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Alberta names provincial police force, appoints former Calgary officer as first chief

Alberta names provincial police force, appoints former Calgary officer as first chief

Premier Danielle Smith says former deputy Calgary police chief Sat Parhar has been tapped to lead the new force, which the province will call the Alberta Sheriffs Police Service.
Former United Conservative MLAs resuscitating Alberta's once-dominant PC Party

Former United Conservative MLAs resuscitating Alberta's once-dominant PC Party

Two former members of Alberta's governing United Conservative Party are resuscitating the province's once-dominant Progressive Conservative Party.
Alberta women buck tradition and blaze their own trail in ranch bronc riding

Alberta women buck tradition and blaze their own trail in ranch bronc riding

In the world of rodeo, ranch bronc riding is offering women a new arena to showcase their skills and courage. From beginners to seasoned riders, women across Alberta are finding empowerment and adrenaline in this challenging sport.
Hundreds of wildfires continue to burn different parts of Canada

Hundreds of wildfires continue to burn different parts of Canada

In Alberta, firefighting crews continue to combat over 67 wildfires, with 18 of them designated as out of control.
This woman's place is in the boiler room

This woman's place is in the boiler room

Tammy Herrick reflects on her career as first woman power engineer in northern Alberta
Alberta invests $6 million to support Indigenous-led tourism

Alberta invests $6 million to support Indigenous-led tourism

Alberta's tourism sector is booming, reaching a record $14.4 billion in visitor spending last year, with Indigenous-led tourism playing a vital role in this success.
Alberta man extradited to United States in connection with mail fraud awaiting trial

Alberta man extradited to United States in connection with mail fraud awaiting trial

An Alberta man is facing conspiracy and mail fraud charges in the United States after allegedly running a mail scam that targeted vulnerable American seniors.
Alberta government seeking advice to tackle classroom violence, aggression

Alberta government seeking advice to tackle classroom violence, aggression

Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides says a team of 20 education system officials and teachers will develop potential policy options and solutions over the next six months.
Made-in-Athabasca wildfire water cannon makes a splash

Made-in-Athabasca wildfire water cannon makes a splash

The HydroDome 1000, built in Athabasca, could change fire season in Alberta for communities, private industry
Major projects bill draws criticism from area MPs despite support

Major projects bill draws criticism from area MPs despite support

Arnold Viersen and Shannon Stubbs warn of government overreach, say Bill C-5 isn’t enough to address Canada’s concerns
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