Oilers Shut Out Flames, 3 Charged in Child's Murder & Wainwright Victims — Edmonton Wednesday

UCP board candidates must sign declaration to abide by Alberta's vote to stay in Canada

Pro-independence advocates seeking posts say they'll sign it, but won't abandon their long-term goals for Alberta.

RCMP investigating allegations of money laundering, fraud in Alberta health procurement probes

The ongoing RCMP investigation into procurement processes and practices at Alberta Health and Alberta Health Services involves an investigation into alleged fraud, breach of trust, and money laundering, according to a letter filed in court earlier this month.

How will a new Conservative premier change the relationship between B.C. and Alberta?

The Conservatives taking power in British Columbia could help strengthen ties between the province and Alberta, but it could also spark competition between the provincial neighbours, some analysts say.

Finning pleads guilty to 2023 incident that injured worker near Fort McMurray

The company was charged after a worker was hit by a loader in December 2023 at an equipment yard north of Fort McMurray, according to a statement from Alberta’s Ministry of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration.

Leduc man pleads guilty to luring, sexually assaulting nearly two dozen teenage girls

Campbell Fergusson of Leduc pleaded guilty to seven charges against 23 victims, including luring, sexual interference and making child sexual abuse material.

'Quiet, independent, strong-willed': B.C. soldier burned at CFB Wainwright faces long recovery, family says

Pte. Trevor Flegel of Kitimat on the province's North Coast was among the dozens of casualties, including four fatalities, after a fire resulting from a training exercise ripped through the Canadian Armed Forces base in Alberta on Oct. 17.

Oil trading in triple digits, but Canadian crude selling at steeper discount

Canadian oil is typically sold at a discount compared to the North American benchmark, but that gap has widened in recent months with no clear short-term solution in sight.

Hervey looking to win second Grey Cup in Edmonton

Can lightning strike twice for Ed Hervey and the Edmonton Elks?

‘Not an easy path’: Burn survivor reflects on long recovery facing soldiers injured in Wainwright fire

More than two decades after Spencer Beach was severely burned in a workplace fire, he wants to offer comfort to the soldiers caught in the flames at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright.

Proposed data centre in west-central Alberta prompts pushback from some residents, support from others

A massive data centre proposed in west-central Alberta is raising questions from area residents, who crowded into a recent series of information sessions hosted by Tourmaline Oil Corporation, the company behind the project.

Bank of Canada governor says rate hike to 2.5% was needed in face of persistent inflation

Meet the 'hell chicken,' a feisty little dinosaur who feasted on fruit

While other dinosaurs were crunching the bones of their prey in their powerful teeth, or slowly gnawing on leaves and twigs, Infernogallus jamesi may have been happily savouring nature's sweet delights.

46% of Canadian CEOs eyeing AI-driven growth with smaller staff, poll shows

A poll of 50 CEOs of large Canadian companies shows nearly half are eyeing smaller, more productive workforces with the help of AI.

Elks extend head coach Mark Kilam through 2029

The Edmonton Elks have extended head coach Mark Kilam's contract through the CFL 2029 season after he led the club to its best regular season in more than a decade.

Privacy commissioner investigating provider behind Crime Stoppers data breach

Canada’s privacy commissioner has launched an investigation into a cybersecurity breach involving anonymous tips shared with Crime Stoppers programs across the country.

Edmonton experiences first major snowfall — just days before Halloween

The ghosts, ghouls and goblins on some of Edmonton's front lawns were made even spookier by the chilling sight of Old Man Winter.

Alberta NDP says Smith's UCP cooking riding boundaries for own benefit

The leader of Alberta's Opposition NDP says Premier Danielle Smith's governing United Conservatives are cooking the riding boundaries for their own advantage ahead of next year's election.

Alberta pursuing own dental, drug plans despite referendum defeat on federal opt-outs

The United Conservative Party government will press ahead with its plan to opt out of federal dental and drug benefit programs in favour of its own made-in-Alberta approach, even though voters rejected a similar strategy in last week's referendum.

Training for investigating workplace deaths with criminal lens to roll out across Canada

A training program developed in Calgary will help police, Crown prosecutors, and occupational health and safety regulators across the country recognize when a workplace death crosses into criminal negligence.

Leafs winger Kirill Marchenko out week-to-week

The Maple Leafs are down another key forward.

Dickenson to return as Stampeders head coach/GM

Dave Dickenson will return as coach and general manager of the Calgary Stampeders next season, getting another chance to turn the team's fortunes around after it missed the playoffs for the second time in three years.

Alexander, Philpot and Fajardo named MOP finalists

The CFL's deadliest passing combo and a veteran quarterback coming off a career year are the finalists for the league's outstanding player award.

B.C. soldier burned in CFB Wainwright fire remains in Edmonton ICU

The family of Pte. Trevor Flegel says he is still in hospital more than 10 days after the deadly fire at CFB Wainwright.

Three charged with murder of 12-year-old kidnapped from Edmonton: RCMP

Cole Morin 34, and Curtis Brown, 36, are charged with first-degree murder and kidnapping. Rachel Stuart, 36, faces a charge of second-degree murder.

Alberta tables bill to protect consumers when buying cars, show tickets

Under the bill, consumers could get some power to fight back when they purchase defective vehicles that cannot be properly repaired.

Calgary-developed wound treatment used on the battlefield in Ukraine

Calgary-based NanoTess received Health Canada approval for its NanoSALV Catalytic in 2022 and evaluated it by treating unhoused populations in encampments.

Oilers’ Hyman back on IR with neck injury

Edmonton Oilers forward Zach Hyman is heading back to injured reserve ahead of Wednesday's Battle of Alberta against the Calgary Flames.

Oilers snap skid with 4-0 win over Flames

Tristan Jarry made 24 stops to earn the shutout as the Edmonton Oilers snapped a two-game losing skid, defeating the rival Calgary Flames 4-0 on Wednesday.

Family of soldier badly burned at CFB Wainwright speaks about his injuries

Family of a soldier severely burned at CFB Wainwright describe Pte. Liam Ramage's injuries and the long path to recovery.