Category Archives: Breaking News
Federal changes restore citizenship rights to thousands born outside Canada
OTTAWA - New citizenship rules allowing more Canadians born or adopted abroad to claim citizenship are now in effect, following the coming into force of Bill C-3 on Monday. The federal government says...
Dec 16, 2025 doomu / Depositphotos.com
Canada marks 10 years since Truth and Reconciliation Commission Final Report
OTTAWA - Canada is marking the 10th anniversary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Final Report, reflecting on the lasting harm of the residential school system and reaffirming commitments t...
Dec 15, 2025 ishtygashev / Depositphotos.com
Survey finds Albertans broadly favour ending public funding for private schools
CALGARY - A large majority of Albertans would vote to end public funding for independent schools if the issue were put to a referendum, according to a new poll released by ThinkHQ Public Affairs. The ...
Dec 15, 2025 ThinkHQ Web Image
Dark skies set the stage as Ursid meteor shower returns
FORT MCMURRAY - A quiet but reliable meteor shower begins tonight, giving skywatchers in northern Alberta a chance to catch the Ursids under some of the darkest skies of the year. The Ursid meteor sho...
Dec 15, 2025 By Ursa_major_constellation_map.png: Torsten Brongerderivative work: Kxx (talk) - Ursa_major_constellation_map.png, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=10945438
Wood Buffalo RCMP urge residents to secure homes before holiday travel
FORT MCMURRAY - Wood Buffalo RCMP is reminding residents to take extra precautions to protect their homes while travelling during the holiday season, when empty houses can be more vulnerable to theft ...
Dec 15, 2025 tab62 / Depositphotos.com
Massive pistachio recall issued over Salmonella risk as outbreak investigation continues
OTTAWA - The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is warning Canadians about a massive recall covering many different brands of pistachios and pistachio-containing products due to possible Salmonella conta...
Dec 15, 2025 graletta / Depositphotos.com
Alberta museums offer free winter admission for kids under Canada Strong Pass
EDMONTON - Children, teens and young adults will be able to explore Alberta's museums and historic sites for free or at reduced cost this winter as the province once again takes part in the Canada Str...
Dec 15, 2025 Oil Sands Discovery Centre. Web image
Federal inspectors crack down on food fraud as Canadians feel grocery squeeze
OTTAWA - As grocery prices remain high, federal inspectors say some food products sold in Canada are increasingly being scrutinized for misrepresentation, substitution and short weight as businesses a...
Dec 15, 2025 06photo / Depositphotos.com
Fort McMurray athletes make history at NoGi jiu jitsu world championships
FORT MCMURRAY - Fort McMurray athletes are returning home with world titles after a strong showing at the 2025 IBJJF NoGi World Championships in Las Vegas. Fort Martial Arts sent three competitors to ...
Dec 15, 2025 The Fort Martial Arts Team, Las Vegas. Image via The Fort Martial Arts Facebook
Winter maintenance parking restrictions return for parts of Fort McMurray
FORT MCMURRAY - Snow removal operations will be underway across parts of Fort McMurray next week as Winter Maintenance Subzones 1 and 2 become active from Dec. 15 to 19, bringing temporary on street p...
Dec 15, 2025 Winter Maintenance Zones, RMWB image
