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Don't try to help an injured deer or other wild animal; call Alberta Fish and Wildlife, which will intervene if deemed necessary.

A dramatic increase in sightings of rare owl species has piqued the interest of birdwatchers and researchers.

Parks Canada will prioritize recovering the Tonquin herd until it reaches 200 animals before turning its attention to the other two herds. The goal will be to reach 300 to 400 caribou among these three populations.

Netflix is raising its prices in Canada.

The Government of Alberta has been insisting on permanent, single-detached units, but the Municipality of Jasper says high-density solutions are the way to go and has highlighted several issues with the province’s plan.

"Community Dinners are back! Be sure to mark your calendar for every Sunday for a delicious meal prepared by different hospitality partners. Please note that seniors are welcomed at 5 p.m. for early entry along with families with children."

“Starting May 1, Alberta seniors aged 65 and older will enjoy a 25 per cent discount on camping fees at select campgrounds, opening the door to more high-quality and low-cost outdoor adventures and opportunities to foster a deeper connection with nature,” said the Province.

"It's a really good process for everybody or anyone that's grieving – even if you're not artistic – to pick up a brush or a pencil or find whatever medium moves you and create when you're feeling sad."

On Nov. 26, county council approved signing a purchase contract with the Alberta government for approximately 1,874 acres near the Jasper/Hinton airport, valued at about $6.37 million.

Olivia and Noah have again topped the list of the most popular baby names in Alberta.