Alberta NDP to name new leader to replace Rachel Notley Saturday
In less than 24 hours, the Alberta NDP is expected to name its new leader in Calgary.
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Alberta NDP bid farewell to Rachel Notley; Jagmeet Singh to speak at fundraiser
Alberta's New Democratic Party is bidding farewell tonight to outgoing Leader Rachel Notley.
Alberta environment minister unworried by movement toward methane tariffs
Alberta's environment minister expressed little concern that European countries are taking steps toward tariffs on imported natural gas associated with high methane emissions as she promoted the province's role as an energy ally in Washington.
'Rachel brought democracy to the Prairies': A look back at the legacy of Notley as the NDP chooses a new leader
Growing up on a farm near Fairview, Alta., over 500 kilometres from Alberta's capital, a life in the legislature might not have seemed the most obvious choice for Rachel Notley.
'Minimum standards': Alberta Education bans personal mobile devices in classrooms
Starting next school year, students will have limits placed on their personal mobile devices, which officials say can harm student achievement and their mental health.
Canadian Energy Centre 'integrating into' Intergovernmental Relations, province says
Change is coming at the Canadian Energy Centre, also known as the United Conservative Party's controversial energy war room.
Shannon Phillips stepping down as Lethbridge-West MLA
Shannon Phillips, the MLA for Lethbridge-West, is stepping down on Monday, officials confirmed to CTV News.
Premier says 'no appetite' for government-run auto insurance despite savings
Premier Danielle Smith says government-run public auto insurance is off the table for Alberta, despite a recent report suggesting it would save drivers hundreds of dollars a year in premiums.
'We're the only ones who can do it': Smith dismisses criticism over navigation centre for the homeless
The province is preparing to open a navigation support centre for the homeless in Calgary modelled after one launched in Edmonton earlier this year, but advocates for the homeless say the money could be better spent elsewhere.
CTV News Edmonton Top Stories
Former Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi wins Alberta NDP leadership
Former Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi will replace Rachel Notley as the Alberta NDP leader after receiving 86 per cent of the vote on the first ballot.
Oilers on verge of Stanley Cup win after improbable comeback
A storybook Stanley Cup win is there for the Edmonton Oilers.
Alberta town loses half its family doctors, declares health-care crisis
A west-central Alberta community has declared a local health-care crisis to try to bolster its sagging numbers of family doctors.
Oilers making it to Game 7 of Stanley Cup Final partly product of 'belief'
How the National Hockey League's Western representative in the championship final got to this point following Friday's 5-1 win over the Florida Panthers in front of a rabid home crowd is looking like the stuff of legend.
Cheering fans jam Edmonton plaza as Oilers force winner-take-all Stanley Cup final
Thousands of deliriously happy fans of the Edmonton Oilers roared as one Friday as the hometown blue and orange ran over the Florida Panthers to set up a winner-take-all Game 7 in the Stanley Cup final.
Edmonton police warn of violent sex offender's release
Edmonton police are warning people of Saturday's release of a violent sex offender from custody.
Oilers force Game 7 of Stanley Cup final with 5-1 win over Panthers
The Oilers are one win from history. The Panthers are one loss from infamy. Zach Hyman scored his playoff-leading 16th goal and Stuart Skinner made 20 saves as Edmonton defeated Florida 5-1 on Friday to force Game 7 in the Stanley Cup final.
'It was worth it': Former Alberta premier Rachel Notley bids farewell as NDP leader
Alberta NDP Leader Rachel Notley has formally bid goodbye to the party that, on her watch, won government for the first and only time in 2015.
Skinner stands tall in goal again as Oilers force Stanley Cup Game 7
This is going to be yet another Stuart Skinner appreciation story because he was great in Game 6.
CTV News Calgary Top Stories
Former Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi wins Alberta NDP leadership
Former Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi will replace Rachel Notley as the Alberta NDP leader after receiving 86 per cent of the vote on the first ballot.
Accessibility uproar after Olds, Alta., woman with cerebral palsy threatened with $5K fine for using mobility aid
An Olds, Alta., woman with accessibility issues is speaking out against the town after local bylaw officers informed her she would receive a $5,000 fine if she was caught using her mobility scooter on any street, sidewalk or pathway in town.
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OPINION Ottawa’s ban on 'greenwashing' has already put a chill on climate disclosure targets
Within hours of Bill C-59 being passed, which introduced an amendment to the Competition Act, businesses and industry associations took down climate related disclosures from their websites.
Superheroes take over southeast Calgary park to help children with diverse needs
Almost 200 Calgarians dressed as their favourite superhero to participate in the 17TH Annual Race for Pace.
Water main repairs still on schedule as Calgary continues to conserve water: Gondek
Calgarians continue to conserve water but the mayor wants city residents to try to do a little bit better.
Gunfire exchanged between police and suspect on highway east of Carstairs
An investigation is underway after gunfire was exchanged between Alberta RCMP officers and a suspect on a highway near Carstairs late Friday night.
'It was worth it': Former Alberta premier Rachel Notley bids farewell as NDP leader
Alberta NDP Leader Rachel Notley has formally bid goodbye to the party that, on her watch, won government for the first and only time in 2015.
Vehicle used in hit-and-run involving cyclist located: Drayton Valley RCMP
Drayton Valley RCMP have located and seized a vehicle they believe was involved in a hit-and-run early Friday morning involving a cyclist.
How 19-year-old Arda Güler, dubbed 'the Turkish Messi,' lit up the European Championship
When Arda Güler scored a stunning goal in Turkey’s 3-1 win against Georgia this week – rifling the ball into the top corner from distance – it enhanced his status as one of the best young soccer players in the world.
CTV News Red Deer
Severe thunderstorm watch ends for Edmonton area
A severe thunderstorm watch for the Edmonton region has ended. Severe thunderstorm watcheses remain in effect for parts of northern Alberta and east-central Alberta.
Central Alberta group saves thousands of pounds of food from landfill
A group in Lacombe, Alta., is saving food from ending up in the trash.
Man suffers serious injuries in Maskwacis stabbing, attackers still at large
Police are looking for two men in connection with a stabbing at Maskwacis last month.
Edmonton, Red Deer among cheapest places for real estate in Canada: survey
With housing prices on the rise, Edmonton and Red Deer find a way to be among the most affordable cities for homebuyers in Canada.
RCMP searching for man after 12-year-olds report sexual assault in Red Deer
Red Deer police are looking for a man after two 12-year-old boys reported they had been sexually assaulted.
CTV News Lethbridge
Lethbridge police seek public assistance identifying August stabbing suspect
Lethbridge police are seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect in an early August assault.
Lethbridge family raising pet goat, spreading joy
When Susan Eymann and Jeff MacDonald said they were getting a new pet in February, they weren’t exactly kidding.
Lethbridge man charged after police recover $37K in stolen property
A 56-year-old Lethbridge man faces multiple charges after police recovered $37,000 worth of stolen property connected to a Wednesday break-in at a commercial compound.
Rebuild continues in Waterton Lakes National Park marking five-years since Kenow wildfire
The rebuilding process is continuing as those in and near Waterton Lakes National Park honour the five-year anniversary of the Kenow wildfire.
Smoke from wildfires settles in over Lethbridge
A summer with mostly clear skies above Lethbridge has come to an end.