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Alta. government announces mandatory watercraft inspections over summer
The Alberta government is the first in the country to announce mandatory inspections on all watercraft entering the province to prevent the spread of invasive mussels into the province’s lakes and rivers. Starting on June 1, Alberta is introducing mandatory
NAIT suspends 18 programs due to cost
The Northern Alberta Institute of Technology has made the decision to halt 18 programs across its schools due to rising costs and lack of engagement. Student intake will no longer be accepted while the programs are under review for potential
Alta. government announces mandatory watercraft inspections over summer
The Alberta government is the first in the country to announce mandatory inspections on all watercraft entering the province to prevent the spread of invasive mussels into the province’s lakes
NAIT suspends 18 programs due to cost
The Northern Alberta Institute of Technology has made the decision to halt 18 programs across its schools due to rising costs and lack of engagement. Student intake will no longer
Legislature river water feature opens for long weekend
The Alberta Legislature has opened up for the May long weekend after construction to revamp the area. The new features include accessibility options, including sloped entry points for visitors with
Provincial gov. starts program to ease cost of wildfire evacuation
Alberta’s government has launched a new program to help with the costs of prolonged wildfire evacuations. Each adult resident of a community effected by an evacuation notice and has been
St. Albert Wendy’s under temporary closure order from AHS
Alberta Health Services (AHS) shut down a Wendy’s in St. Albert on Tuesday, May 13th. The location was #800, 140 St. Albert Trail. The exact cause of the closure is
Sun Holds for Now, But Weekend Showers on the Horizon
Fog lifts this morning, giving way to a pleasant mix of sun and cloud to end the workweek. Saturday brings more cloud cover and a growing chance of showers by
Fort Saskatchewan Council approves 5.40% property tax increase
Fort Saskatchwan City Council passed the 2025 Property Tax Bylaw at the May 13th meeting. With an approved operating budget of $100.2 million and a capital budget of $14.2 million,
AUPE considers strike with 80% voter turnout
The Albert Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) have made their voices heard on whether they wish to go on strike, with an 80% voter turnout. Of those voters, 90.1% of
Canadian Armed Forces to conduct road move in advance of 2025 G7 Leaders’ Summit
The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) will be moving “a substantial number of military vehicles” between Edmonton and Calgary within the next 15 days in support of the RCMP-led Integrated Safety
Fort Edmonton Park opens this weekend
One of Edmonton’s greatest pieces of historical culture is re-opening for the summer this weekend. Fort Edmonton Park is throwing the doors open on Saturday, May 17th to kick off
Oilers Blank Golden Knights in Back-to-Back Games, Punch Ticket to Western Final
In a playoff series where every inch of ice was contested like a street fight, the Edmonton Oilers found a new identity — and maybe, finally, some overdue respect. With
Clearing Skies Today, Clouds Return for the Weekend
Showers wrap up this morning as skies begin to clear, making way for a dry and breezy day. Fog may develop overnight, but Friday looks mostly sunny once it lifts,
Redwater wildfire under control, evacuation order lifted
Effective as of May 13, evacuated residents of Sturgeon County have been permitted to return to their homes. A re-entry guide with important information is avaibale at SturgeonCounty.ca. The county
Alberta launches over 100 initiatives to end gender-based violence
Alberta has announced a 10-year plan to end gender-based violence. This strategy is designed to work hand-in-hand with initiatives already launched and running by the Provincial government, like the Council
Structurally unsound condo in north Edmonton sold to investment firm for $5M
A condo building in North Edmonton’s Caernarvon neighbourhood has been sold to an investment company for $5.1 million. Castledowns Pointe was damaged by a fire in 2023, and the building
Fort Saskatchewan Residents Invited to choose new design for Pryce Alderson Park
The City of Fort Saskatchewan is inviting their residents to voice their opinions on new playground designs for Pryce Alderson Park. The update comes as the current playground structure is
Oilers Look to Close Out Golden Knights in Game 5 Tonight
The Edmonton Oilers are one win away from punching their ticket to the Western Conference Final as they take on the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 5 tonight at T-Mobile
Thunder, Rain, Then a Brief Break Before Showers Return
A mix of sun and cloud today may give way to scattered showers and a risk of thunderstorms by afternoon. Rain becomes more widespread tonight, along with gusty winds as
2 EIPS Students win gold in provincial skills competition
Two students from Elk Island Public Schools have won the gold medal in their event categories at the recent Skills Alberta provincial championships. James Lowes, a Grade 9 student from
Edmontonians Invited to Stand Together on Moose Hide Campaign Day
On Wednesday, May 14, Edmontonians are invited to gather at City Hall from 1 to 3 p.m. for Moose Hide Campaign Day—a national movement to end domestic and gender-based violence.
39 new Measels cases reported in Alberta
Alberta is reporting almost 40 new cases of Measels in the province, bringing to total 365 cases since early March. 30 of the new cases are in the southern zone
Alberta Freezes Industrial Carbon Price to Shield Jobs, Industry from U.S. Tariff Fallout
In a direct response to escalating U.S. tariffs and rising economic uncertainty, Alberta’s government is freezing the industrial carbon price at $95 per tonne. The move is aimed at protecting
Alberta to host a dozen summer sports events
Alberta is taking centre stage with over a dozen major sporting events headed out west over the summer. Alberta’s government has committed more than $1.2 million in Major Sport Event
Alberta RCMP Continue Parkland County homicide investigation
One year later and the Alberta RCMP continue the investigation into the found remains of 19-year-old Eric Moonias who was located in a treed area South of Spruce Grove in Parkland County
Skinner Shuts the Door as Oilers Silence Critics and Crush Knights in Game 4
Stuart Skinner heard the noise — and then shut it out. After a week of being the target for every talk-show rant and online blame game, the Edmonton Oilers’ goaltender
Showers and Thunder Midweek Before a Sunny Reset
Today starts bright, but a chance of afternoon showers brings a hint of instability. Wednesday follows a similar pattern, with increasing clouds, scattered showers, and even the risk of a
Morinville Property Taxes lower than expected
At a Special Meeting of Council on May 6th, Morinville Council approved a second and third reading of Bylaw 7/2025, the Property Tax Bylaw. The Bylaw included a reduced tax
Redwater RCMP arrest water sprinkler tamperer
Redwater RCMP have arrested a man tampering with water sprinkler systems set up by the fire department to protect homes from wildfires. The sprinkler systems were rendered ineffective following the
Sherwood Park Man charged with child pornography crimes
A 45-year-old Sherwood Park resident is facing multiple child pornography charges following a recent investigation from Strathcona County RCMP and the Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE). In April 2025, the
Rainy Start Clears the Way for a Brighter Week
Light showers this morning will give way to steadier rain by the afternoon before skies begin to clear overnight. Sunshine returns Tuesday morning, though a few afternoon showers remain possible
