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Nightclub owner promises live music and community spirit in a small Alberta town

Nightclub owner promises live music and community spirit in a small Alberta town

A former Seventh Day Adventists church in Boyle is set to undergo a dramatic transformation, becoming a vibrant nightclub offering live music and affordable food.
Former federal politician who once faked radio interview looks to re-enter politics

Former federal politician who once faked radio interview looks to re-enter politics

Decades after a series of scandals derailed his political career, former Member of Parliament Rahim Jaffer is attempting a comeback, announcing his candidacy for mayor of Edmonton.
Enbridge says it would pitch new Alberta-B.C. pipeline only under right conditions

Enbridge says it would pitch new Alberta-B.C. pipeline only under right conditions

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is confident a private-sector pipeline operator will propose shipping oilsands crude to Prince Rupert, B.C. However, industry players are hesitant to commit to such a project.
Alberta panel member says ask Premier Smith about idea to cut aid to some newcomers

Alberta panel member says ask Premier Smith about idea to cut aid to some newcomers

Business Council of Alberta president Adam Legge says questions about potentially excluding certain immigrants from services like health care should be addressed to Premier Danielle Smith.
No deal yet: Alberta teachers still on strike path amid summer talks

No deal yet: Alberta teachers still on strike path amid summer talks

Alberta teachers and the government are scheduled for further talks later this month as the threat of a strike looms over the province's education system.
Immigration, pension: A look at survey questions put forward by Alberta Next panel

Immigration, pension: A look at survey questions put forward by Alberta Next panel

The Alberta Next panel, chaired by Premier Danielle Smith, is holding town halls this summer to get feedback on how the province should stand up to Ottawa while building a "strong and sovereign Alberta within Canada.
Alberta Next panel announced with legislature members, academics and business leaders

Alberta Next panel announced with legislature members, academics and business leaders

Premier Danielle Smith says following a summer of town halls across the province, the panel is to recommend ideas and policy proposals that would be put to Albertans in a referendum next year.
Alberta's auditor general granted extra $1M for health procurement probe

Alberta's auditor general granted extra $1M for health procurement probe

The investigation into Alberta's health contracts is intensifying, as the Auditor General receives a substantial funding boost to thoroughly examine claims of corruption and overpricing.
Sovereignty townhalls planned amid petition for Alberta independence

Sovereignty townhalls planned amid petition for Alberta independence

As the Alberta Prosperity Project (APP) pushes for a referendum on Alberta's sovereignty, questions remain about the rules of the game. CEO Mitch Sylvestre emphasizes the need for clarity on voting eligibility and majority thresholds before proceeding.
'He was like my big brother': Friend identifies second victim of Banff rockfall

'He was like my big brother': Friend identifies second victim of Banff rockfall

A 28-year-old survivor of the rockfall says Hamza Benhilal was one of two people who died after a slab of mountain gave way last Thursday, raining rock down on hikers at Bow Glacier Falls, about 200 kilometres northwest of Calgary.
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