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• Restraining order issued against mayoral candidate threatening armed visits to Alberta health-care workers

  14-05-2021 23:55 via cbc.ca
  
  Alberta Health Services has been granted a restraining order against Kevin J. Johnston, who has threatened to arm himself and go to the homes of health workers.
  
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• Alberta Health Services granted restraining order against Kevin J. Johnston

  14-05-2021 23:55 via cbc.ca
  
  Alberta Health Services has been granted a restraining order against Kevin J. Johnston, who has threatened to arm himself and go to the homes of health workers.
  
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• Calgary ultramarathoner runs 1000 kilometres in 10 days to win Great Virtual Run Across Tennessee - CTV Toronto

  14-05-2021 23:17 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  Calgary ultramarathoner runs 1000 kilometres in 10 days to win Great Virtual Run Across Tennessee  CTV Toronto
  
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• After a year in free fall, bankruptcies starting to tick upwards in Alberta - Calgary Herald

  14-05-2021 23:11 via calgaryherald.com
  
  After a year in free fall, bankruptcies starting to tick upwards in Alberta  Calgary Herald
  
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• Be prepared for spring in the valleys and winter up high if heading to the mountains this weekend

  14-05-2021 22:54 via cbc.ca
  
  It might seem like the worst weather is behind us, but rescue officials want to remind those heading out to the mountains that conditions can change quickly. 
  
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• Calgary commercial sales rise – but mostly at lower prices - Western Investor

  14-05-2021 22:31 via westerninvestor.com
  
  Calgary commercial sales rise – but mostly at lower prices  Western Investor
  
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• Spawning suckerfish embark on fish runs in Alberta's lakes and streams

  14-05-2021 22:27 via cbc.ca
  
  If you're in Alberta this spring, a fisheries scientist recommends taking a closer look at local rivers and streams for fish runs.
  
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• Alberta leadership responsible for protests against COVID-19 public health orders: expert

  14-05-2021 21:50 via globalnews.ca
  
  A criminologist says a recent court order that allows RCMP to arrest organizers of anti-lockdown rallies can limit or prevent future gatherings but does little to educate people.
  
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• 68 more Calgary flights identified with confirmed COVID-19 cases | News - Daily Hive

  14-05-2021 21:47 via dailyhive.com
  
  68 more Calgary flights identified with confirmed COVID-19 cases | News  Daily Hive
  
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• New community of Glacier Ridge breaks ground in northwest Calgary - Calgary Herald

  14-05-2021 21:46 via calgaryherald.com
  
  New community of Glacier Ridge breaks ground in northwest Calgary  Calgary Herald
  
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• Flood season arrives Saturday in Calgary, city says it is prepared - CTV Toronto

  14-05-2021 20:54 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  Flood season arrives Saturday in Calgary, city says it is prepared  CTV Toronto
  
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• Listen, learn, represent: Terry Wong launches bid for coveted Calgary Ward 7 seat - LiveWire Calgary

  14-05-2021 20:39 via livewirecalgary.com
  Listen, learn, represent: Terry Wong launches bid for coveted Calgary Ward 7 seat  LiveWire Calgary
  
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• MLA Drew Barnes speaks out after being booted from UCP caucus

  14-05-2021 20:17 via globalnews.ca
  
  MLA Drew Barnes is speaking out after being booted out of the UCP caucus. Plus, hear from Alberta Premier Jason Kenney. Kim Smith has the details.
  
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• Canadian Pacific Railway has big decision after KCS says CN has superior offer

  14-05-2021 19:56 via globalnews.ca
  
  Canadian Pacific Railway Ltd. has a big decision to make after rival CN Rail amended its takeover bid to win favour from Kansas City Southern.
  
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• Canadian Premier League delays kickoff again, looks to mid June to early July start

  14-05-2021 19:53 via globalnews.ca
  
  The CPL plans to kick off its third season without fans.
  
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• Calgary may contribute money for affordable housing in effort to access more funds from feds - CBC.ca

  14-05-2021 19:34 via cbc.ca
  
  Calgary may contribute money for affordable housing in effort to access more funds from feds  CBC.ca
  
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• Calgary may contribute money for affordable housing in effort to access more funds from feds

  14-05-2021 19:34 via cbc.ca
  
  City council will be asked to contribute “relatively minor” funding for affordable housing units in an effort to leverage money from the federal government under its rapid housing initiative, says Mayor Naheed Nenshi.
  
