Category Archives: Local News
Indigenous Psychological Services Reports Rise in Suicide & Overdose Rates in Alberta
Indigenous Psychological Services is raising alarm over a growing crisis, with new figures showing increases in both Suicide and overdose rates among Indigenous populations in Alberta. Leigh Sheldon, ...
Mar 31, 2026
$3.1 Million in Funding awarded to local agencies for homelessness in Fort McMurray, Alberta
It was announced by the Government of Canada and the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo will receive $3,106,402.00 for local non-profit organizations benefitting the 2026-2027 homelessness program....
Mar 31, 2026
Alberta Government is investing $6 million for the Alberta Trades Discovery Centre in Calgary
The Alberta government announced the creation of the Alberta Trades Discovery Centre, a program designed to give students hands-on exposure to careers in the skilled trades in Calgary. The centre will...
Mar 30, 2026
New training program for family doctors aims to to provide better mental health care for rural and Indigenous patients
University of Alberta psychiatrists are offering training, resources and ongoing support so family doctors in Alberta can deliver more timely and effective mental health care, especially to rural and ...
Mar 30, 2026 Close-up of psychiatrist hands together holding palm of her patient. Courtesy: Getty Images
RMWB maintains Fort Chip Winter Road access amid late-season cold
Cold weather is keeping the Fort Chipewyan Winter Road open at full capacity, with officials saying the route remains accessible at its maximum weight limit of 45,000 kilograms. The Regional Municipal...
Mar 30, 2026
Fort Edmonton Métis Cultural Community Centre Set for Grand Opening
The Otipemisiwak Mtis Government - Fort Edmonton District 9 is inviting the community to celebrate the grand opening of its new Mtis Cultural Community Centre on Sunday, March 29. The event runs from ...
Mar 27, 2026 Fort Edmonton Métis Cultural Community Centre
Construction of New Aquatics Centre in Lac La Biche Near Completion
The new Aquatics Centre in Lac La Biche is nearing completion, with doors set to open in the mid - 2026. The facility will bring modern pools, waterslides, and family-friendly features to the communit...
Mar 27, 2026
Lloydminster Kinettes Host Free Easter Extravaganza for Families
The Kinettes Club of Lloydminster will host an Easter celebration on Saturday, March 28, offering free activities for children. Gina Wildeman, who is part of the planning committee for the even...
Mar 26, 2026
Elm tree pruning ban in Edmonton starts April 1
The City of Edmonton is reminding residents that elm tree pruning is banned from April 1 to September 30 to help prevent the spread of Dutch elm disease (DED). Dutch elm disease is a contagious fungal...
Mar 26, 2026 Courtesy: City of Edmonton
Crafters to the Rafters Gears up to Host Spring Market
Crafters to the Rafters will host its Spring Market on Saturday, March 28, and Sunday, March 29, at Heritage Park in Stony Plain. The market will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday and f...
Mar 25, 2026
