A highly infectious flu strain is circulating, with Alberta seeing its worst weekly case numbers since 2009. Experts warn children are severely affected. Learn how to protect your family.
Alberta reports its highest weekly flu case count since the 2009-10 H1N1 pandemic. Health officials urge vaccination as hospitals prepare for surge. Learn the latest details and symptoms.
Calgary Fire Department is investigating a garage fire that occurred on Christmas Eve in the city's northwest. Authorities are working to determine the cause of the incident.
A person was injured in a Thursday morning collision on Macleod Trail in Calgary. Emergency services responded to the scene around 8 a.m. Get the latest details on the incident.
Calgary Herald's 2025 Changemakers project reveals 20 actionable ideas from local leaders on building a better city, from youth investment to global events. Discover their insights.
Discover the best holiday events and activities in Calgary this weekend, from dazzling light festivals to last-minute shopping and festive traditions. Plan your perfect seasonal outing.
A Calgary man faces charges after two early-morning break-and-enters in the city's northwest. Police responded to alarms and apprehended a suspect. Learn the details.
Calgarians will pay more for transit and recreation in 2026. Get the details on new bus fares, pool passes, and the reasons behind the municipal fee hikes.
Sault Area Hospital reports a severe flu season straining healthcare, with infants and children particularly impacted. Officials urge families to get vaccinated to ease system pressure.
In December 1999, Calgary shattered temperature records with a 20°C Christmas heat wave. Residents golfed, swam, and soaked up the sun. Discover the story of this upside-down holiday season.
Waterloo Region reports a significant rise in influenza cases, marking Canada's highest positive test rate in three years. Health officials urge vaccination as the season peaks.
Calgary police are investigating two sexual assaults reported in the same southwest area. Authorities are asking the public for any video or information to help solve the cases.
Your complete guide to Christmas in Calgary for 2025. Discover festive events like Zoo Lights, free skating, and light displays, plus essential info on what's open and closed over the holidays.
A visual recap of Calgary's weekend: 340 holiday hampers delivered to veterans, a festive party for kids, and a high-scoring Flames victory. See the community in action.
An Alberta woman expecting a baby is hospitalized with an 'extremely painful' influenza infection. New data shows flu cases are rising across Canada, with health officials warning of more illness over the holidays.
A new survey reveals ongoing reluctance to get the flu shot in Canada during the 2025 season. Experts urge vaccination to protect public health and reduce strain on hospitals.
A mutated influenza A strain, dubbed 'super flu,' is driving a severe early season in Canada. Experts explain its impact, vaccine effectiveness, and what to expect as hospitalizations rise.
Alberta's healthcare system is straining under a sharp rise in influenza cases, with Calgary hospitals experiencing disproportionate pressure. Health officials brace for the peak.
Health Canada reports influenza is increasing quickly nationwide, with the highest percentage of positive tests in the last three flu seasons. Stay informed on the latest public health data.
Alberta health officials are strengthening public vaccination efforts as influenza activity rises. Officials emphasize collective responsibility for public health. Learn more about the campaign.
A pedestrian has died after a collision in northeast Calgary, becoming the 15th such fatality in 2025. This tragic incident surpasses the total number of pedestrian deaths recorded in all of 2024.
Flu season intensifies across Canada, with cases rising sharply post-Thanksgiving. Experts warn of a potentially severe season driven by a new virus mutation and urge vaccination and masking.
Discover Calgary's top weekend events, including the Alberta Theatre Project's 'Wizard of Oz' and navigating winter weather. Plan your days with our curated guide.
Moderna secures major funding to develop a bird flu vaccine, highlighting a global push to prepare for potential pandemics. Read about the coalition's investment.
Jill Promoli lost her healthy 2-year-old son Jude to influenza B in 2016. Following recent child flu deaths in Ontario, she urges vaccination and serious precautions.
A judge has ruled a fatality inquiry will proceed into the 2021 death of a Calgary woman after her COVID-19 vaccination, seeking to determine if the vaccine contributed. Read the details.
Ottawa's children's hospital is experiencing a significant rise in flu cases. Experts advise when to treat kids at home to ease pressure on healthcare. Learn the signs and how to help.
A CDC committee's vote to roll back the universal Hepatitis B vaccine for newborns has parents, including a Canadian educator, fearing for children's health and reconsidering family size. Read her powerful plea.
A new poll reveals most Canadians maintain confidence in vaccines, yet hesitancy has increased. Explore the data and public health implications.
London, Ontario, faces an early and severe flu season, with the H3N2 strain prevalent. Health officials urge vaccination as cases rise rapidly. Learn the symptoms and how to protect yourself.