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Calgary doctor files human rights complaint over changes to mask rules on airplanes

Calgary doctor files human rights complaint over changes to mask rules on airplanes

CALGARY — A family doctor in Calgary has filed a human rights complaint over Ottawa's decision to no longer require masks on airplanes to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Canada's low-cost airlines expand services, announces Flair and Lynx

Canada's low-cost airlines expand services, announces Flair and Lynx

EDMONTON — Announcements from two of Canada's largest low-cost carriers propose expansion in the budget leisure market.
Federal dental benefit could come at the right time: Alberta dentist

Federal dental benefit could come at the right time: Alberta dentist

The federal government is looking to create a temporary annual benefit intended to increase access to dental care for eligible children under 12, and double two upcoming GST credit payments.
Is there a bobcat in your driveway?

Is there a bobcat in your driveway?

Bobcat sightings have become more frequent in the area due to the increase in the local rabbit population.
Alberta provincial court releases Indigenous Justice Strategy

Alberta provincial court releases Indigenous Justice Strategy

EDMONTON — Alberta's provincial court has announced a plan outlining ways it can better serve Indigenous people.
Permanent Banff Ave pedestrian zone under discussion

Permanent Banff Ave pedestrian zone under discussion

“It’s exploratory in nature, and it doesn’t bind us to a path, except to open this up to a broad discussion on the possibilities and on obtaining more information and feedback."
Airdrie musician and member of renowned Alberta band hits CCMA stage

Airdrie musician and member of renowned Alberta band hits CCMA stage

“When we started, it was just meant to be for fun. [We thought] we can just play some rodeos around Stampede time, and the band ended up taking on a life of its own, and here we are,” Rox said.
Metro Vancouver gas prices set to top North American record

Metro Vancouver gas prices set to top North American record

West Coast supply problems are leading to record gas prices in Vancouver, says one expert.
Inflation, strong U.S. dollar will weigh on snowbirds' plans, experts say

Inflation, strong U.S. dollar will weigh on snowbirds' plans, experts say

High inflation and a strong U.S. dollar will weigh heavily on Canadian snowbirds this winter, experts say.
Brian Sutter steps down as Innisfail Eagles coach

Brian Sutter steps down as Innisfail Eagles coach

NHL hockey legend calls it a day after leading senior men's hockey team in Innisfail for the past decade
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