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25 Dec

Alberta Plans ‘Naughty List’ to Protect High Level Bridge from Truck Collisions

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Edmonton’s iconic High Level Bridge continues to face challenges from oversized trucks, prompting Alberta’s government to explore new measures to prevent collisions. Transportation Minister Devin Dreeshen revealed plans for stricter policies, including a “naughty list” for truckers, aimed at reducing incidents near the 112-year-old landmark. The double-decker steel bridge, which spans over 750 metres across the North Saskatchewan River, has seen five direct hits and ten near-misses by large trucks this year alone. Despite bright warning signs indicating the bridge’s limited clearance—10.6 metres on the lower deck—truck drivers frequently attempt to cross, causing traffic congestion and damage.…

24 Dec

Alberta Independence Referendum Question Clears Key Approval Hurdle

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Edmonton, December 24, 2025: A proposed referendum on Alberta leaving Canada has moved a step closer to appearing on a ballot after receiving approval from the provincial election agency on Monday.The approved question asks voters: “Do you agree that the province of Alberta should cease to be a part of Canada to become an independent state?” The campaign is being spearheaded by the Alberta Prosperity Project, which must now appoint a chief financial officer by early next month before it can begin formally collecting signatures. To trigger a referendum, the group needs just under 178,000 valid signatures.Alberta Prosperity Project chief…

23 Dec

Elections Alberta Clears Path for Petition Seeking Vote on Alberta’s Independence

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Elections Alberta has approved a proposed referendum question that asks voters whether Alberta should separate from Canada, allowing a citizen-led campaign to begin gathering signatures in support of the idea. With the approval in place, the Alberta Prosperity Project — the group behind the initiative — is now authorized to launch its petition drive once it appoints a financial officer, a step that must be completed by early January. Signature collection can begin immediately afterward. The question approved for circulation asks Albertans whether they agree that the province should leave Canada and form an independent country. This…

21 Dec

Danielle Smith Defends Alberta Next Report Amid Criticism of Timing and Content

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ALBERTA (Rajeev Sharma): Premier Danielle Smith has pushed back against accusations that her government attempted to downplay the release of the Alberta Next report, insisting that the report’s Friday afternoon publication ahead of the Christmas holidays does not mean it is being ignored. The report, compiled by a Smith-appointed panel, examined Alberta’s relationship with Ottawa and made several high-profile recommendations, including the creation of a provincial pension plan to replace the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and the eventual establishment of a provincial police force to succeed the RCMP. “Replacing the CPP with an Alberta plan is the most financially meaningful…

21 Dec

Freezing Cold Fails to Deter Audience as “AJEY: The Story of a Monk to CM of UP” Premieres in Calgary

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Despite extreme cold weather, Calgary witnessed an overwhelming response to the special screening of AJEY: The Story of a Monk to CM of UP (Yogi Adityanath), a biographical film based on the life of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The film, written by noted author Shantanu Gupta, was screened at a special ticket rate of $10 and organized by Gopal Saini. Hundreds of viewers from the Indo-Canadian community attended the premiere, demonstrating strong enthusiasm and admiration for the subject of the film. The packed screening stood as a testament to the audience’s commitment, as many braved…

20 Dec

Alberta Next Panel Recommends Referendums on Immigration and Provincial Pension Plan

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Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta Next panel, tasked with exploring ways to increase provincial autonomy, has put forward seven key recommendations, including proposals for public referendums on major policy issues. The report was released Friday, following town hall consultations held in ten Alberta communities over the summer and fall. Chaired by Premier Danielle Smith, the 15-member panel focused on topics such as self-governance, a provincial pension plan, taxation, equalization payments, federal transfers, provincial policing, immigration, and constitutional reform. “Albertans were clear that for too long, decisions made outside this province have limited Alberta’s ability to grow our economy and chart…

19 Dec

Alberta Court Clears Way for Gender Care Law After Province Invokes Notwithstanding Clause

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Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): An Alberta judge has lifted a court injunction that had temporarily blocked the province’s controversial legislation restricting access to gender-affirming health care for minors, following the government’s decision to invoke the notwithstanding clause. The ruling comes after the Alberta government appealed an earlier decision that paused the law’s enforcement. With the injunction now removed, the legislation — which bars physicians from prescribing puberty blockers and hormone therapy to youth under the age of 16 — is allowed to proceed. The law has been strongly contested by advocacy organizations. Earlier this year, Egale Canada and Calgary-based group Skipping…

18 Dec

Powerful Winter Storm Triggers Massive Multi-Vehicle Pileup on QE2 Near Calgary

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Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): A powerful winter storm and sudden blizzard conditions turned a stretch of Highway QE2 between Airdrie and Calgary into a scene of devastation, as a massive chain-reaction collision involving an estimated 80 to 100 vehicles left motorists fighting for their lives. The intense snow blizzard brought near-zero visibility, fierce winds, and ice-covered pavement, creating extremely dangerous driving conditions. Many drivers reported being unable to see more than a few metres ahead before traffic abruptly came to a halt. Vehicles began sliding uncontrollably, crashing into one another in rapid succession, leaving people trapped inside crushed cars and…

18 Dec

Alberta Sheriffs Shut Down Calgary Property After 148 Drug and Crime Complaints

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Sheriffs have closed a Calgary property at 2016 41 Street SE following nearly two years of investigation linked to drugs and criminal activity. Acting under a court order obtained by the Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods (SCAN) unit, the property will be closed for 90 days starting Dec. 17 at noon, with all occupants ordered to vacate. The closure follows 148 complaints from residents and police findings that included drug trafficking activity, arrests on outstanding warrants, and the seizure of ammunition and weapons. The property, located near two playgrounds and an elementary school, will be boarded up,…

16 Dec

Two Punjabi Students Fatally Shot in Canada; Families Fear Case of Mistaken Identity

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Edmonton/Chandigarh (Rajeev Sharma): Tragedy struck two young men from Punjab when they were fatally shot in Edmonton, Canada, leaving their families devastated and searching for answers. The incident occurred early Friday, and authorities have not yet established a clear motive. The victims, Gurdeep Singh (27) from Barre village and Ranvir Singh (19) of Uddat Saidewala village in Mansa district, were attacked shortly after leaving a friend’s birthday celebration. According to family accounts, the two had just entered a car when another vehicle arrived, and the assailants opened fire before fleeing the scene. Ranvir, seated in the driver’s seat, was directly…