'A very major impact': CFIB calls for all-hands-on-deck approach to U.S. tariff plans
Simon Gaudreault, CFIB chief economist, discusses the impact of U.S. tariffs on Canadian businesses with Alberta Primetime host Michael Higgins.
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Addictions and mental health minister says Alberta recovery model 'proving results'
Dan Williams, minister of addiction and mental health, discusses the province’s recent $23 million investment in a youth addiction recovery centre with Alberta Primetime host Michael Higgins.
'Stop talking and start doing': HSAA wants to see action on addictions recovery support
Health Sciences Association of Alberta president Mike Parker speaks with Alberta Primetime host Michael Higgins about supports for those experiencing addiction.
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Brad Lafortune - Public Interest Alberta
Public Interest Alberta Executive Director Brad Lafortune discusses his organization's biggest concerns heading into 2025.
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Lori Williams & Don Hill
Mount Royal University Professor Lori Williams & Blogger Don Hill discuss PM Trudeau's meeting with Trump and more on our Politics Panel.
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News from the Legislature
Alberta reannounces plans to reduce number of photo radar sites
Alberta reannounced plans to reduce photo radar sites in the province on Monday.
Alberta taking federal government to court over revised impact assessment law
Alberta is taking the federal government to court, saying Ottawa has failed to follow through on what Premier Danielle Smith calls necessary changes to a law governing resource development.
Industry not consulted on Alberta's plan to challenge federal emissions cap
The Alberta government did not consult with the oil and gas sector before announcing a sweeping set of plans it says it could use to challenge the proposed federal greenhouse gas emissions cap, industry sources say.
Alberta building new youth recovery beds at Edmonton jail, critics question location
The Alberta government is spending millions to create new spaces for youth addiction recovery at an Edmonton jail.
Alberta takes aim at emissions cap, proposes rules on trespass and data gathering
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government is eyeing a number of steps to challenge the proposed federal greenhouse gas emissions cap.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says Trump's border concerns are valid as tariffs loom
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says Donald Trump’s concerns about the border are valid, as the president-elect threatens sweeping tariffs on Canadian goods.
Alberta pitches new rules for auto insurance, including rate hikes, no-fault claims
The Alberta government is making changes to auto insurance, including rate hikes and switching to a predominantly no-fault claims model.
Alberta forecasts $4.6B surplus in budget update, but braces for uncertainty
Alberta is forecasting a $4.6-billion surplus for this fiscal year, but Finance Minister Nate Horner says "mounting pressures" threaten to soon put the province in the red.
Alberta privacy commissioner raises concerns over 2 government bills
Alberta's information and privacy commissioner says she has big concerns – including fuzzy definitions and insufficient guardrails – in two bills now being debated in the house.
CTV News Edmonton Top Stories
Alberta transportation minister says photo radar cuts aren't a safety risk
Alberta’s transportation minister rejects accusations a move to reduce photo radar enforcement puts lives at risk.
Selective federal tax break leaving some businesses feeling left out
The upcoming tax holiday announced by the federal government is leaving some businesses scrambling ahead of a busy season.
Ex-Elks CEO to lead provincial look into combative sports safety
Victor Cui, former president and chief executive officer of the Edmonton Elks, has been appointed to head a provincial effort to improve safety in Alberta combative sports.
Oilers tasting more success as special-teams play improves
Special teams are starting to show up for the Edmonton Oilers. Head coach Kris Knoblauch identified improved play – and results – from both the NHL team's power play and penalty kill as "important" factors in their last two games.
Ex-Alberta teacher convicted of sex crime involving child for 2nd time
Former Alberta teacher Brian Davison has been found guilty of one count of sexual exploitation in connection with an incident involving a child.
U of A team repurposes culinary device to improve frostbite injury outcomes
University of Alberta researchers have created a device they believe could significantly reduce the number of frostbite cases that end in amputation.
Man facing multiple charges in connection with shooting south of Edmonton
Charges have been laid in a shooting south of Edmonton more than three months ago.
Gibbons man charged with child pornography offences
A 23-year-old Alberta man has been charged in connection with a 10-month-long child pornography investigation.
Beaumont teen with 'big heart' starts birthday tradition to help others
On Saturday, Grace Gibson and Bailey Paxman filled a car with warm blankets, coats, thick socks and snacks and headed to Edmonton.
CTV News Calgary Top Stories
Former Calgary Bishop Fred Henry dies aged 81
An outspoken former Calgary bishop who was outspoken on several issues such as LGBTQ policy and school HPV vaccinations has died.
Loved ones seek answers as Pine Creek death deemed a homicide
Calgary police say the death of a man in the community of Pine Creek last month is being investigated as a homicide.
Man found dead in Taradale home with high CO levels: CFD
A man was found dead in a Taradale home where emergency crews discovered high levels of carbon monoxide.
Dozens of Calgarians speak on proposed Glenmore Landing redevelopment
More than 50 speakers signed up for a lengthy public hearing on what's become a contentious proposal to build high-rise residential towers in Calgary's southwest community of Bayview.
Calgary man who drove U-Haul over wife sentenced to 15 years
A Calgary man who killed his wife in 2020 when he drove over her in a loaded U-Haul has been sentenced to 15 years behind bars.
RCMP arrest B.C. woman at centre of alleged Alberta meat scam
A woman charged in an alleged meat scam that cost several victims a total of $60,000 has been arrested by RCMP in Alberta.
Calgarians need to make more money to avoid homelessness than other Canadians: study
New research suggests Calgarians need to make more money than people in other major Canadian cities in order to keep their homes.
Alberta photographer braves frigid storms to capture the beauty of Canadian winters
Most people want to stay indoors when temperatures drop to -30, but that’s the picture-perfect condition, literally, for Angela Boehm. She made a rule to only go out to take pictures of Canadian prairie landscapes when things plunged to -30C, inspiring the title of her new book: Minus 30.
Residents debate Grassy Mountain coal mining project applications at public hearing
Residents in favour and against coal mining in the Eastern Slopes had the chance to have their voices heard as a public hearing for three applications by Northback got underway in Pincher Creek Tuesday.
CTV News Red Deer
Sawed-off rifle pulled on 17-year-old girl during robbery in Red Deer home
Two people have been charged in connection with the armed robbery of a teen in Red Deer on Friday.
Alberta company to pay $12K for contravening Water Act
An Alberta company pleaded guilty to contravening the Water Act earlier this week and was ordered to pay $12,000, inclusive of a victim fine surcharge.
'Fear and shame': Red Deer police issues warning of rising online sextortion incidents
Red Deer RCMP issued a warning to the public about the increase of sextortion incidents online.
Person killed in stabbing attack in Red Deer
Charges are pending against someone after a fatal stabbing in Red Deer.
Red Deer RCMP arrest 3 people for stolen vehicle and weapons
Three people in Red Deer are facing several charges for stolen items, including a vehicle and sawed-off shotgun.
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.