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Canadians are joining the Catholic church in record numbers, officials claim

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Calgary says there has been a huge increase in the number of people wanting to join the Catholic church, up 50 per cent since COVID.

Soaring diesel prices ‘going to be very expensive’ for Canadian farmers

With diesel and fertilizer prices surging, Canadian farmers are bracing for much higher costs than anticipated this growing season.

Green Shirt Day urges Canadians to register as organ donors

Green Shirt Day is the legacy of 21-year-old Logan Boulet who was one of 16 people, including 10 players, killed in the Humboldt Bronco's bus crash in April 2018.

New Indigenous-owned Edmonton business aims to build creative community, inspire others

The owners of Kaiko Studio Cafe and Tee Pee Treat aim to provide a safe, creative downtown space and inspire other Indigenous artists and entrepreneurs to follow their dreams.

Edmonton man accused of rolling back odometers, selling vehicles at inflated prices

It's alleged several high-mileage vehicles bought on Facebook Marketplace had their odometer changed by hundreds of thousands of kilometers before being re-sold at inflated prices.

Prairies, northern Ontario brrr-ace for Alberta clipper and more snow

Anywhere from 10 to 30 cm. of snow is expected to fall over a large region spanning from northeast B.C. to northern Ontario, courtesy of an Alberta clipper sweeping across Canada.

Calgary man found guilty of preying on women employed in the city’s sex trade

A Calgary man has been found guilty of a total of six charges after being accused of sexually assaulting several women employed in the city's sex trade.

Deere settles U.S. right-to-repair lawsuit, agrees to $99M fund for farmers

Farming equipment manufacturer, Deere, opened a new tab on ​Monday. It agreed to pay $99 million into a settlement fund for ‌farms and farmers who are part of a class action.

Court hearings begin as First Nation fights to halt Alberta separation referendum

A First Nation in Alberta will be in court today seeking to shut down a petition urging the province to quit Confederation.

Calgary man found guilty on 6 charges of kidnapping, sexually assaulting women

A judge has found a Calgary man guilty of sexually assaulting three vulnerable women, one of whom he drugged, and another he suffocated and assaulted with a weapon at a rural home east of the city.

U.S, Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire as Tehran agrees to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Carney urges 'all parties' in Iran war not to target civilian infrastructure amid Trump threats

Prime Minister Mark Carney urged "all parties" in the United States and Israel's war with Iran to respect international law and not target civilian infrastructure, following repeated threats to do so by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Free COVID-19 shots return to Alberta pharmacies, for certain high-risk groups

Albertans at risk of severe illness can once again access publicly-funded COVID-19 shots through pharmacies.

Plans paused on new recreation trail in northern Alberta as First Nation raises concerns

Mackenzie County wants to turn two former winter roads into a recreation trail, but the Dene Tha’ First Nation alleges it was not consulted properly.

Could B.C. be the new home for Drumheller's giant T-Rex? This Tumbler Ridge woman hopes so

A Tumbler Ridge resident believes her community would be the perfect new home for Tyra the T-Rex. The 25-metre tall dinosaur statue is currently in Drumheller, Alta., but the local chamber of commerce is seeking to decommission it by 2030.

How Canadian military members violated intelligence-gathering rules during COVID-19

Canadian Armed Forces members used their own personal social media accounts, computers and networks at home during the COVID-19 pandemic and gathered information about Canadians, violating intelligence-gathering rules, according to a newly released report.

Still have to file your taxes? Here's how to find yourself some money

Tick, tick, tick. This year's tax deadline is coming quick. Here's what tax experts who spoke with CBC News say you should keep in mind as you're filling out your return so you don't miss out on opportunities to find and save money.

Wintry storm expected to drift across Alberta

As many travellers return from Easter weekend celebrations, an icy blast of wintry weather is expected to make travel a challenge.

Artemis II crew captures never-before-seen photos of Earth setting behind moon, total solar eclipse

Alberta town takes DIY approach to tackle long-standing livestock vet shortage

In rural Alberta, getting to see a veterinarian can take hours, and during calving season, a critical time for ranchers, the stakes can be high.

'About more than remembrance': Work on Humboldt Broncos memorial continues 8 years after crash

This year marks eight years since the deadly Humboldt Broncos crash. Humboldt's mayor says work is continuing on a memorial in the team's home city.

Former MP behind sports gambling legalization says some results are 'deplorable'

The former MP who spent more than a decade pushing to legalize single-event sports betting says he doesn't regret it — but says its implementation is in some ways "sad" and "deplorable."

Trump says Iranians are willing to suffer U.S. bombing power plants 'in order to have freedom'

Tehran has rejected the latest ceasefire proposal and wants a permanent end to the war, says Iran's state-run IRNA news agency.

Cold front: Inside NATO's race to secure the Arctic

Neglected for years, the Arctic is now NATO’s critical front, driven by urgent threats from Russian militarization and shifting geopolitics. While launching "Arctic Sentry" to bridge surveillance gaps, the alliance is struggling with extreme conditions, vast distances and the need for new, rugged technology to maintain a persistent presence in the inhospitable Far North.

WestJet introducing temporary fuel surcharge on companion voucher bookings

WestJet's new temporary fuel surcharge of $60 on all companion voucher bookings takes effect Wednesday, April 8.

Blinded by the headlights? Transport Canada wants to know

A London, Ont., optometrist says she's hearing more concerns from patients about difficulty driving in the dark and headlight brightness. Transport Canada is asking drivers, pedestrians and cyclists to share their experiences with vehicle headlight glare through an online survey.

Redevelopment near Edmonton baseball stadium would eliminate Riverhawks' main parking lot

The City of Edmonton wants to turn a parking lot near RE/MAX Field into a housing development. The Edmonton Riverhawks are excited by the redevelopment — but the club wants it to happen thoughtfully.

Businesses raise concerns over proposed day centre for homeless people in Lloydminster

A non-profit has plans to open a new day centre dedicated to providing resources and services to vulnerable populations. But businesses in Lloydminster's downtown core say they could be unfairly impacted.

Alberta lawyers, former Mountie call for criminal probe into Edmonton police chief, lawyer

A former Mountie and the Criminal Trial Lawyers' Assoc. say the EPS chief and lawyer should be investigated for their involvement in eight-year-old Nina Napope's manslaughter case.

Edmonton gets another spring snowfall — but there are benefits

One Edmontonian said while he is ready for warmer temperatures, snow later in the season is actually a good thing for gardeners.