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Breaking: Rocky View teachers authorize strike vote

Breaking: Rocky View teachers authorize strike vote

Teachers employed by the Rocky View School Division have voted 99.6 per cent in favour of authorizing the Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA) to request a government-supervised strike vote.
How to tell if your Giving Tuesday donation is making an impact

How to tell if your Giving Tuesday donation is making an impact

On Giving Tuesday it’s wise to stop and reflect on where your money is going and the impact it will have, said Greg Thomson, director of research at Charity Intelligence. 
Rural car chargers vital for Canadian transport, says panel

Rural car chargers vital for Canadian transport, says panel

Without public support, rural towns won't have electric vehicle chargers says panelist at 2023 Electric Mobility Canada conference held in Alberta this month.
Humane society triples donations on Giving Tuesday

Humane society triples donations on Giving Tuesday

Thanks to an anonymous donor, the humane society could make up to $60,000 today.
Half of young Canadians are fearing eviction: Habitat for Humanity Canada

Half of young Canadians are fearing eviction: Habitat for Humanity Canada

Key takeaways from Stats Can housing data show half of Canadians are spending 50 per cent or more of their income on housing costs.
True Grit: Cobras senior girls volleyball team wins bronze at provincials

True Grit: Cobras senior girls volleyball team wins bronze at provincials

“I can honestly say after all these years of my coaching experience, this has probably been the grittiest of our (Senior Girls) teams,” said Seiben.
Mayors of Okotoks and High River join call for stop to clearcutting Kananaskis

Mayors of Okotoks and High River join call for stop to clearcutting Kananaskis

Protesters gathered in Kananaskis Saturday to highlight their demand for a pause in clearcutting over 2,700 acres
Alberta Teachers' Association calls for greater transparency on classroom sizes in Alberta following defeat of bill

Alberta Teachers' Association calls for greater transparency on classroom sizes in Alberta following defeat of bill

“Adequate support for public education should not be a partisan or political issue,” ATA president Jason Schilling stated. “Regardless of political stripe, Albertans across the board want to see well-funded classrooms.”
First use of Alta. Sovereignty Act a ‘last resort’: Premier Smith

First use of Alta. Sovereignty Act a ‘last resort’: Premier Smith

"We are left with no choice but to create a shield to protect Albertans from Ottawa’s dangerous and unconstitutional electricity regulations,” Danielle Smith said.
Though officially ended, Alberta wildfire season isn't over yet

Though officially ended, Alberta wildfire season isn't over yet

With fires still smouldering, a dry winter ahead, and businesses yet to catch up on costs and lost time, “it’s not over,” said Darlene Chouinard, of fire season.
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