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If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook — that will be changing due to Meta’s decision to block Canadian news in response to new government legislation. Here's a look at how to find us going forward. trib.al/icYticF

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Important breaking news and information about Canada — and about your community — will no longer be available on Meta platforms. But you can connect with Global News’ journalism.

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Global News Calgary traffic reporter @global_leslie responds to an email criticising her choice of clothes. #yyc

Reporter’s emotional response to viewer email gains media attention

Global News Calgary traffic reporter Leslie Horton responds to an email criticising her choice of clothes.

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BREAKING: Alberta will be requiring schools to notify and gather parental consent if their child changes their names and pronouns in school. READ MORE: trib.al/xz0UBkD trib.al/xz0UBkD

Alberta proposes parental consent for name changes in schools, age limits on gender affirmation...

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said the government will be requiring parental notification and consent if a child 15 years or younger changes their name and pronouns at school. 

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Calgary Police Service said they received a call at around 8:40 p.m. of people gathering outside the hotel where Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is staying. trib.al/fkP6WIY

Protesters gather outside Calgary hotel where Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is staying - Calgary |...

Calgary Police Service said they received a call Wednesday evening of people gathering outside the hotel where Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is staying.

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“This was not a protest. This was an occupation and a convoy bent on hurting working people, taking away people’s ability to work and harassing residents of a city that had to be shut down,” Singh said. trib.al/OUNaEK4

Emergencies Act invoked because all levels of government failed to act, Singh says | Globalnews.ca

Singh said the NDP voted to invoke the Emergencies Act because the protestors were a threat to Canada's democracy and sovereignty.

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“Those people at those anti-mask protests, let’s not kid ourselves. They’re not people who [are protesting because they] need to eat. They are people who are marching in thinly veiled white nationalist supremacist anti-government protests,” Nenshi said. trib.al/cCGJjF0

Calgary mayor says anti-mask rallies are ‘thinly veiled white nationalist’ protests | Globalnews.ca

Naheed Nenshi suggested he is not planning an imminent run for federal or provincial office after he ends three terms as Calgary's mayor later this year.

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Danielle Smith attended the meeting virtually and was the only premier who did not join the closing press conference. Instead, she released a statement saying she did not sign on to the federal government's plan. #yyc trib.al/PooUmma

Trudeau vows ‘fair’ Trump tariff response but won’t rule out energy cuts | Globalnews.ca

The prime minister hailed "unanimous" consent on a possible response to U.S. tariffs after a meeting with the premiers, but Alberta's premier says she can't sign on to the plan.

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“If Alberta isn’t satisfied with the number or kind of newcomers moving to our province, we may have the option to withhold provincial social programs,” says a video participants are required to view before taking the immigration survey. globalnews.ca/news/11260437/…

Alberta Next survey asks if province should withhold social services for some immigrants | Global...

'If Alberta isn't satisfied with the number or kind of newcomers moving to our province, we may have the option to withhold provincial social programs.'

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Alberta is proposing a law that would allow it to veto any deal struck between municipalities and the federal government. READ MORE: trib.al/Z0UrlYB trib.al/Z0UrlYB

Alberta proposes legislation giving it gatekeeping role on federal funding | Globalnews.ca

Premier Danielle Smith says the province has had long-standing concerns over federal intrusion into areas of provincial authority.

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“The sight of an elected government being bent to the will of criminals should be of grave concern to everyone regardless of their political belief," trib.al/Og2NMBs

Alberta NDP Leader Notley says Premier Kenney is pandering to COVID-19 protesters | Globalnews.ca

'We are a nation of laws and it's time this UCP government remember that these laws apply to everyone — even if you happen to want their vote in the leadership review.'

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Residents of a northern Alberta town have voted in favour of a bylaw banning Pride flags and rainbow crosswalks from municipal property. READ MORE: trib.al/qdUxlMX trib.al/qdUxlMX

Barrhead residents vote in favour of bylaw banning rainbow flags, crosswalks | Globalnews.ca

The town says it will be going ahead with removing existing crosswalks or flags that violate the bylaw.

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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s government says it is planning to introduce legislation that would allow it to ignore international agreements signed by Ottawa. globalnews.ca/news/11453031/…

Alberta legislating authority to ignore international agreements signed by Canada | Globalnews.ca

Sam Blackett, Premier Danielle Smith's press secretary, said Alberta's legislation would be similar to a long-standing legislative framework in place in Quebec.

