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Alberta is heading toward a politically charged referendum on immigration policy, and the conversation is already exposing deep divisions across the province. While Premier Danielle Smith’s proposed questions aim to give the provincial government more control over immigration levels and selection criteria, public opinion is far from uniform. Some residents believe Alberta should directly shape Continue reading

Alberta is experiencing an unusual shift in its seasonal pollen cycle, with colder-than-normal weather pushing back the start of the province’s pollen season by several weeks. While this delay may seem like a temporary reprieve for allergy sufferers, experts warn that it is actually contributing to a more concentrated and intense pollen release once temperatures Continue reading

The NHL Draft Lottery has always carried an unusual kind of drama: a system built on tiny plastic ping-pong balls deciding the fate of multimillion-dollar franchises. In a league where one draft pick can change the direction of a team for a decade, the randomness of the lottery can feel almost absurd. That absurdity was Continue reading

In Alberta, the May long weekend is not just another holiday on the calendar. It marks a cultural reset. Winter gear gets pushed to the back of the garage, trailers are pulled out of storage, and social media fills with the same annual mix of excitement and caution. For many in Cochrane and nearby communities, Continue reading

Authorities in Alberta have uncovered what they describe as a coordinated and deceptive scheme involving the intentional sabotage of privately sold vehicles. Six men are now facing criminal charges after police alleged they targeted individual sellers across several cities, including Edmonton, Calgary, Sherwood Park, Leduc, and Thorsby, with the goal of manipulating sale prices through Continue reading

Thousands of Canadians could still be entitled to compensation from one of the country’s largest automotive class-action settlements, but the final deadline to submit a claim is arriving fast. A nationwide auto parts settlement worth tens of millions of dollars is entering its last phase, giving eligible vehicle owners and lessees one final opportunity to Continue reading

Travel between Canada and the United States has long been one of the busiest international tourism corridors in the world. Millions of Canadians routinely crossed the border every year for vacations, shopping trips, business meetings, sporting events, and seasonal stays in warmer American states. However, new research from Canadian academics suggests the recent decline in Continue reading

Alberta’s government is facing mounting criticism after passing legislation that could allow a Crown corporation to sell sensitive customer information connected to the province’s online gambling platform. Privacy experts, opposition voices, and public-interest advocates are warning that the move may weaken public trust in how governments protect personal data. The controversy centers on Play Alberta, Continue reading

Spring & Mulberry, a North Carolina-based chocolate company known for crafting date-sweetened chocolate bars, has significantly expanded its nationwide recall after concerns emerged over possible Salmonella contamination linked to one of its ingredients. The latest recall now affects all 12 flavors produced by the company, marking the second major expansion of the safety alert in Continue reading

The roar inside Bell Centre reached another level Sunday night as the Montreal Canadiens delivered a statement performance against the Buffalo Sabres in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Second Round. Fueled by another explosive outing from Alex Newhook, the Canadiens stormed back after an early deficit and rolled to a commanding 6-2 victory in Continue reading