Edmonton news

• Man posing as maintenance worker to gain access to seniors’ homes: Edmonton police

  16-12-2019 23:58 via globalnews.ca
  
  Police said the man poses as a maintenance worker or security guard before distracting the senior and stealing their valuables.
  
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• ‘We’ll be OK’: Edmonton police chief talks tough budget, technology and edibles in year-end interview

  16-12-2019 23:45 via globalnews.ca
  
  Edmonton Police Chief Dale McFee sat down with Global News for a year-end interview where he discussed budgets, cannabis edibles and helping the most vulnerable.
  
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• Edmonton woman who harassed triathlon coach sentenced to year in jail

  16-12-2019 23:39 via cbc.ca
  
  A woman who anonymously harassed her triathlon coach for months will be jailed for a year, an Edmonton judge ruled Monday.
  
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• Arizona Coyotes acquire Taylor Hall from New Jersey Devils for picks, prospects

  16-12-2019 23:17 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Arizona Coyotes have landed Taylor Hall.
  
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• Initiative comes to Edmonton encouraging diners to bring their own to-go box

  16-12-2019 23:12 via globalnews.ca
  
  Taking home leftovers at the end of a meal? An Edmonton woman wants you to bring your own container from home first.
  
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• Kaetlyn Osmond shares difficult transition from competitive skating: ‘I should have reached out more’

  16-12-2019 22:53 via globalnews.ca
  
  After deciding to leave competitive figure skating, Kaetlyn Osmond shut out that life and her team, cut her hair and moved to Toronto.
  
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• One dead following three vehicle collision near Drayton Valley

  16-12-2019 22:18 via globalnews.ca
  
  Police say one person is dead following an accident involving two semi-tractors and a truck on Highway 22.
  
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• One dead following 3-vehicle collision near Drayton Valley

  16-12-2019 22:18 via globalnews.ca
  
  Police say one person was killed in a crash involving two semi-tractors and a truck on Highway 22.
  
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• Alberta's top court hears arguments on federal carbon tax

  16-12-2019 21:48 via cbc.ca
  
  A lawyer for the Alberta government argued Monday before the province’s top court that the federal carbon tax is an invasive overreach by Ottawa into provincial jurisdiction. 
  
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• Alberta's top court hearing arguments on federal carbon tax

  16-12-2019 21:48 via cbc.ca
  
  A lawyer for the Alberta government argued Monday before the province’s top court that the federal carbon tax is an invasive overreach by Ottawa into provincial jurisdiction. 
  
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• Gabriel Klein knew repeated stabbing could lead to girl’s death at B.C. school: Crown

  16-12-2019 21:41 via globalnews.ca
  
  Macgowan told B.C. Supreme Court in closing arguments that both the Crown and the defence have agreed the only verdicts are either guilty of second-degree murder or manslaughter.
  
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• Shared Lines: Why one Inuvialuk woman decided to get facial tattoos

  16-12-2019 21:39 via cbc.ca
  
  'When I began to imagine that thick black line on my face, from lip to chin, I had more questions than answers as to why I wanted it,' writes Reneltta Arluk.
  
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• Edmonton woman behind campaign to bring your own to-go box to restaurants

  16-12-2019 20:54 via globalnews.ca
  
  The next time you go out to eat, an Edmonton woman wants you to bring your own to-go box. Natalie Hanke is behind the campaign to reduce waste and joins Global News at Noon Edmonton to discuss it further.
  
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• Airport security agents’ union responds to Global News investigation about screening complaints

  16-12-2019 20:52 via globalnews.ca
  
  Global News analyzed 211 complaints made against CATSA in Edmonton between 2016 and 2018 and found that 52 per cent of them related to long wait times and agent behaviour.
  
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• Public invited to give final feedback on Edmonton City Plan that prioritizes infill development

  16-12-2019 20:25 via globalnews.ca
  
  One of the main aspects of the plan is a focus on redevelopment as opposed to new developments. 
  
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• Edmonton’s Food Bank less than halfway to Festive Campaign goal

  16-12-2019 19:57 via globalnews.ca
  
  Edmonton's Food Bank is in desperate need of monetary and food donations. The organization fears it will not be able to meet demand for hampers.
  
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• Morneau 'open' to Premier Kenney's request for a boost to fiscal stabilization program

  16-12-2019 19:46 via cbc.ca
  
  Finance Minister Bill Morneau said today he's willing to consider changes to the federal fiscal stabilization program to support oil-rich provinces like Alberta, Saskatchewan and Newfoundland and Labrador now grappling with low commodity prices.
  
