Edmonton news

• Albertan behind landmark transgender rights case identifies herself

  20-11-2018 23:48 via globalnews.ca
  Four years after winning a legal case against the government of Alberta that provided her with a birth certificate accurately reflecting her identity, Cathy Fitzpatrick is introducing herself.
  
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• Liberals willing to use back-to-work legislation to end Canada Post strike if deal not reached

  20-11-2018 23:45 via globalnews.ca
  Canada Post is dealing with a fifth week of rotating strikes by its unionized workers as both sides remain apart in contract negotiations.
  
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• Mountie hit by vehicle, suspect shot during ‘confrontation’ between RCMP and suspected vehicle thieves near Hinton

  20-11-2018 23:19 via globalnews.ca
  Alberta's police watchdog is investigating an incident that occurred near Hinton, Alta., in which it says an RCMP officer was struck by a vehicle and a suspect was shot.
  
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• More money for Alberta petrochemical diversification: ‘We must take greater control of our economic destiny’

  20-11-2018 23:04 via globalnews.ca
  Premier Rachel Notley says the province is adding $600 million to promote upgrading projects that she says will create jobs and boost the economy.
  
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• Bill 27 intended to take politics out of decisions about Alberta public-sector pensions

  20-11-2018 22:57 via cbc.ca
  Politicians would be taken out of decisions made about provincial public-sector pension plans under a new bill introduced Tuesday in the Alberta legislature.
  
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• Grey Cup arrives in Edmonton ahead of Sunday’s tilt

  20-11-2018 22:46 via globalnews.ca
  Nov 20 – The Grey Cup has arrived in Edmonton ahead of the big game Sunday. It was welcomed at CFB Edmonton Tuesday, officially kicking off Grey Cup week.
  
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• 40 years of singing with Sharon and Bram

  20-11-2018 22:46 via globalnews.ca
  They’ve been singing to children for four decades. Lois passed away three years ago, but Sharon and Bram are travelling the country on their farewell music tour. Kim Smith has their message.
  
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• A cross-country feat on two feet: Albertan recounts the tales of hiking the Great Trail

  20-11-2018 22:30 via cbc.ca
  'If you're going to do something huge like that, never ever look at the map. You just look at what's in front.'
  
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• Truth Be Told: An Anthology of Inspirational Stories by Women in the Law

  20-11-2018 22:19 via globalnews.ca
  Tue, Nov 20 – Three Edmonton lawyers have written a book about the challenges that remain for young women heading into a legal career and their attempt to address it. Teresa Haykowsky, Jeananne Kirwin and Sarah Eadie joined Jennifer Crosby to share some of the insights in “Truth Be Told: An Anthology of Inspirational Stories...
  
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• No warm welcome home for Alberta Holocaust denier

  20-11-2018 22:15 via cbc.ca
  A Jasper, Alta., woman who spent time in a German prison for denying the Holocaust says she has not received a warm welcome home by the people in her community.
  
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• Alberta RCMP officer and suspect injured in 'confrontation' near Hinton

  20-11-2018 21:48 via cbc.ca
  An RCMP officer and a suspect were both injured Tuesday during a confrontation outside Hinton, police said in a news release.
  
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• 'Really a disgrace': Alberta curling legend calls out boozers booted from bonspiel

  20-11-2018 21:27 via cbc.ca
  Drunken players booted from an Alberta bonspiel over the weekend should have taken time for sober second thought, says Wally Ursuliak.
  
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• Kenney calls for oil production cut as report paints bleak fiscal future for Alberta

  20-11-2018 21:00 via globalnews.ca
  While the province looks at ways to temporarily address the oil price differential, an Alberta economist has some long-term fiscal recommendations. But the premier says big cuts or a sales tax aren't on the table.
  
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• 'The time is now': Alberta boosts support for oil and gas upgrading

  20-11-2018 20:36 via cbc.ca
  In a bid to combat the effects of low energy prices, Alberta is boosting its investment in two petrochemical upgrading programs to $2.1 billion, the government said Tuesday.
  
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• Province investigating death of young man ejected from Edmonton bar

  20-11-2018 20:36 via cbc.ca
  Alberta Gaming Liquor and Cannabis has launched an investigation into the death of a young man who was told to leave an Edmonton bar last weekend in freezing weather.
  
