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La operación policial Project Al Extortion en Edmonton, junto con CBSA, identificó una red de extorsión contra la comunidad surasiática; se abrieron 372 investigaciones migratorias y se emitieron cerca de 70 órdenes de expulsión, con dos sospechosos deportados (Arshdeep Singh y Sukhnaaz Singh Sandhu).
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En St. Albert fue hallado el cuerpo de Ayla Egotik‑Learn y su hija de nueve meses, Braylee, sigue desaparecida; Christopher Beasley enfrenta cargos por homicidio en segundo grado y la familia pide ayuda para encontrar al bebé.
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El gobierno de Alberta cerrará el sitio de consumo supervisado Sheldon M. Chumir en Calgary y un servicio móvil en Lethbridge a finales de junio, redistribuyendo los fondos a servicios de recuperación; los sitios de Edmonton quedan por ahora.
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Avalanche Canada emitió una advertencia de peligro "extremo" en partes del suroeste de Alberta y el sureste de B.C.; se han cerrado carreteras (incluida la Highway 93) y se pide evitar el terreno de montaña.
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La RCMP registró las oficinas de MHCare en Edmonton en una investigación sobre adquisiciones sanitarias de Alberta; la empresa y su dueño Sam Mraiche están vinculados a contratos polémicos.
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Un informe del Macdonald‑Laurier Institute alerta que Canadá debe acelerar la planificación eléctrica ante la creciente demanda (centros de datos, electrificación) para evitar alzas en tarifas y problemas de red.
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El Canada Energy Regulator proyecta un gran aumento de la generación eléctrica hasta 2050, con la energía eólica liderando las nuevas capacidades; bajo un escenario alto, los centros de datos podrían sumar hasta 12 GW.
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Un estudio de ATB Financial indica que aumentar la capacidad de oleoductos y la producción podría sumar ~1,1 % al PIB y crear unos 112,000 empleos en una década, pero exigiría más de 140,000 millones $CA en inversión.
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Los precios de la gasolina subieron en Alberta (algunos surtidores cerca de $1.66/L) por el conflicto en Oriente Medio, lo que obliga a negocios a aplicar recargos y presiona los presupuestos domésticos.
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El Lewis Farms Recreation Centre está al 65 % de construcción pero requiere un aumento presupuestario por la inflación y problemas de suministro; la ciudad finalizará pronto un nuevo contrato y una ordenanza de endeudamiento.
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Alberta presentó un proyecto de ley que restringiría el acceso a la ayuda médica para morir (MAID) a quienes previsiblemente morirán en un año y prohibiría derivaciones a otras provincias, medida que podría enfrentar impugnaciones legales.
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Trabajadores sanitarios se manifestaron en varias ciudades por temor a un sistema de salud de “dos niveles” tras la aprobación de Bill 11 en Alberta que permite la práctica pública/privada de médicos.
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La Corte Suprema aceptó revisar el recurso contra la prohibición federal de modelos de armas "estilo militar" (más de 2,500 variantes), caso clave sobre el poder del gabinete para regular mediante órdenes.
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El gobierno federal expone un plan para apoyar la industria de IA en Canadá centrado en capital, computación y clientes, y anuncia futuras leyes sobre privacidad y daños en línea.
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Alumnos de 3.º y 4.º grado en Edmonton presentaron diseños coloridos y modelos 3D para la futura Stollery Children’s Hospital como parte de la campaña solidaria No Bounds.
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Investigadores de la U. de Alberta reclutan 80 pacientes para un ensayo que prueba la Gamma Knife «ultraprecoces» en neuralgia del trigémino con la esperanza de prevenir la cronificación del dolor.
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Pacientes con migraña en el sur de Alberta luchan por acceder a tratamientos inyectables asequibles, ya que la cobertura pública es limitada y los costos privados son altos.
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Defensores de personas con discapacidad y el NDP impulsan un proyecto para establecer normas de accesibilidad en Alberta, buscando mejoras en transporte, empleo y servicios.
