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AlbertaJul 07, 2026

Edmonton doctor sent ambulance bill after helping save patient's life; charge later cancelled

An Edmonton doctor who called an ambulance while helping save a patient's life has raised questions about Alberta's ambulance billing system after receiving the transportation bill himself. According to Alberta Health Services, the incident happened on June 19 during a basketball practice at a school in the Riverbend area. Dr. Ian Sutanto said a fellow player suddenly collapsed after suffering a cardiac arrest. He immediately performed CPR while an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) available at the school was used to assist before emergency crews arrived. The patient was transported to ho
AlbertaJul 06, 2026

Warm weather expected to return to Calgary after stormy weekend

Warm and dry weather is expected to return to Calgary following a stormy weekend, with above-seasonal temperatures forecast over the next seven to 10 days. According to Environment and Climate Change Canada, heat warnings may also remain in effect for parts of Alberta during the period. Central and southern Alberta are expected to see near-seasonal temperatures on Monday, with Calgary forecast to reach a high of 22 C. Temperatures are then expected to climb through the week, ranging between 25 C and 29 C. Smoke from ongoing wildfires in the Northwest Territories and Saskatchewan could drift in
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AlbertaJul 06, 2026

Smith, Ford unveil proposed Alberta–Ontario oil pipeline route at Calgary Stampede

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Ontario Premier Doug Ford have unveiled the proposed route for a west-to-east oil pipeline that would transport crude from Alberta to Ontario without crossing into the United States. According to an announcement by the Alberta and Ontario governments, the proposed pipeline would extend approximately 3,300 kilometres from Hardisty, Alta., to refineries in Sarnia, Ont. The Ontario government said the project would have the capacity to move up to 500,000 barrels of crude oil per day and could reduce Canada's reliance on imported refined petroleum products. Smith
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AlbertaJul 06, 2026

Smith to host Premier's Stampede Breakfast following mixed reception at Calgary parade

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is scheduled to host the annual Premier's Stampede Breakfast in Calgary today, continuing a longstanding Stampede tradition that draws thousands of attendees. The event, held at the McDougall Centre, typically features members of the provincial cabinet and United Conservative caucus. According to the Premier's Office, approximately 4,000 people attended last year's breakfast, making it the largest turnout for the event in more than a decade. Smith's appearance comes after she received a mixed public reception during the Calgary Stampede Parade on Friday, where sp
AlbertaJul 03, 2026

More than 106,000 Albertans apply for $100 affordability payment in first day

More than 106,000 Albertans applied for the province's new $100 affordability payment within just over 24 hours of the application portal opening, according to the Alberta government. The one-time payment is intended to help residents manage the rising cost of living. The province says approximately 3.4 million adult Albertans are eligible to apply for the benefit. According to the provincial government, approved applicants can expect to receive their payment within two weeks of submitting an application.
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FeaturedJul 03, 2026

Alberta pledges Indigenous collaboration on proposed B.C. pipeline amid ongoing consultation dispute

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government intends to work with First Nations on a proposed oil pipeline to British Columbia's coast, despite an ongoing legal and political dispute over the province's consultation obligations with Indigenous communities. On Thursday, Smith and Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a formal plan to pursue a new pipeline that would follow an existing corridor to the B.C. coast with the goal of increasing oil exports to Asian markets. The announcement comes as Alberta's government remains in a court dispute with several First Nations over whether it fulfil
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AlbertaJul 02, 2026

Alberta delays update on proposed West Coast oil pipeline as Carney meets B.C. premier

The Alberta government has postponed a planned update on its proposed million-barrel-a-day oil pipeline to Canada's West Coast. A news conference featuring Premier Danielle Smith had been scheduled for Thursday morning but was delayed until later in the day. The provincial government did not immediately provide a reason for the change. According to the Alberta government, the proposed pipeline is linked to a memorandum of understanding signed by Smith and Prime Minister Mark Carney last fall. The agreement outlines a commitment to advance a bitumen export pipeline to the West Coast, contingent
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AlbertaJun 30, 2026

