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Alberta and Canada-wide events mark National Ribbon Skirt Day

Alberta and Canada-wide events mark National Ribbon Skirt Day

Colourful ribbon skirts and ribbon shirts bring awareness and highlight proud Indigenous culture
Here is how many countries you can visit visa-free with a Canadian passport

Here is how many countries you can visit visa-free with a Canadian passport

Canada's travel document ranked among the world's most powerful and wait times to obtain one have drastically improved.
Avian flu feared in Canadian polar bears after disease kills bear in Alaska

Avian flu feared in Canadian polar bears after disease kills bear in Alaska

Scientists fear Canadian polar bears may be threatened by the spread of avian flu after officials confirmed the disease killed a bear in Alaska.
Is it safe to visit Mexico? What Canadians need to know about the 2024 travel advisory

Is it safe to visit Mexico? What Canadians need to know about the 2024 travel advisory

Kidnapping is a "serious security risk" throughout much of the country.
Albertan takes down extensive holiday display for last time, donates it to small community

Albertan takes down extensive holiday display for last time, donates it to small community

On Jan. 1, Cold Lake resident Marty Belisle took down his annual Christmas display - marking the end of an era.
State of emergency declared on Piikani First Nation

State of emergency declared on Piikani First Nation

“In the last week, we have seen several deaths. These deaths will be marked with sorrow throughout the nation,” said the Chief of Piikani Nation, Troy Knowlton.
Health Canada approves RSV vaccine for use in pregnancy to immunize infants

Health Canada approves RSV vaccine for use in pregnancy to immunize infants

The vaccine is manufactured by Pfizer.
Horse jockey to be inducted into Alberta Sports Hall of Fame

Horse jockey to be inducted into Alberta Sports Hall of Fame

After a career spanning over 20 years and $13 million in winnings Chris McGregor is set to be inducted into the 2024 Alberta Sports Hall of Fame.
Famous Banff entrance sign may be relocated over traffic safety for picture takers

Famous Banff entrance sign may be relocated over traffic safety for picture takers

There is concern about safety about hordes of tourists rushing back and forth across the busy road to take selfies in front on the sign that has now become a tourist attraction itself.
Rogers says cell phone prices are going up for customers not on contracts

Rogers says cell phone prices are going up for customers not on contracts

The company says price hikes for customers who are not locked into a contract will range from under $7 on the low end to upwards of $9 per month, depending on their individual plan.
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