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Albertans mourn death of Pope Francis, honour his legacy of reconciliation

Albertans mourned the death of Pope Francis on Monday, recalling memories of his recent trip to the province and celebrating his historic apology for residential schools. The 88-year-old head of the…

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AHS issues warning for potential measles exposure at 3 Edmonton area medical clinics

Alberta Health Services has issued a warning regarding a confirmed case of measles in Edmonton and Fort Saskatchewan. AHS said Monday evening that an individual had been confirmed to have measles, and…

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Alberta’s request to question fired health executive over confidential emails granted

A judge has granted Alberta’s government its request to question the former head of the provincial health authority about confidential emails she is accused of keeping and sharing without permission, including…

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University of Alberta Hospital honours organ donors

The University of Alberta Hospital in Edmonton is now flying a new flag honouring the sacrifice made by over 300 Albertans who donated organs and skin tissue to save the lives of others in 2024, and the…

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Monday is the last day of advance voting ahead of next week’s federal election

Time is running out for voters to cast their ballots ahead of the April 28 federal election, and if advance voting numbers are any indication, Canada could see a record turnout. Friday marked the first…

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Oilers look different from last year’s playoffs, but they aim to repeat against L.A. Kings

The Edmonton Oilers were supposed to be like the Florida Panthers. Get to the Stanley Cup one year, win it the next. Then the Dylan Holloway/Philip Broberg offer sheets came along. Then Ryan McLeod…

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AHS issues warning for potential measles exposure at 3 Edmonton area medical clinics

Alberta Health Services has issued a warning regarding a confirmed case of measles in Edmonton and Fort Saskatchewan. AHS said Monday evening that an individual had been confirmed to have measles, and…

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Alberta’s request to question fired health executive over confidential emails granted

A judge has granted Alberta’s government its request to question the former head of the provincial health authority about confidential emails she is accused of keeping and sharing without permission, including…

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University of Alberta Hospital honours organ donors

The University of Alberta Hospital in Edmonton is now flying a new flag honouring the sacrifice made by over 300 Albertans who donated organs and skin tissue to save the lives of others in 2024, and the…

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Monday is the last day of advance voting ahead of next week’s federal election

Time is running out for voters to cast their ballots ahead of the April 28 federal election, and if advance voting numbers are any indication, Canada could see a record turnout. Friday marked the first…

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Oilers look different from last year’s playoffs, but they aim to repeat against L.A. Kings

The Edmonton Oilers were supposed to be like the Florida Panthers. Get to the Stanley Cup one year, win it the next. Then the Dylan Holloway/Philip Broberg offer sheets came along. Then Ryan McLeod…

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Edmonton’s U of A Hospital donning new flag honouring life-saving organ donors

Alberta saw a record number of organ donor’s in 2024… and patients on a waiting list are hoping that life saving generosity continues.

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Nearly two million Canadians vote in advanced polls Friday

Elections Canada says it’s a record setting federal election with the number of Canadians voting in advanced polls. 

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Albertans react to the death of Pope Francis

The life of Pope Francis was celebrated in Alberta Monday as leaders and parishioners recalled his recent trip to the province and his historic apology to Indigenous people. Sean Amato reports.

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Indigenous peoples react to Pope’s death

For many residential school survivors and their families, the passing of Pope Francis stirs up a mix of emotions. Beverly Andrews gets reactions from the Indigenous community as they reflect on a complicated history with the Catholic Church.

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World leaders and faithful honour Pope Francis

Leaders and devotees around the world honoured Pope Francis following news of his death. Erica Natividad with the outpouring of messages and what happens next.

