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Alberta News·Politics & Government·Referendum

21 hours ago

What Alberta’s Oct. 19 Referendum Actually Costs — and What We Still Don’t Know

There is still no official final price tag for Alberta’s Oct. 19 referendum. Here’s what is confirmed, what is estimated, and where the biggest numbers come from.

Alberta News·Economy & Business·Energy & Resources·Technology

22 hours ago

Alberta’s Data Centre Boom: What’s Operating, What’s Proposed and How Much Power It Could Use

Alberta has roughly 20 publicly identifiable operating data centres, but proposed projects are seeking nearly 19,565 MW of grid capacity — more than the province’s record peak electricity demand. Here’s what is

Alberta News·Energy & Resources

1 day ago

Alberta’s Data Centre Debate: The Case For and the Case Against

Alberta is courting up to $100 billion in data-centre investment. Supporters point to jobs, tax revenue and new private power generation; critics warn about electricity prices, emissions, water and local impacts. Here

A New Idea for an Age Old Business…

Welcome to a labor of love and an idea many years in the making. Before you is the AB Post, an online newspaper created to fill what I see as a significant

2 years ago

Editorials·Opinions

Manslaughter Charge Added to Drowning Death of 5 Year Old at Lake Wabamun.

The woman charged in connection with the drowning of a five-year-old girl at Wabamun Lake has now been charged with Manslaughter. Mary Quinn, aged 35 of Edmonton was originally charged with failing

2 years ago

Alberta News·Crime & Justice·Province·Wabamun

70 Billion AI Data Center to Be Built in Northern Alberta

Celebrity investor Kevin O’Leary has unveiled plans to fund and develop what he claims will be the world’s largest artificial intelligence data center. Dubbed Wonder Valley, the project is set to be

2 years ago

Economy & Business·Province·Science

How Did Albertan’s Handle Winter 100 Years Ago

I can remember in my grandfather’s house just off Candy Cane Lane in Edmonton a large ” hatch ” on the side of the house which my dad explained to me was

2 years ago

Culture·History·Lifestyle·Nature

The Return of Snowy Owls in Northern Alberta

Few birds captivate the imagination like the snowy owl. With its striking white plumage and aura of mystique, this majestic bird has enchanted people around the world. From serving as the official

2 years ago

Culture·Lifestyle

Jasper Fire Relief Buried in Red Tape and Politics

A plan to provide 250 interim homes for residents displaced by the Jasper wildfire, funded by Alberta taxpayers, was initially celebrated as a vital commitment. However, just 10 weeks later, the $112

2 years ago

Alberta News·Federal·Government·Province

RCMP Bust Huge Chop Shop in Athabasca County

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) in Alberta has uncovered a sophisticated and large-scale “chop shop” operation in Athabasca County, leading to the seizure of millions of dollars worth of stolen vehicles

2 years ago

Alberta News·Crime & Justice

Rural Alberta Calls for Balance in Hospice Funding

Rural Municipalities of Alberta Push for Better Hospice Care Funding in Rural Areas The Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) is calling on the Alberta government to address stark disparities in end-of-life care

2 years ago

Features·Health·Provincial

Alberta Nets More than 319 Million in 2024 Lottery Winnings

The year 2024 proved to be extraordinarily lucky for lottery enthusiasts across the Prairie Provinces, with Alberta taking the lead in both the number of winners and total prize money. According to

2 years ago

Alberta News·Entertainment

Protecting Your Home Under Canadian Law

Protecting one’s home is a deeply ingrained concern for many homeowners, particularly those living in rural or remote areas where emergency assistance may be delayed. Canadian law provides a framework for self-defense

2 years ago

Crime & Justice·Features·National

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Darren Thompson - Editor

What Alberta’s Oct. 19 Referendum Actually Costs — and What We Still Don’t Know

Alberta’s Data Centre Boom: What’s Operating, What’s Proposed and How Much Power It Could Use

Alberta’s Data Centre Debate: The Case For and the Case Against

A New Idea for an Age Old Business…

Manslaughter Charge Added to Drowning Death of 5 Year Old at Lake Wabamun.

70 Billion AI Data Center to Be Built in Northern Alberta

How Did Albertan’s Handle Winter 100 Years Ago

The Return of Snowy Owls in Northern Alberta

Jasper Fire Relief Buried in Red Tape and Politics

RCMP Bust Huge Chop Shop in Athabasca County

Rural Alberta Calls for Balance in Hospice Funding

Alberta Nets More than 319 Million in 2024 Lottery Winnings

Protecting Your Home Under Canadian Law

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