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• Alberta introduces firearms act to counter federal legislation

  07-03-2023 23:52
  
  The Alberta government introduced legislation Tuesday aimed at bulking up in its ongoing firearms feud with the federal government. Bill 8 is meant to strengthen the province's ability to regulate, administer and advocate on behalf of firearms owners. Alberta Justice Minister Tyler Shandro has been critical of the federal Liberals' Bill C-21, which includes a national handgun freeze and prohibition on many assault-style firearms. He has indicated Alberta would not agree to having RCMP officers a
  
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• City of Calgary looking for feedback on the future of Weaselhead Flats, Glenmore parks

  07-03-2023 23:31
  
  The City of Calgary is looking for public feedback as officials work to develop a 10-year plan for managing the Weaselhead Flats and Glenmore park areas. Located along the Elbow River, the Weaslehead/Glenmore area is among the richest in the city in terms of biodiversity. Calgary Parks and Open Spaces say the 10-year habitat plan is being created to keep it that way.   "The project will draw on the skills and expertise of city staff," said Jason Weiler, a parks ecologist. "But we also
  
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• Lethbridge council defeats proposal to hike downtown parking fines

  07-03-2023 23:15
  
  Lethbridge city council has unanimously defeated a proposal to increase parking fines in the downtown core, following concerns that were brought forward over the issue. The amendment to the parking bylaw was looking at doubling the fine from $25 to $50, but because of feedback collected during a public meeting on Feb. 15, council voted it down. Mayor Blaine Hyggen said in a release that he is proud of the communication that took place. "Our council listened to the many concerns brought forward o
  
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• Unpaid oilpatch taxes rise again despite industry boom, say rural municipalities

  07-03-2023 23:11 via globalnews.ca
  
  The group says energy companies owe towns and villages in which they operate a total of $268 million, up more than six per cent from last year.
  
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• Unpaid oilpatch taxes rise again despite energy industry boom, say rural Alberta municipalities

  07-03-2023 23:11 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Rural Municipalities of Alberta said energy companies now owe towns and villages in which they operate a total of $268 million — up 261 per cent since 2018.
  
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• Alberta has lots of paramedics but a 'toxic work environment,' narrow view on health: report

  07-03-2023 22:48
  
  There are more than twice as many paramedics per capita in Alberta than Quebec and Ontario so staffing is not what's causing a "crisis" in the system, according to a new report by the Parkland Institute. Lights and Sirens: The Critical Condition of EMS in Alberta was released Tuesday morning by author and medical sociologist Michael K. Corman. The report states that while most paramedics surveyed believe the system needs more staff and ambulances, federal data disputes that. In 2020, Alberta had
  
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• More skincare products that could pose serious health risks seized in Calgary

  07-03-2023 22:43
  
  Health Canada is warning the public to stop using several skincare products sold by a Calgary company, saying they contain ingredients that can pose serious health risks. Officials seized the unauthorized skin lightening products from Calgary warehouses and removed them from sale online. The products are from Brilliant Skin Essentials' Brilliant Rejuv line, including the Brilliant Rejuv Set, Topical Solution (Toner) and Topical Cream. All of the products contain tretinoin, a presc
  
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• Sketch of Bragg Creek cross-country skiing assault suspect released

  07-03-2023 21:33
  
  RCMP has released a composite sketch of the suspect in a February assault on a cross-country ski trail west of Calgary. Officers were called to a trail in the Bragg Creek area on the afternoon of Feb. 25 for reports a skier had been attacked. The offender fled the area prior to the arrival of police. The assault victim was taken to hospital for treatment of his undisclosed injuries. On Tuesday, RCMP released the sketch of the suspect who is described as: Having a light complexion; Approximately
  
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• Tyler Shandro's Law Society hearing set to resume in June

  07-03-2023 21:06
  
  A Law Society of Alberta (LSA) hearing involving the province's current justice minister will continue in June, two weeks after a provincial election is set to take place. Tyler Shandro is facing three allegations that he breached the LSA's code of conduct while he was Alberta's health minister in 2020.  The continuation of Shandro's virtual hearing is scheduled to run from June 12 - 14. Shandro is accused of "behaving inappropriately by engaging in conduct that brings reputation of the pro
  
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• Shandro’s law society conduct hearing to continue in June

  07-03-2023 21:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Law Society of Alberta's hearing of alleged code of conduct breaches by Justice Minister Tyler Shandro when he was health minister continues in June.
  
