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Canadian homebuilding remains strong despite 20% drop in September, say economists

The decrease was driven by weakness in Ontario and British Columbia and lower starts in condos.

Oct 9, 2020 11:30 AM Read more >

Celebrating Thanksgiving safely

Some tips on how to celebrate safely during COVID

Oct 9, 2020 10:45 AM Read more >

'Speak up!' - 'Sesame Street' tackles racism in TV special

The special defines racism for younger viewers

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Former prime minister Stephen Harper’s eldest son working for Premier Jason Kenney

EDMONTON — Former prime minister Stephen Harper’s eldest son is following in his father’s footsteps by getting involved in politics. Ben Harper, who is 24, has landed a job as an aide in Alberta Premier Jason Kenney’s office.

Oct 9, 2020 9:45 AM Read more >

Netflix Canada increases prices for its monthly standard, premium plans

The company says new members who sign up will see the updated prices effective immediately.

Oct 9, 2020 8:15 AM Read more >

Emergency response debate highlighted after truck driver spends three hours trapped in Yoho National Park

Field Fire and Rescue Department’s contract ended with Parks Canada on Sept. 30. Parks says it is working through recommendations of an independent report on providing long-term, sustainable solutions for emergency services in Yoho National Park.

Oct 8, 2020 7:00 PM Read more >

Alberta wants to clear the way for development of 'untapped' geothermal energy

Savage said the legislation will be developed with input from energy companies as well as landowners

Oct 8, 2020 4:30 PM Read more >

Edmonton hospital experiencing COVID-19 outbreak for second time

It says 29 health-care workers are self-isolating as a result

Oct 8, 2020 4:15 PM Read more >

Bighorn asks residents to prepare to evacuate as wildfire remains out of control

The Devil's Head wildfire that started Labour Day long weekend due to an abandoned campfire was still listed as 'out-of-control' as of Wednesday at noon

Oct 8, 2020 12:15 PM Read more >

Straws, stir sticks and bags among first targets of countrywide plastics ban

OTTAWA — Environment Minister Jonathan Wilkinson says six single-use plastic items that aren't easily recycled and already have more environmentally-friendly alternatives will be the first to go under Canada's new restrictions on plastics.

Oct 8, 2020 10:30 AM Read more >