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Global energy transition could be a $61B opportunity for Alberta, new study finds

Global energy transition could be a $61B opportunity for Alberta, new study finds

The report also suggests Alberta will have to swiftly ramp up investment in clean tech or risk missing out. It says Alberta will need to invest more than $2.1 billion a year in clean tech by 2030, increasing to $5.5 billion in clean tech by 2040, to fully capitalize on the opportunity. 
Calgary researcher to lead study on E. coli infection in children

Calgary researcher to lead study on E. coli infection in children

The University of Calgary says Alberta has one of the highest rates of STEC infection in the world given its abundance of cattle, sloped terrain, food crops, and use of well water.
Canada Post employee's decision temporarily closes outlet

Canada Post employee's decision temporarily closes outlet

Canada Post cites staffing issues, James River General Store postmaster says she was placed on unpaid leave over vaccine refusal
Military's former head of human resources charged with sexual assault, indecent acts

Military's former head of human resources charged with sexual assault, indecent acts

The Armed Forces has been battered for months with reports and headlines about inappropriate sexual behaviour involving senior commanders, which has left the military reeling and its top ranks in turmoil.
Senate gives speedy passage to bill banning conversion therapy

Senate gives speedy passage to bill banning conversion therapy

The new bill goes further than the original, banning conversion therapy for consenting adults, as well as for children and non-consenting adults. 
Airdrie axe throwers amped for second shot at worlds

Airdrie axe throwers amped for second shot at worlds

The Kolomyjas’ foray into the world of competitive axe throwing began in 2016, when they tried the sport for the first time at a birthday party. Five years and thousands of throws later, the couple is excited to represent Airdrie, and local venue Rival Axe Throwing, at worlds for the second time.
Increase in visitor paid parking rates up for discussion

Increase in visitor paid parking rates up for discussion

“I would like to see a rate increase… I see that there is a lot of potential for user-pay parking and this is an opportunity for our residents to be supported by our visitors,” said Councillor Barb Pelham
New immigrants, international students needed to fuel Canada’s bio-economy

New immigrants, international students needed to fuel Canada’s bio-economy

“It is likely that Western Canada’s biotech industry will lack 18,800 bio-economy workers by 2029, and current estimates indicate there will not be enough workers to meet labour needs,” the report states.
Pedersen’s Public Health Act tickets now over until 2022

Pedersen’s Public Health Act tickets now over until 2022

Pre-trial conference slated for Dec. 9; next court date is Jan. 5, 2022
Strike averted: 71% in favour of Cargill contract

Strike averted: 71% in favour of Cargill contract

'We are pleased to have reached an agreement that is comprehensive, fair and reflective of their commitment to excellence at Cargill.'
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