information session on June 10.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Oldman River Peaks Tonight in Lethbridge. Stay Off the Coulee Trails
The Oldman River is under a high streamflow advisory and expected to peak Wednesday evening between 750 and 1,000 cubic metres per second. That is the highest Lethbridge has seen in several years. Minor flooding of low-lying river valley parks and trails is expected. Overland flooding is not.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
Lethbridge's Southern Alberta Art Gallery Is Turning 50 and Getting Its Biggest Renovation in Half a Century
The Southern Alberta Art Gallery Maansiksikaitsitapiitsinikssin is undergoing a $7 million renovation at its home in Galt Gardens. Construction starts in 2026. The gallery is operating offsite at the Lethbridge Trade and Convention Centre during the build. Admission is free while the gallery is in community.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Is Adding Your Health Number and Citizenship Status to Your Driver's Licence Starting July 2
New and renewed Alberta driver's licences and ID cards will include your personal health number and a Canadian citizenship marker starting July 2. Alberta is the first province to make citizenship markers mandatory. The province's privacy commissioner raised concerns about the health number change before it was finalized.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Tim Hortons Is Opening a Brand New Location in Lloydminster Next to the Incoming Costco on 75 Ave.
A ground-up new build not a renovation is coming to one of Lloydminster's fastest-growing corridors as the city's retail sector hits $3 billion in annual spending.
Grande Prairie3 weeks ago
Grande Prairie Earns Provincial Age-Friendly Recognition as More Residents Reach Retirement Age
The City of Grande Prairie has received the Age-Friendly Alberta Recognition Award, a provincial designation that recognizes communities working to make life more accessible, connected, and inclusive for older adults. The recognition highlights a growing focus on senior-friendly services as nearly one in five local residents are now aged 55 or older.
Alberta3 weeks ago
Alberta Rolls Out New Surgery Funding Model at 12 Hospitals as Part of $809 Million Healthcare Investment
Alberta began paying hospitals per procedure last month instead of a fixed annual budget, setting fixed prices for hip, knee, cataract, and shoulder surgeries at 12 public hospitals. The province is also spending $809 million to expand operating rooms and surgical capacity. The NDP says it pushes the system toward privatization.
Lethbridge3 weeks ago
City of Lethbridge Closes All Outdoor Sports Fields Until at Least Wednesday Due to Heavy Rainfall
The City of Lethbridge has closed all outdoor community sports fields due to heavy rainfall. Fields will remain closed through at least Wednesday, June 3, with a reassessment on June 4. Anyone with games or practices scheduled this week needs to check before showing up
Alberta3 weeks ago
Lac La Biche Is Building a $44.9 Million Aquatic Centre With a Lazy River, Nordic Spa, and Two Water Slides. It Opens Mid-2026.
Lac La Biche County is adding a 30,000 square foot aquatic facility to the Bold Centre, with a six-lane competition pool, lazy river, two water slides, two hot tubs, and a Nordic spa. The project broke ground in February 2024 and is on track to open mid-2026. There has never been a public pool in Lac La Biche until now.
Lethbridge3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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 Prairie3 weeks 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 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Lethbridge3 weeks 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.
Lethbridge3 weeks 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.
Lethbridge3 weeks 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 Prairie3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Lethbridge3 weeks 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 Prairie3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Lethbridge3 weeks 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.
Lethbridge3 weeks 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.
Calgary3 weeks 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.
Lethbridge3 weeks 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 Prairie3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 weeks 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.
Alberta3 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 Prairie3 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 Deer3 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.
Alberta3 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.
Alberta3 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 Deer3 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.
Alberta3 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.
Alberta3 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.
Alberta3 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.
Alberta3 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.
Alberta3 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.
Alberta3 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.
Alberta3 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 Prairie3 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.
Alberta3 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.
Alberta3 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.
Lethbridge3 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.
Alberta3 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.
Lethbridge3 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