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New building codes under review not tough enough on energy efficiency, report warns

Building codes assure Canadians that their health and safety have been fully considered in the construction and renovation of homes and workplaces

Oct 29, 2020 10:15 AM Read more >

Driver trapped inside semi-trailer for more than two hours waiting to be rescued

“Presently, the Town of Golden is doing humanitarian work, taking on work that is the responsibility of Parks Canada,” said Golden Mayor Ron Oszust.

Oct 29, 2020 9:15 AM Read more >

Trudeau speaks to importance of Banff, Canmore tourism

Mountain FM's Rob Murray interviewed Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday morning (Oct. 27)

Oct 29, 2020 8:45 AM Read more >

Communication and support are crucial for workplace wellness during COVID-19

"We encourage our members to ask their staff to take a break and go for a walk. Businesses across the province have adapted by working remotely. They know mental wellness has been critical at this time."

Oct 28, 2020 10:30 AM Read more >

Trudeau says pandemic 'really sucks,' and that Christmas gatherings are up in the air

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the global COVID-19 pandemic "really sucks," and could jeopardize large gatherings with friends and family over Christmas after a reined-in Thanksgiving.

Oct 27, 2020 1:30 PM Read more >

Alberta to limit temporary foreign worker program to save jobs for Albertans

EDMONTON — The Alberta government is hoping to open jobs in the province for local people by closing some of them to foreigners.

Oct 27, 2020 12:15 PM Read more >

'The warning bell is ringing:' Social gathering limits imposed in Calgary, Edmonton

EDMONTON — Social gatherings in Alberta's two biggest cities have been limited to 15 people after new daily COVID-19 cases reached the 500 mark on the weekend.

Oct 27, 2020 9:15 AM Read more >

Legendary Edmonton locker-room attendant Joey Moss dies at 57

EDMONTON — Joey Moss — a legendary locker-room attendant for the NHL's Edmonton Oilers and CFL's Edmonton Football Team — has died. He was 57. The Edmonton Football Team confirmed the death on Monday by saying the city has lost a "hero.

Oct 27, 2020 8:15 AM Read more >

Unionized health care support workers stage wildcat strike

Workers walk the picket line in Athabasca, Barrhead and Westlock

Oct 26, 2020 4:30 PM Read more >

Cenovus to buy Husky Energy for $3.8 billion in shares, CEO will be Alex Pourbaix

The combined company will be better able to weather energy market volatility

Oct 26, 2020 4:15 PM Read more >