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Business
Strategic Move for Shareholder Value Calgary-based Stampede Drilling Inc. (TSXV: SDI) has received approval from the TSX Venture Exchange to renew its Normal Course Issuer Bid (NCIB), a strategic move aimed at enhancing shareholder value amidst a dynamic energy market. Announced via PR Newswire on December 3, 2025, the renewed
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A new federal-Alberta MOU aims to make Canada an energy superpower by diversifying exports beyond the U.S., leveraging TMX and LNG, and advancing CCS projects.
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Calgary's Strategic Investment in Agri-Food Innovation The Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund (OCIF) is committing up to $2.75 million over five years to establish AgSphere, a pioneering hub designed to advance agri-food innovation across Canada. This investment, announced December 2, 2025, directly manifests the City of Calgary’s
Crime & Safety
On December 2, 2025, at approximately 8:50 am, Calgary Fire Department crews swiftly responded to a structure fire in the 100 block of 8 Ave SW. The blaze involved a two-story retail business, with smoke and flames visible from the back-alley side. Firefighters connected to a hydrant, deployed hoses,
Crime & Safety
A serious hit-and-run collision on Blackfoot Trail S.E. last week has put a spotlight on impaired driving concerns in Calgary. The incident involved a black Dodge Ram that struck two vehicles and fled the scene, resulting in the serious injury of one driver. Police later arrested the driver, Jarreth
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Oil prices are down while natural gas sees an upswing, influenced by new LNG exports and a federal-provincial energy agreement impacting Alberta's energy landscape.
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Navigating US Uncertainty Canada's agriculture and agri-food sector faces significant headwinds, particularly concerning the United States. A December 2, 2025 report from the Angus Reid Institute and CAPI reveals four-in-five stakeholders are pessimistic about the industry's ability to deal with the Trump administration. Concerns about the
Business
Calgary Innovators Take Global Stage Calgary's vibrant life sciences sector is poised for international recognition as Syantra Inc., a local precision biotechnology company, prepares to showcase its groundbreaking research at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS) 2025, taking place from December 9–12 in San Antonio, Texas.
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Calgary's emergency shelters are under increasing strain, with the demand for spaces consistently exceeding capacity, a trend that worsens as winter approaches. The Shelter Utilization data highlights the urgent nature of this crisis, revealing how closely shelter occupancy aligns with the broader housing challenges facing the city. Current
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Calgary's identity is interwoven with its storied past, visible in the city's "Map of Historic Resources," curated by Heritage Calgary. This evolving inventory captures Calgary's rich heritage by listing buildings, structures, archaeological sites, and cultural landscapes of significant heritage value. As the
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In the heart of Calgary, social disorder persists as a pressing issue within the nine-block radius around City Hall and the Municipal Complex. Monthly data from the City’s Corporate Security reveals ongoing incidents such as harassment and drug use, underscoring the daily challenges faced by residents and workers. While
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Calgary's ward boundaries aren't just lines on a map; they define how residents are represented at City Hall. Each of the city's 14 wards elects one councillor, with divisions determined by the Municipal Government Act and City Council policy. Every four years, these boundaries
