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Redblacks Celebrate Victory, Ticks Invade — Your Calgary Coffee Break News

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🏈 Sports

  1. Redblacks score big in pre-season game! Keelan White caught two touchdown passes, leading the Ottawa Redblacks to a 27-12 victory over the Montreal Alouettes. Quarterback Jake Maier shone with 155 yards in the air, proving that pre-season might just pack a punch!

⚖️ Crime & Safety

  1. CTrain collision alerts the city! Emergency crews raced to a scene this week after a pedestrian was involved in a CTrain accident, now facing serious injuries. The timely investigation aims to uncover what happened, reminding us all to stay vigilant while commuting.

  2. Counterfeit cigarettes lighting up crime rates! With the sale of illegal cigarettes soaring in Canada, a recent bust in Manitoba seized 1.35 million of these dangerous smokes, prompting calls for reform to protect our communities from this growing issue.

  3. Justice served for Kache Grist’s family. An Edmonton dog owner was found guilty of criminal negligence after her dogs fatally attacked 11-year-old Kache Grist. This heartbreaking case highlights the importance of responsible pet ownership and public safety.

🏙️ Politics

  1. NDP Leader fired up over gaslighting claims! Naheed Nenshi didn’t hold back, accusing Premier Danielle Smith of misleading Albertans regarding the upcoming referendum on independence. This ongoing political drama proves that in politics, the stakes are high and the words sharp!

  2. Liberal MPs voice environmental concerns! Fourteen Liberal MPs penned a letter to Mark Carney, spotlighting alarming backslides in environmental protections. Will their plea echo in the halls of power or fade into the political noise?

  3. Investors worried over Alberta’s referendum rumblings. Experts warn that Alberta's path toward a referendum for independence could chill private investment—especially important projects like pipelines. As we contemplate our future, economic growth hangs in the balance.

  4. Carney’s call for unity within Canada! Prime Minister Mark Carney stressed Alberta's crucial role in the national context during a recent address. With uncertainty looming, can Alberta find common ground with the rest of the country?

🌱 Community & Health

  1. Watch out for ticks this season! Experts are ringing alarm bells as tick-related illnesses surge across Canada, with Lyme disease cases skyrocketing from 917 in 2015 to over 5,200 in 2024! Keep those picnic blankets handy, folks—ticks are on the rise!

  2. Mark Carney champions Alberta’s national role! In a recent address, Carney emphasized Alberta's importance in pivotal national projects. As summer approaches, will our province lead the way in a united Canada?

🔥 General

  1. Grilling pains on the horizon! Expect your BBQ costs to sizzle this summer! Supply chain issues and rising material costs mean your cookouts might come with a heftier price tag.

  2. A vote to dictate Alberta's future! Alberta is set to hold a referendum this fall on whether to pursue a binding vote for separation from Canada. What this could mean for our community is a tight-knit topic of discussion as we move forward.

  3. Ontario sues over delayed health funding. Ontario’s government is taking a firm stand to rectify delays in health funding, asserting that timely resources are essential for citizens’ well-being. Could this set a precedent for other provinces?

  4. Edmonton Marathon returns with a twist! The beloved Edmonton Marathon is making a comeback this summer, featuring a new route and more community engagement. Lace up those running shoes, Calgary; it's time to hit the pavement!

  5. Calgary’s festival scene blooming post-pandemic! With numerous festivals lined up for summer, Calgary is embracing its vibrant culture once again. Mark your calendars—it's going to be a summer to remember!

Source Articles (19)

Alberta to hold fall referendum on whether to have binding referendum on separating from Canada

Premier Danielle Smith says Albertans will be able to vote in the fall on whether they want the province to hold a binding referendum on separating from Canada

General May 22, 2026

Alberta premier says she'll campaign for pro-Canada side but added referendum question to resolve debate

General May 22, 2026

Carney says Alberta plays 'essential' role in building Canada after premier announces referendum question

Prime Minister Mark Carney said Alberta is essential to making Canada better, advocating on Friday for national unity amid resurrected separation fears.

General May 22, 2026

14 Liberal MPs pen letter to Carney raising concerns over environmental backslide

More than a dozen Liberal MPs sent a letter to the prime minister at the end of April, before he signed the latest agreement with the Alberta government, to offer some recommendations — but also to express their unease with the situation.