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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said she will be cancelling a health consulting agreement involving the World Economic Forum. trib.al/N7EGRYk

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith cancelling health consulting agreement with WEF | Globalnews.ca

Smith criticized AHS' agreement with the World Economic Forum in a live internet stream last Friday, where she asked why the AHS has to be involved with the WEF at all.

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Witches paddleboard down the Bow River in #yyc on #Halloween.
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Dr. Joe Vipond, an emergency room physician based in Calgary, is calling for chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw’s resignation. trib.al/M3d4Lpn

‘This is a travesty’: Albertans protest COVID-19 rule rollback for second day | Globalnews.ca

For the second day in a row, hundreds of Albertans protested the government's plan to lift mandatory COVID-19 isolation rules, scale back contact tracing and limit testing.

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On Saturday's episode of "Your Province, Your Premier", Smith said, "There isn't anything wrong with parents wanting to protect their children as long as possible from issues regarding sexuality." READ MORE: trib.al/CuBoMfV trib.al/CuBoMfV

Alberta to introduce parental rights legislation next week | Globalnews.ca

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said Saturday that the United Conservative government's parental rights legislation will be revealed next week.

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DO NOT ADJUST YOUR TELEVISION SCREEN... It's not *actually* a unicorn that you're seeing, it's @jordanwitzel. #Halloween

Halloween 2019: Jordan Witzel dresses as a unicorn

Global Calgary meteorologist Jordan Witzel dressed as a mystical unicorn - named Ferdinand -- for Halloween 2019.

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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has written a letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, saying the province intends to opt out of the federal dental care plan by 2026. READ MORE: trib.al/Q8BQmHP trib.al/Q8BQmHP

Alberta to opt out of federal dental plan by 2026: Premier Smith | Globalnews.ca

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has written a letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, saying the province intends to opt out of the federal dental care plan by 2026.

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"If passed, they would be some of the most extreme anti-trans and anti-2SLGBTQ policies, not only in Canada, but in the world." trib.al/3HTHO63

United Conservative Party members set to debate more transgender policies at AGM | Globalnews.ca

The United Conservative Party's annual general meeting begins Nov. 1 in Red Deer, where Premier Danielle Smith's leadership will also be up for review.

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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government will introduce legislation on pronouns in schools after classes begin in September. READ MORE: trib.al/awjKbqf trib.al/awjKbqf

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says legislation on school pronouns to come after classes begin |...

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government will introduce legislation on pronouns in schools after classes begin in September.

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A group representing 14 Alberta LGBTQ groups, including Calgary Pride, has officially banned Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and the UCP from 2024 Pride events. READ MORE trib.al/T3osCCL trib.al/T3osCCL

LGBTQ groups ban Alberta premier, UCP from 2024 Pride celebrations | Globalnews.ca

A group representing 14 Alberta LGBTQ groups, including Calgary Pride, has officially banned Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and the UCP from 2024 Pride events.

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"(The) damage — a lot of it — can be laid in the feet of Danielle Smith,” Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi said. globalnews.ca/news/11158244/…

Alberta premier’s efforts backfired on the federal Conservative party: Nenshi | Globalnews.ca

Alberta New Democrats have long said Smith’s U.S. speaking appearances should be considered an in-kind donation to Liberal Prime Minister Mark Carney’s election campaign.

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“I know that there are thousands upon thousands upon thousands of progressive Albertans who do not feel that [Premier] Jason Kenney speaks for them." trib.al/8Bl6qnr

Justin Trudeau makes stop in Calgary on Day 39 of federal election campaign | Globalnews.ca

The federal Liberal Leader made a stop in Calgary for a rally on Day 39 of the campaign.

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Residents of Westlock, Alta., have voted in favour of prohibiting non-governmental flags from being flown on municipal flagpoles and painting town crosswalks in any other way than a traditional white-striped pattern. READ MORE: trib.al/l458M5T trib.al/l458M5T

Alberta town’s residents vote in favour of bylaw that will see Pride crosswalk be removed |...

The vote on Thursday was a close one, with 663 people voting in favour of the changes and 639 people voting against them.

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Alberta Justice says probe uncovered no evidence of emails between Smith’s office, Crown prosecutors trib.al/gG7DPb0

Alberta Justice says probe uncovered no evidence of emails between Smith’s office, Crown prosecut...

No record of electronic communication between Premier Smith's office and the ACPS has been found after allegations reported last week were probed.

