Alberta

Alberta doctors say first measles death a 'stark' reminder outbreak was preventable

Alberta doctors say the death of a baby born prematurely due to measles is a ``stark'' reminder that the ongoing measles outbreak in Alberta was preventable.Dr. Brian Wirzba, the new president of the ...

Oct 03, 2025

Alberta anti-separatist petitioners tout more than two-thirds of required signatures

The former Alberta politician trying to keep the province from splitting up with Canada says his campaign is zeroing in on its goal, but he's not slowing down. Thomas Lukaszuk's Forever Canadian petit...

Oct 03, 2025

Exploratory talks resume between Alberta teachers and provincial government

Messaging is coming from all sides Friday related to the upcoming Alberta teachers strike, which is expected to commence Monday, Oct. 6.After the ATA announced today that exploratory conversations aro...

Oct 03, 2025

More supports for families during potential teachers' strike, free programming in southern Alberta

The Alberta Government has announced additional support for students and their families in the event that teachers go on strike on Monday.Education and Childcare Minister Demetrios Nicolaides says he ...

Oct 03, 2025

Province makes $25M investment to help protecting Alberta from droughts and floods

The Alberta government has announced it is investing $25 million to help protect people, homes, businesses and communities from floods and droughts.In recent years, government officials acknowledge th...

Oct 03, 2025

Province launches body-worn cameras pilot for Alberta Sheriffs

Officials with the provincial government say Albertans can now expect to see sheriffs equipped with body-worn cameras as part of a provincewide mandate to enhance public safety and accountability.To e...

Oct 03, 2025

Minister Nally promoting Alberta iGaming and blockchain investment

Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction Minister Dale Nally is visiting Las Vegas and Dallas next week to strengthen industry partnerships and investment in Alberta.Provincial officials say Minister Da...

Oct 03, 2025

Schools set to close as Alberta provides online curriculum ahead of teachers strike

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.Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaid...

Sheldon Spackman Oct 03, 2025

TransPod announces Canadian steel pact for Calgary to Edmonton (via Red Deer) line

The company which plans to build an ultra high-speed transit line from Calgary to Edmonton announced Thursday a deal with two Canadian steel companies.TransPod's agreement is with Ontario-based Algoma...

Oct 02, 2025

Alberta retinal program goes permanent

Provincial officials say Albertans will now have better access to eye care through a permanent retinal treatment program, supporting timely, high-quality vision care.Over the past decade, the Retina A...

Oct 02, 2025