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Calgary mourns the loss of Bob Brawn, a titan of business and philanthropy who died at 89, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, generosity, and transformative impact on the city. From delivering newspapers to fund his education to turning a struggling oil plant into a $500 million powerhouse, Brawn’s entrepreneurial spirit fueled Alberta’s economy. He co-founded Turbo Resources and championed the...

Brockville Police are sounding the alarm over a rising wave of distraction thefts targeting jewelry—thieves lure victims with fake deals, swap out real necklaces for fakes, and even trick people into buying worthless pieces. These scams, happening in plain sight during everyday errands, exploit emotional value and trust, with victims often losing sentimental items and cash. Authorities urge height...

Starting September 1, Saskatchewan’s disability income program is getting a major overhaul to simplify things for recipients. Laundry and phone allowances are now bundled into the main living allowance, and payment tiers are being cut from four to two. Unused benefits are being phased out—but no one will end up with less money. Minister Terry Jenson says the goal is to make the system clearer and...

Calgary’s Stampede is roaring to life — and so is the noise. Over 180 complaints have already flooded the city’s 311 line, mostly from big music festivals like Cowboys (120+ complaints) and Badlands (37). Festival organizers are pushing back, blaming noise rules for hurting business, while the mayor stands firm — they knew the rules. City officials say overall volume is improving, but bass levels...

A Canada Border Services Agency employee may have leaked critical intel to a major drug trafficking ring known as the Dhanda network, allegedly helping them evade border inspections and move hundreds of kilos of cocaine and meth weekly from the U.S. into Canada. This case is part of the FBI’s “Operation Hard Ball,” targeting Indian organized crime groups and charging 37 individuals, including othe...

Guramrit Sidhu, known as “King,” walked into court with a twenty-year sentence for orchestrating a massive drug smuggling ring that moved tons of cocaine and meth from the U.S. to Canada, earning tens of millions. As the mastermind behind the operation from 2020 to 2023, he used commercial truckers to transport the drugs and pleaded guilty to a continuing criminal enterprise charge — avoiding a po...

A brutal collision on Macleod Trail left a cyclist in critical condition after a tangle with a van — the driver walked away unscathed. The crash shut down southbound Macleod Trail for hours, highlighting the peril cyclists face on the road. Just weeks ago, another cyclist died after being struck by an SUV on Centre Street North, where the driver reportedly suffered a medical emergency. Authorities...

Quebec City’s mayor Bruno Marchand is under fire for his hardline stance against homeless encampments, declaring that homelessness doesn’t grant unrestricted freedom — a position critics say fuels stigma and ignores the root cause: a crushing shortage of affordable housing. As homelessness surges 20% in the region since 2022, advocates argue the real crisis isn’t the camps themselves, but the lack...

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Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney made history with his first-ever visit to Saudi Arabia in 26 years, forging a new era of ties after years of strain. He met Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and inked 13 major commercial deals across AI, education, and critical minerals, while Saudi Arabia pledged to attend Canada’s investment summit. The formal, high-profile trip—complete with military honors a...

Beef buyers in Canada since 2015 could be in line for a nearly $8 million settlement over alleged price-fixing by major meat companies — JBS and National Beef are on the hook, with court approval still pending. This class-action covers only consumers, not restaurants, and you’ve got until August 10 to opt out. Other lawsuits are still active against Cargill and Tyson, and this follows the big brea...

Vulcan County just approved a massive 350-hectare rezoning for a potential 1,000-megawatt AI data center, sparking both excitement and concern. Developer Eric Steeves, a fifth-generation farmer, is moving forward with grid connections and plans to submit applications this fall, targeting a development permit next spring. Despite public pushback over water use, noise, and scale, Steeves remains com...

A man has been charged with assault after a shocking attack inside a Tim Hortons bathroom in Calgary, where he allegedly ambushed a victim, causing head injuries, before fleeing in a white car. Security footage helped identify the suspect — 35-year-old Andrew John Delaney — who turned himself in. The victim is expected to recover, but the incident underscores how violence can erupt even in the mos...

