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Alberta Energy Outlook predicts growth in oil sands and emerging energy

Alberta Energy Outlook predicts growth in oil sands and emerging energy

Jun 24, 2024 | 1:31pm
The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) is releasing its latest Alberta Energy Outlook. AER confirms Alberta remains Canada’s largest producer of oil and natural gas, with oil sands making up two-thirds of the oil output. The regulator expects production to grow by another 17 per cent by 2033. Raw bitumen output is expected to increase to […]
Alberta invests in new technology to fight wildfires
Alberta Wildfire

Alberta invests in new technology to fight wildfires

Mar 4, 2024 | 5:27am
Budget 2024 is investing more money to help combat wildfires. With many regions of Alberta at heightened risk for forest fires, the government is spending an additional $151 million over the next three years for more firefighters and new technology to help beat back any blazes. In addition to more fire crews, there are extra […]
RMWB igNight festival launching October 13

RMWB igNight festival launching October 13

Oct 12, 2023 | 11:34am
The RMWB is gearing up for the opening ceremonies of the igNight art exhibition. The nine-day long event showcases the work of local and national artists, live performances, food from local vendors, and even a mini train ride. The showcase kicks off on Friday, October 13, starting at 6:00 p.m. at Kiyām Community Park and […]
Group calls for new anti-theft technologies for cars sold in Canada

Group calls for new anti-theft technologies for cars sold in Canada

Sep 5, 2023 | 11:49am
New technologies and outdated regulations are making Canada an international hotspot for automobile thefts. According to data from the Canadian Finance and Leasing Association, one vehicle is stolen every six minutes in Canada. Over the past year, vehicle thefts in Alberta have climbed 18 per cent after several years of decline. Équité Association of Canada […]