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Alberta's Smith to join premiers in Washington amid U.S. tariff threats

Alberta's Smith to join premiers in Washington amid U.S. tariff threats

Smith confirmed the trip in a Monday news release, saying she will embrace a "Team Canada approach" to convince Americans the levies would harm workers and businesses on both sides of the border.
Skatepark gets $50,000 from Alberta Blue Cross, construction resuming this spring

Skatepark gets $50,000 from Alberta Blue Cross, construction resuming this spring

Construction is expected to resume in April once the frost melts and last for seven weeks until being completed in June.
Did you know honey bees are not native to Canada?

Did you know honey bees are not native to Canada?

It is European honey bees that you find in Alberta.
First Nations life expectancy 19 years lower than other Albertans

First Nations life expectancy 19 years lower than other Albertans

The average First Nations lifespan is now nearly two decades shorter than other Albertans, data from Alberta Health reveals
Alberta government pushing Hinton, other communities for more wildfire mitigation work

Alberta government pushing Hinton, other communities for more wildfire mitigation work

The Town of Hinton has already applied for fireguard funding, which administration says aligns with what the Province wants.
Alberta farmers brace for U.S. tariffs impact

Alberta farmers brace for U.S. tariffs impact

Alberta farmers have a lot of worries about potential 25 per cent tariffs imposed on their industry by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Suzuki: Creating neighbourhood networks for nature’s pollinator superheroes

Suzuki: Creating neighbourhood networks for nature’s pollinator superheroes

"If you’ve ever wanted to get your hands dirty and help make magic happen in your community, now’s your chance."
Alberta puts contracts on hold amid allegations of corruption in private surgeries

Alberta puts contracts on hold amid allegations of corruption in private surgeries

Alberta’s front-line health provider says it will stop awarding contracts to firms at the centre of an auditor's investigation into what the Opposition NDP calls unprecedented allegations of corruption surrounding health procurement contracts.
Feds commit $160 million for Jasper housing, recovery from wildfire

Feds commit $160 million for Jasper housing, recovery from wildfire

Parks Canada is procuring 320 housing units set to begin arriving next week, with initial occupancy expected by the end of the month.
Auditor General probes AHS Tylenol procurement

Auditor General probes AHS Tylenol procurement

Alberta’s auditor general launched an investigation into the procurement and contracting processes at Alberta Health and Alberta Health Services (AHS) on Feb. 6.
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