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BREAKING: Danielle Smith beat out the six other candidates in the first round of voting to become the new leader of the UCP — and will be the next premier of Alberta. #abpoli READ MORE: trib.al/pOtXBDI
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Justin Giesbrecht captured this footage of a large grizzly bear and her cubs near Edson, Alta. Giesbrecht believes the bear was nearly seven feet tall.

Alberta man captures footage of large grizzly, cubs near Edson

Justin Giesbrecht captured this footage of a large grizzly bear and her cubs near Edson, Alta. Giesbrecht believes the bear was nearly seven feet tall.

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Alberta has announced its final numbers for the fiscal year that ended in March, and the bottom line is a $4.3-billion surplus. trib.al/PnmVv9P #abgov

Alberta spent on emergencies but made more resource revenue; sees $4.3B surplus | Globalnews.ca

Alberta has announced its final numbers for the fiscal year that ended in March, and the bottom line is a $4.3-billion surplus.

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The Alberta government is considering new legislation to prevent the federal government from going directly to municipalities and providing funding for projects such as housing and transit. READ MORE: trib.al/SPwSY9h trib.al/SPwSY9h

Alberta says Ottawa is overstepping by funding municipalities directly for housing projects |...

Alberta's Social Services Minister Jason Nixon told reporters on Friday provinces are best equipped to deal with local housing issues.

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Premier Danielle Smith says Alberta is putting $29 million into creating a new sheriff patrol unit to shore up security at the Canada-United States border. READ MORE: trib.al/zNPBWZI trib.al/zNPBWZI

Alberta government to invest $29M into border security patrol unit with sheriffs, drones | Global...

The announcement comes after incoming Donald Trump pledged to impose 25 per cent tariffs on all Canadian and Mexican imports on his first day back in office in January.

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“Let me be perfectly clear: We are not going to be shutting down our oil and natural gas industry." trib.al/QGgjG50

Smith talks energy, ‘just transition’ legislation in provincial update | Globalnews.ca

Smith said she believes the federal government's "just transition" legislation for cleaner jobs is a ploy to phase out the oil and gas industry.

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An anti-trans response, apparently from Valbella Gourmet Foods, to a sponsorship request is prompting some Alberta businesses to sever ties with the deli and butcher in Canmore. Warning : This story contains transphobic remarks. trib.al/JNEsD28

Transphobic response to Canmore Pride donation request sparks apology, swell of support | Globaln...

An anti-trans response apparently from a Canmore deli and butcher to a request for sponsorship went viral.

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New data suggests the Alberta NDP has not experienced any boost in support after former Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi was named leader in a landslide victory. READ MORE: trib.al/zeG5S1W trib.al/zeG5S1W

Alberta NDP has not seen popularity boost following Nenshi victory: poll | Globalnews.ca

New data suggests the Alberta NDP has not experienced any boost in support after former Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi was named leader in a landslide victory.

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“I mean, if children are infected, they’re transmissible and they’re transmissible to teachers just the same as they are to anyone else," Dr. Chris Mody told Global News. trib.al/c0K4FHU

Reality check on Alberta politicians’ statements on schools, COVID-19 transmission and vaccines |...

Global News spoke with a pair of infectious disease specialists to check their claims.

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We have deleted a tweet after learning that a mountain which Premier Kenney said was named after Queen Elizabeth II was in fact named after Queen Elisabeth of Belgium.
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Albertans who want to continue to protect themselves from the COVID-19 virus will have to pay out of pocket for it, the province announced late Friday afternoon. globalnews.ca/news/11240743/…

Alberta to begin charging residents a fee to get the COVID-19 vaccine | Globalnews.ca

Albertans who want to continue to protect themselves from the COVID-19 virus will have to pay out of pocket for it starting in the fall of 2025, the province announced on Friday.

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The plane has landed, the Pandas have arrived in #yyc #pandamagic
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“The day that (chief medical officer of health) Dr. (Deena) Hinshaw announced that there would be no more testing or tracing or isolation, we lost five major conventions from Calgary that day.” #YYC #COVID19AB trib.al/2RoPL5X

‘Major conventions’ left Calgary when Alberta changed policy on COVID-19 testing, tracing, isolat...

The convention and event industry has had to weather changing public health measures and waning client confidence, especially tough during the fourth wave of the pandemic.

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A proposed class-action lawsuit has been filed against the City of Calgary over a major water main break claiming businesses lost significant revenue. trib.al/s1LKR93

Proposed class-action lawsuit filed over ‘catastrophic’ Calgary water main break | Globalnews.ca

The a statement of claim alleges the City of Calgary knew the failed pipe was made of lower-grade materials and should have moved to prevent the failure.

