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Premier Danielle Smith, Alberta Next panel to get feedback at third town hall

Premier Danielle Smith, Alberta Next panel to get feedback at third town hall

The premier has said one of the reasons for the panel is to address concerns that are inspiring separatist sentiment in the province.
'This is our livelihood': Farmers brace for hit from new China canola tariff

'This is our livelihood': Farmers brace for hit from new China canola tariff

China has said the tariff would start Thursday, nearly a year after Beijing launched an anti-dumping probe into Canadian canola. The investigation is in response to Canada's 100 per cent tariff on Chinese electric vehicles.
More than 14,000 people voted early in Alberta byelection

More than 14,000 people voted early in Alberta byelection

Elections Canada says an estimated 14,452 voters made their way to the advance polls.
Judge's decision on future of Alberta separation question review expected today

Judge's decision on future of Alberta separation question review expected today

The group that submitted the question applied to have the referral quashed, and Court of King's Bench Justice Colin Feasby heard arguments last week.
Local pharmacists express concerns over COVID vaccine access

Local pharmacists express concerns over COVID vaccine access

Province opens pre-orders ahead of fall rollout
Feds, province extend added support to farmers facing low crop yields

Feds, province extend added support to farmers facing low crop yields

Agriculture Financial Services Corporation has adjusted the low yield allowance, enabling farmers to salvage crops for livestock feed in an effort to reduce producers’ feed-related costs in Alberta.
China slaps Canadian canola with nearly 76% tariff

China slaps Canadian canola with nearly 76% tariff

The latest Chinese tariff increase appears to have caught Canadian canola industry reps and government officials by surprise, according to media reports.
Provincial park near Okotoks is listed as a hidden gem in Alberta

Provincial park near Okotoks is listed as a hidden gem in Alberta

A national conservation organization says Brown Lowery Provincial Park in Foothills County is worth a visit.
Here's where Canada's effective U.S. tariff rate might stand amid carve outs

Here's where Canada's effective U.S. tariff rate might stand amid carve outs

RBC estimates the effective tariff rate on Canadian goods is closer to six per cent today.
Canada enhances drone border security

Canada enhances drone border security

The Remotely Piloted Aircraft System corridor will take effect at 9:00 pm on Aug. 11 and the initiative will be continually evaluated and assessed in terms of operational value.
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