Category Archives: Breaking News
Man critically injured after being hit by vehicle in downtown Fort McMurray
Pedestrian critically injured in Fort McMurray collision, RCMP urge safety Fort McMurray, AB. - A 63-year-old man is in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle while crossing Franklin Avenu...
Jul 15, 2025
Fort McMurray Fire Department Recruiting Paramedics for Paid Firefighter Training Program
Fort McMurray Fire Department seeks paramedics for unique firefighter training program FORT MCMURRAY, Alta. - July 14, 2025 - Paramedics looking to expand their careers can now join the Fort McMurray ...
Jul 15, 2025
Unity House receives boost from Syncrude, operated by Suncor
Syncrude donation helps support Fort McMurray women's shelter FORT McMURRAY, AB. - Unity House Emergency Women's Shelter is thanking Syncrude, operated by Suncor, for a recent donation supporting its ...
Jul 15, 2025 https://www.waypointswb.ca/
Tariff Tantrums Can't Stop Canadian Wholesale Growth
Wholesale trade edges higher in May despite global uncertainty OTTAWA - Canadian wholesale sales edged up in May, despite persistent trade tensions and global economic uncertainty. According to Statis...
Jul 15, 2025
Measles Crisis: Alberta's Outbreak 70 Times Worse Than U.S.
Alberta measles cases now exceed total in United States as outbreak worsens EDMONTON - Alberta now has more confirmed measles cases than the entire United States, despite having a population just one-...
Jul 14, 2025 weerapat / Depositphotos.com
Nenshi sworn in as Opposition Leader as Alberta NDP gains ground
Nenshi promises to focus on affordability, public services, and economic issues Naheed Nenshi and Gurtej Singh Brar have officially joined Alberta's New Democrat caucus after being sworn in as Members...
Jul 14, 2025 A file photo of Naheed Nenshi, leader of the NDP in Alberta.
NAABA Executive Director Michelle Toner to Step Down in August
Toner leaves behind legacy of growth, advocacy and support for Indigenous entrepreneurs FORT McMURRAY, AB. - The Northeastern Alberta Aboriginal Business Association (NAABA) has announced that Executi...
Jul 14, 2025 Michelle Toner, LINKEDIN
More Bear-Resistant Bins Coming to Fort McMurray Homes This Summer
Over 2,000 new bins to be distributed on streets with high bear activity starting July 12 FORT McMURRAY, AB. - More than 2,000 bear-resistant bins will be delivered to Fort McMurray homes this summer ...
Jul 14, 2025 Black bear on Timberline Drive -Jon Tupper
Federal NDP to Elect New Leader in March 2026
Interim leader Don Davies to guide caucus of seven MPs until March 2026 vote The federal NDP will elect a new leader in March 2026, following a six-month leadership race set to begin in September. Can...
Jul 14, 2025 By OFL Communications Department - https://www.flickr.com/photos/ontariofedlabour/24714731178/, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=64268522
Trump Slaps New 35 per cent Tariffs on Canadian Goods Despite Digital Tax Reversal
Alberta oil and USMCA goods spared as Canada braces for impact; automakers warn of damage from earlier copper hike U.S. President Donald Trump is reigniting trade tensions with Canada, announcing swee...
Jul 13, 2025 By Michael Vadon - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=54216023