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A moose temporarily blocked a Calgary couple from voting. #yycvote bit.ly/2xJGfl3

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In a statement on Saturday, Smith called the proposed mandates "unconstitutional" and "extremely harmful" to Alberta's and Canada's economies. trib.al/TQ1Wm8T

Alberta will not recognize federal net-zero mandates: Premier Danielle Smith | Globalnews.ca

In a statement on Saturday, Smith called the proposed mandates "unconstitutional" and "extremely harmful" to Alberta's and Canada's economies.

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A group of people gathered to spread some cheer at the South Health Campus hospital, dressing up in costumes and donating gift cards to intensive care and emergency staff as a way of saying thank you. #COVID19 #calgarycovid #covid19calgary
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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she's concerned such petition drives aren't using the recall legislation in good faith but instead, are trying to overthrow her government. globalnews.ca/news/11513339/…

No changes coming ‘at the moment’ for Alberta’s recall legislation: Danielle Smith | Globalnews.ca

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she's concerned such petition drives aren't using the recall legislation in good faith but instead, are trying to overthrow her government.

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A judge has sentenced two Alberta men to six and a half years in prison for their roles in the 2022 border blockade at Coutts, Alta. READ MORE: trib.al/z4dDth2 trib.al/z4dDth2

Alberta men receive 6.5-year prison sentences for Coutts border protest | Globalnews.ca

A judge sentenced two Alberta men to 6 1/2 years in prison for their roles in the 2022 border blockade in Coutts.

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There won’t be a provincial mask mandate this holiday season, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said Wednesday, instead leaving it to the choice of individuals. #COVID19AB trib.al/gBOI1SK

Danielle Smith quashes nurses’ call for mask mandate despite high pediatric hospitalizations |...

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said her government supports individual choice, in response to a call from the United Nurses of Alberta for an indoor mask mandate.

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If passed, the new bill would protect Albertans from being “coerced” into receiving any kind of medical treatment, so long as an individual has the “capacity” to consent and is not likely to cause “substantial harm to themselves and others.” trib.al/ysDOQOK

Alberta proposes new bill of rights, including to refuse medical treatment — with exemptions |...

Premier Smith said amendments have been worded to conflict with the UCP's plan to introduce legislation giving police and family the authority to force drug users into treatment.

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Our #Global1 helicopter captured this shot of the iconic @CFSnowbirds soaring in front of the Canadian Rockies. #wingsoverspringbank #calgary #yyc
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Masks could be mandatory in Banff by the August long weekend. Do you think face coverings should be required for visitors to popular sites like Banff? trib.al/NHUshum

Masks in the mountains: Banff considers mandatory face coverings during COVID-19 pandemic |...

Firefighters handed out nearly 3,000 masks to people in Banff over the weekend.

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Longtime anchor Linda Olsen, a titan when it comes to TV news in Alberta's largest city, announced Monday she is retiring from her role at Global Calgary. Her last day anchoring will be on Monday, Aug. 19. READ MORE: trib.al/xXS1IA4 trib.al/xXS1IA4

Beloved news anchor Linda Olsen to retire from Global Calgary - Calgary | Globalnews.ca

Olsen's last day anchoring Global News at 5 Calgary and Global News Hour at 6 Calgary will be on Monday, Aug. 19.

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Notley’s husband is a communications official for the Canadian Union of Public Employees and sits on the governing board of Notley’s NDP. Now, Smith says she wants to know if it’s legal for CUPE to spend money on attack ads against the UCP. trib.al/7sVz5XW

Danielle Smith questions role Notley’s husband to play in upcoming election | Globalnews.ca

Alberta NDP leader, Rachel Notley's husband is a communication official for CUPE, an organization which Smith says shouldn't be spending money on attack ads against the UCP.

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Premier Danielle Smith said the visit to Mar-a-Lago was constructive and beneficial for Albertans. globalnews.ca/news/10954906/…

‘Friendly and constructive’: Premier Danielle Smith meets with Donald Trump | Globalnews.ca

In a statement on X, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said she had the opportunity to meet U.S. president-elect Donald Trump at his resort and again at his golf club in Florida.

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The crash hit close to home for @rodstewart, whose son played junior hockey for the Spokane Chiefs in the WHL. trib.al/OmCWz34

Hockey dad Rod Stewart pays tribute to Humboldt Broncos during Calgary show | Globalnews.ca

A massive photo of the Humboldt Broncos was displayed during a Rod Stewart concert in Calgary Sunday evening, as the music legend dedicated a song to those killed and injured in the tragic crash.

