Category Archives: News
Oil Prices and U.S. Tariffs Pose Risks to Alberta's Projected $4.6 Billion Surplus
Alberta Projects $4.6 Billion Surplus Amid Economic Uncertainty Alberta is projecting a $4.6 billion surplus this fiscal year, higher than its previous estimate of $2.9 billion made in the first quart...
Nov 21, 2024
Alberta's Auto Insurance Premiums Rise in 2024: Relief Could Come in 2027
Alberta to Overhaul Auto Insurance System Amid Rising Premiums The Alberta government planning to revamp its auto insurance system with a series of changes this spring aimed at addressing rising costs...
Nov 21, 2024
Canadian Families Facing Deepening Poverty as Rates Hit Historic Levels
Child Poverty in Canada Hits Record High, Calls for Urgent Action Ahead of Federal Election A new report by Campaign 2000 paints a sobering picture of child poverty across Canada. New data shows that ...
Nov 19, 2024
Grocery Price Surge Outpaces Inflation for 56th Month in Canada
Grocery Prices Outpace Inflation for 56th Consecutive Month, Intensifying Pressure on Food Banks The price of groceries in Canada continues to climb faster than overall inflation, deepening financial ...
Nov 19, 2024
Explore and Vote: RMWB Launches Holiday Lights Map for Festive Displays
FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta- The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is adding a competitive twist to its annual holiday edition of Nominate Your Neighbour. The program encourages residents to sho...
Nov 18, 2024
Turn Your AHS Parking Fine Into a Gift for a Child in Need
Alberta Health Services Launches Annual "Toys for Tickets" Campaign FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta- Alberta Health Services (AHS) has launched its annual "Toys for Tickets" campaign. The annual program offers...
Nov 18, 2024
Massive Haul of Stolen Property Near Lac La Biche Leads to Multiple Charges
LAC LA BICHE, Alberta - A northern Alberta man is facing 15 charges after Lac La Biche RCMP recovered nearly $1 million worth of stolen vehicles and other property during a search earlier this month.&...
Nov 18, 2024
Affordable Housing Project for Métis Families Reaches Milestone in Conklin
Conklin Indigenous Housing Initiative Completes Phase 1 CONKLIN, Alberta - The first phase of the Conklin Indigenous Housing Initiative has wrapped up. The initiative aims to provide new affordable ho...
Nov 17, 2024
RCMP Arrest Fort McMurray Man Following Public Warnings in Northern Alberta
Man Wanted for Breach of Probation Arrested Without Incident FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta - A 40-year-old Fort McMurray man with a history of criminal harassment is back in police custody after failing to r...
Nov 17, 2024
Criminal Negligence Causing Death: An Explainer
Man Charged in Death of Restaurant Worker Could Face Life Sentence if Convicted FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta - A 28-year-old Calgary man accused of criminal negligence causing death after restaurant worker ...
Nov 17, 2024