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• Morneau 'open' to Alberta Premier Kenney's request for a boost to fiscal stabilization program

  16-12-2019 19:46 via cbc.ca
  
  Finance Minister Bill Morneau said today he's willing to consider changes to the federal fiscal stabilization program to support oil-rich provinces like Alberta, Saskatchewan and Newfoundland and Labrador now grappling with low commodity prices.
  
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• Lawyers argue before Alberta Court of Appeal over federal carbon tax dispute

  16-12-2019 19:38 via globalnews.ca
  
  Lawyers for the Alberta government have started arguments before the province's top court against the federal carbon tax.
  
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• Public washroom on Whyte Avenue now staffed with attendant

  16-12-2019 19:10 via cbc.ca
  
  The public washroom on the northeast corner of Whyte Avenue and Gateway Boulevard will be staffed by an attendant as of today as part of a three month pilot project.
  
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• Edmonton Eskimos unveil 2020 schedule

  16-12-2019 18:57 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Edmonton Eskimos on Monday released their schedule for the 2020 CFL season.
  
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• Public washroom on Whyte Avenue to be staffed by attendant

  16-12-2019 18:51 via globalnews.ca
  
  The public washroom in Old Strathcona will soon be staffed by an attendant, in hopes of increasing cleanliness and safety at the facility.
  
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• Liquor and cannabis stores can be open on Christmas Day: AGLC

  16-12-2019 18:45 via globalnews.ca
  
  According to a news release, the changes to the AGLC policy are being made as part of the government's ongoing effort to reduce red tape in the province.
  
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• Public approval of UCP government slides 12 points, poll suggests

  16-12-2019 18:07 via cbc.ca
  
  One in five Albertans who voted for the United Conservative Party in the spring election have developed a case of buyer’s remorse, a new poll suggests.
  
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• Edmonton zoo employee struck in parking lot says he can’t remember life-changing crash

  16-12-2019 17:29 via globalnews.ca
  
  An Edmonton Valley Zoo employee hit by a car allegedly driving erratically in the parking lot was released from hospital Thursday.
  
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• Watch live as Alberta Court of Appeal hears cases for and against carbon tax

  16-12-2019 17:00 via cbc.ca
  
  This week's arguments before the Alberta Court of Appeal on the constitutionality of the federal carbon tax is being live streamed, with CBC News co-ordinating the video feed being used by a consortium of media outlets. You can watch the entire proceedings here. 
  
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• Watch as Alberta Court of Appeal hears case for and against carbon tax

  16-12-2019 17:00 via cbc.ca
  
  This week's arguments before the Alberta Court of Appeal on the constitutionality of the federal carbon tax will be live streamed, with CBC News will be co-ordinating the video feed, which will be used by a consortium of media outlets. You can watch the entire proceedings here. 
  
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• Carbon tax reference case in Alberta Court of Appeal live stream

  16-12-2019 17:00 via cbc.ca
  
  This week's arguments before the Alberta Court of Appeal on the constitutionality of the federal carbon tax will be live streamed, with CBC News co-ordinating the video feed, which will be used by a consortium of media outlets. You can watch the entire proceedings here. 
  
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• Agent behaviour, wait times dominate screening complaints at EIA

  16-12-2019 16:03 via globalnews.ca
  
  A Global News investigation has found that complaints about the security screening process often top the list of trouble for travellers.
  
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• Global News Investigates: Agent behaviour, wait times dominate screening complaints at Edmonton airport

  16-12-2019 15:54 via globalnews.ca
  
  The complaints found some agents yelled at passengers, paraded their underwear in public during baggage searches and threatened them with being able to make their flight.
  
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• Flames surging under new leadership while frustration growing for Oilers

  16-12-2019 15:48 via cbc.ca
  
  The Calgary Flames of today are nothing like the group that went 11-12-4 before Bill Peters resigned amid racism allegations. The Edmonton Oilers, on the other hand, have sputtered in that same time.
  
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• Amazon Alexa, Google Home and more: What to know about smart speakers

  16-12-2019 15:40 via globalnews.ca
  
  Amazon Echo, Google Home, Apple Homepod, Ikea Symfonisk, Sonos Move: there is no shortage of smart speaker choices out there. But what exactly do they do, are they safe and are they worth it? Online security expert David Papp explains.
  
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• Ideas for Christmas stocking stuffers with the Style Guys

  16-12-2019 15:20 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Style Guys Jason Krell and Aly Velji joined Global News Morning Edmonton with some ideas for Christmas stocking stuffers at all price points.
  
