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Canada slaps retaliatory tariffs on hundreds of U.S. goods, outlines response plan

Canada slaps retaliatory tariffs on hundreds of U.S. goods, outlines response plan

Ottawa is imposing 25 per cent tariffs on hundreds of goods originating in the United States — from meat and milk to carpets and curtains — in response to steep new American levies against Canada.
Alberta law society reprimands ex-justice minister Kaycee Madu, orders $39K payment

Alberta law society reprimands ex-justice minister Kaycee Madu, orders $39K payment

Alberta's law society has formally reprimanded former provincial justice minister Kaycee Madu and ordered him to pay nearly $39,000 in costs.
A short list of some of the U.S. goods to be hit with Canadian tariffs on Tuesday

A short list of some of the U.S. goods to be hit with Canadian tariffs on Tuesday

Effective Tuesday, Canada is imposing 25 per cent tariffs on $30 billion in goods originating in the United States — part of Canada's response to sweeping tariffs on Canadian goods ordered by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Anti-fascism protesters brave the cold to spread messages of joy

Anti-fascism protesters brave the cold to spread messages of joy

Around 100 people brave the cold to spread messages of love and diversity in St. Albert in response to a fascist group that held anti-immigration signs on a busy street in the city just over a week earlier.
Jasper on Fire: New book recounts first five days of monster blaze

Jasper on Fire: New book recounts first five days of monster blaze

The book includes interview with, among others, Jasper Mayor Richard Ireland, Jasper Fire Chief Mathew Conte and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith. The author also spoke with an evacuated woman who was expecting to go into labour.
Teenager flown to Calgary hospital after 'uncontrolled landing' at Lake Louise Ski Resort

Teenager flown to Calgary hospital after 'uncontrolled landing' at Lake Louise Ski Resort

A male teenage skier was taken to a Calgary hospital in serious condition on Jan. 26 after an uncontrolled landing at Lake Louise Ski Resort.
Tim Hortons brings back the cups for Roll Up to Win contest

Tim Hortons brings back the cups for Roll Up to Win contest

Tim Hortons is returning its famed Roll up to Win contest back to its roots. The café chain said Monday it will reintroduce hot beverage cups with rims that can be rolled up to reveal a prize when the promotion gets underway on Feb. 24.
Mark Carney might have the edge as potential Liberal leader, but still faces major obstacles

Mark Carney might have the edge as potential Liberal leader, but still faces major obstacles

While Mark Carney’s outsider status inspires the Liberal faithful, his performance on the campaign trail is more likely to highlight the drawbacks of political inexperience.
One charge dropped, one amended for Ft. McMurray man accused of running ‘chop-shop’

One charge dropped, one amended for Ft. McMurray man accused of running ‘chop-shop’

Charges against Kyle Cushing laid too soon, say Crown and Justice
Reconciling problems key says Alberta couple married for over 70 years

Reconciling problems key says Alberta couple married for over 70 years

Much of the couple’s success is attributed to the fact that the groom has maintained a very positive outlook on life, says his wife.  
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