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Canadian Olympians push for opposition to Russians in Paris
A group of 42 retired Canadian Olympians urged the Canadian Olympic Committee to reject the idea of allowing Russians to participate in next year's Paris Games unless Russia withdraws from Ukraine. "W...
Mar 08, 2023
Unpaid oil and gas taxes: Statement from Minister Schulz
Minister of Municipal Affairs Rebecca Schulz issued the following statement Tuesday evening regarding unpaid taxes owed to municipalities from oil and gas companies operating in Alberta:"We are aware ...
Mar 08, 2023
Alberta NDP promising to make prescription contraception free if elected
EDMONTON - The Alberta NDP Opposition says it would follow British Columbia in making prescription contraception free to residents if the party is elected in the spring.NDP Leader Rachel Notley says u...
Mar 08, 2023
Albertans exploring 2030 Commonwealth Games bid in communities across the province
CALGARY - A group of Albertans says they have started to explore whether communities across the province could host the 2030 Commonwealth Games.The group includes athletes, business and sports leaders...
Mar 08, 2023
Canada falls 11-7 in World Baseball Classic tune-up against MLB's Chicago Cubs
MESA, Ariz. - Cody Bellinger had two RBIs, including a home run that kick-started Chicago's late run to pull ahead and away as the Cubs defeated Canada 11-7 on Wednesday. Down 4-3 after a scoreless fi...
Mar 08, 2023
Senate votes to block DC crime laws, Biden supportive
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Senate voted Wednesday to block new District of Columbia crime laws and overrule the city government as lawmakers in both parties have expressed concern about rising violent crim...
Mar 08, 2023
Fort St. John man dead after being struck by snow clearing equipment
FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. - A man has died in northeastern British Columbia after being hit by a piece of equipment used for snow clearing. The pedestrian was on a street in a business area of Fort St. John...
Mar 08, 2023
Tanya Walter making an impact as member of B.C. Lions' coaching staff
Tanya Walter is a reluctant pioneer. The 31-year-old is entering her second season as a defensive assistant with the B.C. Lions. Walter made CFL history last year when she became the league's first fu...
Mar 08, 2023
Parking bans lifted in city while residential snow removal continues in County
The city has announced that they have lifted the parking bans they put in place on all permanent snow routes.They thank everyone for their cooperation in creating a safe environment in order to effici...
Mar 08, 2023
City hall opens up application process for Community Group funding
Community groups in Grande Prairie are being encouraged by the city to apply for funding for the 2024-25 funding cycle. Applications are now being accepted until April 30th, with application forms and...
Mar 08, 2023