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Calgary mayoralty candidate, pastor both released after alleged COVID-19 violations

Calgary mayoralty candidate, pastor both released after alleged COVID-19 violations

CALGARY — A Calgary mayoralty candidate and a pastor who were both arrested for allegedly violating COVID-19 laws over the weekend were released from custody Monday pending future court appearances. Calgary police allege Kevin J.
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Ottawa 'concerned' as Centerra reports Kyrgyz government taking control of gold mine

Ottawa 'concerned' as Centerra reports Kyrgyz government taking control of gold mine

CALGARY — Canadian miner Centerra Gold Inc. says the Kyrgyz Republic is moving to install external management at its Kumtor gold mine in the Central Asian country after "effectively seizing control" of the operation over the weekend.
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Oilsands firms expected to spur $60 billion in cash flow over two years: analyst

Oilsands firms expected to spur $60 billion in cash flow over two years: analyst

CALGARY — A group of five large Canadian oilsands companies are expected to generate about $60 billion in net cash flow over the next two years and spend only half of it on dividends and capital expenditures, leaving the rest for debt repayment and s
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Former federal cabinet minister Amarjeet Sohi enters race for Edmonton mayor

Former federal cabinet minister Amarjeet Sohi enters race for Edmonton mayor

EDMONTON — A former federal Liberal cabinet minister has thrown his name into the race to be Edmonton's next mayor. Amarjeet Sohi, who has also served as an Edmonton city councillor, made the announcement Monday on Facebook.
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Youth accused in Calgary police officer's death chooses trial by judge and jury

Youth accused in Calgary police officer's death chooses trial by judge and jury

CALGARY — A trial date is to be set next month for an 18-year-old man charged as a young offender in the hit-and-run death of a Calgary police officer. The accused is charged with first-degree murder in the New Year's Eve death of Sgt.
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Women's hockey star Danielle Goyette joins Wickenheiser on Toronto Maple Leafs staff

Women's hockey star Danielle Goyette joins Wickenheiser on Toronto Maple Leafs staff

CALGARY — Canadian women's hockey veteran Danielle Goyette has been named director of player development for the NHL's Toronto Maple Leafs and their American Hockey League affiliate.
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Whitecap Resources shares rise on dividend bump, buyback renewal, acquisition close

Whitecap Resources shares rise on dividend bump, buyback renewal, acquisition close

CALGARY — Shares in oilpatch consolidator Whitecap Resources Inc. are on the rise after it closed its acquisition of Kicking Horse Oil & Gas earlier than expected and raised its dividend by eight per cent.
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Pastor, candidate under restraining order arrested for allegedly breaking COVID laws

CALGARY — A Calgary mayoral candidate who is under a restraining order and a pastor both face charges for allegedly violating COVID-19 laws over the weekend. The Calgary Police Service alleges Kevin J.
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Big third period lifts Vancouver Canucks to 4-1 victory over Edmonton Oilers

Big third period lifts Vancouver Canucks to 4-1 victory over Edmonton Oilers

EDMONTON — Vancouver Canucks goalie Thatcher Demko added to an already deep collection of highlight reel-worthy saves on Saturday.
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'It was a going concern': Remaining bar and hotel in Alberta coal ghost town for sale

'It was a going concern': Remaining bar and hotel in Alberta coal ghost town for sale

WAYNE, Alta. — Built during the First World War, it survived the Great Depression, the Second World War and the closure of coal mines in the 1950s. Now the historic Last Chance Saloon in the ghost town of Wayne in southern Alberta is up for sale.
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