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• 5 things to know about new Edmonton Oilers coach Ken Hitchcock

  20-11-2018 20:10 via globalnews.ca
  Ken Hitchcock has put a brief retirement behind him to coach his hometown Edmonton Oilers. Here's five things to know about the decorated coach.
  
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• Grey Cup trophy arrives in Edmonton for the big game

  20-11-2018 20:09 via globalnews.ca
  The Grey Cup trophy arrived via military helicopter transport in Edmonton Tuesday morning, when it was greeted by troops at CFB Edmonton.
  
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• Economist says Alberta on track to reach ‘shocking’ debt levels if changes are not made

  20-11-2018 20:02 via globalnews.ca
  Alberta Economist Trevor Tombe is warning of a grim financial future and says we must find other ways to fill the provincial bank account. As Kendra Slugoski explains, Tombe says the province’s debt could hit shocking levels by 2040.
  
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• Cryogenics experts at loss to explain Leduc gas accident deaths

  20-11-2018 19:48 via cbc.ca
  Experts in the cryogenic industry say they are waiting for answers from an investigation into the deaths of three men last week in a Leduc industrial accident.
  
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• Cryogenics experts 'at a loss' to explain Leduc gas accident deaths

  20-11-2018 19:48 via cbc.ca
  Experts in the cryogenic industry say they are waiting for answers from an investigation into the deaths of three men last week in a Leduc industrial accident.
  
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• Todd McLellan out as Edmonton Oilers’ head coach, Ken Hitchcock in

  20-11-2018 19:47 via globalnews.ca
  Todd McLellan has been fired as the head coach of the Edmonton Oilers. The team announced Tuesday Ken Hitchcock will take over behind the bench.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers in familiar position with Todd McLellan firing

  20-11-2018 19:44 via globalnews.ca
  Ken Hitchcock became the Edmonton Oilers seventh coach since 2009 after he was hired to replace Todd McLellan on Tuesday.
  
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• Oilers fire head coach Todd McLellan, hire Ken Hitchcock

  20-11-2018 17:41 via cbc.ca
  The Edmonton Oilers have fired head coach Todd McLellan.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers fire head coach Todd McLellan, hire Ken Hitchcock

  20-11-2018 17:41 via globalnews.ca
  The Edmonton Oilers are moving on from head coach Todd McLellan, replacing him with Ken Hitchcock.
  
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• ‘Fallen Angels’ comedy takes the stage at Edmonton’s Varscona Theatre

  20-11-2018 16:49 via globalnews.ca
  The play ‘Fallen Angels’ is about two happily married best friends, who both once counted a dashing Frenchman as their lover. When he shows up while the two women’s husbands are away, he reminds the two housewives what they might be missing – and comedic, champagne-fueled antics ensue. Actress Belinda Cornish shares more details, and...
  
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• Chris Jericho on his rock band, Fozzy, its rapid momentum and his upcoming Canadian tour

  20-11-2018 16:32 via globalnews.ca
  WWE legend Chris Jericho sat down with Global News to detail his band's latest album, 'Judas.'
  
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• Edmonton police searching for suspected liquor thief

  20-11-2018 16:23 via globalnews.ca
  Edmonton police are searching for a woman accused of stealing alcohol in at least 15 separate incidents since August.
  
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• Is Doug Ford a friend or foe to Andrew Scheer?

  20-11-2018 15:50 via globalnews.ca
  The Panel discusses the so called Alberta oil gap and talk about the relationship between Premier Doug Ford and Federal Conservative leader Andrew Scheer as the next federal election approaches
  
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• Help deliver compassion in our community with Santa YEG

  20-11-2018 15:20 via globalnews.ca
  For the past five years, volunteers have ventured out to lend a hand to those less fortunate in our city by delivering meals to those who would otherwise go without. You can help by volunteering or by donating to the cause.
  
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• Grey Cup Festival snarls traffic for rush hour commuters in Edmonton

  20-11-2018 15:00 via cbc.ca
  The CFL’s Grey Cup festival is expected to draw locals and visitors to downtown Edmonton over the next few days, and with it, more headaches for people commuting by vehicle or bus.
  
