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Severe hailstorm damages homes and vehicles in Claresholm

Residents and officials in southern Alberta begin cleanup after a powerful storm brought large hail and intense rain to the town.

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Calgary Flames sign five-year radio deal with Corus Entertainment

The NHL team moves broadcasts to QR Calgary 770 AM after Rogers shuts down Sportsnet 960 The Fan.

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Calgary Chinatown BIA Hosts Heritage Street Festival

The community celebration showcases the rich history and cultural heritage of Calgary's Chinatown district.

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Calgary Stampeders Receiver Dejon Brissett to Host Youth Camp

Wide receiver Dejon Brissett will lead a football clinic for local youth at McMahon Stadium.

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Alberta Early Childhood Educators Propose New Wage Grid

A non-profit representing 30,000 educators seeks a pay structure tied to education and experience to combat low wages.

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Yellowknife Residents Travel to Edmonton After Only Cinema Closes

Film fans are driving 1,500 km to Alberta to watch summer blockbusters following the closure of the Capitol Theatre.

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Jordan Martinook brings Stanley Cup to Leduc

The Carolina Hurricanes forward celebrated his championship victory with hundreds of fans in his Alberta hometown.

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Special Olympics Canada Summer Games Open in Medicine Hat

More than 1,700 athletes with intellectual disabilities gather in Alberta for national competition and inclusion.

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Lethbridge Art Project Transforms Downtown Storefront Shutters

A community initiative in Southern Alberta is converting blank roll-up security shutters into temporary public artworks.

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Experts warn of foreign interference threat in Canada

New federal rules aim to curb political interference as analysts highlight Alberta's vulnerability to foreign actors.

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Calgary Police Seize 18 Firearms, $58,500 in Drugs

Eight people were arrested following an 11-month investigation into an alleged organized-crime drug-trafficking ring.

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Calgary Police Charge Eight in Organized Crime Probe

Authorities seized 18 firearms and thousands of dollars in drugs following an 11-month investigation into a trafficking network.

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Yellowknife Residents Travel to Edmonton for Movies

Local film fans drive 1,500 km to see summer blockbusters following the closure of the Capitol Theatre.

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Water Main Break Leaves Calgary Businesses Without Service

A sinkhole formed on Bowness Road Saturday morning, cutting water access for approximately 20 local businesses.

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Calgary Training Centre Teaches Women Power Tool Use

A hands-on program in Alberta helps women gain autonomy in home improvement to reduce reliance on external contractors.

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Old Strathcona Residents Lobby for New Recreation Centre

Community members and an area councillor are urging Edmonton city officials to approve a dedicated facility for sports and youth programs.

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Cariwest Caribbean Festival Brings Music and Dance to Downtown Edmonton

Western Canada's largest Caribbean arts celebration transformed Jasper Avenue into a vibrant street party this weekend.

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Water main break causes sinkhole in Calgary's Bowness neighborhood

Dozens of homes and 20 businesses lost water service Saturday following a pipe rupture on Bowness Road N.W.

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Proposed $138M Recreation Centre Planned for South Edmonton

The Rollie Miles facility would feature a public pool and gym to replace the Scona Pool and address city overcrowding.

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Gran Tierra Energy reports Q2 profit, sells South American assets

The Calgary-based company posted a $25 million net income and signed a deal to sell operations in Colombia and Ecuador to Maurel & Prom.

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Tuberculosis outbreak spreads in Edmonton inner city

Alberta health officials report two new cases of the disease among the homeless population, though public risk remains low.

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Water main break creates sinkhole in Calgary's Bowness neighbourhood

Roughly 20 local businesses lost water service Saturday after a rupture collapsed a section of Bowness Road.

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Keelyn Stewart Leads Calgary Wild to First Win of Season

A late extra-time goal secured a 3-2 victory for the Calgary Wild over Vancouver Rise.

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Mark Kilam's Culture Shift Leads Edmonton Elks to CFL Top Spot

A focus on accountability and preparation has transformed the Edmonton Elks into league contenders within 19 months.

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Alberta Man Charged in Cattle Rustling and Document Forgery Case

An 18-year-old faces theft charges after RCMP probe reveals fraudulent paperwork used to sell stolen livestock in southern Alberta.

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Edmonton Transplant Centre First in Canada to Use XVIVO Kidney Transport

New technology preserves donor kidneys during shipment to reduce injury and accelerate patient recovery.

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Gibson Energy Reports Record Q2 2026 Infrastructure EBITDA

The Calgary-based energy firm cited strategic growth and operational performance in its latest quarterly results.

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Alberta Curler Learns Stone Manufacturing in Didsbury

Darren Mouling is training at one of only three curling stone production facilities in the world.

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Calgary Launches Enforcement Blitz Against Noisy Vehicles

City officials target 17 Avenue SW and the Beltline area following resident complaints regarding public health hazards.

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Pioneer Acres Museum Hosts Annual Steam Power Festival in Alberta

The three-day event in Irricana features rare engines and steam-powered tractors to raise funds for the museum.

