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Alberta premier talks about importance of reliable energy sources

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith speaks to the importance of a pipeline, from Alberta to B.C., to increase oil exports and provide a reliable energy source to world markets.

Man charged with extortion, conspiracy to commit murder after traffic stop in Edmonton: police

A 22-year-old man has been charged with extortion and conspiracy to commit murder after two violent incidents in Brampton, Peel police say.

Pembina, partners go ahead with gas plant for data centre north of Edmonton

Pembina Pipeline Corp. and two partners have given the go-ahead to the Greenlight Electricity Centre, a natural gas plant serving a data centre customer. The 932-megawatt plant would be built in Sturgeon County, part of Alberta's Industrial Heartland region north of Edmonton.

How can Canada beat Morocco? It could be found in Promise David’s sublime group-stage goal

If there’s a reason for Canada’s men to believe they can beat Morocco on Saturday, it’s most easily found in Promise David’s singular moment against Switzerland.

What's behind all the wild weather in Canada this summer?

Many climate monitors have been predicting an extra-strong El Niño this year that's expected to peak in the winter. But the summer season has already brought weather-related chaos and even devastation for many Canadians. Here's a look at what's going on.

Alberta pitches southern route for West Coast pipeline, with a price tag of $35B or more

Alberta is formally proposing an oil pipeline to the southwest coast of British Columbia for tanker export to Asian markets, in a partnership with federally-owned Trans Mountain Corp. and Calgary-based Pembina Pipeline Corp.

High water levels impacting parts of St. Albert

As Alberta's rainy spring carries on into summer, repercussions ripple across the province. In St. Albert, the Sturgeon River's water levels continue to climb. The CBC's Tristan Mottershead reports.

Why bridge and tunnel politics helped make the B.C.-Ottawa pipeline truce happen

In a week that saw a number of big trades in the National Hockey League, perhaps it makes sense to analyze Thursday's agreement between the federal government and the province of British Columbia through the lens of what each group secured.

Lions eye first win of season versus unbeaten Elks

The B.C. Lions have done a lot of things right, but it's what they've done wrong that has resulted in them starting the CFL season 0-3.

Adams leads Stampeders to 58-36 win over Argonauts

Calgary Stampeders quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. lived up to his "Big Play V.A." nickname Thursday.

Surviving brother, biological mom speak at sentencing for Ontario couple convicted of murdering boy

Hoekstra says no 'significant progress' in 14 months of trade negotiations, but U.S. to keep talking

The U.S. envoy to Canada says 14 months of trade talk between Canada and the Trump administration has resolved few issues. But Pete Hoekstra insists the Americans will keep talking in the hopes of striking an agreement on the future of CUSMA, as well as settling other issues.

Edmonton eyes changes to zoning bylaw to regulate lodging houses, short-term rentals

Edmonton residents are expressing concerns to the city about how infill developments are being used, prompting city councillors to consider changes to bylaws that regulate lodging houses and short-term rentals.

Elections Alberta rejects Corb Lund's 'Water Not Coal' petition

Elections Alberta has rejected musician Corb Lund's 'Water Not Coal' petition, saying it failed to meet the requirements for a citizen initiative petition.

Canadian men's rugby team hopes to capitalize on soccer fever as its World Cup prep begins

Canada's men's rugby team begins prepping for the 2027 World Cup as matches for the Nations Cup kick off on Saturday at Edmonton's Clarke Stadium.

Feds to weigh guardrails, alternatives to 'contentious' labour code tool: Hajdu

Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu says the federal government is exploring possible guardrails or alternatives to using what she says is a "contentious" section of the Canada Labour Code that allows Ottawa to intervene in bitter bargaining conflicts.

Calgary Stampede parade kicks off 10 days of western fun

A pair of Winter Olympians traded their skis and skates for hats and boots Friday as the Calgary Stampede parade kicked off 10 days of western-themed festivities.

Who are the partners behind a proposed new West Coast oil pipeline?

There are several players involved in the private-public partnership with plans to build a new pipeline from Alberta to the B.C. coast, and all bring different things to the table.

Anti-coal mining petition led by musician Corb Lund fails in Alberta

The anti-coal mining petition in Alberta, spearheaded by country music singer Corb Lund, has failed to collect enough verified signatures, according to Elections Alberta.

Pipelines faced key challenges in the past. Can Alberta’s overcome them?

Canada’s track record of proposing and building pipelines means that the newly announced project from Alberta to B.C.'s coast is likely going to face several key challenges.

Edmonton Valley Zoo’s nocturnal wing reopens after renovations

The bats were relocated in February when the renovations started, and the refreshed nocturnal wing reopens to the public on July 4.

Taxpayers could be on hook for West Coast pipeline, but it's a 'good investment': Energy minister

Energy Minister Tim Hodgson says a second pipeline to the West Coast will be money well-spent for the federal government but can't say how much Ottawa would be on the hook for.

South Edmonton communities enter into restrictive covenant to limit infill development

The 20-year covenant sets constraints on any future redevelopment of properties that buy in, including a height limit of eight metres and one parking spot per dwelling.

Alberta proposes new pipeline, but hurdles to construction, profitability remain

While the governments of Canada and Alberta have agreed to take the proposal for a new pipeline to the next step, oil industry insiders say some big hurdles remain.

Pancakes, pipelines and independence: politics serving up new flavour at this year’s Calgary Stampede

Generations of Canada’s political class have summited at the “Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth” to shake hands and flip pancakes. This year’s festival arrives with a looming referendum on Alberta’s future within Canada and, as of Thursday night, a multibillion-dollar pipeline bid.

