/edmonton-ab11hConservative MP Matt Jeneroux joins Liberal caucus: Carney | CBC NewsPoilievre says floor crosser has "betrayed" the people of Edmonton Riverbend.
/edmonton-ab14hJudge overrules century-old legal covenant restricting how a property can be developed | CBC NewsCaruthers Caveat deemed at odds with current zoning on the property in question.
/canada15hConservative MP Matt Jeneroux joins Liberal caucus: Carney | CBC NewsMP had earlier said he was resigning from the House of Commons.
/albertapolitics15hEducation system not seen as strong by Albertans, most oppose public funding of private schools: pollThe survey, conducted by the Angus Reid Institute, showed mixed opinions on whether a variety of school options is an asset to Alberta's education system.
/canada1dWhy I am scared to travel to the U.S. right now.In the times we are living in, travelling through a U.S. border crossing poses significant risks that could have permanent ramifications.
/albertapolitics1dHow Alberta’s separatists threaten to derail billions of dollars in investmentshttps://archive.ph/TJtpO
/canada2dInternational rebellion as Canada's PM leads 40 nations in plan to buck Trump: insider - Raw StoryWorld leaders, led by Canadian PM Mark Carney, are reportedly planning an economic strategy to counter the effects of Donald Trump's tariff policy. Insiders say nearly 40 countries are interested in this initiative, which aims to reduce disruptions caused by Trump's economic plan. The plan involves discussions between the European Union and members of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership, including Canada, Mexico, and Australia.
/canada3dThe Case for Alberta Staying in Canada - Duane BrattThis Substack post by Duane Bratt makes a case for Alberta staying in Canada, highlighting the economic, political, social, and cultural benefits of remaining part of the country. Bratt argues that Canada's stability, wealth, and democratic values have contributed to Alberta's prosperity and that Alberta's success is intertwined with Canada's. The post also emphasizes the shared history, family ties, and cultural bonds between Albertans and other Canadians, suggesting that these connections are too strong to be severed by separatism.
/albertapolitics3dThe Case for Alberta Staying in Canada - Duane BrattThis Substack post by Duane Bratt makes a case for Alberta staying in Canada, highlighting the economic, political, social, and cultural benefits of remaining part of the country. Bratt argues that Canada's stability, wealth, and democratic values have contributed to Alberta's prosperity and that Alberta's success is intertwined with Canada's. The post also emphasizes the shared history, family ties, and cultural bonds between Albertans and other Canadians, suggesting that these connections are too strong to be severed by separatism.
/albertapolitics3dWater Not Coal | Corb Lund's Petition To Protect Alberta's RockiesAlbertans have been saying NO to coal mining in the Rockies for almost six years. Elections Alberta recently approved our revised Citizen Initiative Application. Join the movement to protect our water, our land, and our future.
/albertapolitics3dHot off the presses: New print magazine showcases arts community in northern Alberta | CBC NewsGrande Prairie publishers hope to connect artists on both sides of Alberta/BC border.
/canada3dCanadian passport holders can travel to China visa-free starting this week | CBC NewsPolicy will be in effect until Dec. 31, according to China's Foreign Affairs Ministry.
/canada4dFrom umbrella to uncertainty: Europe and Canada's nuclear deterrence anxiety | CBC NewsSeveral allies are apparently elbowing each other to shelter under France's arsenal.
/edmonton-ab5dHefty new fees have Edmonton businesses contemplating the future of patio season | CBC NewsCity says new licence fee is needed to address budget shortfall.
/canada5dSupreme Court nullifies Liberal single-vote election win in Montreal-area riding | CBC NewsElections Canada says this is the first time a court has annulled vote results.
/canada5dU.S.-Canada Relations | Council on Foreign Relations1908 – 2026 For more than a century, the United States and Canada have forged a strong partnership built on shared geography and economic and security cooperation. But while the two countries have traditionally had one of the closest bilateral ties in the world, relations have c
/canada6dCanadian Shipyard Davie Secures Contract for Five Arctic Security Cutters as U.S. Icebreaker Fleet Expansion ConcludesDavie signs five Arctic Security Cutters, completing an 11-ship U.S. fleet expansion that will dramatically boost Coast Guard icebreaking capacity by 2028.
/canada6dConservative MP refusing pay bump was heckled, admonished by his colleagues | CBC NewsMike Dawson says some of his colleagues are angry he's trying to forgo wage hike.
