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COVID numbers in rural Alberta drop since fourth wave

COVID numbers in rural Alberta drop since fourth wave

Rural Albertans continue to remain frustrated with the government as the new rules roll out, said Slave Lake Mayor Tyler Warman, with many left wondering why thousands of people can pack into hockey arenas to see professional teams play while in their small community they are limited on who they can host in their houses.
Alberta government announces changes to controversial school curriculum

Alberta government announces changes to controversial school curriculum

"We will face curriculum implementation by staggering subjects starting this fall," Education Minister Adriana LaGrange said at a news conference Monday.
Poll suggests 40 per cent of Canadians know unvaccinated people, don't discuss issue

Poll suggests 40 per cent of Canadians know unvaccinated people, don't discuss issue

Respondents on the Prairies were most inclined to drop the subject and “say it's fine," according to the poll findings.
Canmore's Gerry Hurley wins top conservation award

Canmore's Gerry Hurley wins top conservation award

“I like to do my part to try and protect the wildlife, particularly the grizzly bears. It’s been an amazing experience,” said Canmore's Gerry Hurley.
OPINION: It's time for Alberta to modernize its teacher investigation process

OPINION: It's time for Alberta to modernize its teacher investigation process

'If improving safety for children and increasing the quality of Alberta’s already great system works against the mandate of the ATA, then the minister’s point has been made for her.'
Bill 21 changes the fight against impaired driving

Bill 21 changes the fight against impaired driving

The Provincial Administrative Penalties Act is changing how the RCMP penalizes impaired drivers and handle traffic ticket disputes.
Bow Valley wolf pack roaming far and wide

Bow Valley wolf pack roaming far and wide

“This pack has been quite secretive all summer and into fall compared to their usual habits and they’ve been rather wary, which is a really good thing,” said Blair Fyten, a human-wildlife coexistence specialist with Banff National Park.
Expansion of e-bike trails in Banff National Park draws controversy

Expansion of e-bike trails in Banff National Park draws controversy

“Parks Canada has made a mockery of its so-called core planning values of transparency and science-based decision-making. “It needs to rescind this latest policy change, go back to the drawing board and give this issue the public scrutiny it deserves," said Reg Bunyan, vice-president of Bow Valley Naturalists.
Screaming woman in rural Foothills field not found after resident calls 911

Screaming woman in rural Foothills field not found after resident calls 911

OKOTOKS: A rural resident said he was unable to get help in time after calling 911 when he heard a girl screaming for help in a field across from his house.
Coquihalla repairs ahead of schedule, highway expected to open to essential travel in early January

Coquihalla repairs ahead of schedule, highway expected to open to essential travel in early January

When Coquihalla reopens, B.C. plans to reopen Highway 3 to recreational travel
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