Technology
Canadian Tech Giant AppDirect Snaps Up Toronto's PartnerStack in Major B2B Power Move
AppDirect acquires Toronto's PartnerStack in strategic B2B power move, creating unified platform for partner-led...
Jennifer Blackwood
Business & Technology EditorJennifer Blackwood is the business and technology editor at WestNet News. She covers Calgary's evolving economic landscape, from the energy sector's transformation to the city's growing tech ecosystem. Jennifer has previously worked in corporate communications before transitioning to journalism. Her coverage of consumer protection issues, vehicle safety, and financial literacy has helped readers make informed decisions.
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Business
New Leadership Takes Helm at Canadian Real Estate Association as Housing Market Shifts
Canadian Real Estate Association names Garry Bhaura as new chair, bringing 25+ years of experience to lead 155,000...
Business
Saudi Arabia's PIF Unveils Ambitious 2026-2030 Growth Blueprint
Saudi Arabia's PIF approves ambitious 2026-2030 strategy focusing on six economic ecosystems, private sector...
World
Second School Shooting in Two Days Leaves 9 Dead in Turkey
A 14-year-old student opened fire at a Turkish middle school Wednesday, killing nine people in the country's second...
Technology
Alberta Farmer Fighting Aging Oil Wells Venting Toxic Gases on Her Property
An Alberta farmer says aging oil wells on her property are releasing toxic gases and affecting her family's health, but...
Alberta
University of Alberta Faces Charter Challenge Over 2024 Encampment Removal
U of A faces Charter challenge over removal of student protest encampment in May 2024. Case could set precedent for...
Technology
Canadian Venture Capital in Crisis: What It Takes to Fix a Broken System
Canadian venture capital funding has collapsed to 2013 levels. Industry leaders say collective action and bold...
Technology
Young Paleontologists Uncover Ancient Secrets: P.E.I.'s Fossil Day Returns for Third Year
P.E.I.'s third annual Fossil Day teaches young explorers to discover 290-million-year-old Permian period treasures...
Health
Critical Hours Lost: Medical Experts Say Young Woman's Death From Sepsis Was Preventable
Medical experts say Ontario woman Heather Winterstein could have survived sepsis if infection was detected earlier....
Sports
Draisaitl's Playoff Return Still Up in the Air as Oilers Face Critical Stretch
Leon Draisaitl remains cautious about playoff readiness as Oilers face injury crisis entering postseason.
Sports
Oilers' Injury Crisis Easing as Draisaitl, Hyman Race Against Playoff Clock
Edmonton Oilers managing multiple injuries heading into playoffs, with Draisaitl expected back in Round 1 and Hyman...
Technology
How Zoho is Reshaping AI Strategy for 2026: Control, Context, and Real Accountability
Zoho Canada rejects the industry trend of pushing AI risk onto customers, embedding accountability directly into its...