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• Government adds indecency, abortion offences to list of 'unjust ... - Lethbridge News Now

  07-03-2023 20:24 via news.google.com
  
  Government adds indecency, abortion offences to list of 'unjust ...  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Police seek tips as Calgary woman's disappearance enters second month

  07-03-2023 20:06
  
  The Calgary Police Service is asking for help from the public as the search continues for a woman who has been missing for more than a month. CPS officials say 23-year-old Georgia Grace Lynn Kroeker's last known whereabouts were in downtown Calgary on Feb. 5. There are concerns for Kroeker's well-being but investigators do not believe foul play is involved. She is described as:Approximately 163 centimetres (5'4") tall; Weighing 54 kilograms (120 pounds); Having a slim build; Having brown hair;
  
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• Judicial council reviewing complaint against Supreme Court of ... - Lethbridge News Now

  07-03-2023 19:24 via news.google.com
  
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• Grande Prairie votes in favour of municipal police service - Lethbridge News Now

  07-03-2023 19:23 via news.google.com
  
  Grande Prairie votes in favour of municipal police service  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Lethbridge County approves livestock in hamlets - My Lethbridge Now

  07-03-2023 18:48 via news.google.com
  
  Lethbridge County approves livestock in hamlets  My Lethbridge Now
  
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• 1,000 extra apprenticeship spaces a boost to both post-secondary system and workforce, says Alberta government

  07-03-2023 18:17
  
  Alberta is spending $15 million more over three years to create 1,000 new apprenticeship spaces.  The boost in funding was allocated in Budget 2023, released one week ago.  In total, the provincial government will spend $42 million in 2023-24 on Apprenticeship Learning Grants.  Government ministers touted the dollars as an important investment into both Alberta's post-secondary system and workforce.  Kaycee Madu, minister of skilled trades and professions, told CTV News Edmon
  
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• Opposition continues to push for public inquiry into foreign interference - Lethbridge News Now

  07-03-2023 18:13 via news.google.com
  
  Opposition continues to push for public inquiry into foreign interference  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Elite Series rookie Cooper Gallant starting trend among Canadian ... - Lethbridge News Now

  07-03-2023 17:42 via news.google.com
  
  Elite Series rookie Cooper Gallant starting trend among Canadian ...  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Grande Prairie council votes to dump RCMP, create municipal police service

  07-03-2023 16:06
  Early Tuesday morning, the majority of Grande Prairie's council voted in favour of ditching the RCMP and creating a local police force.  Debate on the topic went past midnight, with councillors eventually voting 8-1 in favour of replacing the RCMP.  "These decisions are not taken lightly," Grande Prairie mayor Jackie Clayton told her colleagues. "We are elected to make decisions. We cannot abdicate our decision-making process. We need to make a decision today."  She was one of eig
  
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• A snowy end to the week in Calgary

  07-03-2023 16:00
  
  We're still hanging out underneath a colossal trough – for scope comparison, here's a look at GFS model temperatures near the high point today (temperatures in Fahrenheit):Every forecast model at my disposal from yesterday said and did the same darned thing – heavy, heavy cloud, little to no presence of flurries. Anyways, looking at flurry potential for the next couple of days, all the same – a lesser chance today than what tomorrow offers, but still, it's present. The Wednesda
  
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• Don Martin: Finally and inevitably, Trudeau waved the white flag

  07-03-2023 15:56
  
  Finally and inevitably, he waved the white flag. An inquiry if necessary, but not necessarily an inquiry, will likely be called to probe allegations of Chinese interference in Canada’s elections. This after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau surrendered to intense internal and external pressure and reluctantly pledged action after weeks of denying any further action was needed.Capital Dispatch: Sign up for in-depth political coverage of Parliament HillA "special rapporteur" with a "wide mandate
  
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• Bangladesh building explosion kills at least 14; scores hurt - Lethbridge News Now

  07-03-2023 15:16 via news.google.com
  
  Bangladesh building explosion kills at least 14; scores hurt  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Toffoli scores late winner as Flames burn Stars 5-4

  07-03-2023 14:19
  
  Calgary Flames forward Tyler Toffoli took a peek at the clock as he was charging down the middle of the ice toward the Dallas net.  "I saw that I had enough time to kind of do whatever I wanted, and obviously made the right choice," Toffoli said.  Toffoli scored on a breakaway with 6.2 seconds left as the Flames beat Central Division-leading Dallas 5-4 on Monday night for their first win in six games after giving up a two-goal lead in the third period. His 26th goal was a wrister past
  
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• Lethbridge promoter receives lifetime achievement award at JUNOS - Alberta Prime Times

  07-03-2023 14:00 via news.google.com
  Lethbridge promoter receives lifetime achievement award at JUNOS  Alberta Prime Times
  
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• MPs should push grocer CEOs to disclose margins on food, experts say

  07-03-2023 12:16
  
  As members of Parliament gear up to grill the CEOs of Canada's largest grocery store chains, experts say elected officials should push for more transparency on why grocers are making so much money. The CEOs and presidents of Loblaw Cos. Ltd., Metro Inc. and Empire Co. Ltd. -- which operates chains including Sobeys, Safeway and FreshCo -- are set to testify before the House of Commons agriculture committee on Wednesday as part of its study on food inflation. Sylvain Charlebois, director of the Ag
  
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• Amid high inflation, MPs should push grocer CEOs to disclose margins on food: experts

  07-03-2023 12:16
  
  As members of Parliament gear up to grill the CEOs of Canada's largest grocery store chains, experts say elected officials should push for more transparency on why grocers are making so much money. The CEOs and presidents of Loblaw Cos. Ltd., Metro Inc. and Empire Co. Ltd. -- which operates chains including Sobeys, Safeway and FreshCo -- are set to testify before the House of Commons agriculture committee on Wednesday as part of its study on food inflation. Sylvain Charlebois, director of the Ag
  
