Alberta town passes bylaw to ban decorative flags, crosswalks from government land
A southern Alberta town has voted to ban decorative flags and crosswalks from public property in a move opponents say inches toward erasing marginalized communities.
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China suspends some canola, seafood tariffs on Canada after Carney visit
China's government announced Friday it would suspend some tariffs on Canadian agricultural goods and seafood following a recent visit by Prime Minister Mark Carney. The country's finance ministry said in a statement that 100 per cent tariffs on canola meal and peas, and a 25 per cent levy on lobsters and crabs, won't be imposed. The statement, which made no...
'Get their act together': Freeland on U.S. relationship with others on world stage
Former cabinet minister Chrystia Freeland says when it comes to the U.S. and its relationships with other countries on the world stage, it needs to "get their act together." Since his 2025 inauguration, U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened several countries, including Canada, with annexation and tariffs on goods, creating an ongoing trade war. Freeland, fresh off her January resignation...
'Get their act together': Freeland on U.S. relationship with others on world stage
Former cabinet minister Chrystia Freeland says when it comes to the U.S. and its relationships with other countries on the world stage, it needs to "get their act together."
Pulled '60 Minutes' segment surfaces on web with Canadian broadcaster's branding
A segment of the American news program "60 Minutes," pulled by CBS News prior to its U.S. airing, began circulating online Monday with the branding of Canadian broadcaster Global TV. Multiple media reports say the program was uploaded to StackTV, Global's streaming platform, though it was not available to watch as of late Monday. Global TV and its parent company...
Pulled '60 Minutes' segment surfaces on web with Canadian broadcaster's branding
A segment of the American news program "60 Minutes," pulled by CBS News prior to its U.S. airing, began circulating online Monday with the branding of Canadian broadcaster Global TV.
Alberta legislature member compares transgender surgery to livestock castration
An Alberta legislature member says the province has a duty to step in to deal with "bad parents," and he compares transgender surgery to the castration of livestock. United Conservative backbencher Shane Getson made the comment in chamber debate over a bill that uses the Charter's notwithstanding clause to protect a trio of transgender laws from court challenge.
Alberta legislature member compares transgender surgery to livestock castration
EDMONTON -- An Alberta legislature member says the province has a duty to step in to deal with "bad parents," and he compares transgender surgery to the castration of livestock.
'So disheartening': Alberta teachers dismayed by proposed back-to-work order
The idea of being forced back to work doesn't sit well with Alberta teacher Ewelina Warchol. "That's a really hard blow," said Warchol, an Edmonton-based teacher of 17 years. "It's taking away a lot of our rights and our possibility to fight for our future." Warchol was one of thousands of teachers and supporters who jeered, chanted and dumped protest...
'So disheartening': Alberta teachers dismayed by proposed back-to-work order
EDMONTON -- The idea of being forced back to work doesn't sit well with Alberta teacher Ewelina Warchol.
Labour expert questions why Alberta government delayed lockout of teachers
EDMONTON -- As an Alberta-wide teachers strike drags into its fourth day, a labour relations expert doesn't see why the group in charge of bargaining delayed their lockout.
'Love my job': Alberta teachers look to make ends meet in provincewide strike
EDMONTON -- If Adrien Dominguez were teaching this week, he'd be introducing physics to a class of 38 high school students.
Alberta teachers look for ways to make ends meet as historic strike in second day
EDMONTON -- Some Alberta teachers are trying to figure out how to make ends meet without their regular paycheque as a provincewide strike entered its second day Tuesday.
Alberta parents, schools brace for impact ahead of provincewide teachers' strike
EDMONTON -- Fae Rad is swamped.
Schools set to close as Alberta provides online curriculum ahead of teachers strike
EDMONTON -- Schools across Alberta are preparing to close their doors while the province readies a home curriculum for students ahead of Monday's provincewide teachers strike.
As strike looms, teachers, Alberta government say up to other side to restart talks
EDMONTON -- With talks stalled and just days to go until Alberta's teachers go on strike, their union and the province agreed Thursday on one thing -- it's up to the other side to pick up the phone.
'A boy scout': Canadian icon marking golden anniversary stands up to Trump
- Look, up in the sky! It's a goose. It's an Avro Arrow. No, it's Captain Canuck! And he's staring down his nastiest nemesis: a red-tied Republican bent on making the Great White North his 51st U.S. state. How will our auspicious avenger stop him? In the most Canadian way possible: a finger wag. That wag is the brainchild of...
'A boy scout': Canadian icon marking golden anniversary stands up to Trump
EDMONTON -- Look, up in the sky! It's a goose. It's an Avro Arrow.
Judge recommends Alberta keep cribs on hand for families after baby smothered
EDMONTON -- A judge is recommending Alberta keep cribs on hand for families who need one after a baby was smothered to death in his sleep.
