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Following an article release by the Investigative Journalism Foundation, Mayor Peter Brown says he was acting in Airdrie's best interest

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe have intensified their calls for Prime Minister Mark Carney to repeal key energy policies, arguing that these measures are stifling Canada's economic growth.

Alberta's tourism industry is experiencing a surge and outpacing the national average. New data reveals a substantial increase in visitor spending and overall growth, highlighting the province's rising appeal as a top destination.

The G7 summit in Calgary concluded with law enforcement declaring security a success, despite a minor airspace violation and small protests. Leaders from major world powers convened under heavy security, with designated protest zones seeing minimal activity.

A former Alberta Crown prosecutor has given up his law licence after he admitted to having an inappropriate relationship with a complainant in a criminal case he was prosecuting.

The Alberta government has quietly transferred responsibility for its Communications and Public Engagement department to Premier Danielle Smith's office, significantly expanding the executive council's reach and budget.

New guidelines proposed for Alberta school libraries are drawing attention, as Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides addressed a range of concerns, from the role of school boards to partnerships with municipal libraries.

Statistics Canada noted that immigration accounted for all of the population growth in the quarter as there were 5,628 more deaths than births in Canada.

Prime Minister Mark Carney is en route back to Ottawa after concluding the G7 summit held in Kananaskis, Alberta. The summit saw global leaders convene to address pressing international concerns.

The Alberta Teachers’ Association is expected to return to mediation with the province on June 19 – 20, and again at the end of August if needed.