/canada6dMan caught trying to smuggle 314 kilograms of meth into B.C. from U.S. | CBC NewsCanadian border guards caught a man attempting to smuggle 314 kilograms of methamphetamine from the U.S. into B.C. at the Abbotsford-Huntingdon crossing. The drugs, concealed in a commercial vehicle, were detected by the CBSA Detector Dog Team. The seized drugs, valued at over $18 million, mark the largest narcotics seizure at this crossing. The man was arrested, transferred to RCMP, and charged with drug possession and trafficking.
/albertapolitics6dCentral Alberta town faces uncertain future as it drowns in debt and faces potential insolvency | CBC NewsThe Town of Gibbons in central Alberta faces an uncertain future due to a multimillion-dollar financial crisis, potentially leading to insolvency. The town's mayor and council have acknowledged the severity of the situation, which has resulted from years of poor financial decisions. The Alberta government has appointed an official administrator to oversee the municipality's governance and finances. Efforts are underway to address the crisis, including discussions with the Alberta Ministry of Municipal Affairs, layoffs, and the exploration of service transfers to Sturgeon County. A viability review will examine the town's governance and financial state, with potential outcomes including downgrading its status to a hamlet.
/albertapolitics6dAlberta government won't say if promised new triage emergency doctors are on the job | CBC NewsNearly a month after Alberta’s hospitals minister announced the immediate deployment of triage liaison physicians in overcrowded emergency rooms, the province and its health agencies have not confirmed if any such doctors are currently working. The government claims recruitment for these roles is ongoing, but has not provided details on the number of doctors hired or their locations. The Alberta Medical Association has not reached an agreement with the government regarding employment conditions for these doctors, raising concerns about potential legal risks for physicians. Critics argue that the government's response to emergency room overcrowding is inadequate, with calls for an emergency command center and legislative debate.
/albertapolitics6dAlberta grocery prices have nearly doubled since 2002. About half that increase happened in 2020s | CBC NewsThis CBC News article highlights the significant increase in grocery prices in Alberta, which have nearly doubled since 2002, with almost half of that increase occurring in the 2020s. The article features Billy Demers, a retiree who started a Facebook group to help people find the best grocery deals. The rapid inflation has led to the Competition Bureau of Canada examining the grocery sector, noting factors like higher input costs and supply chain disruptions. The article also discusses potential solutions, including building more greenhouses and reducing interprovincial trade barriers.
/canada6dU.S. agriculture groups launch campaign backing trade deal with Canada, Mexico | CBC NewsU.S. agriculture groups have launched a campaign backing the Canada-U.S.-Mexico trade agreement (CUSMA), urging the Trump administration to consider its economic benefits to rural America before making any moves to rip it up. The coalition, which includes advertising, research and lobbying, emphasizes the agreement's boost to jobs and revenue in the U.S. agriculture industry.
/canada6dCanadian separatists optimistic after meetings with Trump officials U.S. officials tamped down on the meetings with the Alberta separatists, saying no senior staffers were present and no commitments were made.
/albertapolitics7dDanielle Smith says 'significant' deficits to come, rules out tax hikes and big cuts | CBC NewsUCP's new budget is set to be unveiled later this month.
/edmonton-ab8dEdmonton rental market to subside as vacancies rise, according to national housing reportCMHC projects 4.5% rental vacancy rate in Edmonton in 2026, up from 3.8% last year.
/canada8dCanada’s new government is rebuilding, rearming, and reinvesting in the Canadian Armed Forces | Prime Minister of CanadaIn an increasingly dangerous and divided world, Canada must be prepared – to defend our people and our values, to secure our sovereignty, and to protect our Allies. We must be prepared to lead and to shape a more stable and prosperous world. This entails government recognizing ou
/canada8dCarney speaks to Trump after president erupts over Gordie Howe Bridge | CBC NewsPM explained to Trump after president erupts over Gordie Howe Bridge.
/canada8dWhat Stops ICE from Snatching People Off Canadian Streets? Very LittleThe article discusses the potential implications of American Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents operating in Canada, highlighting concerns about their presence and activities, and the broader context of strained US-Canada relations.
/canada9dAn era of "wrecking ball" politics: What the Munich Security Report says about Canada's moment of reckoningReport suggest alliances will require sustained work to survive.