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Edmonton Fringe Festival’s porta-potty fundraising campaign flushed with donors

One of North America’s largest Fringe festivals says a new fundraising campaign that lets donors “adopt” and then name a portable toilet has helped prevent the event from getting dumped. The executive…

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Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff who ministered with a charming, humble style, dies at 88

Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate…

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Pope Francis’ apology for residential schools while visiting Alberta First Nation began healing process for many

On a warm July day in 2022, thousands of dignitaries, Indigenous leaders and residential school survivors travelled from across Canada to powwow grounds in central Alberta. For some, the journey took…

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Federal party leaders to crisscross Canada in final week of election campaign

As federal election day continues to inch closer, party leaders will be journeying across Canada this week, hoping to earn voters’ confidence and come out victorious on April 28. One B.C. expert believes…

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St. Albert man dead after shooting north of Edmonton

RCMP say a St. Albert man is dead after a shooting north of Edmonton early Friday morning, and police are investigating his death as a homicide. Officers were called to the Morinville Estates Manufactured…

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As Canadians head to advance polls, Edmontonians share top election issues

The majority of voters CityNews spoke with cited jobs and the rising cost of living as their top concerns. “We need real jobs. We need a government committed to ensuring every Canadian can pay their…

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Oilers playoff run sparks business boom and community spirit in Edmonton

With the Edmonton Oilers back in the playoffs, fans aren’t the only ones feeling the excitement—restaurants and bars are buzzing with energy and business. “Obviously it makes us busier,” said…

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Alberta’s Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village visitor buildings lost to grass fire

After a grass fire spread to the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village Friday, the Alberta government says the Visitor Centre buildings were lost.
One week until Canada votes in one of the most existential elections of our time

One week from today, Canadians will cast their ballots to pick their next government, in what has been described as an existential election amid U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade and sovereignty threats. As…

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Frozen pastries are being recalled in Alberta and four other provinces

Health Canada has issued a recall notice for multiple frozen pastries that were sold under the brands Sweet Cream and D. Effe T. The national health department says the products are being removed from…
Anthony Henday reopened near Sherwood Park as grass fire deemed under control

Alberta RCMP says Anthony Henday Drive has been reopened after it was closed for a couple of hours Saturday afternoon, due to a grass fire between Edmonton and Sherwood Park. Mounties say they were…
Poilievre attacks Liberal spending plan while yet to release his own costed platform

Canadians continued to head to advance polls Sunday as federal leaders campaigned in B.C. and in the capital. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre continued to campaign in the Vancouver area on Sunday,…
Marijuana holiday 4/20 coincides with Easter and Passover this year. Here’s what to know

Marijuana culture’s high holiday, known as 4/20, falls this year on Easter Sunday, as well as the last day of Passover, meaning cannabis fans can celebrate in some unusual ways, including a 420 Rally at…
Viva il Papa! Pope Francis appears on Easter Sunday to cheers as he recovers from pneumonia

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis made a brief appearance on Easter Sunday to bless the thousands of people in St. Peter’s Square, drawing cheers and applause from the crowd as he continues his recovery…
Liberal platform promises $130 billion in new spending with deficits projected until 2029

With just over a week left in the federal election campaign, both Liberal Leader Mark Carney and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh unveiled their respective costed platforms on Saturday. The Liberal platform…
Federal leaders’ debate has little impact on Edmontonians at advance polls

Thursday was the English federal leaders’ debate ahead of the April 28th federal election. With Pierre Poilievre, Mark Carney, Jagmeet Singh, and Yves-François Blanchet squaring off about important…
Health Canada recalls Life Brand Melatonin, Riva Acetaminophen for dosage concerns

Canada’s federal health authority has issued a recall warning for two medications over incorrect dosing concerns. Health Canada issued a recall for Life Brand Timed Release Melatonin 10mg on Tuesday,…
Canada has the critical minerals Donald Trump wants. So what should we do with them?

An ongoing trade war and U.S. President Donald Trump’s hunger for critical minerals have brought Canada’s rich mineral deposits into the spotlight, with federal and provincial politicians promising to…
RCMP say woman died in mall parking lot after driver tried to dislodge vehicle

A woman was fatally struck in a mall parking lot east of Edmonton after police say a driver hit the gas too hard trying to get off a median. RCMP in Strathcona County say their initial investigation…