Alberta

03 Sep

CALGARY PREPARES FOR A GRAND JANMASHTAMI CELEBRATION AS HINDU SOCIETY INVITES COMMUNITY TO MARK LORD KRISHNA’S DIVINE BIRTH

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCalgary

CALGARY (Rajeev Sharma): — The Hindu Society of Calgary is preparing for a special and spiritually enriching Janmashtami celebration on Thursday, September 3, 2026, bringing families, devotees and community members together to mark the divine birth of Lord Krishna. The day-long celebration will begin at 8:00 a.m. and continue until midnight at the Hindu Society of Calgary, located at 2225 24 Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2E 8M2. The celebration will feature a range of religious and devotional activities designed to create an atmosphere of faith, joy and togetherness. The temple will be beautifully decorated for the occasion, providing devotees with…

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03 Sep

CALGARY CAREER FAIR 2026: CONNECTING TALENT WITH REAL OPPORTUNITIES AND BUILDING A UNITED FUTURE

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCalgary

CALGARY (Rajeev Sharma): — Under the theme “Diverse Roots, United Future,” the Universal Roots Foundation, in partnership with Gurukul Academy and IOFIT, is set to host the Calgary Career Fair 2026 on September 13, with MAX/PROTAX BLOCK serving as the Title Sponsor. The event is designed to bring employers, professionals, skilled workers and job seekers together on one platform, creating meaningful opportunities for employment, networking and career growth. Speaking to National Times, Savita and Jaspreet said the career fair has been planned as an inclusive platform for people from all industries and professional backgrounds, with a focus on connecting talent…

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03 Sep

ASIRT Wraps Up Probe Into AI-Generated Intimate Images Involving Alberta Peace Officer

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingASIRT

Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) has completed its investigation into a case involving AI-generated intimate images and an Alberta Sheriffs peace officer. The matter was investigated as a Level 1 case, a category covering incidents involving serious injury or death, as well as allegations concerning an officer that are considered particularly serious or sensitive. ASIRT’s involvement in the case comes under expanded powers granted to the agency through changes to the Peace Officer Act, which came into effect in December 2025. Under the revised legislation, ASIRT can investigate Level 1 matters involving peace officers. Following…

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03 Sep

Alberta Announces $320 Million Expansion of Cardiac Care at Lethbridge Hospital

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta

Lethbridge (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta government has announced a major investment in cardiac and critical care services at Chinook Regional Hospital, with design work for the project set to begin this month. The province is committing $320 million to redevelop the hospital’s cardiac catheterization lab and expand its intensive care and cardiac care facilities. Construction is expected to get underway in October 2027. Chinook Regional Hospital serves Lethbridge as well as communities across southern Alberta and provides emergency treatment, specialised services and critical care to patients from across the region. ICU and Cardiac Care Capacity to Increase As part of…

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03 Sep

Oversized Load to Move Through Central Alberta on Sept. 4; Drivers Warned of Delays

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCentral Alberta

Central Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): Motorists travelling between Tofield and Fort Saskatchewan on September 4 should expect slower traffic and possible delays as an exceptionally large and heavy load is transported along several major roads. The movement is scheduled to begin early in the morning, with the load departing from Dacro in Tofield at around 4:30 a.m. Because of its size and weight, the vehicle will travel at a maximum speed of 50 km/h and is expected to move below the normal posted speed limits. Guide vehicles will accompany the load throughout the journey. Due to the width required for the…

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02 Sep

Punjabi-Origin Man Identified as Victim in Calgary Shooting

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCalgary

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Calgary police have identified the man who died following a shooting in the city on August 30, with authorities confirming that his death is being treated as a homicide. Police released the victim’s identity as part of their investigation into the incident. The victim was of Punjabi origin, according to the information available. The shooting prompted a police response, with investigators working to establish the circumstances surrounding the fatal incident and determine what led to the death. Authorities have classified the case as a homicide, indicating that the death is being investigated as a criminal matter. Further details…

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02 Sep

Alberta Voters Face New Rules as Referendum Special Ballots Begin Mailing

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Elections Alberta has started mailing special ballot packages to voters ahead of the province’s October 19, 2026, referendum, while reminding Albertans that several voting procedures have changed since the 2023 provincial election. The agency said it has received about 225,000 special ballot requests, nearly four times the 59,589 requests recorded during the 2023 Provincial General Election. Chief Electoral Officer Gordon McClure is urging voters who plan to vote by mail to apply early and return their completed packages as soon as possible. Elections Alberta must receive special ballots by 5 p.m. on October 16. Changes voters should know Amendments to…

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02 Sep

Alberta Announces Record $10.8 Billion Education Investment as Students Return to Class

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta students are heading back to school with the province announcing a record $10.8 billion investment in education aimed at hiring more teachers, expanding classroom support and creating additional student spaces. The funding represents an increase of more than seven per cent and comes as Alberta's school system continues to experience rapid enrolment growth. Nearly 90,000 additional students have entered the province's schools over the past four years, putting pressure on classrooms and existing resources. Premier Danielle Smith said the latest investment responds to concerns raised by parents and teachers about the need for additional support in schools. More teachers and classroom…

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31 Aug

Calgary Police Investigate Two Shootings in Cornerstone

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCalgary, Cornerstone

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Calgary Police Service is investigating two separate shootings in the northeast Calgary community of Cornerstone, including a fatal shooting early Sunday morning and another shooting Saturday night that left one man injured. The first incident occurred shortly after 9 p.m. Saturday in the 100 block of Cornerstone Road N.E. Police said a man inside a vehicle was shot by a person in a second vehicle. The victim was transported to hospital in serious condition, which was later upgraded to stable. Police said three individuals who were in one of the vehicles fled the scene. A red sports…

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30 Aug

Dashmesh Culture Centre Hosts Ward -5, a Day of Action and Community Clean-Up

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingDashmesh Culture Centre

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Dashmesh Culture Centre (DCC) Gurdwara Sahib Calgary hosted the Ward 5 Day of Action and Community Clean-Up on Saturday, August 29, bringing together residents, community organizations, seniors and volunteers from different backgrounds to promote cleaner neighbourhoods and stronger community connections. The initiative, led by Ward 5 Councillor Raj Dhaliwal, was held from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at DCC, located at 135 Martindale Blvd. N.E. Bags, gloves, water and clean-up routes were provided to volunteers, while residents who had not registered or been assigned to a team were also welcomed and connected with available clean-up zones.…

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