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Alberta changing rules to ensure ‘age appropriate’ books in schools. globalnews.ca/news/11197455/…

Alberta changing rules to ensure ‘age appropriate’ books in schools | Globalnews.ca

Alberta's UCP government will introduce new regulations this fall to ensure that only “age appropriate” books are available in school libraries.

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Kenney says he won’t ‘take a lecture’ from feds on COVID-19 in Alberta trib.al/fxfgK8q #COVID19ab #COVID19alberta

Kenney says he won’t ‘take a lecture’ from feds on COVID-19 in Alberta | Globalnews.ca

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney says he respects the advice of Alberta's top doctor when it comes to COVID-19, and the federal government should do the same.

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“I don’t want children to grow up in a city that prioritizes subsidies for NHL Team owners, but ignores those who can’t afford a place to live or a way to get around our city.” #yyc #yyccc trib.al/D2hT7m7

Calgary councillor poses scrapping arena deal amid budget deliberations - Calgary | Globalnews.ca

Calgary city council voted in July to build the new event centre — which would include an arena where the Calgary Flames would play — at a price tag of $550 million.

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'(We) urge you in the strongest possible terms to call on the federal government to immediately deploy the military': Alberta health-worker unions call on Kenney to request help for COVID-19 crisis trib.al/88vBwKy #COVID19alberta

Alberta health-worker unions call on Kenney to request military help with COVID-19 crisis |...

There are calls for Premier Jason Kenney to request assistance from the military as Alberta's health system struggles to keep up with the fourth wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Former Calgary city councillor Druh Farrell is returning to political life and will seek the nomination to run for Alberta’s NDP in the Calgary-Bow riding. #abpoli #yyc trib.al/cMOd1To

Former city councillor Druh Farrell seeking NDP nomination in Calgary-Bow - Calgary | Globalnews.ca

Former Calgary city councillor Druh Farrell Farrell served as a city councillor for 20 years, representing Ward 7. She announced last year she wouldn't run for a seventh term.

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Alberta Health Services documents shows private provider Alberta Surgical Group was charging the government $8,300 for hip replacements — double was AHS said it cost in hospital. trib.al/fTHDdWr

Alberta surgical company’s fees double public costs, according to AHS documents | Globalnews.ca

Alberta Health Services documents shows private provider Alberta Surgical Group was charging the government $8,300 for hip replacements — double was AHS said it cost in hospital.

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‘Canada is terrible’ a video taken during a routine traffic stop in Edmonton by a WWE wrestler has gone viral. #yeg #yegtraffic #WWE #laceyevans #WWElive trib.al/r0OzH8V

‘Canada is terrible’: WWE wrestler posts video of Edmonton traffic stop | Globalnews.ca

A video of a routine traffic stop in Edmonton went viral after a WWE wrestler posted it on her Twitter account.

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Premier Danielle Smith says her government’s plan to restructure health care includes removing AHS as the operator of some hospitals and turn facilities over to Covenant Health. READ MORE: trib.al/2wyt2WL trib.al/2wyt2WL

Premier Danielle Smith reveals plans to transfer some Alberta hospitals away from AHS | Globalnew...

Premier Danielle Smith says her government’s plan to restructure health care includes removing AHS as the operator of some hospitals and turn facilities over to Covenant Health.

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Alberta is banning photo radar on Stoney Trail in Calgary and Anthony Henday Drive in Edmonton, saying the ring roads are being used for making money — not traffic safety. #yyc trib.al/VtpLKHF

Alberta banning ‘cash cow’ photo radar on Edmonton and Calgary ring roads | Globalnews.ca

Alberta is banning photo radar on Stoney Trail in Calgary and Anthony Henday Drive in Edmonton, saying the ring roads are being used for making money — not traffic safety.

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WATCH: @Scottfeeglobal and @Amberschinkel got the giggles when @JordanWitzel started talking about... swinging. Oh Jordan!

Scott and Amber get the giggles when Jordan Witzel talks ‘swinging’

Jordan Witzel got confused by Tuesday’s ParticiPACTION 150 Play List activity of the day: swinging. The mix-up caused Amber Schinkel and Scott Fee to get the giggles.

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'Breaking some glass ceilings': Alberta-born Cree model becomes face of Nike campaign trib.al/hYYH5CZ

Alberta-born Cree model becomes face of Nike campaign: ‘Breaking some glass ceilings’ | Globalnew...

