By Lisa Johnson The Canadian Press Posted October 30, 2024 2:10 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size The federal […]
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Village-like forest encampment in Edmonton renews concerns over homeless supports
The discovery of a complex homeless encampment complete with power and appliances has once again raised concerns over the suitability and availability of supports to […]
Report calls on Ottawa to launch 20-year probe into missing Indigenous children
A final report into missing children and unmarked graves at residential schools is calling on the federal government to create an Indigenous-led national commission with […]
Premier Smith says lower-than-forecast oil prices could mean Alberta budget deficit
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says a potential budget deficit next year is not off the table. Her government’s 2024 budget initially projected a surplus of […]
Alberta proposes new bill of rights, including to refuse medical treatment — with exemptions
Alberta’s government proposed legislative changes Monday to the provincial Bill of Rights aimed at giving residents the right to refuse medical treatments, including vaccines, but […]
MP says he’s baffled by Alberta minister’s claims about pandemic bill
A Liberal member of Parliament says he’s baffled by the Alberta United Conservative government’s response to his private member’s bill about pandemic preparedness. The bill […]
Protesters rally at Alberta legislature ahead of fall session
Protesters on the steps of the Alberta legislature on Sunday had a message for Premier Danielle Smith and the UCP ahead of the fall session. […]
The push to criminalize residential school denialism in Canada
As a young child, Dennis Saddleman’s mother always ensured he knew how much she loved him, gave him kisses on his forehead and told him […]
Transportation minister looks for provinces, territories to collaborate on car thefts
The federal transportation minister says national co-operation is needed to close loopholes criminals can use to re-sell stolen cars. Anita Anand’s office has sent letters […]
Alberta legislature sitting to focus on rights bill, transgender policies
By Lisa Johnson The Canadian Press Posted October 25, 2024 5:44 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Alberta Premier […]