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• This neighbourhood was just awarded Calgary's Best Community of the Year | Curated - Daily Hive

  14-05-2021 19:00 via dailyhive.com
  
  This neighbourhood was just awarded Calgary's Best Community of the Year | Curated  Daily Hive
  
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• New climate data suggests warming trend is continuing

  14-05-2021 18:31 via globalnews.ca
  
  Record warm temperatures have persisted around the globe since 2000 and latest data continues to break those earlier records, and no cold temperature records were set this year.
  
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• You Can Now Book Outdoor Fire Pits at Calgary Parks For Spring-Summer 2021 - To Do Canada

  14-05-2021 18:30 via todocanada.ca
  
  You Can Now Book Outdoor Fire Pits at Calgary Parks For Spring-Summer 2021  To Do Canada
  
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• Rocky Mountain House doctor worries recent closure of emergency department won't be the last

  14-05-2021 18:28 via cbc.ca
  
  A doctor in Rocky Mountain House, Alta., worries a recent closure of the local emergency department will not be an isolated incident.
  
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• Everything you need to know about COVID-19 in Alberta on Friday, May 14

  14-05-2021 18:20 via cbc.ca
  
  Alberta clarified rules for people who don't wear masks in public places because of medical conditions and reported 1,558 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday.
  
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• Kenney says UCP needs to be ‘on the same team’ after vote to oust dissenters

  14-05-2021 17:48 via globalnews.ca
  
  Appearing on Shaye Ganam, Kenney said the vote to remove two MLAs was not an easy one, but a caucus has to be able to operate with solidarity and a sense of trust. 
  
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• How to turn a cabin into a profitable vacation rental

  14-05-2021 17:02 via globalnews.ca
  
  HGTV’s Scott McGillivray joins Global News Morning Calgary live via Skype to discuss the premiere of Season 2 of Scott’s Vacation House Rules on Sunday, May 16, 2021.
  
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• Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi discusses COVID-19 restrictions

  14-05-2021 17:02 via globalnews.ca
  
  Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi joins Global News Morning Calgary live via Skype to discuss a number of topics including the current COVID-19 restrictions and plans for Stampede 2021.
  
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• Gateway Village development approved for Bragg Creek

  14-05-2021 16:57 via globalnews.ca
  
  Council members in Rocky View County have given the green light for a massive new development in Bragg Creek to go forward. As Sarah Offin reports, Gateway Village includes both residential and commercial ventures.
  
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• New $100M Bragg Creek development to feature hotel, condos and retail

  14-05-2021 16:45 via globalnews.ca
  
  Construction of a new $100-million large-scale development has been approved for Bragg Creek, Alta.
  
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• The journey to bring culture to Calgary one cup of coffee at a time - LiveWire Calgary

  14-05-2021 16:03 via livewirecalgary.com
  
  The journey to bring culture to Calgary one cup of coffee at a time  LiveWire Calgary
  
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• Canucks: 3 takeaways from 4-1 loss to the Calgary Flames - The Canuck Way

  14-05-2021 16:00 via thecanuckway.com
  
  Canucks: 3 takeaways from 4-1 loss to the Calgary Flames  The Canuck Way
  
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• Ask the Experts: Alberta's top gardeners take your questions

  14-05-2021 16:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Gardening gurus Jim Hole and Kath Smyth join host Nancy Carlson for a one-hour Q&A about all things spring planting.
  
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• A tale of two cafés: The other restaurant in Mirror, Alta., chooses to follow the COVID rulebook

  14-05-2021 16:00 via cbc.ca
  
  While the Whistle Stop Cafe in Mirror, Alta., has drawn much attention for breaking health protocols, Mae's Kitchen, the hamlet's other restaurant, quietly serves customers following public health guidelines.
  
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• Calgary weather for Friday, May 14 - CTV Toronto

  14-05-2021 15:01 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  Calgary weather for Friday, May 14  CTV Toronto
  
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• Why two Alberta UCP members were kicked out of caucus

  14-05-2021 14:23 via globalnews.ca
  
  Two UCP party members were voted out of Jason Kenney’s caucus on Thursday after calling for his resignation and criticizing his COVID-19 health restrictions. Bindu Suri has details.
  
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• Judge expected to rule on challenge to 'anti-Alberta' activities inquiry

  14-05-2021 14:18 via cbc.ca
  
  A judge is expected to rule this morning on a challenge of the United Conservative government's inquiry into whether foreign groups have conspired against Alberta's oil industry.
  
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• Judge dismisses attempt by Ecojustice to quash 'anti-Alberta' activities inquiry

  14-05-2021 14:18 via cbc.ca
  
  A judge has dismissed an attempt to quash the United Conservative government's inquiry into whether foreign groups have conspired against Alberta's oil industry.
  
