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• Rate hikes, no-fault claims in new rules pitched for Alberta auto insurance

  21-11-2024 23:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  Under the new system, victims in most cases won’t be able to sue those responsible for their injuries and, instead, insurers would pay compensation at rates set by the government.
  
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• Calgary Fire Department looking for cause of explosion and townhouse fire in Mahogany

  21-11-2024 23:52 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Calgary Fire Department was called out to reports of an explosion and fire at a row of townhouses in the community of Mahogany shortly after 3:00 p.m. on Thurs. Nov. 21, 2024.
  
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• Calgary fire crews respond to townhouse fire, reports of explosion in Mahogany

  21-11-2024 23:52 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Calgary Fire Department was called out to reports of an explosion and fire at a row of townhouses in the community of Mahogany shortly after 3:00 p.m. on Thurs. Nov. 21, 2024.
  
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• Canadian Animal Blood Bank needs donations from Calgary dogs

  21-11-2024 23:51
  
  When dogs have a medical emergency or trauma requiring surgery, they likely need blood – just like people. The Canadian Animal Blood Bank collects donations from volunteers across the country. Laurie Dygras, regional unit manager for Calgary and area, says each donation from a dog helps to save up to three dogs' lives. "The families that love (their sick or injured dogs)… it makes a world of difference to them," she added.  The program works with local veterinarians to host blo
  
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• Flashback documentary explores the Edmonton dance club that changed Alberta

  21-11-2024 23:10
  
  Everybody who lived in Edmonton in the 1980s knew it was famous for two things: the mall and the Oilers. What filmmaker and journalist Peter Hays explores in his documentary Flashback, which screens Saturday as part of the Calgary Underground Film Festival (CUFF) is a third thing, namely a dance club that was a safe haven for queer people and their friends. “We (Edmonton) had the world’s largest shopping mall,” said Hays, in an interview with CTV News. “We had the world&r
  
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• Six shots fired after Calgary road rage incident, police seek dash-cam footage

  21-11-2024 22:39
  
  Calgary police are looking for dash-cam footage as they investigate a shooting in the community of Cityscape believed to be the result of road rage. Investigators say two vehicles were involved in a road rage “incident” near the intersection of Metis Trail and 80 Avenue N.E. shortly before 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6. Though police haven't released details on what exactly happened, they say two men in a white Dodge Ram followed the victim home afterward. The victim was driving wit
  
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• Police probe possible connection between Calgary house fire and Bitcoin notes

  21-11-2024 22:37
  
  Calgary police are seeking information in relation to a Tuesday fire in Hillhurst they believe was deliberately set and notes left in the area demanding Bitcoin. Nov. 19, at around 3:10 a.m., police and fire crews were called to a home in the 1700 block of Eighth Avenue N.W. for a fire.  Firefighters extinguished the blaze. Officials said no one was injured. The damage to the home appeared to be minimal in what police are describing as a "completely random" incident. Further inves
  
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• Brace yourself: 3 more waves of snow set to hit Alberta this weekend

  21-11-2024 22:11 via globalnews.ca
  
  Keep that shovel and snow brush handy: the snow that has fallen in parts of Alberta so far this week could be just a dress rehearsal for what's to come on the weekend.
  
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• Ruth Hudson Obituary | Nov 19, 2024 | Lethbridge, AB - Salmon and Sons Funeral Home

  21-11-2024 22:02 via news.google.com
  Ruth Hudson Obituary | Nov 19, 2024 | Lethbridge, AB  Salmon and Sons Funeral Home
  
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• Charges laid in Calgary carjacking spree that saw ‘concerning escalation in violence’: police

  21-11-2024 21:40
  
  Two people are facing charges in a string of Calgary carjackings that saw thieves steal – and attempt to steal – multiple vehicles in less than an hour.  All of the incidents happened on Monday, Nov. 4. The first, an attempted carjacking, was in the 5900 block of Centre Street South at 4:15 p.m. The victim was sitting in the driver's seat of his vehicle in a parking lot when two men approached in a Chevrolet Silverado. Police say one of the men exited the Silverado and tried to
  
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• Community survey shows overall satisfaction with Lethbridge Police Service - My Lethbridge Now

  21-11-2024 21:04 via news.google.com
  Community survey shows overall satisfaction with Lethbridge Police Service  My Lethbridge Now
  
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• Calgary Wildlife Foundation mourns the passing of Angel the foster Goose

  21-11-2024 20:49
  
  The Calgary Wildlife Foundation was mourning the loss of one of its longtime residents Thursday, a foster goose named Angel. In an Instagram story, the foundation’s communications team explained that Angel was brought to the organization around two decades ago because she couldn’t fly due to a condition known as “Angel Wing," which stops normal wing development in waterfowl.  Some say the condition is the result of eating a high carbohydrate diet of bread, crackers and pop
  
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• Alberta to announce auto insurance reforms Thursday afternoon

  21-11-2024 20:49
  
  The Alberta government will announce new automobile insurance reforms Thursday afternoon. Premier Danielle Smith, Finance Minister Nate Horner and Affordability and Utilities Minister Nathan Neudorf will speak in Edmonton at 3:30 p.m. MT.The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News AppWatch live on CTVNewsEdmonton.ca.
  
