Alberta News

EDMONTON — The Alberta government says it's making good on its promise to offer seniors a 25 per cent discount for registry services. It says the move is expected to benefit more than 725,000 Albertans 65 and older.

ST. ALBERT, Alta. — Alberta's police watchdog says Mounties may have broken the law when they arrested an autistic teen at a playground, but Crown prosecutors have recommended against charges.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government won’t intervene but — if asked — would help the City of Edmonton navigate a reported rocky patch of financial and staffing dysfunction. “No one has stepped in. No one has intervened.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says federal immigration limits are undercutting her province’s ability to fill jobs, grow the economy and aid those fleeing violence in war-torn Ukraine.

LETHBRIDGE, Alta. — Three members of an Alberta high school football team accused of sexually assaulting a teammate are scheduled to go to trial in the fall.

CALGARY — The Calgary Chamber of Commerce is warning Ottawa that its proposed cap on emissions from the oil and gas sector could compromise the valuation and sale of the Trans Mountain pipeline.

EDMONTON — The Alberta government is making a navigation and support centre to provide safe shelter for the homeless in Edmonton permanent and has announced plans for a similar facility to be created in Calgary.

EDMONTON — A contender in the race for the leadership of Alberta's Opposition NDP has dropped out to support fellow candidate Naheed Nenshi, citing the former Calgary mayor's ability to expand the party.

CALGARY — The Calgary Stampeders signed veteran American linebacker Shaheed Salmon on Tuesday. Contract details weren't immediately divulged but Salmon's deal reportedly is for one season.

CALGARY — Fuel retailer Parkland Corp. has engaged two real estate firms to help it sell 157 of its gas and convenience store locations across six provinces.