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Edmonton's $400M Waste-to-Energy Project Could Die Over Federal Carbon Deal
A $400-million Edmonton waste-to-energy project faces cancellation after a federal-provincial carbon tax deal lowered future price targets, making the facility financially unviable.
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Alberta at a Crossroads: Is Oil Still the Answer as Global Energy Shifts?
Alberta faces economic crossroads as global oil consumption plateaus and renewable energy becomes cheaper than fossil fuels. What's the province's next move?
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One Person Critical After Officer-Involved Shooting on Calgary's Deerfoot Trail
One person hospitalized in life-threatening condition after officer-involved shooting on Deerfoot Trail S.E. ASIRT investigating.
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Alberta's New 'Dual Practice' Health Plan: Game-Changer or Two-Tier Trap?
Alberta's fall launch of a 'dual practice' health model aims to cut surgery wait times, but research from other countries raises concerns it could create a two-tier system.
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Mayor Farkas Defends Stampede Noise Rules as Political Storm Erupts
Mayor Farkas defends controversial Stampede noise bylaws as provincial leaders and entertainment industry slam the new regulations.
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Roughriders Edge Stampeders in Dramatic Overtime Thriller at McMahon
Saskatchewan Roughriders defeat Calgary Stampeders 40-37 in overtime at McMahon Stadium. Stampeders drop to 0-2 despite late rally led by Vernon Adams Jr.