Alberta
Alberta Lifts Renewable Energy Moratorium After Seven-Month Pause
The Alberta government has officially lifted its controversial moratorium on new renewable energy project approvals,...
Alberta
Alberta Bans Renewable Energy Projects on Agricultural Land
Moratorium draws international criticism as province prioritizes farmland over green energy development.
Alberta
Alberta RCMP Warn of Sophisticated Used Car Fraud Ring Operating Across Province
Alberta RCMP have dismantled a sophisticated used car fraud ring that sold at least 120 vehicles with rolled-back...
Local
Calgary Elects First Muslim Mayor in Historic Municipal By-election
Diverse coalition propels Naheed Javed to victory in closely watched race that drew national attention.
Consumer
Grocery Chain Price-Fixing Investigation Expands to Include Alberta Stores
Competition Bureau probes coordinated pricing among major retailers as families struggle with food costs.
Local
Calgary’s Point-in-Time Homeless Count Reveals Record 3,400 Unhoused Residents
Calgary’s biannual point-in-time homeless count has recorded 3,400 individuals experiencing homelessness, a 34%...
Technology
Free Community Wi-Fi Network Launches in Northeast Calgary Neighbourhoods
Three northeast Calgary neighbourhoods now have access to free community Wi-Fi thanks to a partnership between local...
Business
Canada's Housing Crisis: Why Calgary Is Now Unaffordable for Average Families
Benchmark home prices cross $550,000 as rental vacancy hits historic lows.
Alberta
Alberta Budget 2023 Boosts Healthcare Spending by $1.8 Billion Amid System Strain
The Alberta government has tabled a budget that increases healthcare spending by $1.8 billion, bringing total health...
Local
Calgary Transit Riders Demand Action on Safety After String of Violent Incidents
More than 12,000 Calgary Transit riders have signed a petition demanding improved safety measures on buses and CTrain...
Technology
Alberta Tech Sector Adds 8,000 Jobs as Calgary Emerges as Western Hub
Alberta’s technology sector added 8,000 jobs in the first half of 2023, growing at 14% year-over-year and outpacing...
Alberta
Alberta Expands Pre-Purchase Vehicle Inspection Program for Used Car Buyers
Alberta’s Motor Vehicle Industry Council has launched an expanded pre-purchase inspection program that gives used car...
Local
Calgary Population Surges Past 1.4 Million as Interprovincial Migration Booms
City adds 60,000 new residents in single year as Ontarians and British Columbians flee housing costs.
Local
Calgary Housing Prices Hit New Peak as Affordability Gap Widens
Calgary’s benchmark home price has crossed $575,000 for the first time, according to the Calgary Real Estate Board,...
Alberta
Jasper Wildfire Forces Largest Evacuation in Alberta History
25,000 residents and tourists flee as unprecedented blaze threatens iconic Rocky Mountain town.