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10 Jul

Fertilizer Canada and Alberta Grains working together to promote 4R practices to farmers

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaAlberta, Calgary, Canada

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Fertilizer Canada and Alberta Grains have developed a 4R Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that outlines how the agriculture and Irrigation Industries, as well as farmers, can collaborate to enhance data collection and communication, thereby increasing the adoption of 4R practices. The MOU, a three-year agreement, was signed by representatives from Agriculture and Irrigation, Environment and Protected Areas, and Alberta Grains and Fertilizer Canada. The objectives of the MOU are to improve production and environmental stewardship through greater awareness of 4R practices and principles. It also aims to establish mechanisms to pursue common objectives and priorities related to…

10 Jul

Putting Alberta at the centre of US energy talks

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, Canada, Trending, World NewsAlberta

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): MLA de Jonge to underscore Alberta as the answer to U.S. energy security, while attending training at the Legislative Energy Horizon Institute (LEHI) in Richland, WA. While in Richland, Chestermere-Strathmore MLA Chantelle de Jonge will join state legislators from across the U.S. in training from July 10 to 15 to gather the latest insights on North America’s energy ecosystem, and emerging challenges and opportunities driving current U.S. energy policy and decision making. MLA de Jonge will also attend meetings where she will reinforce that when it comes to achieving the goal of energy dominance, Alberta has the…

09 Jul

Smoke from U.S. Wildfire Drifts into B.C., No Threat to Residents: Officials

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaBritish Columbia

Trail, B.C (Richa Walia) Residents across Greater Trail and the Columbia Basin witnessed hazy skies Tuesday afternoon as smoke from a wildfire burning in Washington State drifted across the border into southern British Columbia. The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary (RDKB) confirmed in a Facebook update that the smoke is originating from a wildfire located approximately 12 kilometres south of the U.S.-Canada border. “There is no threat to RDKB residents,” the statement read. The district added that BC Wildfire Service is fully aware of the situation, and the RDKB’s Emergency Management team is actively monitoring developments. While the smoke may…

09 Jul

ASIRT investigations continue on two files

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingASIRT, Canada

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) continues its investigations into two separate incidents. Investigation ongoing into injury during Whitehorse arrestOn June 24, 2025, the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) was directed to investigate a Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) arrest causing injury that occurred the previous day. On June 23, Whitehorse RCMP received multiple complaints of a male entering people’s yards without permission. While patrolling the area, RCMP officers located a male matching the description and attempted to apprehend him. The male attempted to flee from the officers and was combative when apprehended. During the…

09 Jul

Free summer fun at all Alberta museums and sites

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta makes culture more accessible with free and discounted summer admission for kids and youth at all provincial museums and historic sites until September 2. On July 4, Alberta joined the Canada Strong Pass program to help more people access and enjoy the history and culture our province has to offer. This summer, general admission to all Alberta museums and historic sites will be free for children and teens aged 17 and under, and half-price for young adults aged 18-24, making it easier than ever to discover the province’s rich history and culture. “Our government is excited…

09 Jul

Delta Land Co. Inc fined for workplace fatality

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingAlberta, Calgary, Canada, Delta Land Co. Inc

Calgary (National Times): A land development and management company has been fined $350,000 related to a workplace death. Delta Land Co. Inc., as an employer, pleaded guilty on June 30 in the Red Deer Court of Justice to one count under the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Code for permitting a worker to remain within range of a moving part of a powered mobile equipment. The company was fined $350,000 including the 20 per cent victim fine surcharge. The Crown withdrew six other counts. The charges stem from an incident that occurred at a resort development site at Gull Lake…

08 Jul

Stantec Settles U.S. False Claims Allegations for $4 Million Over EPA Brownfields Grants

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaEdmonton engineering firm, EPA brownfields grants, Stantec settlement, U.S. False Claims Act

Edmonton, July 8, 2025 — Edmonton-based engineering and design firm Stantec Inc. has agreed to pay US$4 million (C$5.5 million) to resolve allegations that it violated the U.S. False Claims Act in connection with federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) brownfields grants, the U.S. Department of Justice announced this week.The settlement stems from claims that between 2014 and 2022, Stantec subsidiaries including Stantec Consulting Services and Cardno Consulting, acquired by Stantec in 2021 improperly helped draft requests for proposals and statements of work for EPA brownfields assessment grants, then competed for and won those same grants.Federal regulations strictly prohibit contractors involved…

08 Jul

British Columbia Increases Tax Credit to Boost Video Game and VR Development Industry

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Vancouver (Richa Walia): In a move to strengthen British Columbia’s position as a hub for interactive digital media, the provincial government has announced a significant increase in tax incentives for developers of video games, virtual reality simulators, and related technologies. Premier David Eby revealed that starting September 1, the Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit will rise from 17.5% to 25%, providing additional support for companies like Electronic Arts and others operating in B.C. The credit, which was previously temporary, will also be made permanent, giving long-term financial clarity to businesses in the sector. “This is about future-proofing British Columbia’s economy,”…

08 Jul

Premier Danielle Smith hosts Stampede Breakfast at McDougall Centre

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingDanielle Smith

Calgary: Premier Danielle Smith hosted a Stampede Pancake Breakfast at Calgary’s McDougall Centre, perpetuating a long-standing annual tradition aligned with the Calgary Stampede.Dressed in western attire, Premier Smith, alongside Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre, Ontario Premiere Doug Ford and Saskatchewan premiere Scott Moe flipped and served pancakes to thousands of Calgarians who attended the morning event. The attendees enjoyed live music, warm hospitality, and the festive Stampede spirit. Premier Smith addressed the crowd and made a significant announcement that Alberta will pursue nuclear energy as part of its long-term strategy to meet growing energy demands and support clean technology development.…

07 Jul

Trump Pushes Global Trade Deals with Tariff Threats, Canada Exempt for Now

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, World NewsCanada trade talks, Donald Trump, global tariffs, Liberation Day duties, US trade deals

WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that he will be sending letters to as many as 15 countries worldwide, pressing them to strike new trade deals under threat of fresh tariffs.Trump said the correspondence would inform targeted nations that they face new tariffs dubbed “Liberation Day” duties if negotiations fail. His administration has signaled those tariffs could take effect in August.The president initially launched his global trade offensive in April but quickly scaled back the most severe measures, granting a 90-day window for talks. So far, the Trump administration has only reached preliminary trade frameworks with two…