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Fundraising questions raised as Kenney, UCP delegates prepare for annual meeting

Fundraising questions raised as Kenney, UCP delegates prepare for annual meeting

EDMONTON — Two legislature members are asking Alberta’s chief electoral officer to investigate allegations of potential fundraising violations tied to this weekend's annual meeting of Premier Jason Kenney’s United Conservative Party.
Alberta announces $21.5 million to aid homeless, other vulnerable residents

Alberta announces $21.5 million to aid homeless, other vulnerable residents

EDMONTON — The Alberta government says it will boost spending to help those experiencing homelessness, a population that has surged during the COVID-19 pandemic. Premier Jason Kenney announced $21.
Empty shelves, higher prices expected as B.C. floods disrupt supply chains

Empty shelves, higher prices expected as B.C. floods disrupt supply chains

CALGARY — Catastrophic flooding in British Columbia has crippled rail lines and washed out essential highways, making it likely that Canadian consumers will face higher prices and shortages of in-demand items in the months to come.
Canada in uncharted territory, atop CONCACAF World Cup qualifying with 6 more games

Canada in uncharted territory, atop CONCACAF World Cup qualifying with 6 more games

EDMONTON — Canada finds itself in uncharted territory in its quest for a berth in the FIFA 2022 Qatar World Cup — alone in top spot of CONCACAF's final round of qualifying with six games to go.
The Iceteca: Canada beats Mexico 2-1 in Edmonton chill

The Iceteca: Canada beats Mexico 2-1 in Edmonton chill

EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — In the chill of what was dubbed “Iceteca Stadium," Canada beat Mexico in a World Cup qualifier for the first time since 1976.
Larin scores twice to lift Canada to 2-1 win over Mexico, and into top spot in group

Larin scores twice to lift Canada to 2-1 win over Mexico, and into top spot in group

EDMONTON — When Cyle Larin showed up in Edmonton ahead of Canada’s World Cup qualifying matches against Costa Rica and Mexico, he was so sick that he couldn’t eat.
Kenney backbencher delivers blunt warning on ignoring party member concerns

Kenney backbencher delivers blunt warning on ignoring party member concerns

EDMONTON — A United Conservative backbencher is delivering a blunt warning to Alberta Premier Jason Kenney that his party is in trouble and needs to heed the growing concerns of its members.
Alberta proposes bill to overhaul, publicize teacher discipline and decisions

Alberta proposes bill to overhaul, publicize teacher discipline and decisions

EDMONTON — Alberta is proposing legislation to make public the names and case details of teachers disciplined for unprofessional conduct or incompetence.
New ultra-low-cost carrier, Lynx Air, will launch from Calgary

New ultra-low-cost carrier, Lynx Air, will launch from Calgary

CALGARY — A new Canadian airline announced its planned launch Tuesday, joining an increasingly crowded field of carriers jockeying for budget-minded travellers as the country emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Flair Airlines expands again with new service to Mexico

Flair Airlines expands again with new service to Mexico

CALGARY — Edmonton-based discount carrier Flair Airlines is expanding yet again, this time launching service to Mexico.
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