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Alberta's Trucking Industry Faces Driver Shortage Crisis as Retirements Surge
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Alberta's Trucking Industry Faces Driver Shortage Crisis as Retirements Surge

Alberta's trucking industry is facing a critical driver shortage as baby boomer retirements accelerate, threatening...

Samantha Goldstein · July 14, 2025 at 8:15 AM
Bow River Water Quality Hits Alarming Lows After Industrial Spill
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Bow River Water Quality Hits Alarming Lows After Industrial Spill

City issues advisory against river contact after chemical discharge from upstream facility detected.

Samantha Goldstein · July 14, 2025 at 6:30 AM
Calgary Stampede 2026 Economic Impact Expected to Exceed $600 Million
Business

Calgary Stampede 2026 Economic Impact Expected to Exceed $600 Million

The 2026 Calgary Stampede is projected to generate over $600 million in economic impact, setting a new record for the...

Jennifer Blackwood · July 3, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Calgary Marks Canada Day with Celebrations and Indigenous Calls for Reflection
Community

Calgary Marks Canada Day with Celebrations and Indigenous Calls for Reflection

Thousands of Calgarians gathered at Prince’s Island Park, Olympic Plaza, and neighbourhoods across the city to...

Michael Torres · July 1, 2025 at 8:00 PM
New $28-Million Community Hub Opens in Northeast Calgary’s Saddle Ridge
Community

New $28-Million Community Hub Opens in Northeast Calgary’s Saddle Ridge

A new $28-million multipurpose community hub has opened in Saddle Ridge, bringing a public library, health clinic,...

Jennifer Blackwood · June 23, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Calgary Municipal Land Corporation to Build 230 Attainable Homes on Former David D. Oughton School Site
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Calgary Municipal Land Corporation to Build 230 Attainable Homes on Former David D. Oughton School Site

Calgary Municipal Land Corporation and Attainable Homes Calgary have broken ground on a 230-unit townhome development...

Michael Torres · June 18, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Calgary Food Truck Industry Booms With 280 Licensed Operators
Business

Calgary Food Truck Industry Booms With 280 Licensed Operators

Calgary's food truck scene has exploded to 280 licensed operators, making it one of the largest mobile food industries...

David Chen · June 15, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Calgary Startup Acquired by Google in $800 Million Deal
Technology

Calgary Startup Acquired by Google in $800 Million Deal

AI-powered energy optimization company Neo Grid becomes largest tech acquisition in Alberta history.

Samantha Goldstein · June 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM
New Public Art Installation Sparks Debate Over Cultural Sensitivity and Spending
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New Public Art Installation Sparks Debate Over Cultural Sensitivity and Spending

A new $600,000 public art installation along Memorial Drive has reignited Calgary’s perennial debate over public art...

Sarah Mitchell · June 9, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Flood of Rebuilt Title Vehicles Entering Alberta Market Raises Safety Concerns
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Flood of Rebuilt Title Vehicles Entering Alberta Market Raises Safety Concerns

A growing number of rebuilt-title vehicles from the US are flooding the Alberta market, raising concerns about safety...

Sarah Mitchell · June 8, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Calgary Selected to Host 2028 World Women’s Curling Championship
Sports

Calgary Selected to Host 2028 World Women’s Curling Championship

The World Curling Federation has selected Calgary to host the 2028 World Women’s Curling Championship, bringing one...

Michael Torres · June 2, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Calgary Construction Crane Count Hits All-Time High With 62 Active Projects
Business

Calgary Construction Crane Count Hits All-Time High With 62 Active Projects

Calgary's construction boom shows no signs of slowing with 62 active cranes dotting the skyline — the most the city...

Samantha Goldstein · June 1, 2025 at 7:45 AM
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