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Alberta to lower age of self-referrals for breast cancer screening to 40

Next year, Alberta will lower the age for breast cancer screening self-referrals to age 40, government officials announced on Wednesday.

Carney's new Canada-U.S. advisory committee draws praise, criticism in Alberta

Prime Minister Mark Carney's new advisory committee on Canada-U.S. economic relations is attracting praise from some in Alberta for its resource sector representation, while others question how effective it will be.

Lethbridge gymnastics coach cleared of all sex abuse charges

A gymnastics coach from Lethbridge who was accused of sexually assaulting girls at his gym has been acquitted on all charges after the judge found all of the complainants’ testimony was unreliable.

Calgary will get next federal housing fund payout — but final payment up in air after blanket rezoning repeal

The City of Calgary will receive its next instalment of federal housing funds, despite a warning that repealing blanket rezoning could put the money at risk. But city council will have to weigh if the conditions to get the final payment are worth the cash.

Calgary judge 'profoundly disappointed' after murder trial for 4 accused killers potentially derailed

A first-degree murder trial involving four accused may be derailed after a conflict involving one of the defence lawyers came to light on Day 2 of the six-week trial.

Give it a year, says Alberta premier about plan to stay on permanent daylight time

Alberta's government could possibly put the decision to a vote in 2027 if the decision proves too unpopular, Premier Danielle Smith said Wednesday.

Report shows Albertans open to nuclear energy but have questions, concerns

Nearly two-thirds of Albertans who responded to a provincial government panel’s survey on nuclear energy say they are worried about where waste will be stored and how.

This big city district funds a school for just 40 kids. It’s one answer to chaos in classrooms

Large school districts in Calgary and Edmonton are dealing with complexity by creating specialized settings for students with disabilities, especially those who are hardest to support in regular classrooms.

What 2 concert tours say about Punjabi pop's Canadian moment

Two of the biggest global names in Punjabi music are set to take over Canada’s largest venues — underscoring the genre’s explosive rise worldwide. Diljit Dosanjh and Karan Aujla are launching Canadian tours drawing demand promoters say rivals some of the biggest names in hip-hop.

Oilers’ McDavid labouring to start NHL playoffs

Oilers captain Connor McDavid continued to fight the puck, and Edmonton's vaunted power play had yet to strike to start the NHL playoffs.

Ducks level series with 6-4 win over Oilers

Calgary emergency management agency moving to create urban wildfire plan

Calgary's emergency management agency is proactively preparing for potential disasters in our city by implementing an urban wildfire plan.

WestJet increases fees for checked baggage, matching recent Air Canada move

WestJet is increasing the price many passengers will pay to check baggage less than two weeks after a similar Air Canada move, with increases of $5, $10 and $50 to certain checked luggage fees.

Killing of Calgary-born scientist tied to mysterious U.S. deaths, disappearances despite quick arrest

The shooting death of a Calgary-born astrophysicist in mid-February in front of his Southern California residence sent shockwaves through his academic and professional circles.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith set to update fall referendum question plan

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is set to deliver an update Thursday on a provincewide referendum scheduled for the fall.

'I feel so violated': The people who are hiring actors to make fake Alberta separatism videos

A number of accounts creating misleading YouTube videos about Alberta separatism with millions of views appear to have their origins in a Dutch digital marketing course, a CBC/Radio-Canada investigation has found.

'United by fandom': Community comes together through creativity, passion at Calgary Expo

This year's Calgary Expo will bring together thousands of casual moviegoers, gamers and diehard pop culture aficionados.

The risks and rewards of driving 120 km/h on Alberta's highways

Alberta’s highways are designed for higher speeds, so the province is testing out 120 kilometres per hour on a stretch of Highway 2. CBC’s Helen Pike talks to engineering experts to unpack how that could play out on the highway.

RCMP investigating Peace River homicide, seek help identifying suspect

RCMP homicide investigators are asking for the public's help after a man was found dead outside a Petro-Canada gas station in Peace River early Thursday morning.

Alberta premier ‘skeptical’ of a southern route for a B.C. pipeline

This follows a report that the federal government prefers a southern route, rather than a northern one.

Burger emergency: RCMP say intoxicated man called 911 demanding drive-thru food

An Alberta man in trouble with the law after calling police when staff at a fast-food drive-through restaurant in Red Deer refused to sell him a burger.

Alberta premier leaves door open to pursuing some referendum initiatives even with ‘no’ vote

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is hoping to get a 'strong mandate' from Albertans to October's referendum questions, but also wouldn't committ to respecting a 'no' vote.

As Alberta moves to end time changes, other provinces weigh options

Alberta plans to scrap seasonal clock changes and adopt permanent daylight time starting Nov. 1, a move that could prompt other provinces to follow suit.

Calgary philanthropist’s legacy inspires life-changing mental health research

The life and legacy of Calgary businessman Norm Johnson has inspired some groundbreaking research into mental health at the University of Calgary.

Calgary releases first priority projects under GamePLAN recreation strategy

The list from the City of Calgary includes new facilities and upgrades to aging recreation centres, as well as some projects currently underway.

Residents of Peace River warned of possible flooding, to be ready to evacuate

The town of Peace River, Alta. has issued an evacuation alert because of possible flooding, with residents of the downtown area being told to be ready to leave on short notice.