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Additional support necessary to meet new EV sales mandates: Automakers

Additional support necessary to meet new EV sales mandates: Automakers

CALGARY — Canadian automakers say the dollar value of an existing federal incentive for consumers who purchase electric vehicles will need to triple in order for the Liberal government to be successful with its ambitious new EV sales mandates.
De Havilland to manufacture line of firefighting planes in Calgary

De Havilland to manufacture line of firefighting planes in Calgary

CALGARY — De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited says it is reviving a water bomber aircraft manufacturing program that will bring 500 jobs to Calgary, Alta.
Draisaitl, McDavid lead Edmonton Oilers to 4-3 shootout win over Los Angeles Kings

Draisaitl, McDavid lead Edmonton Oilers to 4-3 shootout win over Los Angeles Kings

EDMONTON — It certainly had the feel of a potential first-round playoff matchup.
Carbon capture tax credit a divisive topic; opinions split over potential benefits

Carbon capture tax credit a divisive topic; opinions split over potential benefits

CALGARY — A forthcoming federal tax credit for carbon capture and storage is spurring debate between those who say it will help Canada achieve its emissions reduction goals, and those who view it as a thinly veiled subsidy for the oil and gas industr
Alberta bill proposes regulatory 'sandbox' to help financial-tech companies grow

Alberta bill proposes regulatory 'sandbox' to help financial-tech companies grow

EDMONTON — Alberta is proposing rules that would make it easier for entrepreneurs to test products in the emerging field of cryptocurrencies and online banking.
Alberta government proposing education for judges on sexual assault law

Alberta government proposing education for judges on sexual assault law

EDMONTON — The Alberta government has introduced a bill that would require new provincial court judges to be trained in sexual assault law and to recognize stereotypes that lead to prejudice and social bias against victims.
Calgary Stampede unveils poster, promises pre-pandemic-style event this year

Calgary Stampede unveils poster, promises pre-pandemic-style event this year

CALGARY — Officials with the Calgary Stampede have begun the countdown to this year's Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. Stampede president Steve McDonough unveiled on Wednesday the poster for 2022's popular rodeo and exhibition.
Cannabis retailer High Tide buying two stores in Ontario's cottage country for $2.8M

Cannabis retailer High Tide buying two stores in Ontario's cottage country for $2.8M

CALGARY — Cannabis retailer High Tide Inc. has signed a deal to buy Livonit Foods Inc., which operates two stores in Ontario under the Bud Heaven banner. The company is paying $2.8 million in shares for the stores located in Bracebridge, Ont.
'It's incredible': Paralyzed Broncos hockey player getting upgrade on spinal device

'It's incredible': Paralyzed Broncos hockey player getting upgrade on spinal device

CALGARY — A former junior hockey player with life-altering injuries from a bus crash four years ago is getting a boost he's been anticipating for two years.
Nichushkin scores twice, Keumper stops 44 shots as Avalanche nip Flames 2-1

Nichushkin scores twice, Keumper stops 44 shots as Avalanche nip Flames 2-1

CALGARY — The Colorado Avalanche's power play was lethal as usual Tuesday night, even without injured star Nathan MacKinnon.
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