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• Alberta pitches new rules for auto insurance, including rate hikes, no-fault claims

  21-11-2024 20:49
  
  The Alberta government is making changes to auto insurance, including rate hikes and switching to a predominantly no-fault claims model. Premier Danielle Smith announced the changes at a news conference in the legislature. Under the new system, car accident victims in most cases won’t be able to sue the party responsible for their injury and, instead, insurers would pay compensation at rates set by the government.The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News
  
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• 70% of Lethbridge residents say they feel safe - Lethbridge News Now

  21-11-2024 20:49 via news.google.com
  70% of Lethbridge residents say they feel safe  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Calgary Police investigating if Bitcoin threats and suspicious fires are related

  21-11-2024 19:44 via globalnews.ca
  
  Calgary Police are investigating if a suspected case of arson in the neighbourhood of Hillhurst is related to Bitcoin extortion notes left on the steps of neighbouring homes.
  
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• Driver killed in Trans-Canada Highway crash near Salmon Arm, B.C.

  21-11-2024 19:34
  
  B.C. RCMP say one person was killed in a head-on crash on the Trans-Canada Highway near Salmon Arm on Wednesday. The collision happened between Highlands Drive and Golf Course Drive, north of Salmon Arm, and involved a semi-truck and a passenger vehicle. RCMP say it appears the passenger vehicle was travelling on the wrong side of the highway. The driver, a 40-year-old man from Sorrento, BC, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver and passenger in the semi suffered minor injuries. The crash
  
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• Alberta government forecasts $4.6B surplus in budget update, but braces for uncertainty

  21-11-2024 19:22 via globalnews.ca
  
  The government also says it is planning for population growth to drop significantly next year
  
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• Hitmen acquire Penguins prospect Tanner Howe from Pats

  21-11-2024 19:21
  
  The Calgary Hitmen have acquired Pittsburgh Penguins prospect Tanner Howe from the Regina Pats. Howe, a second-round pick in the 2024 NHL draft, is in his fourth full season in the Western Hockey League (WHL). In exchange, the Hitmen sent defenseman Reese Hamilton, forward Keets Fawcett, a third-round pick in the 2025 WHL prospects draft and a second-round pick in the 2027 draft. “We are very excited to add a two-way player and leader to our group. Through his three-plus years in the Weste
  
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• Christmas Tree Festival raises $181,500 for local healthcare needs - Lethbridge News Now

  21-11-2024 19:19 via news.google.com
  Christmas Tree Festival raises $181,500 for local healthcare needs  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• 'Star-studded' Country Thunder Alberta lineup announced for 2025

  21-11-2024 19:02
  
  We now know which artists and bands are set to perform in Calgary at Country Thunder Alberta 2025. Officials unveiled the lineup on Thursday, which includes Cody Johnson, Bailey Zimmerman, Old Dominion, Ashley McBryde, Jake Owen, Riley Green, Tim Hicks, James Barker Band, Clint Black, Lindsay Ell and Owen Riegling. "We can't wait to bring this star-studded lineup to Calgary," said Country Thunder CEO Troy Vollhoffer in a news release. "Alberta is home to some of the most passionate country music
  
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• Alberta to share fiscal update Thursday morning

  21-11-2024 18:46
  
  The Alberta government will share its 2024-25 second quarter fiscal update and economic statement Thursday morning. Minister Nate Horner will speak about the province's finances and economic outlook in Edmonton at 11 a.m.Download our app to get Edmonton alerts on your deviceWatch live on CTVNewsEdmonton.ca. More to come...
  
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• Alberta forecasts $4.6B surplus in budget update, but braces for uncertainty

  21-11-2024 18:46
  
  The Alberta government is forecasting a $4.6-billion surplus this fiscal year, but Finance Minister Nate Horner says Alberta's in for a "challenging" future. The government's second-quarter fiscal update says just $2.9 billion of that surplus is expected to be cash, which would be split between paying down debt and the Heritage Savings Trust Fund. It says the surplus is largely the result of higher-than-expected income tax revenue thanks to Alberta's sharp population growth and oil and gas royal
  
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• Alberta forecasts $4.6-billion surplus in budget update, but braces for uncertainty

