June 27, 2026 The Government of Alberta marked Canadian Multiculturalism Day by recognizing the diverse cultures, languages and traditions that have helped shape both the province and the country. In a statement, the government highlighted that Alberta is home to people from around the world whose skills, strong work ethicContinue Reading
Green Shack Programs Offer Free Summer Activities for Children Across Edmonton June 24, 2026 Children across Edmonton are invited to stay active and engaged this summer through the City’s Green Shack Program, which offers free drop-in activities including games, sports, crafts, music, drama and special events. The 2026 Green ShackContinue Reading
Summer Savings at Alberta Museums and Historic Sites Alberta, Canada: Alberta residents and visitors can enjoy affordable family-friendly adventures this summer as the provincial government announces special savings and discounts at museums and historic sites across the province. The initiative aims to encourage more people to explore Alberta’s rich history,Continue Reading
Why the city’s new cargo expansion is more than an airport upgrade—it’s an economic ignition. Edmonton is about to experience one of the most important economic shifts in years. Not because of oil. Not because of construction. But because of something far more strategic: Cargo is coming to Edmonton inContinue Reading
Canada Tightens Student Permit Intake as International Enrolment Declines Ottawa, Canada: The Canadian government plans to issue up to 408,000 study permits in 2026, marking a significant reduction in the number of international students allowed to enter the country. The new target represents a 7% decrease from 2025 levels andContinue Reading
Danielle Smith is trying to balance two competing pressures in Alberta politics: growing separatist sentiment inside parts of her conservative base, and broader public support for remaining in Canada. This week, Smith said she personally supports Canadian unity and would campaign for Alberta to stay in Canada, even as herContinue Reading
This is a deeply concerning report detailing a tragic outcome of the immense pressure facing the local healthcare system. Here is a summary of the key details regarding the incident at the Royal Alexandra Hospital: The Incident A Broad Systemic Issue According to Dr. Brian Wirzba, president of the AlbertaContinue Reading
Will Avi Lewis, the new national NDP leader elected on the weekend, do for the Alberta NDP what Justin Trudeau did for the Alberta Liberals? From 1993 until 2012, the Liberals were the official opposition in the Alberta legislature. Then anti-Alberta, anti-oil Trudeau became federal Liberal leader and the provincialContinue Reading
Jonathan Denis’s case is shaping up to be a notable clash between individual rights and institutional transparency. What HappenedIn 2022, Denis was asked to leave Tiffany & Co. in Calgary for not wearing a mask. He told staff he was medically exempt due to asthma. He filed a discrimination complaintContinue Reading
Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre will contest a by-election in Alberta’s Battle River–Crowfoot riding after MP Damien Kurek resigned. Kurek, who won re-election with more than 80% of the vote in the federal election, made the announcement so that Poilievre can return to Parliament. Poilievre lost his long-standing Carleton seatContinue Reading
