Alberta government sets deadline for AISH recipients to apply for CDB

In June, the federal government launched a $200-a-month Canada Disability Benefit (CDB). On Wednesday, Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) recipients received a letter from the Alberta government explaining, starting in October, an …

Alberta has an Alberta problem

Open this photo in gallery:Danielle Smith is opening the door to a referendum at the very moment Ottawa could be an ally in her stated effort to quell separatist sentiment.Jeff McIntosh/The Canadian Press Last month, when Alberta Premier Danielle Smith …

Teen found dead in abandoned car in southern Alberta identified as 16-year-old Calgarian

Mounties are asking for help in their investigation after a Calgary teen was found dead in a car in southern Alberta last week. RCMP say officers found an abandoned car with a body inside about 1.5 kilometres west of the town of Glenwood, 30 kilometres …

Alberta government orders removal of sexually explicit books from school libraries

Alberta's government has introduced new province-wide standards for school libraries, mandating the removal of books containing explicit sexual content from K-12 schools by October 1. The move, announced through a ministerial order by Education and …

Why critics are calling Alberta's rules prohibiting 'sexually explicit' literature in schools a book ban

Alberta introduces new standards for books in school libraries

“These new standards are to ensure that school boards have clear guidance to ensure age-appropriate access to school library materials, while reflecting the values and priorities of Albertans.” The province also quoted Blaine Badiuk, who is described as an …

Alberta Sheriffs shutter Edmonton home allegedly used as hub for illegal drug trafficking

An Edmonton home that police allege was a hub for illegal drug trafficking and abuse, including two fatal overdoses, was shut down Thursday. The Alberta Sheriffs’ Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods (SCAN) unit closed the property at 6707 32 Avenue NW, in …

Alberta pushing to become a global leader in AI industry

“What we’re trying to do is really educate the international delegation about, one, why would you choose Alberta and, two, what is the path to be able to enter the market,” said Koleya Karrington, founder of the consortium.

Alberta Sheriffs shut down long-term drug house in south Edmonton

“Throughout the last few years we’ve had a number of complaints come into SCAN (in six investigations),” said Schenkey. “In the fall of 2024, SCAN received seven complaints from community members about activities at this property, so it re-emerged on our …

Meet Alberta Bailey: Singing, praying, celebrating her 107th birthday

Alberta Bailey celebrated her 107th birthday with friends and family. Bailey emphasized the importance of prayer, family and living a full life. She worked in fields as a child and instilled the value of education in her children and grandchildren. JUPITER …