An Alberta-born Cree model is now the face of a major Nike campaign that celebrates Indigenous culture. 

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A member of Parliament says he’s calling on the federal government to halt funding to the Calgary Stampede. Liberal member George Chahal, who represents Calgary Skyview, says the Stampede has lost people’s trust. trib.al/y1fjHMe

Plaintiff in abuse lawsuit supports call to halt federal funding for Calgary Stampede | Globalnew...

Member of Parliament, George Chahal, says he's calling on the federal government to halt funding to the Calgary Stampede after a settlement was reached in the class-action lawsuit.

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“We do not live in a society where a person can pick and choose the laws they follow,” Police Chief Mark Neufeld said. trib.al/X3gCaui

Calgary police issue more tickets for COVID-19 rule violations - Calgary | Globalnews.ca

"We do not live in a society where a person can pick and choose the laws they follow," Calgary's police chief said.

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Calgary Flames general manager Craig Conroy was visibly upset when commenting on assistant general manager Chris Snow, who experienced a serious medical incident and is not expected to recover. #yyc

Flames GM Craig Conroy emotional discussing Assistant GM Chris Snow

Calgary Flames general manager Craig Conroy was visibly upset when commenting on assistant general manager Chris Snow, who experienced a serious medical incident and is not expected to recover.

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WATCH: @Janefonda slams @JustinTrudeau - "The lesson is we shouldn't be fooled by good looking Liberals."

Fonda slams Trudeau: We shouldn't be fooled by good looking Liberals

Actress Jane Fonda slammed Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Wednesday as a "disappointment" for approving several energy pipelines, saying that he has "betrayed every one of the things he committed to."

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Calgary’s mayor says it’s the “height of insanity” that Alberta is moving ahead with removing almost all of its remaining COVID-19 public health orders. trib.al/ChliLHE

Nenshi says lifting Alberta’s remaining COVID-19 health orders is the ‘height of insanity’ |...

Calgary's mayor says it's the ``height of insanity'' that Alberta is moving ahead with removing almost all of its remaining COVID-19 public health orders.

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Our Global1 helicopter was over a dramatic police pursuit in Calgary's northeast Monday morning. #yyc #calgary

Dramatic police pursuit in Calgary's northeast

Global1 was over a dramatic police pursuit in Calgary's northeast on Monday

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Elections Alberta says second legislature member, Angela Pitt, facing recall petition globalnews.ca/news/11508617/…

Elections Alberta says 2nd legislature member, Angela Pitt, facing recall petition | Globalnews.ca

The MLA for the riding of Airdrie-East, Angela Pitt, is the second member of the Alberta legislature to be the subject of a citizen recall petition.

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“It almost made me cry. There’s a a lot of negativity in the world and that kind of move felt profound and absolutely positive.” trib.al/BctQTo9 @Jill_Croteau #yyc

Calgary police officer pays for homeless man’s groceries - Calgary | Globalnews.ca

A compassionate act of kindness is getting a lot of attention on social media. It's a story about helping a fellow human in need. A homeless man is no longer hungry thanks to one generous stranger.

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It's Calgary's very own version of The March of the Penguins as The Penguin March returns to the @calgaryzoo #yyc #penguins
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“I was blown away completely. I was not expecting it and not this soon. It was really remarkable.” trib.al/MjH3ukz

Humboldt Broncos player paralyzed after bus crash able to move leg after life-changing surgery in...

A Humboldt Broncos hockey player paralyzed in last year's bus crash is now able to move his leg thanks to a life-changing procedure performed overseas in Thailand.

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BLOOPER ALERT: @global_leslie fell off her chair on Wednesday while imitating a skating move. Don't worry --- she's okay! @MatthewConrod_ @DallasFlexhaug @jordanwitzel #MorningMoment
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Corb Lund says that after meeting with Energy Minister Brian Jean, he doesn’t believe the minister knows enough about the issue. READ MORE: trib.al/AIc12jv trib.al/AIc12jv

Country musician Corb Lund criticizes Alberta minister over coal application support | Globalnews.ca

Corb Lund says that after meeting with Energy Minister Brian Jean, he doesn't believe the minister knows enough about the issue.

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Can you tell we're a little excited about #MorningofGiving? @Global_Leslie fueled by holiday cheer... and coffee. #YYC

Global Calgary's elf name for Leslie Horton

The Global News Morning Calgary anchors Dallas Flexhaug and Blake Lough disclose Leslie Horton's elf name during Morning of Giving 2022.