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El ayuntamiento de Edmonton votó para pedir a la provincia eliminar pactos restrictivos que impiden la llegada de supermercados y crean “desiertos alimentarios” en barrios.
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Un incendio sospechoso en una construcción de Garneau (19 mar) produjo humo negro visible en la ciudad; el fuego fue controlado y no hubo heridos; la policía investiga.
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Una niña descubrió una pistola 9 mm cargada cerca de un estanque en Secord; la policía busca vídeos de seguridad de la madrugada del 8 de marzo entre las 5 y las 6 a. m.
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Un tiroteo desde otro vehículo en la QEII cerca de Leduc mató a Birinder Singh cuando iba rumbo a Banff; sus amigos sobrevivientes están en shock y la RCMP investiga sin detenciones aún.
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La RCMP de Cochrane incautó unos 5.1 kg de presuntas drogas (cocaína, fentanilo, metanfetamina) con valor estimado en $450,000 y acusó a un hombre de 42 años.
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Las dos pistas de hielo de Taber resultaron gravemente dañadas por una explosión de Zamboni en diciembre; la reconstrucción costará millones (estimación inicial ~$11M para restaurar) y el pueblo ganó un premio provincial Kraft Hockeyville.
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Calgary, Edmonton y Praga fueron elegidas sedes de la Copa del Mundo de Hockey 2028; semifinales y final se jugarán en Rogers Place, Edmonton.
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Leon Draisaitl de los Oilers será baja por el resto de la temporada regular (14 partidos) por una lesión en la parte inferior del cuerpo; su regreso en playoffs es incierto.
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El joven Matt Savoie (22 años) ha subido su nivel y está jugando junto a Connor McDavid; suma 11 goles y 28 puntos en 69 partidos esta temporada.
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El 21 de marzo, Nikita Kucherov firmó 2 goles y 2 asistencias en la victoria de Tampa Bay por 5‑2 sobre Edmonton y adelantó temporalmente a McDavid en la tabla de puntos.
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George Parros, jefe de seguridad de jugadores de la NHL, defendió la suspensión de cinco partidos a Radko Gudas por un golpe rodilla con rodilla que lesionó gravemente a Auston Matthews y provocó críticas.
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La Agencia Canadiense de Inspección de Alimentos impuso cerca de $47,000 en multas desde abril de 2025 por etiquetas «Producto de Canadá» engañosas, subrayando la necesidad de etiquetado de origen fiable.
Resumen semanal de Edmonton — 16–22 mar 2026
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Protesters fear ‘American-style’ 2-tiered health care is coming to Canada
Dozens of protestors gathered outside the office of their local Liberal MP, in cities across Canada on Monday to call on the federal government to protect public health care.
Alberta reviewing plan on forcing oil companies to pay outstanding municipal taxes
Unpaid municipal taxes by some in the energy industry is a long-standing issue, with Alberta's rural communities owed more than $250 million as of last year.
Estimated cost of rebuilding Taber’s only ice rinks in the millions after explosion
A bit of relief surfaced over the weekend when Taber won $50,000 as the provincial winner in this year's Kraft Hockeyville competition.
Calgary, Edmonton and Prague to host 2028 World Cup of Hockey
The NHL announced the cities of Calgary and Edmonton, along with Prague in the Czech Republic, have been chosen to co-host the 2028 World Cup of Hockey.
Oilers optimistic injured Leon Draisaitl will return soon for playoff pursuit
It was both a big win and hopefully not too big of a loss for the Edmonton Oilers on Sunday.
Oilers ‘offence by committee’ sinks Sharks 5-3
Adam Henrique earned a pair of assists as the Edmonton Oilers were able to rally without star forward Leon Draisaitl to pick up a huge 5-3 win over the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday.
Alberta’s Smith says she took private flight on behalf of Saudi government
The premier travelled to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates in 2025 to discuss potential collaborations on energy development, artificial intelligence and more.
