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Weekly Digest Edmonton Mar 23 - Mar 29, 2026

Lingguhang Buod: Edmonton (Marso 23–29, 2026)

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  1. Si Connor McDavid ay nag‑score ng 1 goal at 2 assists na nag‑panalo sa Oilers 4-2 laban sa Ducks (28 Mar 2026); mayroon na siyang 42 goals ngayong season at muling nangunguna sa puntos ng NHL.
  2. Pumirma ang Oilers ng 2‑taong entry‑level contract kay defenceman Tomas Cibulka — magsisimula sa susunod na season.
  3. Inaprubahan ng Edmonton ang bagong derelict commercial tax subclass para piliting ayusin o baguhin ng may‑ari ang bakanteng negosyo; posibleng pagtaas ng buwis hanggang 57%, at mga notice maaaring lumabas sa loob ng ~2 taon.
  4. Isang tagapayo ng Alberta PM para sa konstitusyonal na usapin ang humihikayat sa mga taga‑Alberta na pumirma sa petisyon para sa referendum sa hiwalayan; kailangan ang ~178,000 pirma bago Mayo.
  5. Sinabi ni PM Mark Carney na ang posibleng referendum ng Alberta "maaaring makaapekto" sa kumpiyansa ng mga mamumuhunan; nagpapatuloy ang usapan sa energy cooperation.
  6. Rekomendasyon ng Electoral Boundaries Commission: dagdag na 2 ridings sa Alberta (mula 87 hanggang 89 MLAs) at pagbabago ng mga hangganan, kasama bagong mga pangalan sa Calgary at Edmonton.
  7. Mahigit 25 health‑care practitioners sa Edmonton tutol sa panukalang batas na maglilimita ng MAID sa mga malapit nang mamatay (12 buwan), sabi magiging dahilan ng walang kinakailangang pagdurusa.
  8. Natuklasan na nilabag ni Service Alberta Minister Dale Nally ang election law sa pag‑access ng confidential electors list; walang parusa pero binigyan ng payo.
  9. Inaresto sa PEI at dinala sa Edmonton si John Angus Joseph MacArthur (47), inakusahan ng second‑degree murder at indignity to a body sa pagkamatay ni Marika “Mika” Sutton (29); mga petsa ng pangyayari: huling nakita noong Agosto 2025.
  10. Inaresto si William McMullin (56) sa Edmonton, inakusahan ng paglalasing/sexual assault ng mga babae na nakasalamuha sa dating apps.
  11. Dalawang lalaki inaresto kaugnay ng pagpatay kay dentist Mai Diab (59) sa St. Albert; bangkay natagpuan matapos ang sunog sa bahay noong 19 Peb.
  12. Sa drive‑by shooting sa QEII (14 Mar), napatay si Birinder Singh (22); arestado ang 18‑taong gulang na suspect Jimmy Gassner, sinisingil ng second‑degree murder.
  13. Inabisuhan ang Where It’s at Country Daycare sa Ardrossan ng termination ng lease (20 Mar), iniwan ang ~30 pamilya na nanghihina kung saan ilalagay ang mga bata.
  14. Musluk na tubig Edmonton may malakas na amoy ng chlorine dahil sa spring runoff; EPCOR nagsabing ligtas uminom at posibleng bumaba ang amoy sa 3–5 araw.
  15. Apat ang namatay sa magkahiwalay na avalanches sa North B.C.; tatlo ay heli‑skiers sa Mount Knauss at iniimbestigahan ng BC Coroners Service.
  16. Kwento ni Brandon Loney: matinding sakit at delay sa diagnosis (Tarlov cyst), nagpa‑MRI na sa pribadong clinic matapos makatanggap ng donasyon, ngunit naghihintay ng espesyalista.
  17. WildfireScore app: sinusukat ang panganib ng wildfire para sa mga ari‑arian sa Canada 1–5 at nag‑ooffer ng 30‑year probability report ($20) — kapaki‑pakinabang sa may‑ari ng bahay.
  18. Calgarians: nag‑anunsyo ang lungsod ng malaking milestone sa pag‑ayos ng Bearspaw feeder main; ipinapadaloy na ang tubig nang dahan‑dahan pero wala pang petsa kung kailan matatapos ang water restrictions.
  19. Presyo ng diesel tumaas malaki (hal. ~$2.30/L), pinalalala ng digma sa Iran — puwede magtaas ng gastos sa paghahatid at makaabala sa supply chains.
  20. "Tyra" — ang 25‑metre T. rex sa Drumheller — kailangan ng initial repair ~$154,000 ngunit report nagsabing ligtas at magagamit hanggang 2029; humahataw ng ~150,000 bisita/taon.
  21. James Hjelmeland (31) mula sa Red Deer sinentensiyahan ng 17 taon sa US para sa child‑sex offences pagkatapos mahuli sa isang sting.
  22. Negosyo sa hilagang‑kanluran ng Edmonton (170 St & 129 Ave) humahabol ng solusyon sa dekadang problema ng pag‑tuloy ng tubig; EPCOR nagsisiyasat at may nalamang naka‑bara na culvert sa pribadong lupa.
  23. RCMP nagsagawa ng search warrants sa bahay ng dating Calgary mayor Jyoti Gondek at ng coun. Andre Chabot bilang bahagi ng isang korapsyon‑related probe; kanila sinabing kooperatibo sila.

