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Calgary man denied bail on terrorism charges related to TikTok video

Calgary man denied bail on terrorism charges related to TikTok video

CALGARY — A 20-year-old Calgary man has been denied bail on four terrorism-related charges that allegedly stemmed from a TikTok video.
'Very proud moment': Valdez becomes first Filipino-Canadian woman to serve in cabinet

'Very proud moment': Valdez becomes first Filipino-Canadian woman to serve in cabinet

TORONTO — Rechie Valdez, who made history this week when she became the first Filipino-Canadian woman named to the federal cabinet, took an unusual path to high political office, transitioning from banking to baking to Parliament.
Fecal matter at Camper's Beach not human, possibly birds; AHS

Fecal matter at Camper's Beach not human, possibly birds; AHS

Humans ruled out as fecal bacteria source present in the water near Campers' Beach at Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park, but the cause is still unknown after month-long advisory in place.
Cigarette sat smouldering for 6 hours before fire erupted in North Vancouver backyard

Cigarette sat smouldering for 6 hours before fire erupted in North Vancouver backyard

A shocking video filmed from a North Vancouver family’s backyard is being shared to warn the public about the dangers of improperly disposing of cigarette butts.
Banff fire crews on 24-hour standby as fire hazard hits extreme

Banff fire crews on 24-hour standby as fire hazard hits extreme

Parks Canada fire crews are on standby around the clock and a helicopter is ready to be deployed in the event a wildfire starts in Banff National Park.
B.C. port workers vote to reject mediated agreement

B.C. port workers vote to reject mediated agreement

Port workers in British Columbia have voted to reject a mediated contract offer, extending job action that prevented billions in goods from moving for almost two weeks in July.
Invasive mosquito that can carry West Nile virus detected in Calgary and Edmonton

Invasive mosquito that can carry West Nile virus detected in Calgary and Edmonton

Researchers say northern house mosquito appears to thrive in our cities and farms
Alberta premier threatens sanctions against Calgary clinic set to charge fees

Alberta premier threatens sanctions against Calgary clinic set to charge fees

Smith says her government is committed to the principles of the Canada Health Act that include patients not paying to access publicly funded services such as doctor visits.
Open house offers access to Foothills park normally off limits

Open house offers access to Foothills park normally off limits

Champion Park northeast of Okotoks includes a restored CPR railway station, rail cars and much more.
S&P/TSX composite rises Friday on energy, tech gains, U.S. markets also rise

S&P/TSX composite rises Friday on energy, tech gains, U.S. markets also rise

The Canadian dollar traded for 75.57 cents US compared with 75.75 cents US on Thursday.
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