Jordan Scott is a Calgary writer with over a decade of experience in commercial production, broadcast programming, and documentary narratives.
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Airdrie RCMP are facing significant scrutiny following the 11-hour detention of a disabled man last month, during which he was reportedly denied essential medication and access to legal counsel. The incident has drawn sharp criticism from civil and disability rights advocates, raising questions about police protocols and humane-custody standards in
City News
Nova Scotia MP Chris d'Entremont crossed the floor on November 4, 2025, departing the Conservative Party to join the Liberal caucus, a move that immediately ignited widespread political discussion across the country. The defection, coming shortly after the federal budget was tabled, sees d'Entremont align with
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Calgary’s school boards are feeling the squeeze. The Calgary Board of Education is pulling millions from reserves, and the Catholic School District faces a projected $21.5 million deficit, both grappling with surging enrollment and inflation. It highlights a critical, ongoing provincial debate. Enter Dave King. The former Alberta
City News
Big news for Calgary's soaring aviation scene! SAIT and Lufthansa Technik Canada just inked a Memorandum of Understanding on March 26, 2025, setting the stage for a game-changing partnership to develop new aviation training. This isn't just about new courses; it's about turbocharging Alberta&
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Calgary pet owners are increasingly grappling with the financial strain of rising veterinary costs, a challenge exacerbated by policies requiring recurring check-ups to renew essential pet prescriptions. Many residents express frustration over these mandatory appointments, as medications cannot be refilled without them, placing a significant burden on households, particularly those
Business
Calgary is set to host a federal announcement this Saturday, November 8, 2025, highlighting significant budget investments. The event, scheduled for 10:00 a.m. MT at the National accessArts Centre (NaAC) located at 80038 Fairmont Drive SE, will underscore the city's vital role in national development initiatives.
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Calgary is actively grappling with a persistent challenge: the prevalence of unauthorized advertisement signs across the city. Numerous metal signs, notably observed along 18th Street SE near Carburn Park and in other areas, frequently violate the city’s regulations, contributing to visual clutter and sparking debate over enforcement of signage
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Calgary’s Kincora neighborhood is grappling with a significant issue of illegally dumped construction debris, a situation described as “absolutely atrocious” by Ward 2 Coun. Jennifer Wyness. The large pile of waste, discovered approximately two weeks before November 6, 2025, has sparked environmental and safety concerns among residents in the
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The Alberta Federation of Labour (AFL) has faced considerable scrutiny following the provincial government's swift imposition of a forced return to work for Alberta teachers. Bill 2, dubbed the "Back to School Act," was introduced on October 27, 2025, passed into law early on October 28,
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Canada's Chief Electoral Officer, Stéphane Perrault, has concluded that comments made by Alberta Premier Danielle Smith during a March 2025 interview with a U.S. media outlet did not violate the Canada Elections Act. This decision follows a detailed review initiated after complaints alleged potential foreign interference. The
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Aggressive driving habits are putting pedestrian safety in Calgary under a renewed spotlight, highlighted by a recent incident where a motorist disregarded a pedestrian at a blinking crosswalk. This act of impatience, occurring at a marked crosswalk with traffic moving under 40 km/h, saw the driver narrowly swerve around
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Three Lethbridge police officers will not face charges, despite the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) finding reasonable grounds to believe criminal offenses were committed. The Alberta Crown Prosecution Service determined there wasn't a likelihood of conviction, leading to the decision not to proceed. This news, reported November
