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COVID-19 in Alberta: 1,433 new cases Friday as hospitalizations remain high

The 177 COVID-19 patients in intensive care units tied the record high set on Thursday. There are now 713 patients in hospital, up 49 from the start of the month.

People line up outside an immunization clinic to get their Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine in Edmonton, Tuesday, April 20, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson

From 122nd to 1st: Edmonton BBQ sauce named best in the world at Kansas City competition

Edmonton may be known worldwide for the Oilers and its former dynasty, a once thriving oil industry and one of the largest urban parks in the world... but what about barbecue sauce?

Motley Que was named best barbecue sauce in the world at the American Royal World’s Series of Barbecue in Kansas City. (Dave Mitchell/CTV News Edmonton)

'Erratic' vaccine delivery, concerns and conspiracy theories tying up small town Alta. distribution

As the number of Albertans who have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine continues to grow, so too does the discrepancy of that number between Alberta's more rural North Zone and the rest of the province.

Some small town pharmacists tell CTV News Edmonton inconsistent supply and vaccine hesitancy are two likely factors contributing to a lower percentage of rural Albertans who have received at least one dose.

Edmonton doctor worries mask exemptions too broad as rules come into effect

Some Alberta doctors are concerned the new rules for mask exemptions could flood them with people wanting exceptions, whether warranted or not.

AHS granted restraining order against Calgary mayoral candidate Kevin J. Johnston

Alberta Health Services (AHS) has been granted a restraining order against a Calgary mayoral candidate who threatened harm to its employees.

Kenney distances himself from caucus vote to turf dissidents with 'personal agendas'

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney is distancing himself from a decision to expel two members from his United Conservative caucus.

Alberta leadership responsible for protests against public health orders: expert

A criminologist says a recent court order that allows Alberta RCMP to arrest organizers of anti-lockdown rallies can limit or prevent future gatherings but does little to educate people who don't believe in the COVID-19 pandemic.

Canadians can look forward to small, outdoor summer gatherings if vaccine targets are met: officials

The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) has issued preliminary guidelines detailing what Canadians can expect to do this summer and fall with fewer pandemic restrictions, all dependent on whether the country can meet its vaccine targets.

'I was honoured to be his mom': Plane hobbyist surprises mother with unforgettable flight

It was 2001 when flight enthusiast Trevor Howard decided to live out a dream and build his own plane.

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Canadians can look forward to small, outdoor summer gatherings if vaccine targets are met: officials

Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Theresa Tam provides an update on the COVID-19 pandemic in Ottawa on Friday, Jan. 8, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

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NEW | Most Canadians say they are unlikely to travel outside of their community this summer: Nanos survey

New polling by Nanos Research has found that a strong majority of Canadians won't be travelling outside of their communities this summer, despite the expected easing of public health restrictions and the acceleration of vaccinations.

Israel pounds Gaza to curb Palestinian militants but rockets still fly

As the war between Israel and Hamas militants in the Gaza Strip lit up the skies and sent civilians running for cover for a fifth night running on Friday, diplomats stepped up efforts to try and end the violence.

Experts call on Canada to use COVAX doses of AstraZeneca or give them back

Some health experts are questioning Canada's decision to accept thousands of doses of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine from a global vaccine-sharing alliance, only to have them sit in freezers in an Ontario warehouse.

Advocates say Quebec on the right track to address rise in domestic violence

After criticism it wasn’t doing enough to prevent domestic violence and to support survivors, Quebec responded with a swath of new measures to help keep women safe and, according to some advocates, the province got it right this time.