Technology
Cybersecurity Breach Exposes Data of 1.2 Million Alberta Health Patients
Provincial health network targeted in sophisticated ransomware attack linked to Eastern European group.
Samantha Goldstein
Senior ProducerSamantha Goldstein is the senior producer at WestNet News and Action News, overseeing editorial direction, investigative projects, and breaking news coverage across all platforms. A graduate of Carleton University's School of Journalism, Samantha spent eight years at CBC Calgary before joining WestNet in 2020. She has produced award-winning coverage of the COVID-19 pandemic, Alberta's energy transition, Indigenous reconciliation, and federal elections. Her editorial leadership has guided WestNet News through its expansion from a regional outlet to a recognized voice in Canadian digital journalism. Samantha is a member of the Canadian Association of Journalists and sits on the board of the Calgary Press Club.
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Stories by Samantha Goldstein
Alberta
Alberta Bans Renewable Energy Projects on Agricultural Land
Moratorium draws international criticism as province prioritizes farmland over green energy development.
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.
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.
Community
Alberta's LGBTQ+ Community Fights Back Against Parental Rights Legislation
Proposed school policies on gender identity draw protests and condemnation from advocacy groups.
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.
Alberta
Jasper Wildfire Forces Largest Evacuation in Alberta History
25,000 residents and tourists flee as unprecedented blaze threatens iconic Rocky Mountain town.
Local
Calgary Named One of World's Most Liveable Cities by Economist Intelligence Unit
Alberta's largest city ranks seventh globally, citing safety, healthcare, and infrastructure.
Community
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Inquiry: Alberta Families Say Nothing Has Changed
Four years after national inquiry's final report, advocates say all levels of government have failed to act.
Alberta
Danielle Smith Wins Re-election as UCP Holds Alberta
Premier defies polls to secure majority government in hard-fought provincial campaign.
Local
Bow River Flooding Threat Returns as Spring Melt Accelerates
City of Calgary activates flood preparedness plan as river levels approach 2013 benchmarks.