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Calgary Targets Noisy Vehicles on 17th Avenue SW

Municipal authorities launch enforcement campaign to reduce excessive vehicle noise and improve neighborhood livability.

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Calgary Mayor Advances Lobbyist Registry and Water Restrictions

Mayor Jeromy Farkas pushes for transparency and budget cuts while preparing residents for upcoming water limitations.

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Canada Announces New Measures to Boost Domestic Defence Industry

Defence Minister David McGuinty unveils strategy to strengthen national security and sovereignty during Alberta visit.

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Edmonton Launches E-Scooter and E-Bike Pilot in Mill Woods

The city is testing new parking and safety measures to determine if shared micromobility can expand city-wide.

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Edmonton Floods While Calgary Remains Dry in July Weather Contrast

Alberta's two largest cities experienced different conditions in July 2024, with Edmonton seeing heavy rainfall.

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XORTX Therapeutics Board Member Anthony Giovinazzo Resigns

Director Anthony Giovinazzo stepped down from the Calgary-based company on July 31, 2026, citing personal reasons.

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Decorated WWII Veteran Bill Wilson Dies at 101

Navy Captain William Wilson, who participated in the D-Day landings, was one of Calgary's most decorated veterans.

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Black Diamond Group Reports Q2 2026 Earnings

The Calgary-based company saw revenue growth from rental and lodging services despite slower EBITDA growth following an acquisition.

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Cultural Overhaul Transforms Edmonton Elks into CFL Contenders

Head coach Mark Kilam has revitalized the team through a new focus on accountability and teamwork since his appointment.

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Bill Wilson, D-Day Veteran and Navy Captain, Dies at 101

Former Royal Canadian Navy captain helped found Alberta's naval museums and served during the Normandy landings.

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Baytex Energy Beats Q2 Expectations With $126.3 Million Net Income

The Calgary-based company raised its full-year production guidance after reporting adjusted earnings of $0.17 per share.

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TransAlta Reports C$291 Million Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2026

The company reported free cash flow of C$143 million amid softer electricity prices in Alberta.

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Calgary to Host First Canada Paints Plein Air Competition

Artists will gather at Fish Creek Provincial Park for the city's inaugural outdoor painting event.

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Edmonton Homeowners Report Property Erosion at Infill Sites

Heavy rain in the city's west end has caused construction excavations to collapse, damaging neighboring yards.

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Direct Energy Sets August Natural Gas Rates for Alberta

The default rate for customers in ATCO Gas territories will rise to $1.729 per GJ for the coming month.

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Alberta Deploys Detection Dogs to Find Invasive Mussels

Three specially trained dogs are patrolling waterways to protect ecosystems and infrastructure from invasive aquatic species.

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Alberta Deploys Detection Dogs to Combat Invasive Mussels

Two newly trained canines will assist watercraft inspectors in protecting provincial waterways from invasive species.

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Alberta Approves Expansion of Vista Coal Mine Near Hinton

Provincial regulators grant permits for Coalspur Ltd. project despite environmental concerns over local trout habitats.

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InterPro Acquires K&K Prairie Recycling Services

The acquisition of the Alberta-based scrap-metal recycler aims to bolster domestic steel production for Canada's energy sector.

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Cavvy Energy Locks In 2027 Sulphur Prices

The Calgary-based company secured a fixed-price agreement for 200,000 metric tonnes of sulphur to hedge against market volatility.

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TransAlta Reports Second-Quarter Profit in 2026

The Calgary-based energy company reversed a previous loss with a $35 million profit and increased revenue.

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Alberta Allows Adults to Pay for Private Medical Imaging Without Referrals

Residents can now self-refer for MRIs, CT scans, ultrasounds, and X-rays through private payment options.

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Saskatoon Mamba Defeat Calgary Surge in CEBL Season Finale

The Calgary Surge conclude their Canadian Elite Basketball League campaign with an 8-16 record following a final loss.

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Imperial Oil Reports Increased Q2 Profit on Higher Commodity Prices

The Calgary-based company saw net income rise to CAD 2.19 billion during the second quarter of 2026.

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Imperial Oil Declares Third-Quarter 2026 Dividend

The Calgary-based energy company will pay shareholders 87 cents per share in October.

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Alberta Adds Detection Dogs to Fight Invasive Mussels

The province recruits two new canines to join the search for invasive species across waterways and the Great Lakes region.

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TransAlta Reaffirms Guidance After Strong Second Quarter Results

The Calgary-based energy company reported operational strength despite a challenging market in Alberta.

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Lloydminster Non-Profit Launches Naloxone Training Amid Overdose Rise

Community services organization responds to an increase in fatal drug-toxicity deaths in the Alberta-Saskatchewan border city

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University of Lethbridge Researcher Studies Eureka Factor

Prof. Metz explores the underlying mechanisms of creativity and innovative thinking to understand how breakthroughs occur.

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Alberta Residents Protest Meta's $13 Billion AI Data Centre

Hundreds of protesters in Sturgeon County raise alarms over power demand and water use at the proposed facility.