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City of Calgary offers clarity on the role councillors should play in local emergencies
New updates to Calgary's emergency management plan were designed to offer some clarity about city councillors' role during emergencies, just over a year after 2024’s catastrophic water main break.
'We're pretty excited': Local entrepreneurs look forward to busy Calgary Stampede
With Stampede season on the horizon, Calgary entrepreneurs are looking forward to a busy season of parties and more following the economic hit of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Calgary Catholic high school development controversial among some Aspen Woods residents
A new Calgary Catholic School District high school coming to the west end of Calgary is considered a much-needed addition to the city amid increasing enrolment numbers, but some Aspen Woods residents have voiced their opposition to the project due to traffic concerns and the development's location in wildlife-abundant green space.
Alberta lifts ban on American liquor imports — but local demand for U.S. booze isn't the same
AGLC is now permitted to import American liquor, but the prevailing buy-Canadian sentiment coupled with 25 per cent tariffs means there may not be much demand for U.S. booze among importers and consumers anytime soon.
Enmax electrical workers vote to authorize strike as bargaining continues
Electrical workers with Enmax have passed a strike authorization vote, granting the union’s membership the right to issue strike notice to the City of Calgary-owned utility.
'Extremely aggressive and protective': Elk calving season underway in Alberta
When it comes to dangerous wildlife encounters, people heading to the mountains are being warned to watch out for more than just bears, as elk can be more aggressive at this time of year.
'Such a feeling of accomplishment': new Athabasca University grad keeps mind sharp at 76 years old
Earning a degree with straight As is no easy feat at any age, but doing it at 76 is a remarkable feat. Graduating from university in her golden years is Judy Obee's strategy to keep her mind sharp.
Calgary to 'welcome the world' as airport expects more than 5.8M travellers this summer
An average of 67,000 passengers per day — or "the equivalent of three-and-a-half Saddledomes" — are expected to make their way through the Calgary airport this summer, as several major events attract visitors to the city.
'Remote terrain of Kananaskis' presents unique challenges for G7 security operation
With world leaders set to arrive in the remote wilderness of southern Alberta for the G7 summit from June 15 to 17, the unique landscape of Kananaskis presents unique security challenges including wildfires and wildlife.
Red Deer shelter 'bursting at the seams' as homelessness grows in central Alberta city
With homelessness numbers on the rise, a Red Deer charity is struggling to keep up with demand for its shelter services. Safe Harbour Society shelter manager Adina McKinnon said the facility has been running at full capacity, putting staff and clients under significant pressure.