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Canadian researchers test groundbreaking approach to treating Parkinson's disease

Canadian researchers test groundbreaking approach to treating Parkinson's disease

TORONTO — Canadian researchers are testing a new approach to treating Parkinson's disease they hope can slow and even stop its progress.
Alberta panel recommends no-fault auto insurance to address rising, costly premiums

Alberta panel recommends no-fault auto insurance to address rising, costly premiums

EDMONTON — A government panel is recommending a fundamental overhaul of automobile insurance in Alberta to move away from costly, protracted court fights to a collaborative no-fault model.
Edmonton university offering free cybersecurity course to Indigenous people across Canada

Edmonton university offering free cybersecurity course to Indigenous people across Canada

It usually costs $299 plus GST to register for this course
'Bleak' drilling forecast calls for even fewer Canadian oil and gas wells in 2021

'Bleak' drilling forecast calls for even fewer Canadian oil and gas wells in 2021

CALGARY — The Petroleum Services Association of Canada says it expects another "bleak" year for Canadian oil and gas drilling in 2021.
Federal election during the pandemic would be challenging but feasible: PHAC official

Federal election during the pandemic would be challenging but feasible: PHAC official

OTTAWA — A senior official at the Public Health Agency of Canada says holding a federal election during the COVID-19 pandemic would be feasible, despite the logistical challenges that Elections Canada would face. Dr.
Canada's ban on big cruise ships extended until February

Canada's ban on big cruise ships extended until February

OTTAWA — Transport Minister Marc Garneau says big cruise ships will be banned from Canadian waters at least until the end of February now.
Alberta proposes legislation to change rules on child-care spaces

Alberta proposes legislation to change rules on child-care spaces

The bill would also allow for availability to care 24 hours a day
Examining the relationship with our stuff

Examining the relationship with our stuff

Alberta filmmaker's latest documentary looks at the connection we each have to our belongings.
Archeology and culture collide during Siksika Nation field program

Archeology and culture collide during Siksika Nation field program

The course helped the students to make connections between their own cultural past
Okotoks drone company moves into airport

Okotoks drone company moves into airport

Airport becoming a hub for aviation education
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