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Many Canadians willing to ditch U.S. travel and alcohol but not streaming services

Many Canadians willing to ditch U.S. travel and alcohol but not streaming services

A new poll suggests many Canadians are willing to use their spending power to protest U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff threats and attacks on Canadian sovereignty — but not if it means they have to kick their Netflix and Disney+ addictions.
Declining water levels in Oldman Reservoir: MD assures close monitoring

Declining water levels in Oldman Reservoir: MD assures close monitoring

Water levels in the Oldman Reservoir remain below historical averages, raising concerns about potential shortages.
'So surreal': Couples reflect on 20 years of same-sex marriage in Canada

'So surreal': Couples reflect on 20 years of same-sex marriage in Canada

Then Alberta premier Ralph Klein had long called same-sex marriage "morally wrong," and urged federal politicians to "defend the traditional definition of marriage." He also planned to use the notwithstanding clause, which allows governments to override certain Charter rights for up to five years, to block their recognition.
Alberta town closing in on Kraft Hockeyville's top four

Alberta town closing in on Kraft Hockeyville's top four

Crossfield, in Central Alberta, is vying to be the next Kraft Hockeyville and to achieve it the community is looking for support to crack the Top 4.
Alberta Premier Smith defends health minister amid scandal on health purchases

Alberta Premier Smith defends health minister amid scandal on health purchases

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says Health Minister Adriana LaGrange has her full support as they navigate allegations of high-level government corruption in medical contracts.
Check out these ice sculptures on Lake Louise

Check out these ice sculptures on Lake Louise

Ice sculptures were back on the grounds of the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.
Two types of chocolate give this elegant loaf cake deep flavor for a Valentine's Day treat

Two types of chocolate give this elegant loaf cake deep flavor for a Valentine's Day treat

Chocolate is a must-have for Valentine’s Day, but it needn’t be fussy.
Leger poll: Canadians anxious but ready to rally against Trump's threats

Leger poll: Canadians anxious but ready to rally against Trump's threats

Canadians are collectively biting their fingernails and ready to wave the flag as they face down repeated threats from the White House. A new Leger poll suggests a surge in both anxiety levels and patriotism in the wake of U.S.
New fentanyl czar Kevin Brosseau grew up in Alberta

New fentanyl czar Kevin Brosseau grew up in Alberta

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Kevin Brosseau as Canada’s new fentanyl czar. Brosseau is originally from Bonnyville and has spent time as the deputy commissioner for the RCMP.
Jasper ratepayers affected by wildfire will get tax relief

Jasper ratepayers affected by wildfire will get tax relief

The tax relief will cover the evacuation period for all properties and from July to December for damaged and destroyed properties.
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