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.
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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.
NDP leadership debate focused on recruitment and path to 2027 success
The last NDP leadership debate was held in Edmonton on Sunday, with candidates largely focused on how to build the party ahead of the 2027 election.
'All of the voices': Smith pushes back against Ottawa's gag order on the energy sector
Premier Danielle Smith is questioning some last-minute amendments to the Liberal government's Bill C-59 that she says muzzles the energy industry, which she sees as the chief driver of environmental innovation in Canada.
6 highlights from the Alberta spring sitting
After 14 weeks of questions, debates and public backlash, the spring sitting of the Alberta Legislature wrapped up Wednesday. Here's what happened.
Spring sitting ends with passing of contentious bills granting province more power
A local political scientist is urging Albertans to "connect the dots" in what she says is "democratic backsliding" in the province.
Alberta government limits debate on contentious bills, drawing Opposition anger
Alberta’s UCP government is limiting legislature debate time to pass four controversial bills, a tactic the Opposition New Democrats say runs roughshod over the democratic process.
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The Edmonton Oilers' offence exploded in Game 4 to beat the Florida Panthers 8-1.
Edmonton man killed in highway crash Friday night
An Edmonton man is dead after a crash south of the city on Friday night.
'All hands on deck situation': City of Calgary declares state of local emergency over water main break
The City of Calgary declared a local state of emergency Saturday morning in response to the latest developments in a major water main break that is impacting the city.
Woman, 78, killed in Bonnyville crash
A 78-year-old woman is dead after she was hit by a car in Bonnyville on Friday.
More ASIRT transparency, oversight urged in wake of refused cases
Families and defence lawyers are raising concerns over what they call a troubling trend with the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team and the Alberta Crown Prosecution Service. They calling for more transparency and oversight into decisions against prosecuting police even after Alberta's police watchdog recommends it.
Back by popular demand: Farmers' market returns to 104 Street in Edmonton
The Downtown Farmers' Market returned to its former outdoor location on Saturday.
Lake Summerside water quality advisory lifted after high fecal bacteria levels
Alberta Health Services has lifted the water quality advisory for Lake Summerside in south Edmonton.
Alberta First Nation seeks more control over historical resources on lands
An Alberta First Nation in the province's oilsands region is seeking more control over the traces left by ancestors on their traditional lands.
A new tax filing system could give Canadians more than $1 billion in unclaimed benefits: PBO
Canadians would get more than $1 billion in unclaimed benefits each year through an automatic tax filing system, according to a report published by the Parliamentary Budget Officer (PBO).
CTV News Calgary Top Stories
'All hands on deck situation': City of Calgary declares state of local emergency over water main break
The City of Calgary declared a local state of emergency Saturday morning in response to the latest developments in a major water main break that is impacting the city.
Here’s what we know about the 5 new hotspots on the broken water main: City of Calgary
Late Friday afternoon, the City of Calgary held a media availability to deliver an update on the status of the 16 Avenue water main break that delivered shocking news.
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OPINION Alberta’s diversity is its greatest strength
I love Alberta. That may sound obvious coming from someone who was born here, went to school here, and eventually became Premier.
A dream month kicks off for soccer fans across Canada
Whether you call it Soccer or Football, this June will be a fantasy month for football fanatics across Canada and the world.
Calgary water main repairs could take 3-5 more weeks, after scans reveal deficiencies in the pipe
Water restrictions could be in place for three to five more weeks in Calgary, after a scan of a broken water main revealed five more locations inside the pipe that are in need of repair.
Alberta First Nation seeks more control over historical resources on lands
An Alberta First Nation in the province's oilsands region is seeking more control over the traces left by ancestors on their traditional lands.
'If they can run, I can run': 87-year-old set to complete 10th Manitoba Marathon race
Age may be just a number to George Steciuk, but it’s just one of many that add up to one inspirational athlete.
2 dead, 1 injured in motor vehicle collision along Highway 2A
A motor vehicle collision in the High River area on Friday left two people dead and sent a third person to hospital.
Stolen children must be returned, Trudeau says as he departs for Ukraine peace talks
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau plans to shine a spotlight on the plight of Ukrainian children abducted by Russia and call for their safe return when he attends a summit dedicated to establishing peace between the two countries Saturday.
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.