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Cannabis retailer buying two stores in Alberta for $2.2M in shares

Cannabis retailer buying two stores in Alberta for $2.2M in shares

CALGARY — Cannabis retailer High Tide Inc. has signed a deal to buy two stores in Alberta for $2.2 million in shares. The company says it will acquire the company operating as Boreal Cannabis Company, which has a store in Slave Lake, Alta.
Andersson scores shootout winner as Kings down Flames 3-2

Andersson scores shootout winner as Kings down Flames 3-2

CALGARY — The Los Angeles Kings continue to persevere in their quest for a Western Conference playoff spot despite missing eight players to injury.
Alberta proposes legislation to remove disciplinary powers from teachers union

Alberta proposes legislation to remove disciplinary powers from teachers union

EDMONTON — Alberta is proposing new rules that would prevent the Alberta Teachers’ Association from disciplining its members who would instead be dealt with by an independent commissioner.
TSB says brake failure, cold weather led to deadly B.C. train derailment

TSB says brake failure, cold weather led to deadly B.C. train derailment

CALGARY — Recovered in the rubble of a fatal train derailment near the British Columbia-Alberta boundary was an unfiled hazard report that outlined dangers with braking on that fateful stretch of track.
Additional support necessary to meet new EV sales mandates: Automakers

Additional support necessary to meet new EV sales mandates: Automakers

CALGARY — Canadian automakers say the dollar value of an existing federal incentive for consumers who purchase electric vehicles will need to triple in order for the Liberal government to be successful with its ambitious new EV sales mandates.
De Havilland to manufacture line of firefighting planes in Calgary

De Havilland to manufacture line of firefighting planes in Calgary

CALGARY — De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited says it is reviving a water bomber aircraft manufacturing program that will bring 500 jobs to Calgary, Alta.
Draisaitl, McDavid lead Edmonton Oilers to 4-3 shootout win over Los Angeles Kings

Draisaitl, McDavid lead Edmonton Oilers to 4-3 shootout win over Los Angeles Kings

EDMONTON — It certainly had the feel of a potential first-round playoff matchup.
Carbon capture tax credit a divisive topic; opinions split over potential benefits

Carbon capture tax credit a divisive topic; opinions split over potential benefits

CALGARY — A forthcoming federal tax credit for carbon capture and storage is spurring debate between those who say it will help Canada achieve its emissions reduction goals, and those who view it as a thinly veiled subsidy for the oil and gas industr
Alberta bill proposes regulatory 'sandbox' to help financial-tech companies grow

Alberta bill proposes regulatory 'sandbox' to help financial-tech companies grow

EDMONTON — Alberta is proposing rules that would make it easier for entrepreneurs to test products in the emerging field of cryptocurrencies and online banking.
Alberta government proposing education for judges on sexual assault law

Alberta government proposing education for judges on sexual assault law

EDMONTON — The Alberta government has introduced a bill that would require new provincial court judges to be trained in sexual assault law and to recognize stereotypes that lead to prejudice and social bias against victims.
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