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Americans search for better life in Canada, according to study

Americans search for better life in Canada, according to study

Americans leave the U.S. for a number of factors, including better job prospects, a lower cost of living, better quality of life, studying abroad, better healthcare, marriage and relationship, or just travel and adventure.
Emu on the loose near school finds new home in Calgary

Emu on the loose near school finds new home in Calgary

The Australian bird was captured near DeWinton, just south of Calgary, on June 19, and no owner came forward.
WestJet flight cancellations: What to know if you have a flight booked

WestJet flight cancellations: What to know if you have a flight booked

Over 200 more flights have been cancelled were cancelled by WestJet June 29.
The rent vs. buy debate in the Canadian housing market

The rent vs. buy debate in the Canadian housing market

Money.ca explains the pros and cons of renting and owning property in Canada.
Bear claws senior in West Vancouver

Bear claws senior in West Vancouver

Conservation officers say the woman and the bear likely startled each other in an incident that left the senior with minor injuries
'We failed': Judge approves $9.5-million settlement in Young Canadians abuse lawsuit

'We failed': Judge approves $9.5-million settlement in Young Canadians abuse lawsuit

A judge has approved a $9.5-million settlement for complainants in a class-action lawsuit that accused the Calgary Stampede of allowing a performance school staffer to sexually abuse young boys.
67-year-old Alberta ultrarunner torches four Canadian records

67-year-old Alberta ultrarunner torches four Canadian records

Alberta resident ran 202 km in 24 hours
Parks Canada keeping gate at Jasper lake closed for grizzly family

Parks Canada keeping gate at Jasper lake closed for grizzly family

"Reducing vehicle traffic will help lower congestion and overall disturbance, which can help the bears from becoming further habituated to humans."
Five charged in alleged car theft, arson and standoff in Northern Alberta

Five charged in alleged car theft, arson and standoff in Northern Alberta

Police dog and RCMP tactical units used in Kehewin car jacking arrests
WestJet mechanics go on strike in shock move, upending travel ahead of long weekend

WestJet mechanics go on strike in shock move, upending travel ahead of long weekend

WestJet airplane mechanics hit the picket lines Friday evening in a surprise move that threatens to disrupt flights for thousands of travellers at the outset of the Canada Day long weekend.
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