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Search for missing helicopter flying from Calgary to Sicamous underway near Revelstoke

Search for missing helicopter flying from Calgary to Sicamous underway near Revelstoke

REVELSTOKE — Rescue crews are searching for a helicopter that is believed to have went missing in Glacier National Park, east of Revelstoke, B.C., on Friday.
Wildfire biggest issue of 2023 says Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society executive director

Wildfire biggest issue of 2023 says Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society executive director

Of the many major environmental issues that headlined news stories during 2023, it’s easy for Kecia Kerr to choose the biggest: wildfires.
Homeless in Northern Alberta town have options as temps drop and new shelter remains closed

Homeless in Northern Alberta town have options as temps drop and new shelter remains closed

Existing shelter and outdoor camp remain open during cold snap
Missing Alberta senior found more than a day after calling 911, taken to hospital by STARS

Missing Alberta senior found more than a day after calling 911, taken to hospital by STARS

A 71-year-old who went missing in the Diamond Valley area on Jan. 4 has been located and airlifted to hospital.
Cadaver dog findings indicate human remains at Delmas residential school

Cadaver dog findings indicate human remains at Delmas residential school

"The findings are of a sensitive nature, but it is crucial to transparently present our discoveries:" project leader
Turner Valley RCMP request help finding missing senior who called 911 after falling from truck

Turner Valley RCMP request help finding missing senior who called 911 after falling from truck

RCMP said Allan Bowman hasn't been heard from since late on Jan. 4 and an extensive search has come up empty
Lac Ste. Anne County settles administration building lawsuit for over $8 million

Lac Ste. Anne County settles administration building lawsuit for over $8 million

Councillors decided to accept recommendation of arbitrator and legal team for $8.5 million
Alberta and Canada-wide events mark National Ribbon Skirt Day

Alberta and Canada-wide events mark National Ribbon Skirt Day

Colourful ribbon skirts and ribbon shirts bring awareness and highlight proud Indigenous culture
Here is how many countries you can visit visa-free with a Canadian passport

Here is how many countries you can visit visa-free with a Canadian passport

Canada's travel document ranked among the world's most powerful and wait times to obtain one have drastically improved.
Avian flu feared in Canadian polar bears after disease kills bear in Alaska

Avian flu feared in Canadian polar bears after disease kills bear in Alaska

Scientists fear Canadian polar bears may be threatened by the spread of avian flu after officials confirmed the disease killed a bear in Alaska.
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