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'Bleak' drilling forecast calls for even fewer Canadian oil and gas wells in 2021

CALGARY — The Petroleum Services Association of Canada says it expects another "bleak" year for Canadian oil and gas drilling in 2021.

Oct 30, 2020 1:15 PM Read more >

Federal election during the pandemic would be challenging but feasible: PHAC official

OTTAWA — A senior official at the Public Health Agency of Canada says holding a federal election during the COVID-19 pandemic would be feasible, despite the logistical challenges that Elections Canada would face. Dr.

Oct 30, 2020 12:45 PM Read more >

Canada's ban on big cruise ships extended until February

OTTAWA — Transport Minister Marc Garneau says big cruise ships will be banned from Canadian waters at least until the end of February now.

Oct 30, 2020 11:45 AM Read more >

Alberta proposes legislation to change rules on child-care spaces

The bill would also allow for availability to care 24 hours a day

Oct 30, 2020 10:45 AM Read more >

Examining the relationship with our stuff

Alberta filmmaker's latest documentary looks at the connection we each have to our belongings.

Oct 30, 2020 10:15 AM Read more >

Archeology and culture collide during Siksika Nation field program

The course helped the students to make connections between their own cultural past

Oct 30, 2020 10:15 AM Read more >

Okotoks drone company moves into airport

Airport becoming a hub for aviation education

Oct 30, 2020 9:45 AM Read more >

Feds to unveil more pandemic support for Indigenous communities

OTTAWA — More federal financial support is on its way to help Indigenous people and communities cope with the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Oct 30, 2020 9:25 AM Read more >

Federal government unveils rules for $750-million emissions reduction fund

OTTAWA — Oil and gas companies that use federal cash to help cut methane emissions from their operations won't have to repay every penny if they eliminate the methane emissions entirely.

Oct 30, 2020 7:30 AM Read more >

Truck driver responsible for Humboldt Broncos crash seeks to stay in Canada

REGINA — A lawyer representing the truck driver responsible for the deadly Humboldt Broncos bus crash says his client wants to be able to stay in Canada once released from prison. It's something families of the victims are split on.

Oct 30, 2020 7:10 AM Read more >