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Domestic abuse survivors in rural Alberta face greater risks: report

Domestic abuse survivors in rural Alberta face greater risks: report

Domestic abuse shelters in Alberta are increasingly being overwhelmed by requests for help, and have had to turn away thousands due to a lack of space or resources. 
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Half of Canadians expect to go over holiday budget: survey

Half of Canadians expect to go over holiday budget: survey

Finances are top of mind for Canadians as we head into the holidays, and three quarters say they’ll draft a budget this year, according to the Festive Spending Snapshot poll from PayPal.
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Federal government proposes measures to slash methane emissions

Federal government proposes measures to slash methane emissions

Amendments would largely prohibit venting, limit flaring, and raise inspection standards
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Alberta sexual violence helpline used over 10,000 times since 2019

Alberta sexual violence helpline used over 10,000 times since 2019

Since launching in 2019, Alberta’s One Line for Sexual violence has been contacted over 10,000 times by people in about 100 communities.
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Panel discusses housing crisis in Alberta's rural communities

Panel discusses housing crisis in Alberta's rural communities

Governments must address social issues, close gaps between announcements and action, panelists say
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Potential voter ID changes a "solution in search of a problem": political scientist

Potential voter ID changes a "solution in search of a problem": political scientist

Potential changes to identification requirements in Alberta’s Local Authority Election Act could hurt voter turnout and prevent disadvantaged groups from participating in elections, experts and advocates warn.
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Short-term rentals contribute to Jasper housing crunch

Short-term rentals contribute to Jasper housing crunch

Town grapples with scarcity of affordable accommodations for locals
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How to tell if your Giving Tuesday donation is making an impact

How to tell if your Giving Tuesday donation is making an impact

On Giving Tuesday it’s wise to stop and reflect on where your money is going and the impact it will have, said Greg Thomson, director of research at Charity Intelligence. 
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Half of young Canadians are fearing eviction: Habitat for Humanity Canada

Half of young Canadians are fearing eviction: Habitat for Humanity Canada

Key takeaways from Stats Can housing data show half of Canadians are spending 50 per cent or more of their income on housing costs.
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First use of Alta. Sovereignty Act a ‘last resort’: Premier Smith

First use of Alta. Sovereignty Act a ‘last resort’: Premier Smith

"We are left with no choice but to create a shield to protect Albertans from Ottawa’s dangerous and unconstitutional electricity regulations,” Danielle Smith said.
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