Environmental groups wanted to see clear decarbonization commitment in pipeline plan

Environmental groups say they wanted to see more of a commitment to decarbonization included in Alberta's proposal for a new pipeline to the west coast.

Canada is the underdog vs. Morocco. Balancing the duality of that psychology will determine their fate

On paper there is no comparison between No. 6-ranked Morocco and No. 30 Canada. So what do the players of Canada's World Cup team tell themselves in the minutes before they play the biggest game of their lives?

Alberta mayors along proposed new pipeline route rally behind project

Mayors along the route for Canada’s proposed West Coast pipeline hope the project will bring economic growth once bitumen starts flowing through their communities. But after a decade of cancelled energy projects, the mayors say they need to be optimistic the project will be built.

Will Alberta pipeline proposal move voters ahead of separation vote?

After Premier Danielle Smith and Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled an official proposal for an oil pipeline to the West Coast on Thursday, one pollster sees the opportunity to win over a narrow group of undecided referendum voters, while some groups supporting the province's independence don't put much stock in the deal.

Sidewalks, signs and park areas in St. Albert under water as Sturgeon River swells

The river that flows through St. Albert, north of Edmonton, is so high that some sidewalks, signs and park areas are under water. City officials are urging people to stay away from the Sturgeon River.

The stampede Edge: Father, son compete at the Calgary Stampede 100 years apart

Lynn Edge is a steer breeder from Cochrane, Alta., and has been competing in the horse cutting competition at the Calgary Stampede for the past 25 years.

Sports betting could be the biggest winner this World Cup. Critics say it degrades the game

The betting industry predicts that FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the biggest gambling event in history. Governments around the world have gone from banning sports betting to embracing it. But critics worry that it normalizes gambling as part of enjoying sports.

Alberta’s pipeline pitch is heavy on public, light on private investment — so who benefits?

Energy experts and economists say Alberta’s public-private pitch may be the only way to get a pipelines done in today's context, but if there are benefits, they could go beyond just the oil and gas industry.

The test of time: Canada’s only watchmaking school still ticking after 80 years

The École national d’horlogerie was founded after WW II as a way to help veterans reintegrate into society. Today, it’s about training professional watchmakers for the global market.

Internal PMO polls told Carney Canadians backed pipeline plan

Twice last November, the Privy Council Office (PCO) included polling questions to see how Canadians felt about a pipeline and other energy and natural resource projects.

ASIRT investigating fatal officer-involved shooting near Irricana

A section of Highway 9 on the edge of the community was cordoned off with police tape as several RCMP vehicles remained at the scene.

Alberta’s appeal court more than doubles sentence in 1981 rape and robbery case

A panel of three Alberta Court of Appeal judges has more than doubled the sentence for an Ontario man, who was convicted of the 1981 rape and robbery of an Edmonton woman, from 3½ years to a global sentence of 7½ years.

Experts warn Albertans should prepare for more smoky skies this summer

As Albertans brace themselves for what could be another smoky summer, health experts are warning there is no safe level of exposure.

Canada vs. Morocco: Teams to face off in Round of 16 World Cup match

Canadian men's historic World Cup run ends, but achievements can't be overshadowed by loss to Morocco

Azzedine Ounahi broke a 0-0 deadlock — and the hearts of Canada's World Cup team and its millions of fans — to lead Morocco to a 3-0 victory and end a historic tournament for Canada's men.

Art exhibit about death at Alberta museum actually full of life

In a corner of the Royal Alberta Museum, two chalkboards hang on the wall to capture random thoughts on death — the coda to an art exhibit that tells tales of death from around the world.

Lions net first win with 36-24 decision over Elks

James Butler rushed for 135 yards and two touchdowns as the B.C. Lions roared to their first win of the CFL season, beating the previously undefeated Edmonton Elks 36-24 on Saturday in front of another sellout crowd at the Apple Bowl.

Smart glasses expose a gap in Canadian privacy laws

Concerns about privacy have been raised around the use of smart glasses and its ability to film people without their knowledge. David Fraser is a privacy lawyer with McInnes Cooper in Halifax and explained the legalities surrounding this technology in an interview with the CBC’s Information Morning.

Is there any merit to the advice to ‘sleep on it?’ New research suggests our dreams may help problem-solve

A pair of recent studies by dream researchers suggest that the age-old advice may in fact be grounded in science.

How fundraising is going so far for third-party advertisers in Alberta's referendum campaign

Just over two weeks since its launch, the pro-separation group Let Alberta Decide has pulled out to an early fundraising lead for advertising dollars in the province’s October referendum campaign.

Swimming phenom from northern Alberta is 'rewriting the record books'

Grande Prairie's 18 year-old Oliver Dawson was named the city's parade marshal for Canada Day 2026 for his feats in the swimming pool. Dawson has broken two Canadian breaststroke speed records so far, and he doesn't plan on slowing down anytime soon.

Canada's historic run at World Cup fuels players' hunger for future tournaments

It was a historic tournament for the Canadians, who earned their first point and first win in a men's World Cup, and made it into the knockout round for the first time. Once there, they topped South Africa 1-0 to earn a spot in the Round of 16.

General Motors says renewal of CUSMA ‘very important’ for auto industry

As uncertainty remains around North American trade relations, General Motors says CUSMA, the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement, is 'very important' for the automobile industry.

Oilers sign d-men Mukhamadullin, Stastney

The Edmonton Oilers have signed defenceman Shakir Mukhamadullin to a two-year contract extension, the NHL club announced Sunday.

Trump administration not meeting or strategizing with Alberta separatists: Hoekstra

The Trump administration is not meeting or strategizing with Alberta separatists, U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra told Global News in an interview.