Some Albertans will have to apply to get $600 inflation-relief payments
Following through on promises made on primetime TV two weeks ago, Danielle Smith's government introduced legislation Wednesday to help Albertans with the rising cost of living.
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Alberta government invokes debate time limit as sovereignty bill heads for the finish line
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s sovereignty bill galloped toward the finish line Wednesday, with the government using debate time limits to rebut what it called Opposition delay tactics.
'More chaos': Both of Alberta's deputy chief medical officers of health resigning
A pair of public health physicians who assist Alberta's new chief medical officer of health (CMOH) have turned in their notice in the latest shakeup to the province's health system.
Former police officer warns of scams involving tampered gift cards at retailers
A former police officer is urging Canadians to be vigilant this holiday season when buying gift cards on display at retail stores, after almost falling victim to a scam involving tampered gift cards --- twice.
$100K in scrap copper seized after warrant execution in northern Alberta
Two people have been arrested and a significant amount of copper wire was seized after a search warrant was executed on a rural property in northern Alberta.
'Different set of rules than apply to the rest of us': Smith wants federal carbon tax plan answers
"It's absurd to me that SUV drivers in Quebec are going to have cheaper gasoline and diesel prices than Alberta where we produce the product and refine it," said Premier Danielle Smith.
Police issue warning about violent offender released in Edmonton
The Edmonton Police Service is issuing a warning to the public about a convicted violent offender who will be residing in the Edmonton area.
Man found dead in home in central Edmonton
An investigation is underway into the death of a man in the Parkdale area.
$9K demanded from Edmontonians targeted by 'grandparent scam': police
Two more people have been arrested by Edmonton police in connection to so-called grandparent scams.
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Everything you need to know about the holiday and NYE celebrations at ICE District
The ICE District has announced a packed calendar of events from Dec. 23 to Jan. 1, to celebrate winter solstice, Christmas, and New Years Eve.
All-girl youth group serves warm meals at Boyle Street
The Gathering Angels, a group learning life skills and volunteering in the community, packaged more than 150 individual meals donated by a local Mediterranean restaurant and volunteered at Boyle Street for the second weekend in a row.
Krampus Walk celebrates European Christmas tradition
A scary sight in Old Strathcona on Saturday night as the Krampus Walk (or Krampus Lauf) descended on Whyte Avenue searching for naughty children.
Downtown businesses welcome the holiday and Christmas shoppers
The lights are on after the Downtown Holiday Light Up on Rice Howard Way.
This group of friends dressed up as grannies and sat behind the Oilers bench
It was grannies' night behind the Edmonton Oilers bench at Rogers Place last Monday night. A group of friends from Whitecourt, Alta., attended the game against the Florida Panthers in grannies costumes and stayed in character all night.
'Fan park' with 3 outdoor rinks coming to ICE District, Oilers announce
Outdoor rinks and spaces for concerts and events are under construction next to Rogers Place, the Oilers Entertainment Group announced on Friday.
This dog got a job at an Edmonton office, thanks to a Reddit post
A local dog has found a new purpose in his life after getting a job at an Edmonton office.
Edmonton's largest Christmas market back at Fort Edmonton Park
The Edmonton Christmas Market is back at Fort Edmonton Park, and organizers say this year's event is bigger and better than ever.
'Hidden art': Local kendo community hoping to represent at international competition
As kendo gains popularity in the Edmonton area, a local dojo is hoping to see two of their top students compete on the international stage.
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Alberta-made wildfire flavoured whisky sells for $10,000
The Beast, named for the 2016 Fort McMurray wildfire, is a limited-edition whisky flavoured by the fire. Available exclusively through auction, only 20 bottles are left and they're going for thousands of dollars.
'Digging a deeper hole': Councillor wants Coliseum demolished as cost balloons to roughly $35M
It was heaven for hockey fans in orange and blue for more than four decades, but for nearly five years the old Coliseum has resulted in nothing but red on Edmonton's budget.
Physicians worry surge in influenza, other viruses, could last several more months in Alberta
Alberta is three months into influenza season and pediatric hospitals in particular are feeling the pressure of what Alberta Health Services is calling an "unprecedented" season.
'He saved a life': Edmonton man recognized for actions on High Level Bridge
An Edmonton man was recently recognized as a hero for saving another man’s life while wearing his toddler on his back.
'People are ready for this': Alta. modelling agency only reps disabled, visibly different talent
An Edmonton couple has created a modelling agency that exclusively represents disabled and visibly different talent.
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'He was a good Oiler': Zack Kassian back to play Edmonton for the first time since trade
Look out for #44 in Coyotes colours. Not only can he crush opponents, but with his big smile and tough-guy style, he might also make some Oilers fans cheer for an enemy player.
Oilers will host Heritage Classic to mark 20th anniversary of original event: TSN
The Edmonton Oilers will play outdoors in the Alberta capital in October 2023, according to a pair of TSN insiders.
Dowd's winner lifts Capitals past Oilers 3-2
Nic Dowd scored the game winner as the Washington Capitals snapped a two-game losing skid with a 3-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Monday.
Yamamoto back as Oilers' dynamic duo tries to extend hot streak against Capitals
After a breakout season where he scored 20 times and added 21 assists, 2022-23 has not been Kailer Yamamoto's year so far.
Former Edmonton Oilers scout Barry Fraser dead at 82
Former Oilers head scout Barry Fraser, whose shrewd draft picks helped build a hockey dynasty in Edmonton, has died, the team announced Sunday. He was 82.
