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Stressed about the cost of the holidays? How to talk to loved ones about cutting back

Stressed about the cost of the holidays? How to talk to loved ones about cutting back

Experts say it’s common to be stressed about money around the holidays, but talking to friends and family about your budget — and maybe even agreeing to financial caps on gift-giving — can remove a lot of anxiety from the holiday season.
Banff RCMP preparing for protests during G7 world leaders' summit in Kananaskis Country

Banff RCMP preparing for protests during G7 world leaders' summit in Kananaskis Country

With the Kananaskis Country summit a controlled access zone for security reasons, RCMP are preparing for potential protests in Banff given the media centre will be located at The Banff Centre.
Air Canada to offer free Wi-Fi on flights for Aeroplan members, sponsored by Bell

Air Canada to offer free Wi-Fi on flights for Aeroplan members, sponsored by Bell

Air Canada plans to offer free Wi-Fi to Aeroplan members aboard its flights starting next year, building on a partnership with telecom giant Bell that already gives passengers free text messaging capabilities.
NDP critic slams Alberta government over delay in giving Jasper tax relief following wildfire

NDP critic slams Alberta government over delay in giving Jasper tax relief following wildfire

"They are really holding the town hostage for an agreement they're asking from the federal government, which is they need Parks Canada to lease the land for interim housing they want to build in the town of Jasper."
Alberta to put $29M into border security patrol unit with sheriffs, dogs, drones

Alberta to put $29M into border security patrol unit with sheriffs, dogs, drones

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says the province is putting $29 million into creating a new sheriff patrol unit to shore up security at the Canada-United States border.
Former Westlock family doctor suspended from practising

Former Westlock family doctor suspended from practising

Investigators found instances of unprofessional conduct including invasive exams and improper medical equipment storage.
'Colossal back-tracking' on thermal coal export end date: environmental advocate

'Colossal back-tracking' on thermal coal export end date: environmental advocate

“Over the last two years, we've seen zero progress on the thermal coal export ban, and now we're seeing Canada move in the opposite direction by refusing to even assess the impacts of a major expansion of Canada's largest thermal coal mine,” said Julia Levin of Environmental Defence.
From broken neck to World Cup return: Alberta skier ain’t done yet

From broken neck to World Cup return: Alberta skier ain’t done yet

Recovered from a broken neck, Canmore's Kris Mahler returns to the World Cup with confidence.
Apple Intelligence suite of AI tools arrives in Canada

Apple Intelligence suite of AI tools arrives in Canada

Apple has brought its suite of artificial intelligence-based tools to Canada. The offering called Apple Intelligence can help readers proofread emails, change their tone and compile lists of key points to summarize the missive.
How cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger became the scents of winter holidays, far from their tropical origins

How cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger became the scents of winter holidays, far from their tropical origins

The Conversation breaks down how "warm" spices became the key scents of winter holidays over hundreds of years.
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