Northern Alberta community frustrated with what it calls roadblocks to new housing
November 30, 2023
The CRDAC said it has not been able to expedite the process despite its best effort at working with the municipality.
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Henry Kissinger, former U.S. secretary of state, dead at 100
November 30, 2023
Kissinger, a controversial Nobel Peace Prize winner, had a hand in many of the epoch-changing global events of the 1970s while serving under Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford.
Calgary school resource officer program gets dozens of recommendations for improvement
November 30, 2023
After two and a half years of hearing from students, parents, teachers and community members, police found SROs have “general positive support."
Burning vehicle on remote road leads to recovery of stolen property, valued at $20K
November 30, 2023
Salmon Arm RCMP say a call came in Wednesday morning of a motorhome on a forest service road was fully engulfed in flames.
Sentencing hearing begins for woman who attempted murder in B.C. courtroom
November 30, 2023
On the day of the attack, Shen entered the court carrying the two weapons in her purse. Bag checks and metal detector screenings are not standard at the courthouse.
‘Complete overreaction’: B.C. mom shocked at damage after police stormed home to arrest son
November 30, 2023
Last weekend, B.C. RCMP say they were called to an incident near Hedley, where a man was arrested for carelessly using a firearm.
Hike in Kelowna property taxes part of city’s 2024 budget deliberations
November 30, 2023
Among the many items is a proposed 4.7 per cent bump. Budget deliberations are scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 7.
B.C. negotiates workaround to allow St. Paul’s Hospital patients to access MAiD
November 30, 2023
St. Paul's Hospital, which is operated by the Catholic organization Providence Health, refuses to offer MAiD due to faith-based objections.
What is biomass? The latest fuel source to get clean tech tax credits
November 26, 2023
Canada plans on expanding its clean technology and electricity tax credits to biomass fuel, which is most commonly made from waste from lumber operations.
Greater Vancouver’s first ‘booze-free bottle shop and beverage room’ opens
November 26, 2023
A beverage business and bar has opened in Port Coquitlam that offers the largest selection of non-alcoholic drinks in the Lower Mainland.
Halttunen’s first career hat trick helps London Knights finish road trip with 9-3 win
November 26, 2023
The London Knights scored seven second-period goals in a whopper of a win over the Colts in Barrie, Ont., on Saturday.
Caught on video: Tractor flips during police chase in Surrey
November 26, 2023
Surrey RCMP said one person is in custody after a police chase involving a tractor on 176 Street over Highway 1 Saturday.
Ukrainian refugees in Okanagan facing another Christmas away from home
November 26, 2023
'I arrived with my daughter and with my husband,' said Ukrainian refugee Yuliia Halaktinova, who came to B.C., in 2022. 'But my son is now in Ukraine. I worry about it.'
Call of the Wilde: Los Angeles Kings dominate Montreal Canadiens
November 26, 2023
In a 4-0 loss to the Kings in Los Angeles Saturday, Canadiens' goaltending must be pointed out, because there simply was nothing else to like in the game - except that it is over.
Okanagan society seeking help for its Light Up A Life campaign
November 26, 2023
The South Okanagan Women In Need Society says it needs help filling 50 backpacks for those experiencing homelessness.
West Vancouver city council lets the dogs out for Seawalk access
November 26, 2023
Saturday marked the first weekend that four-legged furry family members were allowed to join their owners for a walk along the seawall in West Vancouver.
Regina mistletoe market gives shoppers chance to buy local, fight inflation
November 26, 2023
The RCMP Heritage Centre in Regina hosted it’s first ever mistletoe market Saturday, featuring local products and vendors with a wide variety of holiday décor and gifts.
Alberta to invoke Sovereignty Act against Ottawa’s Clean Energy Regulations
November 26, 2023
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith confirmed the her plan to invoke the Sovereignty Act on Your Province Your Premier on Saturday.
