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Alberta's Grizzly Bear Hunt Plan Faces Science Challenge
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Alberta's Grizzly Bear Hunt Plan Faces Science Challenge

Alberta conservation groups demand updated population data before province legalizes grizzly bear hunting, citing...

WestNet News Staff · April 13, 2026 at 6:20 AM
Calgary's Toast Recruits Alberta Innovates Leader as Chief Operating Officer
Technology

Calgary's Toast Recruits Alberta Innovates Leader as Chief Operating Officer

Calgary tech recruitment platform Toast names Alberta Innovates veteran Nicole Shokoples as COO to lead expansion into...

Michael Torres · April 13, 2026 at 6:20 AM
Pope Leo XIV Defends Peace Stance as Trump Escalates Papal Criticism
World

Pope Leo XIV Defends Peace Stance as Trump Escalates Papal Criticism

Trump attacks Pope Leo XIV as 'weak' on security; pontiff vows to continue speaking against war and promoting peace.

Sarah Mitchell · April 13, 2026 at 6:20 AM
Slate Grocery REIT Gearing Up for Q1 2026 Results: What Investors Need to Know
Business

Slate Grocery REIT Gearing Up for Q1 2026 Results: What Investors Need to Know

Slate Grocery REIT releases Q1 2026 earnings May 13. Toronto-listed trust managing U.S. grocery real estate portfolio...

David Chen · April 13, 2026 at 6:20 AM
Raptors Battle-Tested Path to Playoffs Sets Stage for Cavaliers Showdown
Sports

Raptors Battle-Tested Path to Playoffs Sets Stage for Cavaliers Showdown

Toronto Raptors clinch fifth seed and prepare for first-round matchup with Cleveland Cavaliers. Regular season grind...

Jennifer Blackwood · April 13, 2026 at 6:19 AM
Raptors Face New Challenge: How Toronto Plans to Shut Down Harden's Cavaliers
Sports

Raptors Face New Challenge: How Toronto Plans to Shut Down Harden's Cavaliers

The Raptors face a revamped Cavaliers team featuring James Harden. How will Toronto adjust their defence in the...

Samantha Goldstein · April 13, 2026 at 6:19 AM
Major Window and Door Company Taps AI-Powered Tech to Fuel Canadian Expansion
Business

Major Window and Door Company Taps AI-Powered Tech to Fuel Canadian Expansion

Mosaic Service Partners adopts AI-powered Zuper platform to scale its multi-brand window and door business while...

David Chen · April 13, 2026 at 6:19 AM
Ireland Slashes Fuel Tax After Massive Protests and Blockades Force Government Action
Canada

Ireland Slashes Fuel Tax After Massive Protests and Blockades Force Government Action

Ireland slashes fuel taxes after massive protests force government hand. Relief package includes 10-cent per litre...

Samantha Goldstein · April 13, 2026 at 6:19 AM
Vatican Escalates Criticism of Trump Over Iran War as Pope Calls for Peace
USA

Vatican Escalates Criticism of Trump Over Iran War as Pope Calls for Peace

Pope Leo XIV directly condemns Trump's Iran war rhetoric as 'unacceptable,' calling on citizens to pressure leaders...

Samantha Goldstein · April 13, 2026 at 6:18 AM
Ontario Budget Faces Backlash as Cost of Living Crisis Deepens
Canada

Ontario Budget Faces Backlash as Cost of Living Crisis Deepens

Ontario faces backlash over budget lacking affordability measures as cost of living crisis deepens. Opposition demands...

WestNet News Staff · April 13, 2026 at 6:18 AM
Google CEO Pushes U.S. Leadership on AI: 'Develop It Boldly and Responsibly'
USA

Google CEO Pushes U.S. Leadership on AI: 'Develop It Boldly and Responsibly'

Google CEO Sundar Pichai argues the U.S. must lead AI development boldly and responsibly to benefit all Americans, amid...

WestNet News Staff · April 13, 2026 at 6:18 AM
Trump Threatens Strait of Hormuz Blockade as Iran Talks Collapse; Oil Surge Threatens Canadian Wallets
USA

Trump Threatens Strait of Hormuz Blockade as Iran Talks Collapse; Oil Surge Threatens Canadian Wallets

Trump warns of Strait of Hormuz blockade as Iran peace talks fail. Oil prices surge, threatening to worsen inflation...

WestNet News Staff · April 13, 2026 at 6:18 AM
U.S. Military Strikes Kill 5 in Eastern Pacific Drug Interdiction Operation
World

U.S. Military Strikes Kill 5 in Eastern Pacific Drug Interdiction Operation

U.S. military strikes on alleged drug boats in the eastern Pacific kill 5, bringing death toll to 168 since Trump...

Michael Torres · April 13, 2026 at 6:17 AM
Calgary-Based Freehold Royalties CFO Stepping Down in Leadership Transition
Business

Calgary-Based Freehold Royalties CFO Stepping Down in Leadership Transition

Calgary energy company Freehold Royalties announces CFO resignation effective May 15, launches executive search for...

WestNet News Staff · April 13, 2026 at 6:17 AM
Gas Prices Surge Across Canada: Albertans Feel the Pinch as Fuel Costs Squeeze Budgets
Local

Gas Prices Surge Across Canada: Albertans Feel the Pinch as Fuel Costs Squeeze Budgets

Geopolitical tensions push Alberta fuel prices higher, forcing retirees and workers to choose between filling tanks and...

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