PepsiCo’s North American beverage sales took a 4% hit as inflation and soaring gas prices squeeze consumer budgets, forcing shoppers to cut back on drinks — while food sales held steady. CEO Ramon Laguarta admits the shift is faster than expected, prompting price cuts on snacks like Lay’s and Doritos to lure budget-conscious buyers. The company’s global sales, however, are booming in markets like...

A chilling act of violence unfolded outside Oklahoma City police headquarters when 38-year-old Alexander Emery allegedly hurled a Molotov cocktail at a person in a wheelchair, captured on surveillance footage. The victim was briefly engulfed in flames but was swiftly rescued by bystanders and an officer, sustaining only minor injuries. Emery now faces multiple felony charges, including assault wit...

Meta’s new AI image generator, Muse Image, is sparking outrage as it automatically uses public Instagram users’ photos to create new images without explicit consent—turning real people into AI content fodder. Critics, including advocacy groups and Creative Artists Agency, demand an opt-in model, calling the current opt-out design a privacy violation. Meta defends the feature, claiming safety measu...

Calgary’s Stampede noise crisis is heating up—with 186 complaints logged by Thursday morning, mostly from festivals like the Cowboys (124) and Badlands (37). The city tightened rules this year, ending weeknight concerts by midnight and lowering noise limits after last year’s backlash. Peace officers are monitoring bass-heavy events, balancing festival energy with neighborhood peace—and another upd...

Calgary’s Contemporary Calgary is flipping the script on art with pancake portraits—artist Erik Olsen is crafting edible likenesses of local leaders, including Mayor Jeromy Farkas, right on the griddle. The quirky, crowd-pleasing event coincides with a major funding win: a $40 million federal boost, celebrated with portraits of Prime Minister Mark Carney and other officials. What began as playful...

Turkey’s President Erdoğan surprised NATO leaders at the summit with engraved Magnum revolvers and six bullets each—complete with the recipient’s name. Canadian PM Mark Carney, who didn’t know what he’d received until chatting with UK PM Kier Starmer, admitted he’d prefer not to have firearms around, especially since it’s illegal in Canada and he lacks a license. Starmer had to leave his pistol in...

RCMP in Cochrane have laid serious charges against a Calgary man, Allan Rain, 29, accused of online child luring and possessing child sexual abuse material. The case began in May when a parent noticed their child sending private photos to an unknown contact. Investigators traced the activity to Rain’s devices and located him in Calgary, where he was arrested Wednesday. He’s expected in court Frida...

RCMP in Cochrane have laid serious charges against a Calgary man, Allan Rain, 29, accused of online child luring and possessing child sexual abuse material. The case began in May when a parent noticed their child sending private photos to an unknown contact. Investigators traced the activity to Rain’s devices and located him in Calgary, where he was arrested Wednesday. He’s expected in court Frida...

Alberta’s government is fast-tracking 57 school projects—16 in Calgary, 41 across the province—to slash construction timelines by nearly nine months, delivering new classrooms and upgraded facilities faster. Calgary’s schools are benefiting from expedited funding and early-stage design pushes, with five of twelve projects already in design and the rest jumping straight into construction. Education...

Two tornadoes touched down near the Alberta-Saskatchewan border Wednesday evening, triggering an emergency alert for eastern Alberta—later canceled as the storm moved into Saskatchewan. The Dillberry Lake Provincial Campground was evacuated, but all visitors were safely accounted for. Minor injuries, a flipped trailer, and tree damage were confirmed by researchers from the Northern Tornadoes Proje...

Pierre Poilievre’s jab at B.C. Conservative leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay’s opponent, calling her win a victory over “Liberal lobbyists from out east,” has sparked a firestorm. Elliott, the defeated candidate, fired back, calling Poilievre’s remarks disappointing — especially since her campaign featured his own former staffers, smashed fundraising records, and brought in thousands of new members. She...

Cochrane RCMP, with Calgary PD’s tactical unit, arrested 29-year-old Allan Rain after a parent reported alarming online activity involving their child. Investigators traced digital evidence to Rain’s phone and social media, leading to his arrest on serious charges including child luring and possession of child sexual abuse material. He’s set for court this Friday, and authorities urge anyone with...