New temporary foreign worker restrictions apply to small number of job seekers coming to Alberta

by Kim Trynacity

Of the nearly 10,000 temporary foreign workers who came to Alberta in 2016, only 400 were in skilled job employment categories now restricted by the federal and Alberta governments.

REVIEW #CBCfit: GoodLife strength training requires true grit

by Tim Adams

I have never seen someone sweat so much in my life as watching the CBC’s Min Dhariwal suffer at the new GoodLife Fitness in Oliver Square.

Environmental group sues Catherine McKenna for failing to report on efforts to save caribou habitat

by Peter Zimonjic, Susan Lunn

An environmental group is taking Canada's environment minister to court for what it says is a failure to uphold its responsibilities laid out in the Species at Risk Act.

Alberta child intervention panel wants to hear from families before publication ban recommendation

by Roberta Bell

One member of the Alberta all-party child intervention panel says the decision to lean toward public accountability over family privacy should be dialled back.

Syncrude upgrader to return to full operation by end of June

A March 14 fire and explosion at the Syncrude Mildred Lake upgrader near Fort McMurray triggered a shutdown of the plant and seriously injured one worker.

Video Coolest fort ever? Edmonton students get creative with cardboard

by William Wang

For the students at Ellerslie Campus, learning is as active as can be: the students have constructed a temporary city out of boxes.

Police release new photos of witnesses to fatal LRT stabbing

Edmonton police have released photos of people they believe witnessed the fatal stabbing of a teenager at the Coliseum LRT station on April 11.

Heavy snowfall and flooding leads to state of emergency at Saddle Lake First Nation

Heavy snowfall and the resulting flooding has led to a state of emergency being declared at Saddle Lake Cree Nation, where some roads are now impassable.

Former Alberta Health Services employee fined $3,000 for breaching client files

A former Alberta Health Services employee who worked at the Athabasca Healthcare Centre has been fined $3,000 for accessing health records without authorization.

Wildrose alleging NDP MLA raised his fists at Derek Fildebrandt

by Michelle Bellefontaine

The Wildrose has asked to look at security footage that may have caught an incident in which NDP MLA Mike Connolly allegedly raised his fists at Wildrose MLA Derek Fildebrandt.

More regulations coming for Edmonton pawn shops

by Lydia Neufeld

A city committee wants to change the regulations that govern pawn shops and has asked city staff to develop amendments that include restrictions on how many can be located in a given area.

Pressure on Oilers' stars after Sharks' top players run roughshod in Game 4 shellacking

by David Pollack

There's a hockey adage that to win the Stanley Cup, an NHL team's best players have to be just that. Unexpected heroes will emerge along the way, but a team's stars must shine the brightest.

RIP DedFest? Edmonton film festival considering a move

After nearly a decade of operation, the organizers behind DedFest, Edmonton’s leading alternative film festival, are pondering the event’s demise.

Firefighters douse homeless-camp fire in river valley

by Travis McEwan

Black smoke alerted Edmonton fire crews to an out-of-control camp fire in the river valley Wednesday.

Edmonton police cleared in excited delirium death of man in custody

An investigation has cleared Edmonton police officers in the death of a 25-year-old man being held at police headquarters two years ago.

Alberta bans hiring foreign workers for 29 high-skilled jobs

by Michelle Bellefontaine

Alberta companies looking to hire temporary foreign workers in one of 29 high-skilled job categories will be directed to a new service that will match them with qualified local workers.

Red Deer mom who used son in child porn and sent images to U.S. man awaits sentencing

by Robson Fletcher

A 44-year-old Alberta woman who worked at a licensed daycare and pleaded guilty to using her own son to make child pornography will be sentenced next month.

Errant parachutist snarls flights to and from Calgary

by Dan McGarvey

A parachutist caused major problems at Calgary International Airport early Monday evening, flying a powered parachute in the path of planes.