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• Police identify 16 new potential victims after arrest of ex-Montreal police officer, hockey coach

  16-12-2019 15:13 via globalnews.ca
  
  Police say the alleged sexual assaults occurred between 1972 and 1997.
  
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• Former teacher questions Alberta Teachers' Association impartiality during conflicts

  16-12-2019 15:00 via cbc.ca
  
  A former teacher who left the profession after being bullied by a colleague is questioning the Alberta Teachers’ Association ability to fairly represent its members in situations of professional conflict.
  
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• Holiday dos and don’ts: learning proper Christmas etiquette

  16-12-2019 14:40 via globalnews.ca
  
  Etiquette expert Jeannie Vaage shares some tips to gracefully navigating giving gifts and attending events as you’re trying to enjoy Christmas with friends and family.
  
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• Trans Mountain pipeline expansion to face First Nations’ legal challenge

  16-12-2019 14:02 via globalnews.ca
  
  A three-day hearing is scheduled to begin today in Vancouver.
  
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• Kenney's claim that carbon tax damaged Alberta economy refuted in court documents

  16-12-2019 14:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Premier Jason Kenney's claim that the former NDP government's carbon tax cripped the Alberta economy is contradicted by documents his own government filed in court.
  
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• Kenney's claim carbon tax damaged Alberta economy is refuted in court documents

  16-12-2019 14:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Premier Jason Kenney's claim that the former NDP government's carbon tax cripped the Alberta economy is contradicted by documents his own government filed in court.
  
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• Edmonton early morning weather forecast: Monday, December 16, 2019

  16-12-2019 13:25 via globalnews.ca
  
  Here’s Mike Sobel’s Monday, December 16, 2019 early morning weather forecast for Edmonton, Alberta and the surrounding area.
  
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• Federal carbon tax ‘sets a dangerous precedent’ as constitutional review starts: Alberta justice minister

  16-12-2019 13:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  The federal carbon tax is set to take effect on Alberta consumers on Jan. 1, imposing a $30-per-tonne charge on gasoline, diesel, propane and natural gas.
  
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• Alberta’s justice minister discusses importance of federal carbon tax challenge

  16-12-2019 13:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  In an exclusive interview with Global News ahead of the start of Alberta’s constitutional challenge of the federal carbon tax, Justice Minister Doug Schweitzer said the province has to fight for its jurisdiction and against the Liberals’ goal to amend the constitution.
  
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• Alberta has ‘unique fact scenario’ in constitutional challenge of federal carbon tax

  16-12-2019 13:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta Justice Minister Doug Schweitzer says Alberta has a “unique fact scenario” that makes the constitutional challenge of the federal carbon tax different from those of Ontario and Saskatchewan.
  
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• Ripple of workplace tragedy: Mom shares true cost of son's death on Alberta site

  16-12-2019 10:30 via cbc.ca
  
  New friendships have been forged in tragedy, while a mother is committed to keeping Suncor to task to keep worksites safe.
  
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• No cannabis edibles for Christmas in 3 provinces because of delays

  16-12-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  It will be legal to buy derivative cannabis products — like infused beer or gummy bears — on Tuesday, but three of Canada's largest provinces won't have any available until January.
  
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• WHL Roundup: Sunday, December 15, 2019

  16-12-2019 05:31 via globalnews.ca
  
  Nolan Maier kicked out 24 shots as the Saskatoon Blades beat the Prince Albert Raiders 4-1 on Sunday in Western Hockey League action.
  
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• Kris Kringle without the jingle: Edmonton organization hosts holiday party for kids with autism

  16-12-2019 04:01 via cbc.ca
  
  Like many kids, five-year-old Josten Stewart is a big fan of Santa Claus. But with all the lights, music and long lines of people, getting a picture with the big guy in red can be a challenging experience.
  
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• Edmonton weather forecast: Sunday, Dec. 15

  16-12-2019 02:54 via globalnews.ca
  
  Here’s Kevin O’Connell’s Sunday, Dec. 15 weather forecast for Edmonton, Alberta and the surrounding area.
  
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• Global News Hour at 6 Edmonton: Sunday, Dec. 15

  16-12-2019 02:25 via globalnews.ca
  
  A webcast of Global News Hour at 6 Edmonton on Sunday, Dec. 15 with Breanna Karstens-Smith.
  
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• Edmonton zoo employee struck by a vehicle in parking lot speaks out after being released from hospital

  16-12-2019 02:20 via globalnews.ca
  
  An Edmonton Valley Zoo employee hit by a car allegedly driving erratically in the parking lot was released from hospital Thursday.
  
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