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Alberta government faces mounting pushback to new COVID-19 vaccine policy

June 17 , 2025 at 04:23:08 p.m. MDT • :

The Alberta government continues to face fierce opposition to plans that will reduce access to publicly funded COVID-19 vaccines in the province.

RECAP | Carney says G7 held 'very frank exchanges' as summit ends, following early exits by Trump, Zelenskyy

June 17 , 2025 at 07:57:44 a.m. MDT • :

MP Damien Kurek officially resigns, paving way for Poilievre's byelection

June 17 , 2025 at 12:00:00 p.m. MDT • :

Alberta MP Damien Kurek officially stepped down on Tuesday, paving the way for a byelection in which Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre intends to run and regain a seat in the House of Commons.

First Nations leader who had 'intense' talk with Trump considered leaving before president landed

June 16 , 2025 at 03:51:55 p.m. MDT • :

A First Nations leader who greeted G7 members on the tarmac in Calgary said he was "filled with rage" and considered leaving before Donald Trump arrived — saying the U.S. president has "caused much pain and suffering in the world."

B.C. mining company cuts 140 positions due to 'challenging market conditions'

June 17 , 2025 at 01:56:16 p.m. MDT • :

Glencore-owned Elk Valley Resources, which operates four steelmaking coal mines in B.C.'s southeast along the Alberta border, said it is cutting 140 staff jobs.

June 17 , 2025 at 05:00:00 a.m. MDT • :

Calgary's beloved Ship & Anchor isn't being demolished, despite redevelopment signs

June 17 , 2025 at 07:25:57 a.m. MDT • :

Outgoing Alberta MP looks to leave mark on Canada with bill to add a new national symbol

June 16 , 2025 at 01:38:20 p.m. MDT • :

Criminal charges dismissed against Calgary 911 operator accused of feeding police info to gang members

June 17 , 2025 at 05:08:29 p.m. MDT • :

Canada, India agree to re-establish high commissioners after G7 meeting

June 16 , 2025 at 08:54:01 a.m. MDT • :

New Canada Strong Pass offers discounts on parks, museums, camping and train travel

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