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Right-wing media personality Ben Shapiro has referred to Canada as the 51st state and PragerU has been criticized for distorting history and downplaying slavery and climate change. #ableg trib.al/BWojnuI

NDP calls on Smith to cancel ‘despicable’ PragerU appearance with Ben Shapiro | Globalnews.ca

Right-wing media personality Ben Shapiro has referred to Canada as the 51st state and PragerU has been criticized for distorting history and downplaying slavery and climate change.

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Calgary, Edmonton mayors call potential separatism referendum ‘dangerous’. globalnews.ca/news/11172340/…

Calgary, Edmonton mayors call potential separatism referendum ‘dangerous’ | Globalnews.ca

The mayors of Calgary and Edmonton say talk about an Alberta separation referendum is dangerous for the economy because it creates uncertainty for potential investors.

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WATCH: Drag Queen and country music singer @trixiemattel joins @global_leslie to discuss the first-ever inclusive #Stampede music event at the @thepalace_yyc on July 4, 2019 #Stampede2019

Trixie Mattel headlines LGBTQ event to kick off Stampede

Drag Queen and country music singer Trixie Mattel joins Leslie Horton to discuss the first-ever inclusive Stampede music event at the Palace Theatre on July 4.

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A letter obtained by the Globe and Mail allegedly accuses the UCP of widespread corruption, conflicts of interest and firing the former CEO of AHS because she tried to investigate. #yyc trib.al/YsN4e7Z

Alberta puts contracts on hold amid allegations of widespread corruption in private surgeries |...

A letter obtained by the Globe and Mail allegedly accuses the UCP of widespread corruption, conflicts of interest and firing the former CEO of AHS because she tried to investigate.

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Alberta premier promises to protect parents' rights during speech to UCP convention trib.al/KjStPHk

Alberta premier promises to protect parents’ rights during speech to UCP convention | Globalnews.ca

Smith's speech came prior to delegates debating and voting on about 30 resolutions.

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We've missed her in studio and know many of you have as well! So we checked in with @global_leslie to get an update on her cancer diagnosis and road to recovery. Watch the full video: bit.ly/3MtPSMi #yyc
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The sign on the door at Without Papers Pizza in Inglewood clearly states: “We are not in compliance with the City of Calgary bylaw 65M2021” — the city’s vaccine passport bylaw. trib.al/ihTHVni

Calgary restaurant’s permit suspended for failing to comply with COVID-19 restrictions - Calgary |...

A Calgary pizza restaurant is without a food handling permit after failing to comply with COVID-19 restrictions.

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'As a born and raised Albertan, I love this province [and] I will not have my values mistakenly described by extremist MPs in the Conservative party': Rachel Notley offers fiery response to Buffalo Declaration trib.al/mtLYVRK
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The United Conservative Party is accusing three labour unions of promoting the Alberta NDP without disclosing donors, violating the Election Finances and Contributions Disclosure Act. trib.al/22LA6Zm

Alberta’s UCP accuses labour unions of illegally promoting the NDP | Globalnews.ca

In a letter to Elections Alberta on May 2, the UCP accused the AFL, CUPE Alberta and ATA of being third-party advertisers to benefit Alberta NDP leader Rachel Notley.

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“If Albertans see widespread school closures because of the rapid spread of omicron, if thousands of students are sent home again because of this government’s refusal to step up, then the minister must step down,” Phillips said. #COVID19AB trib.al/NxAEiH5

Education minister must ‘stake her job’ on return to school: Lethbridge-West MLA Phillips |...

As schools prepare to welcome students back amid an Omicron-fueled COVID-19 wave, the education minister is being called to task if students return to at-home learning.

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Wyatt Smuszko,16, has been thrifting and collecting donations of used western wear with a plan to open a pop-up shop in Calgary ahead of the Stampede. trib.al/LTf60oD
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“You are flying with a man beside you who is your roommate probably and all of a sudden, one man will explode and he would disappear. You go back and you pack up his gear and send it home.” trib.al/Zis1IUb

‘I’ve seen things that humans shouldn’t see’: 99-year-old Calgary veteran shares WWII memories...

Hundreds of people attended a Remembrance Day ceremony at the Hangar Flight Museum in northeast Calgary on Sunday. One of the guests was a 99-year-old WWII pilot who shared his memories of the...

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Premier Danielle Smith says her government will soon be following through on campaign promises to decentralize Alberta Health Services trib.al/vYVy7g6

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith pushing AHS reform | Globalnews.ca

Premier Danielle Smith releases details of reforms to AHS.

