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'Our cultural fabric': Calgary Stampede gets ready to kick off Friday with parade

The 10-day celebration of cowboy life, called the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, kicks off with a downtown parade Friday morning.

Jul 4, 2023 5:15 PM Read more >

Cowboy Roast House evicted from Tsuut'ina land next to Bragg Creek

It has been described as a favourite weekend gathering spot, a place to enjoy the best slow-cooked meat in the world, and an eyesore.

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Hockey Canada names former Curling Canada exec Katherine Henderson as president, CEO

"As a winter sport nation, with a long tradition in our ice and snow sports, playing and watching hockey is undeniably a part of who we are as Canadians."

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Meta looks to target Twitter with a rival app called Threads

A listing for the app, called Threads, appeared on Apple's App Store, indicating it would debut as early as Thursday.

Jul 4, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Alberta RCMP releases photos of rural homicide victim found near Airdrie

"In consultation with his family, [Major Crimes Unit] are releasing photos of Jaiteg in the event that someone recognizes him and has information that may assist this investigation."

Jul 4, 2023 12:50 PM Read more >

Community rallies for staff who lost everything in Lake Louise blaze

“My niece just moved in and was one of the first to discover the fire, pulled the alarm, and went across the road to get help from the RCMP,” said Little of Pickering, Ontario, on a GoFundMe page set up for her niece.

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Young St. Albert writer's first book carries important message

Margaret Alexander, 7, penned Different Angel, a book bearing a message of acceptance and inclusion

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Search continues for two people missing after Quebec landslide

The search operation is focused along a 1.8-kilometre stretch of the small, winding Éternité River, on the shore and in the water.

Jul 4, 2023 10:30 AM Read more >

Finding joy at age 100: Talking to centenarians about living their best life at any age

What is life like at 100? Centenarians shared their joys and future hopes with a team of Saskatchewan researchers.

Jul 4, 2023 9:43 AM Read more >

Labour shortage in construction adding extra pressure to housing supply gap: experts

Alberta expert says the construction industry labour shortfall is going to increase.

Jul 4, 2023 8:45 AM Read more >