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Wheat prices soar due to Ukrainian invasion

Wheat prices soar due to Ukrainian invasion

Food security across the world is being impacted by the war in Ukraine – Russia and Ukraine collectively produce nearly one third of the wheat on the planet.
Growing old on the autistic spectrum

Growing old on the autistic spectrum

Today is World Autism Awareness Day. This article talks about some of the issues that come up as people with Autism age.
More COVID-19 waves expected, Tam warns

More COVID-19 waves expected, Tam warns

Canadians should keep wearing face coverings and ensure vaccinations are up to date amid rising case counts and reduced public health measures, said Dr. Theresa Tam Friday.
ATA calls new disciplinary legislation 'vindictive'

ATA calls new disciplinary legislation 'vindictive'

The Alberta Teacher's Association says they are prepared to fight Bill 15, which would see the creation of the Alberta Teaching Profession Commission and appoint a commissioner to handle conduct and disciplinary complaints, effectively stripping the ATA of its role in professional regulation.
Former Didsbury teacher dies following sex offence charges

Former Didsbury teacher dies following sex offence charges

The Mountain View County resident accused of sexually assaulting an elementary school student was scheduled to appear in Didsbury provincial court on April 11.
Fuel tax suspension will help consumers, producers: Kenney

Fuel tax suspension will help consumers, producers: Kenney

The provincial government estimates that eliminating the fuel tax will save about $6.80 per tank on a compact car and $185.50 for a semi-trailer
Danielle Smith jumps back on the provincial politics saddle

Danielle Smith jumps back on the provincial politics saddle

Danielle Smith is back. The former opposition and Wildrose Party leader has announced her intention to become the United Conservative Party nominee for Livingstone-Macleod in next year's general election.
Rare butterfly, thought to be extinct in Canada, making a comeback on Vancouver Island

Rare butterfly, thought to be extinct in Canada, making a comeback on Vancouver Island

The Taylor’s checkerspot butterfly, with its exquisite black, orange and white patterns, was once abundant in Greater Victoria. Then it disappeared.
Tomorrow COVID-19 tests are not required for vaccinated travellers

Tomorrow COVID-19 tests are not required for vaccinated travellers

The eye-watering sensation of a swab up the nose will no longer be a cost of admission to Canada for vaccinated travellers as of Friday.
LaGrange introduces bill to remove disciplinary power from ATA

LaGrange introduces bill to remove disciplinary power from ATA

Minister of Education Adriana LaGrange tabled a bill in the legislature today, which would see the Alberta Teacher's Association stripped of its disciplinary powers.
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