Educational assistants won't replace Alberta teachers in possible strike: union
EDMONTON -- The union for educational assistants in Alberta, fresh off its own strike earlier this year, says members won't take on the work of teachers if they end up walking off the job next month.
Premiers Smith and Eby condemn assassination of American activist Charlie Kirk
EDMONTON -- Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and her British Columbia counterpart David Eby have both expressed horror at the killing of American conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a university in Utah.
Alberta premier condemns 'horrifying' assassination of American activist Charlie Kirk
EDMONTON -- Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says the killing of American conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a university in Utah should be widely condemned by everyone across the political spectrum.
Judge recommends Alberta bars have heated shelters after freezing deaths
EDMONTON -- An Alberta judge says bars need measures like heated outdoor shelters and free coat checks to keep patrons from dying in the cold after leaving.
'It makes people want to read': Stores see sales spike after Alberta book ban
EDMONTON -- An Alberta government order banning some books from school libraries doesn't appear to be deterring people from reading them, say managers at several bookstores.
'It makes people want to read': Stores see sales spike after Alberta book ban
An Alberta government order banning some books from school libraries doesn't appear to be deterring people from reading them, say managers at several bookstores. Kelly Dyer with Audreys Books in Edmonton said the store has noticed a jump in sales since July, when the province announced the ban on books with explicit sexual content. "We've definitely seen a spike," said...
Meeting with Carney offered reassurances over major projects bill, says Inuit leader
INUVIK -- An Inuit leader who met Thursday with Prime Minister Mark Carney to discuss the federal government's controversial major projects legislation says he has been assured the bill respects treaty rights.
Carney talking major projects with Inuit leaders in Inuvik
INUVIK -- Prime Minister Mark Carney is sitting down with Inuit leaders Thursday to discuss his government's controversial major projects legislation, and those leaders are saying they have a lot to work through with the federal government.
Carney to talk major projects with Inuit leaders in Inuvik
Prime Minister Mark Carney will meet with Inuit leaders today to discuss his government's controversial major projects legislation. The meeting of the Inuit-Crown Partnership Committee will be co-hosted by Natan Obed, president of Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, in Inuvik, N.W.T. Obed says Inuit have many questions about Bill C-5 and are hoping the meetings provide clarity on the role they play...
Carney to talk major projects with Inuit leaders in Inuvik
INUVIK -- Prime Minister Mark Carney will meet with Inuit leaders today to discuss his government's controversial major projects legislation.
Tribunal sides with disabled woman denied ultrasound at Calgary clinic
An Alberta woman who filed a human rights complaint after being turned away at a clinic for an ultrasound says she hopes her recent win paves the way for better accommodations for disabled patients.
Former federal politician who once faked radio interview looks to re-enter politics
A former member of Parliament who once made headlines for faking a radio interview says he's looking to throw his hat back into the political ring. Rahim Jaffer says he plans to break back into politics by running for mayor this October in Edmonton's upcoming election. On his campaign website, he says he would be tough on crime, reinvigorate public...
Former federal politician who once faked radio interview looks to re-enter politics
EDMONTON -- A former member of Parliament who once made headlines for faking a radio interview says he's looking to throw his hat back into the political ring.
Saskatchewan lays charges in wildfires while 1,000 more flee in Manitoba
Prairie wildfires developed on two fronts Friday, as 1,000 more Manitoba residents were forced to flee their homes and Saskatchewan RCMP charged two people with starting blazes.
Saskatchewan lays charges in wildfires while Manitoba fires force 1,000 more to flee
Prairie wildfires developed on two fronts Friday as 1,000 more Manitoba residents were forced to flee their homes, while Saskatchewan's RCMP laid charges against alleged fire-starters.
'Forget about the past': Fans weigh in on criticism of Wayne Gretzky over Trump ties
EDMONTON -- It wasn't long ago that some Canadians were up in arms about hockey legend Wayne Gretzky's ties to U.S. President Donald Trump's administration.
Alberta seeks review after new trial ordered for man convicted of 1987 murder
EDMONTON -- Alberta's attorney general and justice minister has asked for a judicial review after his federal counterpart ordered a new trial for a man convicted of killing an Edmonton woman almost four decades ago.
Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi asked to consider running in federal election
EDMONTON -- The mayor of Alberta's capital city says he's been asked to consider running in the upcoming federal election for the Liberal Party.
Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi asked to consider running in federal election
EDMONTON -- The mayor of Alberta's capital city says he's been asked to consider running in the upcoming federal election for the Liberal Party.
Edmonton sex assault centre pauses new clients, blames province for cutting funds
EDMONTON -- The Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton has stopped taking new clients and blames the province for cutting funds.
Analyst calls on Canada's military to fix white supremacy problem before it starts
EDMONTON -- An Alberta-based analyst asked by the military to study white supremacy in its ranks says if it doesn't want the problem to take root, it should take action against a culture that gives it room to grow.
