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Alberta Projects $4.6 Billion Surplus Amid Economic Uncertainty Alberta is projecting a $4.6 billion surplus this fiscal year, higher than its previous estimate of $2.9 billion made in the first quarter update. The surplus comes from higher-than-expected income tax revenue and non-renewable resources, but Finance Minister Nate Horner cautioned that the projection comes with significant […]

Alberta to Overhaul Auto Insurance System Amid Rising Premiums The Alberta government planning to revamp its auto insurance system with a series of changes this spring aimed at addressing rising costs. However, costs are not expected to come down until 2027 when the changes are fully implemented. Until then, good drivers could see their premiums […]

Child Poverty in Canada Hits Record High, Calls for Urgent Action Ahead of Federal Election A new report by Campaign 2000 paints a sobering picture of child poverty across Canada. New data shows that nearly one in five children—1.4 million— lived below the poverty line in 2022. Campaign 2000 was formed in 1991 with the […]

Grocery Prices Outpace Inflation for 56th Consecutive Month, Intensifying Pressure on Food Banks The price of groceries in Canada continues to climb faster than overall inflation, deepening financial strains for millions of Canadians. Statistics Canada reported October inflation at 2 per cent, but food purchased from stores rose by 2.7 per cent. This marks the […]

FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta— The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is adding a competitive twist to its annual holiday edition of Nominate Your Neighbour. The program encourages residents to showcase and celebrate festive light displays across the region. This year, the RMWB is including an interactive Holiday Lights Map, allowing residents to nominate their neighbours’ […]

Alberta Health Services Launches Annual “Toys for Tickets” Campaign FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta— Alberta Health Services (AHS) has launched its annual “Toys for Tickets” campaign. The annual program offers motorists a festive alternative to resolve parking fines accrued during the holiday season. Running from November 8 to December 20, the program allows anyone who receives an […]

LAC LA BICHE, Alberta — A northern Alberta man is facing 15 charges after Lac La Biche RCMP recovered nearly $1 million worth of stolen vehicles and other property during a search earlier this month.  The investigation began on November 8, when police in the hamlet, located about 200 kilometres south of Fort McMurray, received […]

Conklin Indigenous Housing Initiative Completes Phase 1 CONKLIN, Alberta — The first phase of the Conklin Indigenous Housing Initiative has wrapped up. The initiative aims to provide new affordable housing units for Métis families in the hamlet of Conklin. The Alberta Government has invested $4.4 million in the project, which includes the construction of 15 […]

Man Wanted for Breach of Probation Arrested Without Incident FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta — A 40-year-old Fort McMurray man with a history of criminal harassment is back in police custody after failing to report to his probation officer. On Friday, Wood Buffalo RCMP issued a public warning to residents in Fort McMurray and Edmonton about Faton […]

Man Charged in Death of Restaurant Worker Could Face Life Sentence if Convicted FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta — A 28-year-old Calgary man accused of criminal negligence causing death after restaurant worker Emily Verge was killed earlier this month could face up to life in prison if convicted. On November 9, 2024, Roger Sierra was charged after […]