Orange crushed: Oilers fans lament one-sided loss to San Jose

Some fans have likened it to a garbage fire.

Need a lawyer but don't qualify for legal aid? Project aims to slash fees for Albertans

by Allison Dempster

Middle-income Albertans who can't afford legal services but don't qualify for aid may now have an alternative — a few dozen lawyers in the province have teamed up to offer limited help at a cheaper cost.

Cold, wet weather delays central Alberta growing season

by Travis McEwan

Six months after last year's harvest season, central Alberta farmers still can't clear their crops due to the wet, snowy weather.

Lone challenger of 7-term Alberta chief plans legal action after being stripped from ballot

by Robson Fletcher

The only would-be challenger for chief of O'Chiese First Nation plans to take his case to federal court after he was disqualified as a candidate under new election rules that also make it nearly impossible for him to challenge the decision.

Pure North alternative health program punted by CNRL months before getting $10M government grant

by Charles Rusnell, Jennie Russell

Alberta Health gave Calgary oilman Allan Markin’s private foundation a $10-million grant to expand an unproven alternative health program after Canadian Natural Resources Ltd., the company Markin co-founded, barred the foundation from directly providing the program to its employees.

How oilsands facilities prepare in case of another wildfire

by Kyle Bakx

With the one year anniversary of the Fort McMurray wildfire a few weeks away and another hot summer approaching, oil and gas companies are working to improve their protection and response in case of another monumental fire.

Recap Sharks humiliate Oilers in Game 4 to tie up series

by David Pollak

Joe Pavelski and Logan Couture each scored two goals and the San Jose Sharks rebounded from back-to-back shutouts in emphatic fashion, beating the Edmonton Oilers 7-0 on Tuesday night to tie their first-round playoff series at two games apiece.

Edmonton Catholic school board wants mandatory vaccinations for all Alberta students

by Roberta Bell

Edmonton Catholic Schools is calling on the province to make vaccines mandatory for students attending all publicly funded schools.

Sherwood Park man dead after single-vehicle collision near Tofield

A 77-year-old man from Sherwood Park is dead after his vehicle veered off a highway near Tofield and came to rest in a slough on Monday.

Plan to elevate Valley Line LRT grounded

by Lydia Neufeld

Edmonton city councillors have rejected a plan to elevate a portion of the Valley Line LRT, and will maintain the status quo saying the cost, at up to $220 million, isn't worth it.

Looming marijuana legalization concerns oil and gas safety watchdog

The group responsible for safety in the oil-and-gas industry is reiterating its concerns about the impact of legal marijuana in Canada.

Burst water pipe swamps west-end Islamic centre

A burst water pipe flooded the Muslim Association of Canada Islamic Centre in west Edmonton with mud and water Monday morning.

Alberta homeowners offered up to $3,500 for energy-efficient renos

by Michelle Bellefontaine

People can qualify for the rebate as long as they use approved Alberta contractors who will be listed on the Energy Efficiency Alberta website.

2nd-degree murder charge laid in downtown Fort McMurray beating death

Wood Buffalo RCMP have charged a 26-year-old man with second-degree murder in the beating death of a 33-year-old Fort McMurray man earlier this month.

Keepin' it teal against orange crush: Sharks fans paint home signature shade

If you thought sporting a bright orange Oilers jersey was enough to prove your dedication to the tribe, you had better check yourself.

Man, 30, charged with murder in death of woman, 53

A 30-year-old man has been charged with second-degree murder in the death Sunday of a 53-year-old woman in northeast Edmonton early Monday.

Liftoff: University of Alberta satellite rockets into orbit

With an explosion of rocket fuel and plume of smoke, a tiny satellite made by a group of Edmonton students has begun its journey, while propelling Alberta into the space industry.

Personal Essay How pickin' cans with my dad shaped my view of Canada

by Arlana Bennett

An education on racism, Indigenous identity and the quiet dignity of collecting cans by the side of the road.