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• Judge dismisses attempt to quash ‘anti Alberta’ activities inquiry

  14-05-2021 14:14 via globalnews.ca
  
  Ecojustice alleges the Public Inquiry Into Funding of Anti-Alberta Energy Campaigns is biased against charities that have raised concerns about the industry.
  
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• Calgary expats Agam Darshi, Rizwan Manji find acclaim and controversy with Canadian Screen Award-nominated roles - Calgary Herald

  14-05-2021 14:05 via calgaryherald.com
  
  Calgary expats Agam Darshi, Rizwan Manji find acclaim and controversy with Canadian Screen Award-nominated roles  Calgary Herald
  
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• 35 years ago: A May snowstorm paralyzes Calgary, as the Flames win their first shot at the Stanley Cup - Calgary Herald

  14-05-2021 14:03 via calgaryherald.com
  
  35 years ago: A May snowstorm paralyzes Calgary, as the Flames win their first shot at the Stanley Cup  Calgary Herald
  
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• Okotoks, Alta., one step closer to clean energy improvement program

  14-05-2021 13:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Energy efficiency program could help homeowners in Okotoks make improvements without paying upfront costs.
  
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• CBC poll: Results give us an idea of who the vaccine hesitant in Alberta really are

  14-05-2021 13:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The most-important factor when it comes to vaccine hesitancy is populism, according to a new poll commissioned by CBC News. The most-populist respondents have a 50/50 chance of being vaccine hesitant whereas the least populist have only an eight per cent chance, says data scientist John Santos.
  
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• Lindholm, Tkachuk lead Calgary Flames in 4-1 win over Vancouver Canucks

  14-05-2021 10:24 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Calgary Flames downed the visiting Vancouver Canucks 4-1 on Thursday in a battle of clubs trying to salvage positives from their seasons.
  
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• Canadians who got AstraZeneca vaccine shouldn't regret decision, health experts say

  14-05-2021 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The more than two million Canadians who received the AstraZeneca-Oxford COVID-19 vaccine made the right choice, health experts say, despite some provinces pausing its rollout over concerns about the risk of rare blood clots.
  
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• Lindholm, Tkachuk lead Calgary Flames in 4-1 win over Vancouver Canucks - moosejawtoday.com

  14-05-2021 06:30 via moosejawtoday.com
  
  Lindholm, Tkachuk lead Calgary Flames in 4-1 win over Vancouver Canucks  moosejawtoday.com
  
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• Canadian National beats Canadian Pacific with $33.6B Kansas City bid

  14-05-2021 06:12 via cbc.ca
  
  U.S. railway operator Kansas City Southern said on Thursday that it had accepted Canadian National Railway $33.6 billion US billion acquisition offer, upending a $29 billion deal with its competitor Canadian Pacific Railway.
  
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• Elias Lindholm, Matthew Tkachuk lead the way as Flames crunch Canucks

  14-05-2021 06:04 via cbc.ca
  
  Elias Lindholm and Matthew Tkachuk each had a goal and an assist for the Calgary Flames in a 4-1 win Thursday over the visiting Vancouver Canucks.
  
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• Is pharmacogenetic testing the future of drug prescribing?

  14-05-2021 05:28 via globalnews.ca
  
  It's a science that some say could eliminate the trial-and-error approach to drug prescribing, especially for antidepressants. Could pharmacogenetic testing go mainstream?
  
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• 'This extends to Calgary': Ousted MLA's call for Kenney resignation could have broad repercussions - Calgary Herald

  14-05-2021 04:20 via calgaryherald.com
  
  'This extends to Calgary': Ousted MLA's call for Kenney resignation could have broad repercussions  Calgary Herald
  
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• Alberta MLAs Todd Loewen, Drew Barnes booted from UCP caucus after emergency meeting

  14-05-2021 04:14 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta MLAs Drew Barnes and Todd Loewen have been booted from the United Conservative Party caucus after a vote was held during an emergency meeting Thursday.
  
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• Multiple COVID-19 outbreaks at Edmonton-area child-care facilities puts pressure on families

  14-05-2021 03:39 via globalnews.ca
  
  There are at least 19 child-care facilities in the Edmonton area with confirmed COVID-19 outbreaks, and one family says that's resulted in them being stuck at home for weeks.
  
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• COVID-19 Update: 1,558 new cases, 9 deaths | 2 million doses of vaccine administered | Stampede organizers hold out hope - Calgary Herald

  14-05-2021 03:30 via calgaryherald.com
  
  COVID-19 Update: 1,558 new cases, 9 deaths | 2 million doses of vaccine administered | Stampede organizers hold out hope  Calgary Herald
  
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