Edmonton Oilers come back from two-goal deficit to beat Kraken
November 16, 2023
The Edmonton Oilers secured a third straight win on Wednesday night, beating the Seattle Kraken on home ice to close out a two-game home stand.
Former grand chief Dumas files counter-lawsuit, denies sexual assault allegations against him
November 16, 2023
A former Manitoba grand chief who was removed from his position over sexual assault allegations is fighting back.
Vancouver axes parking minimums for projects in West End, Broadway Plan zone
November 16, 2023
Starting next year, developments in the city's West End and the Broadway Plan area will no longer have to include a minimum number of parking spots.
Calgarians question event centre spending as council mulls proposed tax increase
November 16, 2023
City officials said the money for Calgary's new event centre is already accounted for and is unrelated to the potential increase to property taxes.
World’s most advanced exoskeleton developed in B.C.
November 16, 2023
The exoskeleton, known as XoMotion, took decades to research and design and is the product of an SFU spin-off company, Human in Motion Robotics (HMR).
Witnesses help track down suspect after life-threatening north Edmonton stabbing
November 16, 2023
A man was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries after an apparent stabbing at a north Edmonton grocery store, police said.
Lillard, Bucks dominate Raptors 128-112
November 16, 2023
The Toronto Raptors paid a steep price for their rough start Wednesday night.
3 men involved in violent glasses robbery on Toronto subway: police
November 16, 2023
Toronto police are looking for three six-foot-tall men, two aged 25 to 30 and another 30 to 35 years old.
New lawsuit alleges abuse by convicted offender Graham James, says Manitoba school division knew
November 16, 2023
A new lawsuit against convicted sex offender Graham James and the St. James-Assiniboia School Division was filed on Nov. 7, shedding light on new allegations.
Bighill, Schoen miss practice for Winnipeg Blue Bombers ahead of Grey Cup
November 16, 2023
Six players on the Blue Bombers missed their first full practice of Grey Cup week including both Adam Bighill and Dalton Schoen.
Video captures arrest of man accused of trying to disarm Burnaby RCMP officer
November 16, 2023
Police allege the man was attempting to get into vehicles before trying to take an officer's gun and initiating a physical fight.
Justin Trudeau won’t say if Canada will designate the IRGC a terrorist organization
November 16, 2023
Critics of the Islamic Republic of Iran are calling on the Canadian government to list Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) as a terrorist organization.
Anti-vax soldier’s actions were close to ‘mutiny,’ B.C. court martial hears
November 16, 2023
A reservist's fight against Canada's COVID-19 vaccine mandate for members of the Armed Forces came close to mutiny a court martial in British Columbia heard Wednesday.
‘Deadpool’ star Ryan Reynolds inducted into Order of British Columbia
November 16, 2023
Ryan Reynolds is the newest member of the Order of British Columbia.
Lethbridge Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods unit aims to curb crime
November 16, 2023
Community safety is the focus of a new branch of Lethbridge crime fighters: a six-member Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods or SCAN unit.
Geotechnical drilling underway at Kin Race Track lands in North Okanagan
November 16, 2023
Geotechnical drilling got underway Wednesday and will continue through Thursday.
Edmonton pharmacies facing shortages of common drugs: ‘It’s frightening’
November 16, 2023
Pharmacies are dealing with a shortage of medications high in demand like Ozempic and codeine. One Edmonton pharmacist says in her 23-year career it has never been this bad.
Vernon residents express concerns over closure of last remaining walk-in clinic
November 16, 2023
According to Interior Health and the operators of the clinic, the closure is not due to a lack of physicians, but rather a need for more support staff.
Initiative pushes to rebrand Alberta NDP: ‘Winning is more important than nostalgia’
November 16, 2023
The grassroots group of NDP members feel the party should rebrand and distance itself from its federal counterpart, after door-knocking feedback during the provincial election.
City of Edmonton gives end-of-season construction update
November 16, 2023
In 2023, the City of Edmonton worked on more than 200 projects worth around $1 billion.