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Full parole revoked for murderer of Banff cab driver in 1990

Full parole revoked for murderer of Banff cab driver in 1990

Following a November hearing, the Parole Board of Canada ruled 51-year-old Ryan Jason Love, who had been granted full parole in 2012, posed a risk to the community.
Alberta Mountie charged with manslaughter tells jury she feared for her life

Alberta Mountie charged with manslaughter tells jury she feared for her life

Const. Jessica Brown and Cpl. Randy Stenger are on trial for the fatal shooting of a man at a rest stop near Whitecourt in 2018.
List of areas the Alberta government accuses Ottawa of overreaching

List of areas the Alberta government accuses Ottawa of overreaching

The first bill introduced by the United Conservative Party government Tuesday was one aimed at shielding the province from federal laws it deems harmful to its interests.
Modular fire hall could be a first for Northern Alberta city

Modular fire hall could be a first for Northern Alberta city

St. Albert is considering a modular design for new fire station as it would lower project cost and provide greater flexibility.
Alberta Court of Appeal orders new trial for man acquitted of beating four-year-old

Alberta Court of Appeal orders new trial for man acquitted of beating four-year-old

Man was found not guilty last year of aggravated assault on his four-year-old stepdaughter, who suffered a life-altering head injury.
Largest recorded Alberta earthquake probably natural, scientist says

Largest recorded Alberta earthquake probably natural, scientist says

A 5.6-magnitude quake rattled windows and shook homes near Peace River in northwest Alberta shortly before 6 p.m. Tuesday.
Parks Canada ending road rescue contract in Kootenay National Park

Parks Canada ending road rescue contract in Kootenay National Park

Banff officials have grave concerns about the safety of travellers as a result of Parks Canada’s decision to end its contract for road rescue and other emergency responses in Kootenay National Park.
Trudeau says nothing is off the table when it comes to Smith's new sovereignty act

Trudeau says nothing is off the table when it comes to Smith's new sovereignty act

Prime minister said Wednesday his government will be watching closely what happens next, but added he is not looking for a fight.
Canada has most educated workforce in G7, according to StatCan

Canada has most educated workforce in G7, according to StatCan

The latest release of 2021 census data shows Canada continues to lead the G7 countries for the most educated workforce thanks to its strong college sector and highly educated immigrants.
Former Alberta premier Jason Kenney resigns legislature seat

Former Alberta premier Jason Kenney resigns legislature seat

Kenney resigns the same day his successor introduced her flagship sovereignty bill in the legislature, of which he had been a staunch critic.  
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