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"That kind of hopelessness": loss of rural services fuelling social problems

Throughout the pandemic, provincially funded social supports were scaled back in rural Alberta. Services were consolidated. In-person offices closed. And long-running programs abruptly ended.

May 6, 2024 1:23 PM Read more >

The Best Mattresses in a Box in Canada for Comfort and Convenience

THIS ARTICLE MAY CONTAIN AFFILIATE LINKS. SPONSORED CONTENT – Getting a good night's sleep is a must in today’s busy world. And to get the best rest possible, you’d want the best mattress that the market offers. After all, a quality mattress is the first step on your journey to the land of dreams.

May 6, 2024 11:50 AM Read more >

"It changed my life": Absence of rural social programs felt years after closing

In October 2020, Alberta’s United Conservative government announced the closure of all remaining Job Corps offices along with job cuts that affected hundreds of provincial employees in social services, agriculture, and wildfire management.

May 5, 2024 1:23 PM Read more >

How will shorter Alberta winters affect those with seasonal affective disorder?

Winters in the Edmonton area, or the number of consecutive days with temperatures below freezing, are at least 10 days shorter than they were nearly 75 years ago, data published by researchers at the University of Lethbridge shows.

May 4, 2024 9:15 AM Read more >

UpLift! festival aiming for minimum of two murals

The UpLift! Jasper Mural Festival is planning to commission at least two murals for this year’s event, which runs May 10 to May 24.

May 3, 2024 4:00 PM Read more >

Province announces $30 million for sports and rec facilities

Grant is for small and mid-sized projects, including indoor and outdoor skating rinks, community pools, indoor turf centres, pickle ball courts, and other sport and recreational facilities.

May 3, 2024 12:35 PM Read more >

Op-ed: A provincial example, a federal necessity

"We have the responsibility and the means to ensure that the lessons learned from past tragedies translate into stronger protective measures nationwide. Let us honour the memories of those we've lost by ensuring a safer future for all Canadians."

May 3, 2024 12:00 PM Read more >

Alberta voter ID restrictions threat to "core democratic values": political scientist

"There's been a spirit in Alberta political culture that we want as many people and as many different types of people voting in elections. That changes with Bill 20."

May 3, 2024 11:35 AM Read more >

Suzuki: LawnShare helps create vibrant, biodiverse havens

"To help reimagine lawns, the LawnShare campaign provides practical guidance and resources, empowering people to transform them into vibrant ecosystems teeming with life."

May 3, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

Jasper mayor grateful Banff’s MLA pushing for tourism destination funding

Jasper is a town with a population of 5,000, but Jasper National Park sees nearly 2.5 million visitors annually. The challenges that such a municipality faces to keep on top of infrastructure maintenance are hard to underestimate.

May 2, 2024 4:00 PM Read more >