Technology
Quebec Quantum Startup Launches Space Mission to Replace GPS Technology
Quebec's SBQuantum launches quantum sensor into space to develop GPS alternatives as satellite navigation faces growing...
Michael Torres
Municipal Affairs ReporterMichael Torres covers municipal affairs, infrastructure, environment, and breaking news for WestNet News. Born and raised in Calgary, Michael has a deep understanding of the city's communities and the issues that matter most to residents. He holds a diploma in journalism, and has covered everything from severe weather events to city council debates. Michael is particularly passionate about stories at the intersection of urban development and community impact.
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Local
Alberta Premier Smith Expects Carbon Pricing Deal With Ottawa Within Days
Alberta Premier Smith says carbon pricing deal with Ottawa could be announced within days as April 1 deadline...
Local
New Canadian App Rates Wildfire Risk for Properties Nationwide
New Canadian app provides homeowners with wildfire risk ratings using insurance-grade data, offering property...
Sports
Oilers Defeat Golden Knights in Fiery Overtime Battle, Perfect Penalty Kill Shines
Oilers defeat Golden Knights 4-3 in overtime after perfect penalty kill performance, with Evan Bouchard scoring the...
Local
UCP Constitutional Affairs Lead Backs Alberta Separatist Petition Drive
UCP parliamentary secretary Jason Stephan publicly encourages Albertans to sign separatist petition, arguing it's about...
Alberta
New Report Claims Alberta's Bill 11 Breaches Federal Healthcare Standards
An independent policy analysis suggests Alberta's Bill 11 may violate Canada Health Act principles, potentially risking...
Alberta
Alberta-Based Bitcoin Consortium Launches Insurance Company to Slash Digital Asset Business Costs
A consortium of 12 Alberta cryptocurrency companies has launched Prairie Digital Insurance Corp., Canada's first...
USA
Toys R Us Canada Hit With Fresh Rent Lawsuit as Retail Struggles Continue
Toys R Us Canada faces a $2.8 million lawsuit from landlords over unpaid rent, highlighting ongoing struggles for...
Canada
Two Pilots Killed as Air Canada Jet Collides With Fire Truck at LaGuardia Airport
Two Air Canada pilots were killed when their regional jet collided with a fire truck during emergency response...
Local
Grizzly Bear Shot Dead South of Calgary as Wildlife Officers Launch Investigation
Alberta Fish and Wildlife officers are investigating the shooting death of a grizzly bear found on ranch land south of...
Alberta
Bank of Canada Shuts Down Xtm Payment Operations as Edmonton Customers Report Missing Funds
The Bank of Canada suspended Xtm Payment Solutions' licence after hundreds of Alberta customers reported missing funds...
Sports
WestJet Flight Attendant Warned Transport Canada of Seat Safety Risk Weeks Before Viral Video
A WestJet flight attendant formally warned Transport Canada about aircraft seat safety issues weeks before viral video...