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After more than 35 years working at Global Calgary, weather anchor @paul_dunphy has been honoured with an RTDNA Lifetime Achievement Award. trib.al/a6ScPQ1
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Drivers who took part in a convoy made up of about 600 vehicles in Grande Prairie on Sunday showed their support for oil pipelines and Alberta's energy sector trib.al/TDJlOA6
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Two First Nations chiefs are accusing Alberta Premier Danielle Smith of “attempting to manufacture a national unity crisis” and are calling on her to stop stoking the fires of separatism. globalnews.ca/news/11159399/…

Indigenous chiefs accuse Premier Danielle Smith of stoking Alberta separatism talk | Globalnews.ca

Premier Danielle Smith has said it would be up to Albertans, not her government, to put the separation question on a ballot.

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Premier Smith is calling on the federal government to invoke the Charter’s notwithstanding clause to overturn a Supreme Court ruling on child sexual abuse and exploitation materials. globalnews.ca/news/11505164/…

Alberta premier calls on Ottawa to use notwithstanding clause over child porn | Globalnews.ca

Danielle Smith is calling on Ottawa to invoke the Charter's notwithstanding clause to overturn a Supreme Court ruling on child sexual abuse and exploitation materials.

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"Nobody deserves to be treated like that. My heart does go out to the mayor of Calgary," said Kara Westerlund on Sunday. READ MORE: trib.al/OQiYTBk trib.al/OQiYTBk

VP of Rural Municipalities of Alberta calls out bad behaviour as Calgary mayor booed - Calgary |...

Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek was booed Saturday night at the Saddledome ahead of a Flames game. The bad behaviour is drawing a sharp rebuke from another municipal leader.

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#Wexit cost #yyc chance to become headquarters for Canadian digital company, the CEO of Calgary Economic Development told a business forum at Lake Louise #abucp #abgov trib.al/RYM332Z

‘Wexit’ cost Calgary chance to become headquarters for Canadian digital company: CED | Globalnews.ca

A business forum in Lake Louise heard the province's reputation is taking a hit due to ongoing environmental criticism, delays in building oil pipelines and a surge of separatist sentiment.

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The president of the Union of BC Indian Chiefs is reversing his previous opposition to the scrapped Northern Gateway pipeline project linking Alberta to the Pacific Ocean. globalnews.ca/news/10970516/…

First Nations leader reconsidering stance on Northern Gateway pipeline after Trump’s tariff threats...

Phillip is attending a gathering between B.C.'s provincial cabinet and the province's First Nations leaders in Vancouver on Tuesday.

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Lil Nas X is performing in Calgary at the Cowboys Music Festival on Friday, July 12 in what organizers say is his "first performance ever in Canada." 🤠 #YYC trib.al/DWzl3Jh

Calgary Stampede 2019 concert listing - Calgary | Globalnews.ca

Take a look at some of the musicians and bands set to perform in Calgary during the 2019 Calgary Stampede.

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WATCH: Remember Rambo? The St. Bernard mix that the @CalgaryHumane brought on Global News Morning Calgary on Tuesday? Well @JordanWitzel has adopted him!

Jordan Witzel adopts Rambo from the Calgary Humane Society

We featured Rambo on Global News Morning Calgary this week in a segment with the Calgary Humane Society talking about holiday hazards for your pet, and now Jordan Witzel has officially adopted him!

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Moe says he’s Canadian but wouldn’t stop vote on Saskatchewan separating from Canada globalnews.ca/news/11160017/…

Moe says he’s Canadian but wouldn’t stop vote on Saskatchewan separating from Canada | Globalnews.ca

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe said he's Canadian but wouldn't stop voters in the province from voting in a referendum to separate from Canada if it came forward.

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BREAKING: Global News is projecting the United Conservative Party will form the next Alberta government and Danielle Smith will keep her job as premier. READ MORE: trib.al/ydSU1Nk
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#BREAKING: B.C. has enacted a fire zone travel ban as evacuations soar to 35,000 people. The order restricts non-essential travellers and tourists from booking motels, hotels and campgrounds in Kelowna, Kamloops, Oliver, Osoyoos, Penticton and Vernon. trib.al/Z7vfI8x

Travel to B.C.’s southeast, Central Interior restricted, provincial government says | Globalnews.ca

The order restricts non-essential travellers and tourists from booking motels, hotels and campgrounds in Kelowna, Kamloops, Oliver, Osoyoos, Penticton and Vernon.

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