Category: News

  • Release of High-risk Offender Michael Christopher DELMAS

    Release of High-risk Offender Michael Christopher DELMAS

    In the interest of public safety, the Calgary Police Service is issuing the following public information and warning in regards to the release of an inmate on completion of his sentence. Michael Christopher DELMAS, 36, was released to the Calgary community today, Friday, Sept. 20, 2019, after serving a six-and-a-half-year sentence for one count of…

  • High River RCMP Seeking Public Assistance in Animal Cruelty Investigation

    High River RCMP Seeking Public Assistance in Animal Cruelty Investigation

    High River, Alta – On September 20th 2019 High River RCMP responded to a call of a cat being shot by a BB gun near Emerson Lake. The cat suffered minor injuries and is expected to survive. Police are looking for any witnesses in regards to this occurrence. If you have information about this occurrence, please contact the High River RCMP Detachment at (403)652-2357,…

  • Foothills Green Party Candidate to Host Innovative Campaign Events; “Songs for the Green Evolution”

    Foothills Green Party Candidate to Host Innovative Campaign Events; “Songs for the Green Evolution”

    Turner Valley, AB – Federal Green Party candidate for the riding of Foothills, Bridget Lacey, has announced that her campaign will be hosting several special events over the upcoming month during which she will share the Green Party platform. However, these events will feature a unique twist; she will be both speaking as well as…

  • Sheriffs in Calgary Close Another Drug House

    Sheriffs in Calgary Close Another Drug House

    Alberta Sheriffs have shuttered a house in southeast Calgary after their investigation confirmed drug activity was taking place on the property. The Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods (SCAN) unit of the Alberta Sheriffs obtained a court order authorizing them to close the house at 2227 47 Street SE for 90 days. Under terms of the order,…

  • RCMP High River – Theft from Canadian Tire

    RCMP High River – Theft from Canadian Tire

    High River, AB September 23rd, 2019 On September 19th, 2019, at approximately 7:00 pm, High River RCMP responded to a theft from Canadian Tire in High River. An unknown male entered the store and left with a Dyson Vacuum Cleaner worth $400.00. The male left the area driving a white SUV northbound on 5th street SE. Police…

  • Elizabeth May Launches the Green Party’s 2019 Campaign in Victoria, B.C.

    Elizabeth May Launches the Green Party’s 2019 Campaign in Victoria, B.C.

    SIDNEY, B.C. (Sept 10, 2019) — Leader of the Green Party Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands) will officially launch the party’s 2019 campaign from a downtown hotel in Victoria, B.C. tomorrow. The campaign theme will be: honest, ethical and caring leadership. “We’re at a pivotal point in history,” said Ms. May. “The climate emergency we’re facing is…

  • Government Reconvened Early

    Government Reconvened Early

    Government seeks to reconvene the legislature on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2019 to continue fulfilling promises to Albertans. Government House Leader Jason Nixon announced that he has sent a request to Speaker Nathan Cooper to call members back for the fall sitting of the legislature earlier than anticipated in order to fulfil government’s ambitious legislative agenda.…

  • High River RCMP Seek to Identify Armed Robbery Suspect

    High River RCMP Seek to Identify Armed Robbery Suspect

    High River, Alta. – In the morning of September 18, 2019, High River RCMP responded to a robbery at the 7-11 convenience store in High River, Alberta. A male suspect brandishing a firearm had demanded cash from the clerk. The suspect is described as a Caucasian male, age 20-30 years old, approximately 5’9″, slim to medium build, dark hair, and was…

  • Minister Savage to Meet with Energy Council

    Minister Savage to Meet with Energy Council

    Energy Minister Sonya Savage will attend the quarterly meeting of The Energy Council in Anchorage, Alaska, Sept. 19-21. The council is an organization of elected legislators from 13 energy-producing U.S. states and two Canadian provinces. “The Energy Council is a vital opportunity for Alberta to foster important relationships with government officials. I am looking forward…

  • Sheriffs Shut Down Calgary Drug House

    Sheriffs Shut Down Calgary Drug House

    The Alberta Sheriffs have shut down a house that has been a source of drug activity and ongoing problems for residents of a Calgary neighbourhood. The Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods (SCAN) unit has obtained a court order giving investigators the authority to close the house at 2000 Cottonwood Cr. SE for 90 days and impose…

  • Canadian Economy Resilient Even as Global Outlook Worsens

    Canadian Economy Resilient Even as Global Outlook Worsens

    Lawrence L. Schembri, Bank of Canada Speaking a day after we decided to hold interest rates steady, Deputy Governor Lawrence Schembri discussed the key points Governing Council considered in their decision. He explained that the economy continued to show strength while the global backdrop weakened. He also outlined the link between stronger growth and inflation…

  • Premier Heads to U.S. to Boost Investment and Jobs

    Premier Heads to U.S. to Boost Investment and Jobs

    Premier Jason Kenney is travelling to New York, Ohio and New Brunswick to promote Alberta to U.S. and Canadian lawmakers, business leaders and investors. The trip, from Sept. 16 to Sept. 22, is part of the Premier’s strategy to drive investment to Alberta and stimulate economic growth and job creation across all sectors in the…

  • Suncor Energy to Invest $1.4 Billion in Low-carbon Power Cogeneration at its Oil Sands Base Plant

    Suncor Energy to Invest $1.4 Billion in Low-carbon Power Cogeneration at its Oil Sands Base Plant

    All financial figures are in Canadian dollars Delivers superior returns and a significant contributor to the company’s goal of growing incremental free funds flow by $2 billion by 2023 Suncor’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions associated with steam production at Base Plant will be reduced by approximately 25% GHG emissions in the province of Alberta will…

  • Travellers’ Advisory: Overnight Work on 212 Avenue Interchange

    Travellers’ Advisory: Overnight Work on 212 Avenue Interchange

    Crews are installing overhead signs and completing other work for the Deerfoot Trail interchange from Sept. 12 to Sept. 26 between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. During this time, travel may occasionally be limited to one lane in each direction to accommodate the work. Detours, lights, signs and traffic controls will be in place. Construction…

  • Andrew Scheer Launches Campaign to Help You Get Ahead

    Andrew Scheer Launches Campaign to Help You Get Ahead

    A new Conservative government will put more money in your pocket for you and your family Trois-Rivières, Quebec – When Canadians go to the polls on Oct. 21, only the Conservative Party of Canada will have a trustworthy plan to put more money in your pockets so you can get ahead. Today, Andrew Scheer, Leader of…