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Empire Company Ltd. cuts ribbon on new Voila fulfillment centre in Balzac

Empire Company Ltd. cuts ribbon on new Voila fulfillment centre in Balzac

The new facility in East Balzac is hoping to make Empire’s home delivery stand out from its competitors.
Charter ruling conflicts with existing case law, expert says

Charter ruling conflicts with existing case law, expert says

A recent ruling by a provincial judge that found St. Albert RCMP officers breached a resident's Charter-protected privacy rights isn't an unusual case; however, one particular element contradicts existing case law, says a University of Alberta law professor.
Airdrie Pro Rodeo promises thrilling action this Canada Day weekend

Airdrie Pro Rodeo promises thrilling action this Canada Day weekend

With thrilling action, engaging entertainment, and a genuine spirit of unity, the Airdrie Pro Rodeo promises an unforgettable weekend for all attendees.
Mannawanis Native Friendship Centre pursuing transitional housing project

Mannawanis Native Friendship Centre pursuing transitional housing project

Mannawanis Native Friendship Centre is also working alongside Alberta Health Services, providing the program to both Indigenous and non-Indigenous people.
Canadian economy steady in April as real GDP remains unchanged, StatCan reports

Canadian economy steady in April as real GDP remains unchanged, StatCan reports

The federal agency's advance estimate suggests real gross domestic product grew 0.4 per cent in May, led by the manufacturing and wholesale trade sectors.
Rotary Club of Airdrie celebrates 40 years of community service and fundraising

Rotary Club of Airdrie celebrates 40 years of community service and fundraising

The Airdrie club branch has been actively involved in supporting local and international causes through events like its annual golf tournament and well-known lobster boil, raising funds for organizations including the BGC Airdrie Club and the Airdrie Food Bank, among many others.
World entering 'period of uncertainty' as AI makes advances: Hinton

World entering 'period of uncertainty' as AI makes advances: Hinton

"We have to take seriously the possibility that they get to be smarter than us, which seems quite likely, and they have goals of their own, which seems quite likely."
Alberta optimistic about this year's budget forecast despite drop in oil prices

Alberta optimistic about this year's budget forecast despite drop in oil prices

"You're seeing right now the most diversified economy Alberta has ever seen. It's happening in tech, in agri-food investment, (and) film and television."
Injured black bear collared, monitored in Banff National Park

Injured black bear collared, monitored in Banff National Park

“If anyone sees a bear limping they will probably give it food. People sometimes reposed to injured animals with their heart and not all their wisdom – and that would be a big problem."
Agricultural disaster declared in Foothills County

Agricultural disaster declared in Foothills County

Drought conditions led Foothills County to declare an agricultural disaster on June 28, as some areas of the County experience a near-full crop failure.
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