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• Water main break leads to evacuation near the site of the Lethbridge ... - Lethbridge News Now

  07-03-2023 09:00 via news.google.com
  
  Water main break leads to evacuation near the site of the Lethbridge ...  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Pettersson pots milestone as Canucks edge Predators 4-3 in shootout - Lethbridge News Now

  07-03-2023 07:36 via news.google.com
  
  Pettersson pots milestone as Canucks edge Predators 4-3 in shootout  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Seth Jones scores twice as Blackhawks beat Senators 5-0 - Lethbridge News Now

  07-03-2023 06:24 via news.google.com
  
  Seth Jones scores twice as Blackhawks beat Senators 5-0  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Toffoli saves best for last as Flames burn Stars 5-4 - Lethbridge News Now

  07-03-2023 06:08 via news.google.com
  
  Toffoli saves best for last as Flames burn Stars 5-4  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Murray scores 24 points, Nuggets rally past Raptors 118-113 - Lethbridge News Now

  07-03-2023 06:08 via news.google.com
  
  Murray scores 24 points, Nuggets rally past Raptors 118-113  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Sharks stun Jets with late comeback, 3-2 win in OT - Lethbridge News Now

  07-03-2023 04:50 via news.google.com
  
  Sharks stun Jets with late comeback, 3-2 win in OT  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• McDavid scores 2 in Oilers' 3-2 win over Sabres - Lethbridge News Now

  07-03-2023 04:50 via news.google.com
  
  McDavid scores 2 in Oilers' 3-2 win over Sabres  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Survey of Alberta doctors suggests concerns about anti-Indigenous biases in health care

  07-03-2023 04:21
  
  The Metis Nation of Alberta says many of its members have experienced racism when accessing Alberta's health-care system. "Rather than risk being discriminated against or feeling less than … They’re choosing not to go," said Reagan Bartel, director of health for the Metis Nation of Alberta. "Our community feels that very deeply, that physicians are above and Metis people are below, and that’s not a good place to be when you’re seeking help."  A survey of Alberta doc
  
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• Why Smith says there was no money to revitalize downtown Calgary in Budget 2023

  07-03-2023 02:59
  
  Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek did not provide a "priority list" with her asks for Budget 2023. "It just so happens that we didn't receive a priority list from the City of Calgary," said Smith Monday.  Smith said the number one priority from both Edmonton and Calgary was public safety, a key component that was delivered on in the budget, according to the premier.  "I'm looking forward to meeting with Mayor Gondek to find out what her priorities are, and
  
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• Newcomers to Canada ‘most vulnerable’ to rental scams

  07-03-2023 02:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  A Calgary couple is warning others after having to turn away several hopeful renters who were scammed into believing the house was available.
  
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• Blackfoot culture becomes part of school meal planning in Fort Macleod, Alta.

  07-03-2023 01:22 via globalnews.ca
  
  Elders are joining students during meal times to share stories and Indigenous culture.
  
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• What's happening in Lethbridge this week: March 6, 2023 - Lethbridge News Now

  07-03-2023 01:21 via news.google.com
  
  What's happening in Lethbridge this week: March 6, 2023  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• CP NewsAlert: Prince Edward Island premier calls election for April 3 - Lethbridge News Now

  07-03-2023 01:03 via news.google.com
  
  CP NewsAlert: Prince Edward Island premier calls election for April 3  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Alberta announces $330M in funding for social sector

  07-03-2023 00:44
  
  Alberta announced a $330 million boost for the province's social sector on Monday as part of the UCP's 2023 budget. The money will be invested over the next three years and will be used to fund raises for front-line social service workers and increases for administration funding. "Today's announcement is a reflection of our government's commitment to make sure these valuable services are available for Albertans as we move forward," said Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services Jeremy N
  
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• Province expands mental health support funding - Lethbridge News Now

  07-03-2023 00:42 via news.google.com
  
  Province expands mental health support funding  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Alberta government announces additional $330M for social sector

  07-03-2023 00:39 via globalnews.ca
  
  The funding is spread over three years, with the majority earmarked for wage increases among front-line workers.
  
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• Smith says Calgary didn’t request dollars for downtown; Gondek sent letter in November

  07-03-2023 00:32 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said the City of Calgary did not ask for funding for downtown revitalization, but a letter from Mayor Jyoti Gondek in November 2022 says otherwise.
  
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• Calgary Dinos win 1st Canada West men's hockey title in 27 years

  07-03-2023 00:15
  
  It's been a long road for the University of Calgary men's hockey team to get back on top in the Canada West. The team took home a win in front of more than 1,000 fans at the Father David Bauer arena on Sunday, beating the University of Alberta Golden Bears 2-1 on in the third and deciding game. Winning the Dr. W.G. Hardy Trophy was a goal the Dinos had for a long time, according to head coach Mark Howell. "Right from day one," he said. "We had a meeting in the dressing room after we lost in the
  
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