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On Tuesday, the province released new COVID-19 data showing another 576 new cases diagnosed in the past 24 hours, of which 332 were variants of concern. 

Facebook blocked all news on its platform in Australia for five days last month in response to proposed legislation that would require digital giants to pay legacy media outlets for linking to their work.

Government House leader Pablo Rodriguez instead appeared via teleconference, even though he admitted that he had no direct involvement in the multimillion-dollar agreement to have WE run a federal student grant program last summer.

"This process will be extensive and will offer various opportunities for Albertans to get involved," Energy Minister Sonya Savage said Monday.

Students to return to the basics; facts over fads, claims minister

Hinshaw said those who have already received the vaccine under the age of 55 are not at a high risk for blood clots, but as with any medication, should monitor their health and seek medical attention if they need to.

The land crossing at Coutts, Alta., and Sweet Grass, Mont., is one of the busiest between Canada and the United States. The lives of many people in the area straddle the two countries.

McKenna said there are some creative transit solutions that have caught the government's attention, from app-based on-demand services to ride-sharing arrangements.

More than 400 close contacts identified at all three Athabasca schools

Gardening expert Jim Hole offers insights on pruning and early spring planting.