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Premier Danielle Smith and 14 UCP MLAs Face Unprecedented Recall Petitions Across Alberta

Premier Danielle Smith and 14 UCP MLAs Face Unprecedented Recall Petitions Across Alberta

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta has entered uncharted political territory as Premier Danielle Smith and fourteen members of her United Conservative Party caucus face officially approved recall petitions, marking the largest and most coordinated recall effort since the province introduced recall legislation. The surge of petitions reflects rapidly growing public dissatisfaction with the government’s handling of major issues, from education disputes to governance concerns.The recall wave began gaining momentum in late November, when Elections Alberta confirmed that petitions targeting fourteen UCP MLAs had met the requirements to move forward. The applications, filed by citizens across the province, accuse the MLAs of…
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Calgary Transit to Phase Out Express Bus Routes by 2027 as City Shifts to Modern Network Model

Calgary Transit to Phase Out Express Bus Routes by 2027 as City Shifts to Modern Network Model

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Calgary Transit has confirmed that several long-standing express bus routes will be phased out by 2027 as part of a major network modernization effort. The decision follows updates to the city’s long-term RouteAhead plan, which aims to refocus transit resources on high-frequency corridors and broaden access across the city.The express routes affected include services running through Hidden Valley, MacEwan, Harvest Hills, Coventry Hills, and Panorama Hills long considered commuter-heavy areas that relied on peak-hour express connections to downtown. These routes, Calgary Transit says, are now considered legacy services that no longer align with the city’s growth, travel…
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First Major Snowfall Paralyzes Calgary: Nearly 400 Collisions, Flight Delays, Bus Detours and Citywide Disruptions

First Major Snowfall Paralyzes Calgary: Nearly 400 Collisions, Flight Delays, Bus Detours and Citywide Disruptions

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma):,Calgary’s first major snowfall of the season brought widespread disruption across the city on Monday, leading to dangerous road conditions, extensive travel delays, and nearly 400 collisions.Officials confirmed a total of 393 reported crashes, as icy roads and reduced visibility made driving treacherous. Of these, 26 collisions involved injuries, prompting a surge in emergency calls. The city also recorded 50 non-injury hit-and-run incidents amid the challenging conditions. Air travel was also heavily affected. Calgary International Airport reported significant flight delays and cancellations, with crews working to de-ice aircraft and clear snow from runways. Passengers were urged to check…
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Immigration Detainee Escapes from Calgary’s Rockyview Hospital; Public Urged to Contact Authorities with Information

Immigration Detainee Escapes from Calgary’s Rockyview Hospital; Public Urged to Contact Authorities with Information

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): Authorities are currently searching for an immigration detainee who escaped from Rockyview Hospital in Calgary during a medical assessment, according to official reports.The individual in question, Jagdeep Singh, was in the custody of the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and is under investigation under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for alleged involvement in organized criminal activities. Further details regarding the investigation have not been disclosed.The CBSA is collaborating closely with the Calgary Police and other law-enforcement agencies to locate the missing detainee.Authorities are advising the public not to approach or apprehend the individual. Anyone with…
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Shootout Linked to Alleged Extortion Attempt Alarms Saddleridge Residents in Calgary

Shootout Linked to Alleged Extortion Attempt Alarms Saddleridge Residents in Calgary

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): A quiet Monday morning turned tense in Saddleridge after a house on Saddlelake Grove NE was struck by gunfire around 3:45 a.m. According to residents, unknown individuals in a white SUV opened fire at the home, discharging approximately 12 rounds—five hitting a vehicle parked in front of the house and seven striking the front exterior and garage. Sources claim the homeowner had received threatening phone calls about a month ago demanding an alleged extortion payment of $300,000, along with certain videos. Some sources also mentioned that the caller identified himself with the name “Tony Bal,” though this…
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Calgary Council Reviews 2026 Budget Adjustments, Property Tax Hike Set to Continue

Calgary Council Reviews 2026 Budget Adjustments, Property Tax Hike Set to Continue

Calgary, (Rajeev Sharma): Calgary City Council has presented the 2026 budget adjustments, confirming plans to maintain previously approved property tax increases despite ongoing concerns about rising living costs. The proposed adjustments aim to balance city operations and fund essential services amid inflationary pressures and a rapidly growing population.According to city documents, the overall tax revenue increase for 2026 is projected at 3.6 per cent, translating to an average 5.4 per cent rise for residential homeowners and 1.3 per cent for non-residential properties. The City of Calgary says the increase is necessary to maintain services, invest in infrastructure, and support public…
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RED FM Calgary Hosts Annual Gurpurab Radiothon, Raises Funds for Alberta Children’s Hospital

RED FM Calgary Hosts Annual Gurpurab Radiothon, Raises Funds for Alberta Children’s Hospital

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): RED FM, Calgary’s multicultural radio station, successfully organized its annual Gurpurab Radiothon on November 5, commemorating the birth anniversary of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the First Sikh Guru. The Radiothon raised $213,250 for the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation, supporting the Guru Nanak Dev Ji Vision Clinic in acquiring a new RetCam, an advanced retinal imaging system crucial for diagnosing and treating severe eye conditions in children.“Whenever we solicit support for a charitable cause, our community consistently responds with generosity. At RED FM, the Gurpurab Radiothon is a highlight of our year,” stated Kulwinder Sanghera, President of…
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Mount Royal University Faculty and Students Rally in Solidarity with Alberta Teachers, Condemn Government’s Use of Notwithstanding Clause

Mount Royal University Faculty and Students Rally in Solidarity with Alberta Teachers, Condemn Government’s Use of Notwithstanding Clause

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): More than a 100 numbers of faculty members, staff, and students gathered at Mount Royal University (MRU) on Tuesday afternoon to show solidarity with Alberta teachers and protest the provincial government’s decision to invoke the notwithstanding clause to end a three-week teachers’ strike.The rally, organized by the Mount Royal University Faculty Association (MRFA), was held in the university’s main courtyard. Participants held signs reading “Teachers Deserve Respect” and “Protect Workers’ Rights”, calling the government’s move an “attack on constitutional freedoms” and a violation of collective bargaining rights. The demonstration came just days after the Alberta government passed…
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Haryana Diwas and Diwali to Be Celebrated with Grandeur in Calgary

Haryana Diwas and Diwali to Be Celebrated with Grandeur in Calgary

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma) :- The essence of Haryana’s cultural heritage and the festive spirit of Diwali will converge in Calgary on November 1, 2025, as the community comes together to commemorate Haryana Diwas and Diwali at the Magnolia Banquet Hall. The festivities will commence at 6:00 PM, promising an evening replete with cultural extravaganzas, melodious music, and joyous celebrations. The event, organized by the Haryanvi Society of Canada will feature an array of appetizers and dinner, captivating cultural performances, an energetic DJ, and a bar for guests to enjoy. Families are encouraged to participate and celebrate the rich cultural legacy…
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Mayor Jeromy Farkas Commits to Reducing Property Tax Increase Proposed by Previous Council

Mayor Jeromy Farkas Commits to Reducing Property Tax Increase Proposed by Previous Council

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Calgary’s newly-elected Mayor, Jeromy Farkas, has pledged to curb the substantial property tax increase proposed by the previous city council. Calling the planned hike “exorbitant,” Farkas emphasized that his foremost objective is to bring about a “significant reduction” in the proposed increase, aiming to ease the financial strain on Calgarians already contending with inflation and rising living costs.The mayor stated that he will try to reduce the property tax and look for practical solutions to balance the city’s financial needs without overburdening residents. He reaffirmed that his administration will work to lower the tax hike while safeguarding…
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