Hangar Flight Museum Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Calgary's Hangar Flight Museum celebrates 50 years preserving aviation history with 36+ aircraft and educational programs. Visit to explore Alberta's rich aviation heritage.
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Woodward's Department Store Opens in Vancouver, 1903
On November 13, 1903, Charles Woodward defied superstition to open his monumental Woodward Departmental Stores at Abbott and Hastings, transforming a swamp into B.C.'s largest retail hub. Discover the story of this Vancouver landmark.
Alberta unions launch worker agenda campaign against government
Alberta Federation of Labour launches comprehensive worker agenda campaign targeting provincial government policies. Union leaders demand protection for workers' rights amid government reforms.
Alberta NDP calls for minimum wage support amid crisis
Alberta NDP demands action on minimum wage legislation as living costs skyrocket. Learn how this bill could impact workers across the province during economic uncertainty.
Fruit detective races to save forgotten apple varieties
An Italian 'fruit detective' is on a mission to rediscover and preserve hundreds of forgotten fruit varieties, combating agricultural biodiversity loss. Discover his crucial work.
Discover Alberta's Vanishing Ghost Towns
Join photographer Andrew Penner on a journey through Alberta's abandoned places like Farrow and Rowley. Discover these historic sites before they disappear forever from the Canadian landscape.
Southern Alberta reservoir levels below average after dry fall
Southern Alberta reservoirs remain steady but below average following unusually dry, warm fall conditions. Water management strategies adapt to changing climate patterns.
Alberta recall campaign mirrors failed BC strategy
Analysis shows Alberta's 'Operation Total Recall' faces similar challenges to BC's failed 1990s campaign. Learn why recall legislation rarely succeeds in toppling governments.
Historic Empress Theatre Reopens After Renovations
After months of extensive renovations, Fort Macleod's beloved Empress Theatre has reopened its doors, blending historic preservation with modern upgrades to secure its future as a cultural hub.
Alberta Teachers Poised to Strike as Public Support Grows
Exclusive Leger poll shows overwhelming Albertans back teachers in contract dispute with provincial government. As tensions escalate, discover what's driving public opinion and what a potential strike could mean for students and families across Alberta.
80+ charges laid after weeklong Alberta crime spree
Two men face extensive criminal charges after a weeklong crime wave across Central Alberta that involved stolen vehicles, break-ins, and dangerous driving, according to RCMP.
Montreal Students Learn Military History for Remembrance Day
Montreal students experience Canada's military history through interactive workshops and veteran stories in special pre-Remembrance Day educational program.
Alberta Winter Driving Chaos: RCMP Battle Highway Incidents
RCMP across Alberta battled dangerous driving conditions as heavy snow and ice created highway hazards, leading to multiple vehicle incidents and urgent winter driving warnings.
Alberta Legislature Hosts Moving Remembrance Day Service
The Alberta Legislature hosted a moving Remembrance Day service featuring Indigenous veterans, military personnel, and youth participants in a ceremony honouring Canada's fallen soldiers.
Windsor Podcast Preserves WWII Veterans' Stories
A groundbreaking Windsor podcast is preserving the incredible stories of local Second World War veterans before they're lost to time. Discover these remarkable firsthand accounts of courage and sacrifice.
Calgary Rally Demands Stronger Protection for Alberta Parks
Environmental advocates gathered in Calgary to demand enhanced conservation measures for Alberta's provincial parks and recreation areas amid growing development concerns.
Ghost Soldiers Return to Toronto Streets in WWI Tribute
Experience living history as World War I soldiers return to Toronto's streets in a moving theatrical tribute honoring Canada's military heritage and remembrance.
Alberta Recall Act Stays: No Changes Coming
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announces the province's recall legislation will remain unchanged for now, despite ongoing debates about its effectiveness and implementation requirements.
Edmonton Youth Honour Veterans with Emotional Remembrance
Young Edmontonians are transforming Remembrance Day traditions with an emotional ceremony featuring letters to fallen soldiers, ensuring wartime sacrifices are never forgotten.
Inukjuak: Arctic Community That Shaped Canada
Discover how a small Inuit community in Quebec's Far North played a pivotal role in Canada's sovereignty and cultural identity through decades of resilience and transformation.
Elections Alberta Questions $13.5M for Recall Petitions
Alberta's election watchdog urges provincial government to reconsider massive funding request for recall legislation and citizen initiatives, citing significant financial burden.
Alberta Auditor General Investigates AHS Operations
Alberta's Auditor General Doug Wylie initiates sweeping investigation into AHS operations amid growing concerns about healthcare delivery and financial management.
Premier Danielle Smith's Calgary Homecoming Vision
Premier Danielle Smith's homecoming speech in Calgary outlines transformative policies and addresses key challenges facing Alberta, from economic diversification to healthcare reforms.
Alberta Seeks New Auditor General Amid Extension Offer
Alberta's government is launching a search for a new Auditor General while current AG Doug Wylie offers to extend his term for two more years, creating political tension and uncertainty around financial oversight.
Alberta Pharmacy Vaccine Rollout Faces Bottlenecks
Albertans seeking COVID-19 vaccinations are encountering significant wait times at pharmacies across the province as limited vaccine supply struggles to meet overwhelming public demand.
Collingwood's Forgotten WWII Veteran Honored
After decades of obscurity, WWII veteran John 'Jack' G. Wilson receives lasting tribute in Collingwood through community efforts and archival research.
STARS Donates Historic Helicopter to Flight Museum
STARS Air Ambulance enhances Calgary's aviation history by donating one of its first BK117 helicopters to The Hangar Flight Museum, creating an immersive educational experience for visitors.
Alberta Water Act Changes Spark Debate
Alberta's government proposes sweeping changes to water allocation rules, sparking heated debate between industry advocates and environmental watchdogs. Learn how this could reshape water management across the province.
John McCrae: The Canadian Legacy Beyond Flanders Fields
Discover how a Guelph-born doctor's powerful wartime poem became Canada's most enduring symbol of remembrance and inspired a nation's identity.
How a Song Saved the Edmund Fitzgerald From Obscurity
The haunting story of how a Canadian folk legend's musical tribute immortalized the tragic 1975 shipwreck that claimed 29 lives on Lake Superior.
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