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Canada proposes new methane emissions rules for oil-and-gas sector

Canada proposes new methane emissions rules for oil-and-gas sector

OTTAWA — The controlled release or burning of methane from oil and gas production sites will be almost entirely barred by 2030 under proposed regulations outlined Monday by Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault.
From COVID-19 to alien contact, conspiracy theories are popular in Canada: survey

From COVID-19 to alien contact, conspiracy theories are popular in Canada: survey

OTTAWA — Just over a quarter of American respondents say they believe global warming doesn't exist, compared to 16 per cent of Canadians.
Young person injured at Nakiska ski hill airlifted to hospital

Young person injured at Nakiska ski hill airlifted to hospital

A young skier is in hospital with “trauma-related injuries” after slamming into trees Sunday (Dec. 3) at a local ski hill.
Airdrie drunk driver arrested in Drumheller after allegedly endangering himself and others

Airdrie drunk driver arrested in Drumheller after allegedly endangering himself and others

Ashtyn Verkerk, 19, of Airdrie, was charged with multiple offences.
Airdrie RCMP seeking theft suspects who shot at homeowner on rural property near Linden

Airdrie RCMP seeking theft suspects who shot at homeowner on rural property near Linden

The suspect vehicles are described as a newer model silver SUV and an older model white or silver truck with front end damage.
Respondents to Bank of Canada questionnaire largely oppose creating a digital loonie

Respondents to Bank of Canada questionnaire largely oppose creating a digital loonie

OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada’s public consultations on the creation of a digital Canadian dollar reveal most respondents are opposed to it.
Alberta skier clips back into skis after life-threatening crash during trip to Japan

Alberta skier clips back into skis after life-threatening crash during trip to Japan

Laying in a Japanese hospital bed, thousands of kilometres away from home, Cole Richardson’s life almost ended after a trick gone wrong on a ski trip.
Thousands of trees will be felled in Vancouver's Stanley Park due to moth infestation

Thousands of trees will be felled in Vancouver's Stanley Park due to moth infestation

VANCOUVER — The quiet of Stanley Park’s forests has been splintered as chainsaws roar in a multi-year project to remove about one quarter of the trees that make up what's considered a Vancouver jewel.
Calgary woman killed in single vehicle crash near Airdrie

Calgary woman killed in single vehicle crash near Airdrie

A 28-year-old Calgary woman was killed after striking a power pole three kilometres south of Airdrie.
Air Canada introduces new way to track bags, mobility aids on flights

Air Canada introduces new way to track bags, mobility aids on flights

The airline says the new feature will provide "reassurance every step of the way" — but customers have shared horror stories in the past.
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