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WestJet, mechanics union agree to tentative deal to avoid strike

WestJet, mechanics union agree to tentative deal to avoid strike

A potential strike between WestJet and its mechanics union appears to have been avoided.
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Defining Rachel: caucus members speak of the leader beyond the microphone’s reach

Defining Rachel: caucus members speak of the leader beyond the microphone’s reach

As the clock ticks down on her leadership, supporters of Rachel Notley speak of a devotion to diversity and inclusion, her relentless opposition to the governing UCP’s agenda, and the life she’s breathed into Alberta’s political dynamic. 
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Stunning owl photo taken by Albertan wins national award

Stunning owl photo taken by Albertan wins national award

This image will make you stop and stare for a minuite
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Jasper’s dark sky tourism could help combat light pollution: researchers

Jasper’s dark sky tourism could help combat light pollution: researchers

The study could help change the festival and the festival-goers' experience.
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'Flamingo car' drawing attention on Alberta roads

'Flamingo car' drawing attention on Alberta roads

On St. Albert roads, this car draws a lot of attention every summer.
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WestJet issues 72-hour lockout notice to mechanics union, prepares to reduce schedule

WestJet issues 72-hour lockout notice to mechanics union, prepares to reduce schedule

WestJet has issued a 72-hour lockout notice to the union representing its mechanics, and warns a work stoppage could happen as early as Tuesday.
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For nearly seven decades, Alberta has been winning the war on rats

For nearly seven decades, Alberta has been winning the war on rats

The quirky history of rat control in the province and how the little critters are still raising a ruckus in Calgary’s recycling facilities
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Abortion website created by B.C. woman to give Canadians a choice

Abortion website created by B.C. woman to give Canadians a choice

Canada's first interactive website aims to help people with their abortion options.
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2SLGBTQ+ youth organization shutting down in St. Albert

2SLGBTQ+ youth organization shutting down in St. Albert

Outloud, St. Albert's organization for supporting 2SLGBTQ+ youth, is closing due to a lack of adequate funding, says the board's president.
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Visiting Jasper? Paid parking in town is back for the high season

Visiting Jasper? Paid parking in town is back for the high season

Paid parking is back in downtown Jasper from May 1 to Oct. 31
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