General May 22, 2026

Grilling pains: Why your BBQ may cost more this summer

Driving the increase in prices, industry experts say, is cattle supply, which remains tight after a series of droughts. But in spite of that, consumer appetite remains strong, with overall demand for beef at record levels.

General May 22, 2026

City investigating CTrain collision that sent pedestrian to hospital with life-threatening injuries

The city is investigating after a CTrain struck a pedestrian in downtown Calgary on Thursday evening. The pedestrian is in hospital with life-threatening injuries.

General May 22, 2026

Hyundai recalls some Elantra Hybrid vehicles over possible overheating, fire risk

Recall applies to 6,082 Canadian vehicles, according to Hyundai. No fires, incidents, injuries or fatalities have been reported in Canada related to the issue.

General May 22, 2026

Trump maintains pressure on Cuba as Rubio says diplomacy unlikely to resolve issues

U.S. President Donald Trump and America's top diplomat on Thursday again raised the spectre of U.S. military intervention in Cuba, a renewed threat that takes on greater weight a day after the administration announced criminal charges against the island's former leader, Raúl Castro.

General May 22, 2026

3 dead after boat capsizes off Savary Island in B.C.: RCMP

Powell River RCMP say three men are dead and two have survived after a boat capsized about 500 to 1,000 metres off the shore of Savary Island Thursday night.

General May 22, 2026

Gold rush or red card? World Cup demand in B.C. uncertain with just weeks to kickoff

With just three weeks until the June 13 kickoff for the first of Vancouver's seven matches, some indicators of demand like hotel bookings and ticket prices are flashing warning signs.

General May 22, 2026
Alberta’s referendum question could ‘chill’ private investment, expert says

Alberta’s referendum question could ‘chill’ private investment, expert says

With Alberta moving closer toward a referendum vote to potentially leave Canada, experts say there could be a 'chill' among private investors in some nation-building projects.

Canada May 22, 2026
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith defends separatism referendum

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith defends separatism referendum

Premier Danielle Smith answered questions and providing more information about the Alberta separatism question being added to the October referendum.

Politics May 22, 2026
Read Danielle Smith’s full address on Alberta’s future

Read Danielle Smith’s full address on Alberta’s future

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith delivered a lengthy address defending a proposed referendum question on separation while urging Albertans to remain in Canada.

Politics May 22, 2026
Alberta must be ‘at the centre’ of making Canada better, Carney says

Alberta must be ‘at the centre’ of making Canada better, Carney says

Albertans are set to go to the polls this fall to answer a series of referendum questions, including whether or not to vote — at a future date — to leave Canada.

Canada May 22, 2026
Ticks are coming for you: Experts warn tick-related illnesses rising across Canada

Ticks are coming for you: Experts warn tick-related illnesses rising across Canada

From Lyme disease to rare red meat allergies, experts say expanding tick populations are creating new health risks across Canada.

Canada May 22, 2026
Opposition accuses Premier Danielle Smith of gaslighting: ‘Albertans are not idiots’

Opposition accuses Premier Danielle Smith of gaslighting: ‘Albertans are not idiots’

There was lots of backlash Friday against Premier Danielle Smith's decision to hold a referendum that could lead to Alberta's independence, but Smith is standing firm.

Politics May 22, 2026
Illegal cigarettes with ‘gigantic’ profit margin are costing Canadians billions

Illegal cigarettes with ‘gigantic’ profit margin are costing Canadians billions

The sale of counterfeit cigarettes is rising in Canada, despite fewer people smoking them, a study found. Advocates are calling for legislative reform to stop this trade.

Crime May 22, 2026
Edmonton dog owner guilty of criminal negligence in death of 11-year-old Kache Grist

Edmonton dog owner guilty of criminal negligence in death of 11-year-old Kache Grist

Kache Grist, 11, from B.C. was visiting his dad in Edmonton over spring break when the homeowner's Cane Corso dogs mauled the child to death.

Crime May 22, 2026
Redblacks down Alouettes 27-12 in pre-season game

Redblacks down Alouettes 27-12 in pre-season game

Keelan White caught a pair of touchdown passes for the Ottawa Redblacks in a 27-12 win over the Montreal Alouettes in a C-F-L pre-season game Friday.

Sports May 22, 2026