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Calgary, keep an eye on Edmonton this Wednesday, November 12th! Mike Kelloway, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, is set to make a significant announcement up Highway 2, and while it's in our northern neighbour's backyard, the ripple effect could be felt
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Statistics Canada has released September data for the Electric Power Selling Price Index, benchmarked to 2014, providing Calgarians with a fresh look at potential shifts in electricity costs. Published on November 10, this index offers critical insights into pricing changes that directly affect household budgets and local businesses. Calgarians have
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Canadian newspaper publishers experienced a significant financial downturn in 2024, with operating earnings plummeting to $1.6 billion. This marks a substantial 17.9% decrease from 2022, an acceleration of the decline seen between 2020 and 2022, as reported by the latest Survey of Service Industries. This rapid shift underscores
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A new study from The Angus Reid Institute, conducted with the Canadian Cancer Society, highlights strong public demand for expanded access to cancer clinical trials across Canada. An overwhelming 90% of Canadians advocate for more opportunities, viewing these trials as a vital pathway to innovative treatments and crucial options for
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Calgary-based energy infrastructure giant Enbridge has indicated it has no immediate plans to propose a new major northern pipeline project to Canada's Major Projects Office. Instead, the company is prioritizing the optimization and expansion of its existing Mainline system, a strategic decision with significant implications for Alberta'
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Calgary is set to celebrate Dr. Igbalajobi, originally from Efon Alaaye, Ekiti State, Nigeria, as a recipient of the prestigious Education Award at the 2025 Calgary Awards. This recognition underscores his significant contributions to the community through dedicated efforts to expand learning opportunities and champion accessibility and equity in education.
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A new era for our city's economy is officially kicking off. The Government of Canada announced its new Climate Competitiveness Strategy on November 9, 2025, and Calgary is uniquely positioned to take the lead in the global sprint towards a low-carbon future. This isn't just national
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Calgary’s Ahmadiyya Muslim Community recently gathered at Baitun Nur Mosque for a heartfelt tribute to Canadian veterans, underscoring the deep connection between faith and patriotism. The event, held on Friday, November 7, 2025, ahead of Remembrance Day, emphasized profound gratitude for those who have served in defense of freedom.
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Calgary, AB – Butterfield Acres Petting Farm has officially reopened its gates as of November 7, 2025, following a temporary closure initiated by a highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 outbreak. The popular Calgary-area attraction voluntarily closed on October 13 and diligently worked with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and
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Alberta’s Emergency Medical Services are operating under immense pressure, with professionals consistently enduring grueling shifts and mandatory overtime to maintain critical response capabilities. The Health Sciences Association of Alberta (HSAA) reported in November 2025 that paramedics across the province are logging over 30,000 hours of overtime monthly this
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Calgary, AB — Federal Budget 2025 is set to bring substantial infrastructure investments to Calgary, reinforcing Canada’s economic resilience with a national commitment of $1 trillion over five years. Locally, these funds are directed at bolstering community infrastructure, including a significant $51 billion allocation through the Build Communities Strong Fund.
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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
