Alberta News

RCMP officer in Alberta charged with off-duty sexual assault in Edmonton

EDMONTON — Alberta's police watchdog says an RCMP officer has been charged in a sexual assault of a woman in Edmonton.

Jan 25, 2021 11:43 AM Read more >

Pedestrian dies after being struck by vehicle on highway in central Alberta: RCMP

WETASKIWIN, Alta. — RCMP in central Alberta say a man is dead after being hit by a vehicle while he was walking on the highway. Police say it happened Sunday on Highway 2A south of Wetaskiwin.

Jan 25, 2021 10:53 AM Read more >

Obsidian Energy extends hostile takeover offer for Bonterra Energy to March 29

CALGARY — Obsidian Energy Ltd. is extending its hostile takeover offer for Bonterra Energy Corp. until March 29. The offer was set to expire today. Bonterra has repeatedly recommended shareholders reject the bid.

Jan 25, 2021 6:14 AM Read more >

Contaminant from coal mines already high in some Alberta rivers: unreported data

EDMONTON — Some Alberta rivers and streams have already been heavily contaminated by coal mining, unreported government data suggests .

Jan 25, 2021 2:00 AM Read more >

A little luck propels Toronto Maple Leafs to 3-2 win over Calgary Flames

CALGARY — The Toronto Maple Leafs enjoyed puck luck scoring three goals off deflections in a 3-2 win Sunday over the host Calgary Flames.

Jan 24, 2021 5:44 PM Read more >

Alberta man charged with failing to self-isolate after traffic stop in Corner Brook

CORNER BROOK, N.L. — A 24-year-old man from Fort McMurray, Alta., is facing numerous charges including failing to self-isolate, following a traffic stop early this morning in Corner Brook, N.L.

Jan 24, 2021 11:51 AM Read more >

Too many new pet owners, not enough vets make getting animal care a problem

CALGARY — Dr. Liz Ruelle says it was a difficult decision to close her veterinary practice to first-time patients after being swamped with requests by new pet owners who turned to animal companionship during the pandemic.

Jan 24, 2021 8:00 AM Read more >

Indigenous business coalition leader says Keystone XL denial will hurt communities

CALGARY — The cancellation of the Keystone XL pipeline by U.S.

Jan 22, 2021 2:30 PM Read more >

WestJet grounds Max flight before takeoff after system indicates 'potential fault'

CALGARY — WestJet says a Boeing 737 Max that was scheduled to fly from Calgary to Toronto on Friday returned to the gate before taking off due to a warning in the cockpit.

Jan 22, 2021 2:23 PM Read more >

Alberta premier wants direct compensation from U.S. if Keystone XL pipeline dead

EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Jason Kenney is making another demand of Justin Trudeau over the Keystone XL pipeline ahead of the prime minister's call today with new U.S. President Joe Biden.

Jan 22, 2021 1:20 PM Read more >