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Olymel reducing hog production in Alberta and Saskatchewan, cutting about 80 jobs

Olymel reducing hog production in Alberta and Saskatchewan, cutting about 80 jobs

MONTREAL — Olymel says it is cutting about 80 jobs as it reduces its hog production in Western Canada.
Bail hearing delayed for Alberta man accused of sexually assaulting five women

Bail hearing delayed for Alberta man accused of sexually assaulting five women

CALGARY — A bail hearing for a man accused of kidnapping and sexually assaulting women in Calgary has been adjourned until next month.
In B.C., Alberta and around the world, forcing drug users into treatment is a violent policy

In B.C., Alberta and around the world, forcing drug users into treatment is a violent policy

This article was originally published on The Conversation, an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts. Disclosure information is available on the original site.
Wildfires in Alberta spark urgent school discussions about terrors of global climate futures

Wildfires in Alberta spark urgent school discussions about terrors of global climate futures

This article was originally published on The Conversation, an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts. Disclosure information is available on the original site.
WestJet pilots deal grants 24% pay raise over four years

WestJet pilots deal grants 24% pay raise over four years

CALGARY — WestJet pilots are poised to get a 24 per cent pay bump over four years under an agreement-in-principle between the company and the union.
CWB reports Q2 profit down from year ago, raises quarterly dividend

CWB reports Q2 profit down from year ago, raises quarterly dividend

EDMONTON — CWB Financial Group raised its quarterly dividend as it reported its second-quarter profit fell compared with a year ago and said it was targeting lower annual loan growth than previously expected.
Political divisiveness a threat to Alberta economy, business groups say

Political divisiveness a threat to Alberta economy, business groups say

CALGARY — As the Alberta election campaign heads into its final days, business groups are warning that increased divisiveness and political extremism poses a threat to the province's economic future.
UCP leader warns voters against re-electing Rachel Notley and NDP at Calgary rally

UCP leader warns voters against re-electing Rachel Notley and NDP at Calgary rally

CALGARY — United Conservative Leader Danielle Smith continually linked her NDP opponent with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at an election rally Thursday night.
All-star kicker Rene Paredes combines football and firefighting this CFL season

All-star kicker Rene Paredes combines football and firefighting this CFL season

CALGARY — Rene Paredes is the most veteran player in the Calgary Stampeders' locker room and a rookie at the fire station.
Alberta NDP promise laws by summer to lower consumer costs, keep Canada Pension Plan

Alberta NDP promise laws by summer to lower consumer costs, keep Canada Pension Plan

EDMONTON — NDP Leader Rachel Notley says if her party wins Monday’s election, it would reconvene the legislature this summer to pass bills to lower costs for Albertans and close the door on the province quitting the Canada Pension Plan.
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