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21 Oct

Alberta Minister Devin Dreeshen to Visit Washington to Advance Cross-Border Transportation Priorities

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors Minister Devin Dreeshen is set to visit Washington, D.C., from October 21 to 24 to discuss cross-border transportation safety, infrastructure investment and trade connectivity with U.S. officials. The visit aims to strengthen cooperation between Alberta and the United States on key transportation issues affecting the movement of people and goods across North America. According to the Alberta government, discussions will focus on improving commercial trucking safety standards, maintaining U.S. customs and immigration pre-clearance services at Alberta airports, and advancing investment in transportation infrastructure. Dreeshen is expected to meet with representatives of the…

20 Oct

Sikh Separatist Pannun Announces Funding Support for CJP Protests, Targets Modi Government at Edmonton Event

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Edmonton/Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, the leader of the banned organisation Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), has announced plans to provide financial support to the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) for protests directed against the Narendra Modi-led government in India. The announcement was reportedly made during a Khalistan-related referendum event in Edmonton, Canada. Addressing a gathering of Khalistan supporters, Pannun described the proposed funding as part of a broader strategy he characterised as “fifth-generation warfare”. He indicated that SFJ would support CJP-led demonstrations and movements opposing the Indian government. The remarks have drawn attention to the group's stated plans to extend…

20 Oct

Alberta Referendum Results to Be Released After All Polling Stations Close

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Elections Alberta has outlined how unofficial results from the provincial referendum will be reported, cautioning voters that the initial figures will remain subject to verification until the official results are released on October 29. Although polling stations were scheduled to close at 8 p.m. on Monday, some locations may remain open longer to accommodate voters in line or compensate for delayed openings. Following disruptions earlier in the day, the last polling location was expected to close no earlier than 10 p.m. The results website will go live only after Elections Alberta confirms that every voting location across…

20 Oct

Alberta Extends Voting Hours at Dozens of Polling Stations, Delays Unofficial Referendum Results

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Elections Alberta has extended voting hours at numerous polling locations across the province following late openings on Monday, a move that will also delay the release of unofficial referendum results. Chief Electoral Officer Gordon McClure authorised the extensions under Section 4(3)(a) of Alberta’s Election Act, ensuring voters at affected locations receive the full advertised voting period. Elections Alberta said the delays resulted from various issues that have since been resolved. The affected polling stations are spread across Calgary, Edmonton and several other electoral divisions, including Airdrie-Cochrane, Lethbridge, Red Deer, Sherwood Park and Spruce Grove-Stony Plain. While most…

20 Oct

Alberta Referendum Voting Underway as Polling Stations Open Across Province

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Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): Most voting locations across Alberta opened on Monday for the province’s referendum, with polls scheduled to remain open until 8 p.m., Elections Alberta Chief Electoral Officer Gordon McClure confirmed. Eligible voters who have not cast their ballots during advance voting or through a special ballot can vote on Election Day, but they must attend the polling location assigned to their residential address. Voters can check their designated location using the Where to Vote card delivered to their homes, the Elections Alberta website or its online voting-location map. Those needing assistance can contact the agency’s service centre at…

19 Oct

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith Offers Condolences After Fatal Incident at CFB Wainwright

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EDMONTON, Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has expressed condolences to the families and colleagues of those killed or injured in a tragic incident at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright on Saturday, October 17, as provincial authorities continue coordinating the emergency response. In a statement issued Sunday, Smith said Alberta was grieving alongside the Canadian Armed Forces and the families, friends and colleagues of those affected. She described the loss of life and injuries as heartbreaking and wished those receiving treatment a full recovery. The premier also acknowledged the efforts of emergency responders and medical personnel who mobilised following the…

18 Oct

Deadly Incident Sparks Major Fire at Canadian Military Base in Alberta

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): A major fire broke out at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta following an incident that left multiple people dead and others injured, prompting a coordinated emergency response involving military personnel and authorities from several levels of government. Canada’s Defence Minister David McGuinty confirmed the deaths and injuries in a statement on Saturday but did not disclose the number of casualties or the cause of the incident. He described the situation as active and delicate, adding that the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) had joined the investigation. The Canadian Armed Forces are working alongside federal, provincial and…

17 Oct

Alberta Launches Triage Liaison Physician Programme To Reduce Emergency Room Wait Times

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta has announced the launch of a new Triage Liaison Physician programme aimed at improving patient care and reducing delays in busy emergency departments. The initiative will place physicians directly in emergency department waiting areas to assess patients earlier, identify those whose conditions may be worsening and help initiate diagnostic tests and treatment sooner. Adriana LaGrange, Alberta's Minister of Hospital and Surgical Health Services, announced the programme on October 16, describing it as an initiative intended to improve patient flow and strengthen safety across the province's emergency care system. Under the programme, Triage Liaison Physicians will assess…

17 Oct

‘Choosing Local Can Make A Difference’: Alberta Official Marks Small Business Week

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlbertaAlberta, Canada News, Entrepreneurs, Job Creation, Local Economy, Small Business Week, Small Businesses, Tany Yao

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is encouraging residents to support local entrepreneurs as the province prepares to mark Small Business Week 2026. Parliamentary Secretary for Small Business and Northern Development Tany Yao has highlighted the role of small businesses in creating jobs, strengthening communities and supporting the provincial economy. In a statement issued on October 16, Yao called on Albertans to recognise the people behind local businesses and make an effort to support them. Suggested ways to show support include shopping locally, recommending Alberta businesses and thanking small business owners for their contributions. Yao said small businesses often begin with an…

17 Oct

Alberta Posts $2.2 Billion Budget Surplus For 2025-26, Eyes Sixth Consecutive Surplus

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta has reported a budget surplus of more than $2.2 billion for the 2025-26 fiscal year, marking the Canadian province's fifth consecutive year of surplus under the current government. The provincial government is now projecting a sixth consecutive surplus, with higher revenues, stronger corporate profits and lower-than-budgeted spending contributing to the latest results. The government announced the year-end figures on October 16, 2026, stating that the final balance was $7.4 billion better than projected in Budget 2025. Alberta's total revenue reached $79.8 billion, exceeding the original forecast by $5.6 billion, while total expenses stood at $77.5 billion.…