Source Articles (50)

Alberta family gets back $40K from dealership after new truck seized for being stolen

After Global News reported on an Alberta family who found out their new truck from a Ponoka dealership had previously been reported stolen, the business refunded their money.

Consumer Mar 23, 2026

Wetaskiwin officials remain tight-lipped over decision to ban mayor from city hall

City of Wetaskiwin officials have issued a statement on the decision to ban Mayor Joe Branco from city hall — but it does little to clarify the ongoing situation.

Canada Mar 23, 2026

Alberta promises faster approvals for major projects

Alberta's UCP government says it is bringing forward legislation to streamline major project approvals. If passed, the province says it would set a 120-day approval timeline.

Canada Mar 23, 2026

Spring runoff causing funky water with strong chlorine smell in Edmonton

EPCOR says a big increase in spring runoff organics showed up late last week, leading to increased disinfectant chemical use — but tape water remains safe to drink and use.

Environment Mar 23, 2026

4 people die in different northern B.C. avalanches on Sunday

Three heli-skiers were killed when they were caught in an avalanche on the Iridium Shoulder ski run on Mount Knauss, north of Terrace.

Environment Mar 23, 2026

Nearly half of Black women in Canada delay health care over fears of racism: Survey

A new national survey reveals nearly half of Black women in Canada delay or avoid health care, citing racism, dismissal and fear of how they’ll be treated.

Perspectives Mar 24, 2026

Wetaskiwin mayor remains barred from city hall as public demands answers

Wetaskiwin councillors are considering hiring a contractor to help them address public backlash, as rumours swirl over why the mayor has been banned from city hall since January.

Politics Mar 24, 2026

Lethbridge firefighter-EMS concerned about potential service provider changes

Emergency Health Services Alberta is looking at possibly changing who provides ambulance care in Lethbridge and other communities if certain funding isn't met.

Health Mar 24, 2026

Albertans’ interest in alternative forms of travel growing as fuel prices spike

Electric vehicles and RVs are just a few of the purchases Albertans are considering as a way to combat the soaring costs of commuting and traveling caused by spiking oil prices.

Money Mar 24, 2026

Warrants executed at homes of former Calgary mayor, current councillor

Former mayor Jyoti Gondek and current city councillor Andre Chabot both said RCMP showed up at their homes with search warrants and seized their cellphones, but don't know why.

Crime Mar 24, 2026

Alberta’s ‘infamous’ golden cat statue sparks legislature hissing match

A statue of a golden feline can be seen in the background of a picture sent out by Premier Danielle Smith’s office on social media and has since become a popular meme.

Politics Mar 24, 2026

Canada discusses Keystone XL revival with Trump administration officials

Canadian and American government officials discussed a proposed revival of the canceled Keystone XL oil pipeline during a meeting in Houston, Tx. this week.

Economy Mar 24, 2026

Calgary man arrested for alleged child sex offences

ALERT's Internet Child Exploitation unit has charged a Calgary man with a list of child sex offences after he is alleged to have lured them into sharing sexual content online.

Crime Mar 24, 2026

ATCO investing $10M in company building Nunavut port-and-road project

ATCO said it's making the investment in West Kitikmeot Resources, which is developing a deepwater port on the Northwest Passage, an all-season road to NWT and an airstrip.

