Sports
Alberta Summer Games Set to Return to Lethbridge in 2027
Lethbridge has been selected to host the 2027 Alberta Summer Games, bringing thousands of athletes and spectators to...
David Chen
Political CorrespondentDavid Chen covers Alberta politics and government affairs for WestNet News. With a background in political science from the University of Alberta, David brings analytical depth to his coverage of provincial and federal politics. He has reported from the Alberta Legislature, Ottawa, and municipal halls across the province. David's investigative work on public spending and government accountability has been cited by other major Canadian news outlets.
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Local
Concern over future of downtown Hudson's Bay building drives sold-out meeting
Concerns over the fate of the mostly shuttered downtown Hudson’s Bay building has led to a meeting to discuss...
Technology
Calgary-Based WestNet Launches Prayer Platform Without App Downloads
WestNet News launches a web-based prayer platform that operates without mobile app downloads, addressing growing user...
Business
Calgary Stampede Announces $200 Million Expansion Plan for BMO Centre
The Calgary Stampede has unveiled a $200 million expansion plan for the BMO Centre that will make it Western Canada's...
Canada
Tumbler Ridge shooting victim undergoing fourth surgery to repair fractured skull
The 12-year-old girl seriously injured in the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., is undergoing a fourth surgery,...
Canada
Supreme Court of Canada Rules on Provincial Jurisdiction Over Natural Resources
The Supreme Court of Canada has issued a landmark ruling on the division of powers over natural resource development,...
Business
Shockwave of War Is Rippling Through the Global Economy
The global economy’s first collective health check since war broke out in the Middle East will arrive in the form of...
Health
Alberta Launches Free Dental Care Program for Low-Income Seniors
The Alberta government has launched a new dental care program providing free comprehensive dental coverage to...
Local
Calgary Approves 2026 Budget with 4.4% Property Tax Increase
Calgary City Council has approved the 2026 operating and capital budget, which includes a 4.4% property tax increase...
Business
Calgary Small Businesses Report Best Q1 in Five Years Despite Tariff Uncertainty
Despite US tariff threats hanging over the economy, Calgary small businesses reported their strongest first quarter...
Sports
Hockey Day in Alberta Puts Indigenous Players and Programs in the Spotlight
Hockey Day in Alberta 2026 has turned its spotlight on Indigenous players and hockey programs, celebrating the deep...
Business
Downtown Calgary Office Vacancy Drops Below 30% for First Time Since Pandemic
Calgary's downtown office vacancy rate fell to 29.4% in Q4 2025, marking the first time the rate has been below 30%...