  21-11-2024 18:46
  
  The Alberta government is forecasting a $4.6-billion surplus this fiscal year, but Finance Minister Nate Horner says Alberta's in for a "challenging" future. The government's second-quarter fiscal update says just $2.9 billion of that surplus is expected to be cash, which would be split between paying down debt and the Heritage Savings Trust Fund. It says the surplus is largely the result of higher-than-expected income tax revenue thanks to Alberta's sharp population growth and oil and gas royal
  
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• Winning Lotto 6-49 ticket bought in Calgary worth $1M

  21-11-2024 18:25
  
  Check your Lotto 6-49 tickets, because one purchased in Calgary just won big. The Western Canada Lottery Corporation announced on Thursday that a ticket bought in Calgary won the $1-million guaranteed prize on the Nov. 20 Lotto 6-49 Gold Ball draw. The winning numbers were 12, 13, 21, 24, 46 and 49 and the bonus was 15.  Calgary isn't the only city in Alberta where a winning ticket was purchased; a ticket bought in Edmonton matched five of the six Lotto 6-49 Classic numbers – and the
  
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• ‘Snow Much Love’ to inspire local shopping, dining and exploration - My Lethbridge Now

  21-11-2024 18:09 via news.google.com
  ‘Snow Much Love’ to inspire local shopping, dining and exploration  My Lethbridge Now
  
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• Provincial party leaders trade jabs over Lethbridge-West by-election - Lethbridge News Now

  21-11-2024 17:40 via news.google.com
  Provincial party leaders trade jabs over Lethbridge-West by-election  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• 'Hope and optimism': 112-year-old Calgary theatre to keep operating

  21-11-2024 17:37
  
  A historic Calgary theatre will be able to remain open as an agreement was finally reached between the operator and its landlord.The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News AppThe Grand Theatre Society said Thursday that "an innovative partnership agreement" was struck with its landlord, Allied Properties REIT. Officials say the deal came after months of effort to preserve the historic property. "Allied's willingness to collaborate reflects their commitment to t
  
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• Four Lethbridge teens charged in assault - Lethbridge News Now

  21-11-2024 16:40 via news.google.com
  Four Lethbridge teens charged in assault  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Snow not done yet as another 10 to 20 cm expected by Saturday

  21-11-2024 16:37
  
  Road conditions in southern Alberta rapidly deteriorated again Thursday after more snow fell. This same system prompted snowfall warnings for southern British Columbia as moisture moving in to the Kootenays from the south was met with a persistent colder air mass from the north.As of 7:30 a.m., both City of Calgary traffic cameras and 511 Alberta cameras showed snow-covered routes.The provincial agency was also reporting many area highways were snow and ice-covered.That cooler air mass will rema
  
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• Transgender community gathers in remembrance and speaks out about Alberta legislation

  21-11-2024 15:12 via globalnews.ca
  
  One person said they were not surprised Wednesday's event saw new faces and had the largest turnout seen since 2018.
  
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• Snowy conditions in Calgary create slippery roads on Thursday

  21-11-2024 14:34
  
  Calgarians woke up to more snow on Thursday, part of a system of weather that's expected to continue until at least Saturday. That means that drivers will need to prepare themselves for a slow commute and leave a lot of extra time to get where they need to go. Drivers will also need to drive to conditions and make sure there is plenty of space between other drivers.Sign up for breaking news alerts from CTV News, right at your fingertips The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Dow
  
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• Trudeau to announce temporary tax relief on select items heading into holidays

  21-11-2024 13:27
  
  Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will announce a two-month GST relief on select items heading into the holidays to address affordability issues, sources have confirmed to CTV News. Trudeau is expected to unveil the tax break on Thursday, along with Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland.CTVNews.ca is streaming the announcement LIVE NOW.The pocketbook-focused policy announcement was first reported by The Globe and Mail. The temporary GST relief will apply to children&rsquo
  
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• Trudeau to announce temporary GST relief on select items heading into holidays

  21-11-2024 13:27
  
  Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will announce a two-month GST relief on select items heading into the holidays to address affordability issues, sources have confirmed to CTV News. Trudeau is expected to unveil the tax break on Thursday, along with Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland. CTVNews.ca will stream the announcement LIVE at 11 a.m. EST.The policy announcement was first reported by The Globe and Mail. The temporary GST relief will apply to children’s items such
  
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• Trudeau offering Canadians a temporary tax break on toys, takeout, snacks and more heading into holidays

  21-11-2024 13:27
  
  Canadians will soon receive a temporary tax break on essential items, children's clothing and diapers, restaurant and pre-prepared meals and common stocking stuffers, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Thursday. The two-month Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax (GST/HST) break will apply across the country, and is aimed at addressing lingering affordability concerns, according to the federal government. Among the dozens of consumer goods the government's offering relief between Dec.
  
