Новости за 20.04.2024

Boil water orders are in place for residents in areas of Rocky View County after recent tests uncovered “urgent” safety concerns with drinking supply distribution. Advisories issued Friday by Alberta Health Services state tests conducted April 16 found the drinking water supply “did not provide an adequate minimum free chlorine disinfection residual.” The orders also […]

We hardly know where to look with whooping cranes making whoopee in one part of Nebraska’s Platte River, sandhill cranes dancing and foraging beside them in the shallow water, and American white pelicans snuggling placidly in between all the action. And then there’s the cacophony that sounds like a cross between a roaring stadium full […]

When Forte Musical Theatre Guild presents Buy Me a Drink, Joe!, the drinks might not be on the house, but music and memories most certainly will be. This is Joe Slabe’s 11th musical and, by far, his most personal. “It looks at my life from my Grade 12 year to 2007 when my musical, Austentatious, […]

Multicultural Montreal is a vibrant metropolis brimming with world-class museums, attractions and a lineup of annual festivals that showcase and celebrate everything from art, theatre and music to film, dance and food. The city’s vibe is eclectic, where old-world meets new, and quirky and cultured collide. My 11-year-old daughter Brooklyn and I spent three days […]

Mike Rose, the CEO of Tourmaline Oil Corp., makes his case for increasing LNG exports to displace coal-fired electrical generation in Asia. This assumes that Asia even wants more fossil fuels. According to the Powering Past Coal Alliance, a coalition of national and subnational governments, businesses and organizations, their goal is to advance the transition […]

Calgary's rezoning proposal is no panacea, but it will address past development mistakes.

Earth Day, founded in 1970, marked the birth of modern environmental activism. Canada has been a strong supporter of this movement ever since. Today, Earth Day is a global force that unites people across political, philosophical and geographical lines. As we celebrate this year’s Earth Day on April 22, we face one of the most […]

Like some Calgarians, I was amazed at the city’s new slogan: Blue Sky City. Unlike some of those expressing their views, I was amazed at how good it was. In 25 years as an advertising copywriter and creative director, I had seen how creative thinking degrades as it goes through layers of approval. And one […]

The City of Calgary’s proposed changes to zoning laws are a poor solution to an undeniable problem. Anyone who is the least bit objective can see that more houses are needed for those who want to live in this amazing city. And anyone who understands the true costs of urban sprawl can also understand that […]

Alberta is considering passing a bill that will block federal-municipal deals — which Quebec passed in 1984. Let me explain the effect this bill has on my home province and perhaps you will understand why this is a bad idea. When a provincial government prevents its cities from collaborating with the federal government, it no […]

There have been many news articles written, opinion columns submitted and an abundance of social media posts from residents — all clearly and unequivocally voicing concerns and opposition to Calgary city council’s blanket upzoning proposal. Additionally, some experts have weighed in based on lessons learned from other major municipalities in Canada and the United States […]

Tommy Wheeldon Jr. is on the short list for the vacant Canada Soccer men’s head-coaching position, Postmedia has learned. So what would it take for the city’s footie guru to leave Calgary and Cavalry FC? Perhaps only that coveted gig — and no other — as head coach of the national senior men’s squad. “I think […]

After his impressive introduction as an NHL rookie, Martin Pospisil will be suiting up for Slovakia at the 2024 IIHF World Hockey Championship. The rambunctious winger might not have to worry about easing up any to avoid running one of his Calgary Flames teammates through the boards. While a couple of Canadians did leave the […]

New direct Calgary bus service to and from Lake Louise beginning June 14 until Sept. 2 and a direct service to Moraine Lake beginning Sept. 6 until Oct. 14.

Accused's lawyer asked to withdraw from the file because of his client's lack of communication.

For a second consecutive season, a black cloud was one of the leading storylines as the Calgary Flames digested the disappointment of a playoff miss, cleaned out their locker-stalls and split for their summer vacations. Except that this was completely different. On this day a year ago, it was something you could feel. There was […]

One of two men charge in connection with a Calgary murder where the victim’s remains were found near Morley will face a jury trial in the spring of 2025. Defence counsel Chad Haggerty appeared in Calgary Court of King’s Bench on Friday to set a three-week hearing on behalf of his client, Darren Bulldog. Bulldog’s […]

The Calgary Flames want Oliver Kylington back. The feeling appears to be mutual. With the Swedish defenceman set to become an unrestricted free agent in July, GM Craig Conroy indicated that the Flames will look to get talks on a contract extension started soon. Kylington missed most of the last two seasons while he attended […]

The federal government highlighted a swath of research funding from its 2024 budget for Canada’s post-secondary institutions on Friday in Calgary, as concerns grow that newly proposed Alberta legislation could put such contributions at risk in the province. Last week, Premier Danielle Smith introduced Bill 18 — the Provincial Priorities Act — as a bid […]

'This level of interest in a public hearing is simply reinforcing that this is an important subject for Calgarians.'

The recently arrested suspect in the September 2022 death of a Calgary toddler was released on bail Friday. Justice Sean Dunnigan agree to free Winston Campbell on judicial interim release after being told assigned Crown prosecutor Rose Greenwood and defence counsel Cory Wilson reached a consent release agreement. Prosecutor Rob Bassett told the Calgary Court […]

The suspect in the fatal ambush of a Calgary couple outside their southwest home won’t stand trial until February of next year. Defence lawyer Kathryn Quinlan appeared in Calgary Court of King’s Bench Friday to reschedule the trial of Edmonton man Michael Tyrel Arnold in connection with the fatal shooting of Nakita Baron. Arnold, 36, […]

The NDP leadership candidate also mocked Smith for suggesting that he's Trudeau's choice