Alberta to unveil next phase of proposed West Coast oil pipeline on July 2

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is expected to announce new details Thursday about a proposed oil pipeline that would transport crude from Alberta to Canada's West Coast. Samuel Blackett, the premier's press secretary, confirmed Monday that Smith will outline the next steps for the project, which is being proposed with a capacity of one million barrels of oil per day. The proposal falls under an Energy Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) reached last year between the Alberta and federal governments. Under the agreement, the province had until July 1 to submit its proposal to the Major Projects Of
AlbertaJun 30, 2026

Teen girl dies following single-vehicle crash in Calgary

A 17-year-old girl has died following a vehicle crash in Calgary last week, according to police. Calgary police said the crash occurred early Wednesday morning. Investigators believe the teen's vehicle struck a parked GMC Savana. Police have not released the identity of the victim. Investigators said speed is being examined as a possible factor in the collision. The death remains under investigation, and police have not announced whether any charges are being considered.

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IndiaOct 23, 2026

Ready for Alliance with Parties Agreeing with SAD’s Ideology: Sukhbir Badal

Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal has hinted at the possibility of an alliance between the Akali Dal and the BJP ahead of the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections. Badal said the Akali Dal is a regional party and that Punjab remains its top priority. He added that the party would continue fighting for the rights of Punjabis, regardless of whether it forms the government. He identified the Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) as the two biggest political opponents of the Akali Dal. Badal said the party has kept its alliance options open for any party that agrees with its ideol
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BCOct 23, 2026

Doug McCallum Endorses Lorne Doerkson and B.C. Conservatives

Surrey’s newly elected mayor, Doug McCallum, has officially endorsed Lorne Doerkson and the B.C. Conservative Party as the provincial election campaign enters its final stage. Speaking at a B.C. Conservative rally in Newton last night, McCallum addressed a crowd of more than 2,000 people and said, “We changed Surrey, now let’s change B.C.” Former Surrey mayors Dianne Watts and Linda Hepner also joined McCallum on stage, urging voters to support the B.C. Conservative Party. Political observers say McCallum’s endorsement could influence the race in Surrey’s 10 key provincial ridings.
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CanadaOct 23, 2026

Government Working to Implement Digital Safety Bill Soon: Mark Miller

Canadian Culture Minister Marc Miller has indicated that the federal government is working to advance Bill C-34 as quickly as possible. The proposed legislation includes a ban on social media for children and the establishment of a new digital safety regulator. Speaking at a conference at McGill University in Montreal on Thursday, Miller said the government was moving forward with the bill as quickly as it could, although he did not provide a specific timeline. The legislation would be overseen by Canada's proposed Digital Safety and Data Protection Commission. Officials have previously sugges
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CanadaOct 23, 2026

Mark Carney Rejects Claims of Canadian Interference in U.S. Midterm Elections

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has expressed deep disappointment over allegations that Canada is interfering in the upcoming U.S. midterm elections, particularly those made by U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra. Speaking to reporters in Istanbul on Friday, Carney said the allegations had no truth to them and firmly rejected the claims. He also expressed disappointment that Hoekstra was using his role as ambassador to make such accusations. Carney stressed that Canada does not interfere in other countries' democratic processes and has no intention of doing so. The controversy follows
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BCOct 22, 2026

B.C. NDP Pledges Legally Enforced Nurse-to-Patient Ratios in Hospitals

B.C. NDP Leader David Eby announced during a campaign event in Vancouver on Thursday morning that his party would legally establish nurse-to-patient ratios in hospitals, setting limits on the number of patients each nurse can care for. Eby said the policy would initially be implemented in emergency departments. He also claimed that British Columbia is the first province in Canada to offer such a guarantee, adding that more than 4,700 nurses have already been added to the health-care system under the initiative. As part of its election platform, the NDP is also promising to add 1,000 new traini