Money Mar 24, 2026

RCMP arrest and charge 18-year-old in QEII drive-by shooting that killed driver

Alberta RCMP have arrested an 18-year-old man and charged him with second-degree murder following a brazen daylight shooting on the QEII near Leduc earlier this month.

Crime Mar 24, 2026

Fraser rejects call from 4 premiers to appoint judges approved by the provinces

Four premiers are jointly calling on the federal government to give them more of a say in judges who are appointed to their superior and appeal courts.

Politics Mar 24, 2026

Spike in cost of diesel threatens consumer wallets, global supply chain: experts

While the spike in the price of gasoline is squeezing consumer budgets, the skyrocketing price of diesel could soon have consumers digging even deeper into their pocket.

Consumer Mar 25, 2026

Final 4 petition efforts to recall United Conservatives fall short

Petitioners didn't gather enough signatures to recall Justice Minister Mickey Amery, and MLAs Justin Wright, Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk and Ron Wiebe, Elections Alberta said.

Politics Mar 25, 2026

‘Passing the buck’: Edmonton business deals with decades-long drainage problem

The store's owner says last week, a car drove through the water without knowing how deep it was. The car died. Two vehicles are also stuck in the frozen pool.

Canada Mar 25, 2026

Former premier Jason Kenney to participate in Alberta separatism debates

Jason Kenney is taking up the Canadian cause as he's set to participate in two debates about Alberta separatism, against a lawyer pushing for the province to go its own way.

Politics Mar 25, 2026

Alberta committee backs Phillip Peters to replace Doug Wylie as auditor general

Phillip Peters is currently the general counsel and ethics officer at the Alberta auditor general's office, and he previously worked for the justice ministry as a tax lawyer.

Politics Mar 25, 2026

Didsbury passes bylaw to ban decorative flags, crosswalks from government land

Didsbury has passed a public spaces neutrality bylaw, restricting the Alberta community to flying only government flags and maintaining standardized road and crosswalk markings.

Perspectives Mar 25, 2026

Calgary hit by unexpected blast of spring snow, causing dozens of crashes

It appears many Calgarians were caught off guard by a sudden and heavy spring snowstorm that blanketed the city during the busy Wednesday morning rush hour.

Traffic Mar 25, 2026

Edmonton man accused of drugging, sexually assaulting women from dating apps

William McMullin, 56, is charged with sexual assault, voyeurism, intimidation, unlawful confinement, administering a stupefying substance, criminal harassment and more in Edmonton.

Crime Mar 25, 2026

2 men charged in targeted killing of St. Albert woman: Alberta RCMP

Investigators with the RCMP major crimes unit have charged two men in connection with the killing of a woman whose body was found following a house fire in St. Albert last month.

Crime Mar 25, 2026

Granlund leads Ducks past Flames 3-2 in OT

Mikael Granlund capped off his hat trick scoring on the power play with one second remaining in overtime on Thursday to give the Anaheim Ducks a 3-2 victory over the Calgary Flames.

Sports Mar 27, 2026

Another oil pipeline through B.C. sees renewed interest as Enbridge CEO weighs in

The CEO of Canadian pipeline giant Enbridge said on Bloomberg Television that the investment climate is not there yet, but it is starting to clear up.

Politics Mar 26, 2026

Families scrambling after Ardrossan daycare lease terminated: ‘Gut punch’

The Ardrossan daycare offers year-round services and outdoor programs. Around 30 families are currently registered, and more are waiting — but they'll all have to be turned away.

Canada Mar 26, 2026

Alberta man to spend 17 years in prison on child sex charges after Florida arrest

31-year-old James Hjelmeland of Red Deer has been sentenced to 17 years in an American prison after being arrested during a child sex sting operation in Florida.

Crime Mar 26, 2026

Alberta Electoral Boundaries Commission recommends more ridings, boundary changes

The final report of the Alberta Electoral Boundaries Commission recommends two new electoral ridings be created in Alberta that would increase the number of MLAs to 89.

Politics Mar 26, 2026

Fix up or fork out: Edmonton to hike taxes on neglected business properties

Under the new tax subclass targeting derelict commercial buildings, owners could see a jump in their taxes by up to 57 per cent if they don't fix up or demolish them.

Canada Mar 26, 2026

Alberta legislation to come imposing provincewide code of conduct for local councils

Municipal Affairs Minister Dan Williams says he'll propose legislation to bring third-party oversight to ethics complaints in an effort to prevent abuses and boost public trust.