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• Grandmothers of Alberta for a New Generation Tiny Trees & Terrific Treasures

  20-11-2018 14:41 via globalnews.ca
  Grandmothers of Alberta for a New Generation are getting ready for the holiday season with a number of events that are sure to put you in the Christmas spirit. Lorna Rogers and Betty Reitan explain.
  
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• Edmonton defence lawyer faces charges for alleged incident at nightclub

  20-11-2018 14:00 via cbc.ca
  An Edmonton criminal defence lawyer is facing charges after allegedly getting kicked out of a downtown nightclub and threatening a police officer.
  
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• Edmonton early morning weather forecast: Tuesday, November 20, 2018

  20-11-2018 13:23 via globalnews.ca
  Here’s Mike Sobel’s Tuesday, November 20, 2018 early morning weather forecast for Edmonton, Alberta and the surrounding area.
  
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• Grey Cup to get military escort during stay in Edmonton

  20-11-2018 13:00 via cbc.ca
  The most coveted prize in the Canadian Football League was scheduled to arrive at Edmonton International Airport Tuesday morning.
  
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• 40 years of kids shows: Sharon and Bram’s biggest message to parents

  20-11-2018 12:00 via globalnews.ca
  Following thousands of live shows over the span of 40 years, Sharon Hampson and Bram Morrison, with the late Lois Lilienstein, have had a front row seat to changing family dynamics.
  
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• Man found dead after leaving south Edmonton bar

  20-11-2018 07:00 via globalnews.ca
  The Ranch Roadhouse has offered its condolences to the family and friends of a young man who was found dead after leaving the south Edmonton bar. Albert Delitala has more on the investigation into what happened.
  
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• Petition raises questions about how Edmonton bar kicked out man later found dead

  20-11-2018 06:28 via globalnews.ca
  Some friends of a man found dead after being asked to leave a south Edmonton bar over the weekend are calling for the business to make major changes to how it operates.
  
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• Edmonton MP suing university newspaper over articles on his associations with controversial right-wing commentator

  20-11-2018 04:18 via globalnews.ca
  Days after Kerry Diotte threatened legal action against two Twitter users who accused him of being a racist for associating with a far-right political commentator, the MP announced he is suing a University of Alberta newspaper for comments made about him in the publication.
  
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• Protesters rally as Minnesota regulators reaffirm approval for Enbridge’s Line 3 pipeline project

  20-11-2018 03:53 via globalnews.ca
  Minnesota regulators reaffirmed their support Monday for Enbridge's proposal to replace its aging Line 3 crude oil pipeline across the northern part of the state, while dozens of protesters walked out of the overflow hearing to make a point about climate change.
  
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• Ainlay students cheering for their connection to 106th Grey Cup

  20-11-2018 03:45 via globalnews.ca
  There's a Rick Campbell leadership award at Harry Ainlay High for a reason, says current Titans coach Brock Ralph. So that's why they'll be cheering on the Redblacks in Sunday's 106th Grey Cup at Commonwealth Stadium.
  
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• Canada Post worker in Calgary speaks out against union amid strike

  20-11-2018 03:03 via globalnews.ca
  A Canada Post worker is speaking out against the Canadian Union of Postal Workers as rolling strikes continue.
  
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• Alberta teen finds way to show his love for hockey after being robbed of chance to play the game

  20-11-2018 02:52 via globalnews.ca
  An Alberta teen who has been robbed of the opportunity to play the game he loves has found another way to show his love for the sport. John Sexsmith explains.
  
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• Edmonton Weather Forecast: Nov. 19

  20-11-2018 02:29 via globalnews.ca
  The Monday, Nov. 19, 2018 weather forecast for Edmonton, Alberta and the surrounding area.
  
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• Alberta premier defends how NDP caucus investigated 2 MLAs

  20-11-2018 02:21 via cbc.ca
  Alberta Premier Rachel Notley is defending how the NDP caucus investigated misconduct complaints against two MLAs after the Alberta Party called for a review into how those probes were carried out.
  
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• Man found dead after being asked to leave Edmonton bar

  20-11-2018 02:18 via cbc.ca
  A young man was found dead Sunday afternoon, two days after he was removed from an Edmonton bar.
  
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