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• From essential goods to common stocking stuffers, Trudeau offering Canadians temporary tax relief

  21-11-2024 13:27
  
  Canadians will soon receive a temporary tax break on essential items, children's clothing and diapers, restaurant and pre-prepared meals and common stocking stuffers, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Thursday. The two-month Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax (GST/HST) break will apply across the country, and is aimed at addressing lingering affordability concerns, according to the federal government.CTVNews.ca is streaming a news conference with Conservative Party Leader Pierre P
  
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• Top war-crimes court issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas officials

  21-11-2024 13:17
  
  The world’s top war-crimes court issued arrest warrants Thursday for the leaders of Israel and Hamas, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accusing them of crimes against humanity in connection with their war that began more than a year ago. The warrants against Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant focus on allegations Israel has used food as a weapon in its campaign against Hamas in Gaza, a charge Israeli officials deny. Experts have warned that hunger has be
  
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• International Criminal Court issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas officials

  21-11-2024 13:17
  
  The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants on Thursday for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his former defense minister and Hamas officials, accusing them of war crimes and crimes against humanity over their 13-month war in Gaza and the October 2023 attack on Israel respectively. Netanyahu condemned the arrest warrant against him, saying Israel “rejects with disgust the absurd and false actions.” In a statement released by his office, he said: “There is n
  
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• Lethbridge West voters going to the polls on Dec. 18 - Lethbrige Herald

  21-11-2024 12:15 via news.google.com
  Lethbridge West voters going to the polls on Dec. 18  Lethbrige Herald
  
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• Exclusive: ‘Battlefield evidence’ from Syria is coming to Canada’s courts

  21-11-2024 11:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  The RCMP said it is working on a framework to use collected exploitable material in court against ISIS members.
  
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• Lethbridge West candidates put byelection campaigns in gear - Lethbrige Herald

  21-11-2024 10:49 via news.google.com
  Lethbridge West candidates put byelection campaigns in gear  Lethbrige Herald
  
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• Michael "Mike" Vaselenak Obituary | Nov 21, 2024 | Lethbridge, AB - Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels

  21-11-2024 09:00 via news.google.com
  Michael "Mike" Vaselenak Obituary | Nov 21, 2024 | Lethbridge, AB  Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels
  
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• Hurricanes defeat Flyers 4-1 with strong third period - Lethbridge News Now

  21-11-2024 07:30 via news.google.com
  Hurricanes defeat Flyers 4-1 with strong third period  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Hurricanes Shutout by Silvertips to Open Trip - Canadian Hockey League

  21-11-2024 06:37 via news.google.com
  Hurricanes Shutout by Silvertips to Open Trip  Canadian Hockey League
  
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• Impact of intolerance reflected on at event marking Transgender Day of Remembrance

  21-11-2024 05:26
  
  An event marking the Transgender Day of Remembrance was held at Stampede Park on Wednesday. The event was a chance to reflect on the impact of intolerance and to remember lives lost to anti-transgender violence. Speakers, performers and support organizations took part in the event. Participants also addressed issues faced by the community. "There has been much progress, (but) we are at risk of seeing the very foundation that defines Canada being dismantled, so this is why it's important to come
  
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• CTV News Lethbridge at 5 for Nov. 20, 2024 - CTV News Calgary

  21-11-2024 04:20 via news.google.com
  CTV News Lethbridge at 5 for Nov. 20, 2024  CTV News Calgary
  
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• CTV Lethbridge Weather at 5 for Nov. 20, 2024 - CTV News Calgary

  21-11-2024 04:20 via news.google.com
  CTV Lethbridge Weather at 5 for Nov. 20, 2024  CTV News Calgary
  
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• A break in the snow should arrive Thursday afternoon but it will be short-lived

  21-11-2024 04:07
  
  It's going to be wintry all week! A couple of centimetres of snow are expected Wednesday evening through Thursday morning, with a break from the white stuff Thursday afternoon. There will be no break from the cold, though. With the wind chill, it will feel like -17 throughout the day.We will get more waves of snow Friday and Saturday, and this will be a more significant one again. Three to seven centimetres are likely Friday and three to five centimetres on Saturday. The snow clears out on Sunda
  
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• Calgary seeing tech sector spike; shift might be reshaping city's economy

  21-11-2024 03:35
  
  While energy pumps in the most jobs and money, Calgary's technology sector is starting to surge. Alberta ranks fourth in the country for tech investment by a wide margin, but many are banking on Calgary's potential, including Neo Financial, which hit a major fundraising goal this month. "Raising over $360 million when the average fundraising is $1 (million to) $3 million. That's creating new jobs. That's creating more growth and really putting Calgary on the tech map," said Jeff Adamson with Neo
  
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• Trump nominates former congressman Pete Hoekstra as ambassador to Canada - Lethbridge News Now

  21-11-2024 03:29 via news.google.com
  Trump nominates former congressman Pete Hoekstra as ambassador to Canada  Lethbridge News Now
  
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