Politics Mar 26, 2026

Canadian army plans to boost activity at Alberta’s massive CFB Suffield: commander

The commander of the Canadian Army says there will be more activity at CFB Suffield this summer as Canadian and UK forces take part in training and testing of new technology.

World Mar 26, 2026

Alberta moves to implement interprovincial pact to ease trade rules on consumer goods

The agreement doesn't apply to alcohol, cannabis, food, live animals, tobacco or plants, and it lets provinces maintain certain restrictions on items for health and safety reasons.

Consumer Mar 26, 2026

Price surge from Trans Mountain expansion highlights need for new pipelines: MEI

The average price-gap between light U.S. and heavy Alberta crude blends narrowed by 37.5 per cent between 18-month lead-up to TMXs completion and the 18 months that followed.

Canada Mar 26, 2026

Beloved Drumheller T. rex tourist draw has issues but far from extinct: Report

A structural checkup on Tyra the Tyrannosaurus has determined she's retaining water, has breathing issues, a fever and wrinkles — but is otherwise far from extinct.

Entertainment Mar 26, 2026

Realtors say Calgary’s real estate market is now attracting a new kind of buyer

Calgary realtors say the recent softening of the city's real estate market is enticing a lot more potential first-time buyers to enter the market.

General Mar 27, 2026

Albertan in perpetual pain amid diagnosis delays demands change: ‘Just want my life back’

After months of unanswered questions and worsening pain that's left him unable to work, an Alberta man with a rare spine condition is demanding change to the health-care system.

Health Mar 27, 2026

Recently launched app rates wildfire risk for properties across Canada

A program calculating wildfire risks for properties is available. It hopes to keep Canadians informed on the effects of the increasing fire possibility in their area.

Environment Mar 27, 2026

Alberta premier’s constitutional affairs lead supports separatist petition

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's parliamentary secretary for constitutional affairs is encouraging Albertans to sign a petition calling for a vote on separation from Canada.

General Mar 27, 2026

Alberta MAID limits would lead to suffering, signal lack of trust: practitioners

The doctors, psychiatrists and others that work in the medical assistance in dying program have signed a statement saying they strongly oppose Alberta's planned restrictions.

Politics Mar 27, 2026

Service Alberta Minister Dale Nally breached election law, investigation finds

An investigation by Elections Alberta concluded that Service Alberta Minister Dale Nally violated provincial election laws but the file was closed without Nally being penalized.

Politics Mar 27, 2026

City of Calgary reaches major milestone in repairs to Bearspaw feeder main

The City of Calgary says repair work to reinforce nine damaged sections of the Bearspaw South Feeder Main has been completed and the pipe will now be refilled with water.

Health Mar 27, 2026

Ottawa to contribute $29M to carbon capture, renewable energy projects

The money is coming from Canada's Energy Innovation Program, which the federal government says promotes clean tech and looks to keep Canadian energy reliable and competitive.

Canada Mar 27, 2026

Edmonton police accuse PEI man of killing woman he was dating, dumping body in central Alberta

A man was arrested in the Maritimes and accused of killing a woman who has been missing from Edmonton since last summer, whom police said he was in an intimate relationship with.

Crime Mar 27, 2026

Alberta referendum ‘can have an effect’ on investor confidence, Carney says

When asked whether he thought an Alberta referendum could impact investor confidence, Carney said, 'It can, yeah. It can have an effect.'

Canada Mar 27, 2026

Edmonton community leaders hope new derelict commercial tax leads to revitalization

Edmonton community leaders in Alberta Avenue and other inner-city neighbourhoods are breathing a sigh of relief after council decided to get tough on derelict business properties.

Canada Mar 27, 2026

Oilers sign defenceman Tomas Cibulka

The Edmonton Oilers have signed defenceman Tomas Cibulka to a two-year entry-level contract, the NHL club announced Friday.

Sports Mar 27, 2026

McDavid’s three points lead Oilers over Ducks

Connor McDavid had a goal and two assists to regain the NHL scoring lead as the Edmonton Oilers made a move up the Pacific Division standings, holding on to defeat the Anaheim Ducks 4-2 on Saturday.

Sports Mar 28, 2026

Former PM Joe Clark’s boyhood home hits the market for less than $1 million

A historic Alberta home once owned by former prime minister Joe Clark’s family has been listed for sale, offering a blend of heritage charm for history lovers.

Canada Mar 28, 2026