Transgender Albertan says tribunal ruling will lead to justice for LGBTQ+ community
EDMONTON -- Alberta's human rights tribunal has dismissed a gender discrimination complaint against an Edmonton 911 operator, but the LGBTQ+ advocate who lodged it expects the ruling will lead to justice for others.
Alberta schools drafting contingency plans ahead of looming support worker strike
EDMONTON -- Two Alberta school divisions gearing up for a strike by more than 3,000 support workers say they're drawing up contingency plans but encourage parents to keep in touch with their school's principal.
Opposition NDP demands Alberta government act ahead of school support worker strike
EDMONTON -- Alberta's Opposition NDP is calling on the provincial government to act as thousands of education support workers prepare to walk off the job in Edmonton and some nearby communities.
Happy Birthday, Celsius! Canada marks 50 years of metric-Imperial measurements
EDMONTON -- Happy Birthday, Celsius!
Edmonton Police Commission chair resigns after earlier saying he'd work from Portugal
EDMONTON -- The head of the Edmonton Police Commission says he's stepping down, days after announcing he'd finish out his term while living abroad in Portugal.
Former Edmonton Elks CEO to head athlete safety committee after fighter's death
EDMONTON -- Alberta's sport minister says the former head of the Edmonton Elks football team will lead a committee tasked with improving athlete safety in combative sports.
Results of Alberta town's crosswalk vote reflects democratic process: mayor
An Alberta mayor says his town's vote to ban decorative flags and crosswalks from public property reflects democracy in action, while others say it's a step in the wrong direction.
RCMP review body calls for complaint policy revamp after report finds long wait times
A federal oversight body is calling for changes to how Nunavut RCMP handle complaints from the public, starting with fixing investigation turnaround times that should take months but sometimes stretch into years.
'We all must tend to democracy': Alberta residents mark Remembrance Day
EDMONTON -- An Alberta soldier says he's reflecting this Remembrance Day on the number of local troops being shipped overseas.
Alberta in talks to attract transgender health specialists to province
EDMONTON -- Alberta's health minister says her department is working to recruit physicians specialized in transgender health care, but critics say new government policies will push them away.
Alberta in talks to attract transgender health specialists to the province
EDMONTON -- Alberta Health Minister Adriana LaGrange says her department is actively trying to recruit physicians who specialize in transgender health care.
Saskatchewan Party wins fifth straight majority government, Scott Moe back as premier
Premier Scott Moe and the Saskatchewan Party won a fifth consecutive majority government Monday, losing in the big cities but retaining its iron grip on rural areas to secure victory. Moe's party was shut out by Carla Beck's NDP in Regina and lost all but two seats in Saskatoon.
Saskatchewan Party, NDP promise to work with Ottawa on homeless supports if elected
Saskatchewan's two major political parties promised Thursday to work with federal partners on finding the best deal for addressing homelessness if they win Monday's provincial election.
'Hateful and mean': LGBTQ+ advocates slam Sask. Party's proposed change room policy
Blake Tait says he's still healing from being outed by his school's guidance counsellor when he was 14.
Alberta politician who compared transgender kids to feces allowed to join UCP caucus
EDMONTON -- A politician banned over a year ago from sitting in Alberta's governing United Conservative Party caucus for comparing transgender youth to feces is now allowed to join and says she has grown from the experience.
Nav Canada has no record of chemtrails conversation with Alberta government
EDMONTON -- There are renewed questions over a recent comment by Alberta Premier Danielle Smith on whether the province is being sprayed from above by so-called chemtrails.
Meeting with Alberta MLA who compared trans youth to feces went south: advocates
A transgender Albertan says it would be a slap in the face if Premier Danielle Smith allows back into the government caucus a member who once compared transgender children to feces. Victoria Bucholtz, with the group Queer Citizens United, said Lacombe-Ponoka legislature member Jennifer Johnson has not rebuilt trust or exhibited understanding. Bucholtz was one of five people who met...
Meeting with Alberta MLA who compared trans youth to feces went south: advocates
EDMONTON -- A transgender Albertan says it would be a slap in the face if Premier Danielle Smith allows back into the government caucus a member who once compared transgender children to feces.
'Throw them in the river': Alberta mayor apologizes for feral cat remarks
The mayor of Fort Saskatchewan, Alta., has apologized after she was criticized for musing about the "old days" of managing feral cats by throwing them in the river or gassing them with a vehicle's exhaust pipe.
Alberta to pursue legislation this fall on opt-in sex education in schools
The Alberta government says it's moving ahead this fall with legislation that would require parents to proactively sign up to have their children opt-in, rather than the usual practice of opting out, for sex education. It's a move that has teachers wondering what problem the province is looking to solve. Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides, in a statement, said school boards...