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Suzuki: Canada must resist anti-democratic crusaders

Suzuki: Canada must resist anti-democratic crusaders

"While the pace of disastrous change in the U.S. is dizzying, we should have seen it coming. Billionaires and anti-democratic libertarians have been building up to this for decades."
Jasper, Banff community groups unite to steward wildfire recovery funds

Jasper, Banff community groups unite to steward wildfire recovery funds

The $8 million in total funding will go toward immediate relief and support Jasper’s long-term recovery following last summer’s devastating fire.
Jasper wildfire responsible for $650 million in commercial losses

Jasper wildfire responsible for $650 million in commercial losses

The $1.7 billion in insured commercial losses nationally was the second-highest total in Canadian history.
Company wants to inject oil sands mine water into underground reservoir

Company wants to inject oil sands mine water into underground reservoir

An oilfield infrastructure company wants to use deep-well injection to sequester billions of barrels of oil sands mine water in underground reservoirs.
Jasper targeting 240 net new housing units over pre-wildfire count

Jasper targeting 240 net new housing units over pre-wildfire count

The Municipality of Jasper is aiming to reach its housing targets through implementing initiatives outlined in its Housing Action Plan, such as looking at densification barriers and parking requirements.
Tourist pays hefty price for flying drone in Banff National Park

Tourist pays hefty price for flying drone in Banff National Park

Anyone caught operating a drone within park boundaries and without an approved permit may result in law enforcement action and a fine of up to $25,000.
Alberta to allow laser sights in hunting

Alberta to allow laser sights in hunting

“These proposed amendments to the Wildlife Act are a reflection of Alberta's commitment to responsible stewardship of our wildlife and natural landscapes:" Minister Loewen.
Jasper Transit sees 'remarkable' ridership numbers last year

Jasper Transit sees 'remarkable' ridership numbers last year

On average, the transit system served 11.7 riders per hour in 2024, exceeding the 8.3 riders per hour forecasted in Jasper’s transportation strategy and action plan.
Jasper skier makes World Cup debut in Slovenia

Jasper skier makes World Cup debut in Slovenia

"It was an amazing experience, and something I’ve been working at for my whole ski racing career and most of my life."
United Nurses of Alberta reach tentative agreement with AHS

United Nurses of Alberta reach tentative agreement with AHS

United Nurses of Alberta (UNA) signed a tentative agreement on Mar. 10, on a contract for more than 33,000 Registered Nurses (RNs) and Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPNs) employed by AHS, Recovery Alberta, Primary Care Alberta, Covenant Health, Lamont Health Care Centre, and the Bethany Group (Camrose). 
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