Passengers recount QEII drive-by shooting that killed Edmonton man: ‘No one deserves this’
Three childhood friends were on a trip from Edmonton to Banff when their car was shot at while they drove down the QEII south of Leduc, killing 22-year-old Birinder Singh.
Edmonton clinical trial offers hope to people suffering ‘most severe pains known to mankind’
A new U of A clinical trial is testing ultra-early Gamma Knife surgery to stop trigeminal neuralgia before permanent brain changes and years of devastating pain.
Edmonton aims to kibosh restrictive covenants in name of grocery access, food affordability
Restrictive covenants are common in the grocery industry to prevent competition, but Edmonton's city council is asking the province to change the rules so food is more affordable.
Danielle Smith hopes to balance Alberta budget even with moderate oil prices
Danielle Smith addressed the Rural Municipalities of Alberta conference, hearing concerns on everything from health care access to infrastructure woes and unpaid oil and gas taxes.
Migraine sufferers in southern Alberta struggle to find affordable treatments
While southern Alberta's famous Chinooks are famous for the warm weather they bring, for some they are also infamous for the 'pounding, throbbing' headaches that accompany them.
Disability advocates, NDP call on province to boost accessibility standards in Alberta
'We are the only minority group that you can join at any time. So people with dignity now may not have that dignity later if we do not pass this bill right away.'
Calgary man charged after RCMP seize ‘significant’ amount of drugs, cash
RCMP estimate the total value of the drugs seized, including fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine and carfentanil, at approximately $450,000.
Canada Energy Regulator projects power generation surge, wind a major source
A report from the Canada Energy Regulator predicts renewable energy, especially wind, will play an increasingly important role is meeting the country's future energy demand.
Injured Edmonton Oilers star Leon Draisaitl out for rest of season
Standout Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl is expected to miss the rest of the NHL regular season because of what the team called a lower-body injury.
‘Admin nights’ an antidote to procrastination while catching up with friends
More Canadians are holding 'admin nights' — gathering with friends while each person tackles tasks like paying bills, applying for jobs, answering emails and booking appointments.
NHL’s George Parros defends suspension of Gudas
George Parros is standing by the NHL's decision to suspend Anaheim Ducks defenceman Radko Gudas five games for a knee-on-knee hit that injured Toronto Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews, a punishment that has been criticized as too lenient.
Federal government looking to support Canada’s AI industry
The federal government is looking to do more to support the AI industry as it begins to implement a regulatory framework to protect Canadians.
Alberta residents, small business owners struggle with soaring gas prices
The soaring cost of gasoline is already draining hundreds of dollars in extra costs from the wallets of some Alberta small business owners.
Alberta train collision near Taber prompts safety reminders amid concerning driver trends
A train collided with an unloaded semi-truck on Tuesday, and while nobody was injured, experts and police are again calling for heightened safety around the tracks.
CBSA says efforts to ‘disrupt extortion networks’ led to 70 removal orders
The agency says that as of last Thursday, it had issued a total of 70 removal orders on various inadmissibility grounds, and 35 have been enforced.
Alberta moves to drastically reduce access to medically assisted dying
The UCP government introduced a bill stipulating only those likely to die of natural causes within a year would be eligible for medical assistance in dying.
The Calgary Stampede unveils 20-year ‘master plan’ for Stampede Park
The board of the Calgary Stampede has unveiled its vision for how Stampede Park will change over the next 20 years to make it a year-round destination.
Carney climate plan at risk as Canadian oil companies stress need to boost production
A key plank of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's climate plan is unlikely to hit its implementation date, raising new doubts about Canada meeting its climate change goals.
Oilers get total team effort to beat Sharks 5-3
The Edmonton Oilers knew the challenge was to come together as a unit after learning their star forward Leon Draisaitl will be out for the remainder of the regular season.
Girl finds loaded handgun near pond in west Edmonton neighbourhood
After the gun was found, Edmonton police obtained overnight security footage from March 8 in the Secord area, showing a man getting out of a white car while carrying a blue rag.
