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Provincial Administrative Penalties Act changes rules for first-time impaired drivers

Provincial Administrative Penalties Act changes rules for first-time impaired drivers

Police will be able to hand out fines and suspensions; court dates reserved for more serious cases
Cochrane-based author's debut novel embraces grimdark fantasy

Cochrane-based author's debut novel embraces grimdark fantasy

A new book published by Cochrane-based author Shelly Campbell is sure to give you your dark fantasy fix.
Wild winter, drastic swings in store for Canada this year: Weather Network

Wild winter, drastic swings in store for Canada this year: Weather Network

Chief Meteorologist Chris Scott says this means most Canadians can brace for a wildly variable winter with major departures from seasonal norms.
COVID-19 vaccines will work if Canadians play their part, say U of A experts

COVID-19 vaccines will work if Canadians play their part, say U of A experts

Success of mass vaccination will hinge on people doing all they can to stay healthy through winter and getting immunized once vaccines arrive.
Real Talk With Men 2021 Calendar aims to end stigma

Real Talk With Men 2021 Calendar aims to end stigma

Innisfail, social agencies partner to spur talk of mental health issues
Ottawa extends rules and restrictions for travelers amid rising COVID-19 case counts

Ottawa extends rules and restrictions for travelers amid rising COVID-19 case counts

The federal government says it's extending a slew of travel restrictions and rules meant to curb the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic into the new year as case counts continue their steady rise across the country.
PM put all vaccine 'eggs' in one China basket, didn't consider other options: O'Toole

PM put all vaccine 'eggs' in one China basket, didn't consider other options: O'Toole

OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Erin O’Toole accused the Liberal government Sunday of putting too much emphasis on partnering with a Chinese company for a COVID-19 vaccine in what turned out to be a failed deal.
Canadian labour leader hopes Biden’s efforts pressure Canada on climate, jobs

Canadian labour leader hopes Biden’s efforts pressure Canada on climate, jobs

Canada accounts for almost half, or 48 per cent, of U.S. crude oil imports and over a fifth of U.S. refinery input.
European Tapeworm Spreads Through Alberta Coyote Population

European Tapeworm Spreads Through Alberta Coyote Population

EM spreads through our wildlife populations in a cycle between carnivores (such as coyotes and foxes) and rodents (such as mice and voles).
700 more Alberta peace officers to enforce COVID-19 rules

700 more Alberta peace officers to enforce COVID-19 rules

On Friday, the province announced an additional 1,227 COVID-19 cases.
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