Lewis Farms Recreation Centre to get budget increase as inflation drives up cost
The Lewis Farms Recreation Centre is coming in over its $309 million budget even after several elements were removed, as inflation has been twice as high as the city predicted.
Savoie’s surge earns him spot alongside McDavid
Overlooked amid the Edmonton Oilers' erratic season has been the steady, albeit unspectacular, performance of rookie forward Matt Savoie.
Bobrovsky perfect as Panthers blank Oilers 4-0
Sergei Bobrovsky made 21 saves to earn his fourth shutout of the season as the Florida Panthers continued to plague Edmonton, emerging with a 4-0 victory over the Oilers on Thursday in a rematch of the last two Stanley Cup finals.
ASIRT not recommending charges against police in death of drug user’s baby
The report said she was brought to the Lloydminster RCMP detachment and booked into cells. It said a prisoner report was drawn up, without detailing her potential pregnancy.
Canada Strong pass expected to help fuel another booming tourism season in Banff
While Ottawa's renewal of the Canada Strong pass for another year is expected to fuel another boom in visitors to Banff, concerns are also being raised about overtourism.
New research says Canada needs to do more to address growing electricity demand
A new report says Canada needs to do more to increase electricity production as population and industrial demand is expected to increase.
Edmonton students submit designs for standalone Stollery Children’s Hospital
Students at an Edmonton elementary school are showing off their designs of what new hospital rooms at the standalone Stollery Children's Hospital could look like.
South Asian extortion investigation in Alberta leads to 2 men deported from Canada
The Edmonton Police Service said it began to see a small resurgence in alleged extortion incidents after Project Gaslight concluded in 2024.
RCMP search MHCare, company linked to Alberta health corruption probe
MHCare Medical, a medical supply company caught up in allegations of corruption involving Alberta surgical contracts, had its office in Edmonton searched by the RCMP.
Suspicious Garneau infill fire spews thick, black smoke across Edmonton
Thick, black smoke could be seen across the city from the blaze at 85 Avenue and 108 Street, where a property under construction caught fire Thursday afternoon.
Supreme Court of Canada to hear challenge of Ottawa’s firearms ban
A not-for-profit advocacy organization, firearm owners, businesses, hunters, and recreational and sport shooters have appealed lower court rulings that upheld the ban.
Grandmother hopes RCMP find missing infant granddaughter’s body
In January, RCMP delivered heart-wrenching news: Andrea Egotik's daughter had been killed and her granddaughter was missing. Months later, the baby still hasn't been found.
Deportation of extortion suspects welcome news to Alberta’s South Asian community
Members of Alberta's South Asian community are welcoming news that two men, believed to be related to crimes of extortion targeting the community, have been deported.
Boosting oil production could ramp up Canada’s GDP and jobs, study suggests
Canada may have the ability to substantially raise its GDP and add thousands of new jobs by building more oil pipeline infrastructure, a new study suggests.
Alberta government closing Calgary, Lethbridge supervised drug consumption sites
The government of Alberta says the controversial supervised consumption sites in Calgary and Lethbridge will be closing down at the end of June.
Avalanche Canada warns of ‘extreme’ danger in parts of southern Alberta and B.C.
Avalanche Canada is warning of very dangerous avalanche conditions in a large swath of southern Alberta and British Columbia and is recommending people stay out of the backcountry.
CFIA says it’s handed out $47K in fines for ‘misleading’ Product of Canada labels
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says it’s handed out $47,000 in fines since last April over 'misleading' Product of Canada labels.
Florida Panthers keep beating on Edmonton Oilers
It doesn't matter how their own season has gone this year, the Florida Panthers weren't going to miss out on a chance to cause the Edmonton Oilers further misery.
Kucherov shines for Lightning in win over Oilers
Nikita Kucherov had two goals and two assists to move two points ahead of Connor McDavid for the league scoring lead as the Tampa Bay Lightning won their third game in a row, defeating the Edmonton Oilers 5-2 on Saturday.