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Motorsports in Medicine Hat, Alberta

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated

Latest: Medicine Hat Speedway offers short-track racing in Alberta

The Medicine Hat Speedway serves as a venue for grassroots short-track racing in Southern Alberta. As the only paved oval track in the Central and Southern Alberta region, the non-profit, member-run club offers various r

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BC Highway Patrol speeding enforcement

3 clusters · 45 sources · last updated

Latest: B.C. Highway Patrol reports fleeing motorcyclist and taxi impound

The BC Highway Patrol has conducted several enforcement actions against speeding drivers across British Columbia, resulting in fines and vehicle impoundments. In late July, a commercial auto transport truck driver was c

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Quebec election: Parties expand platforms and sectoral plans

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Latest: Quebec political parties unveil agricultural and economic election platforms

As the Quebec provincial election campaign progresses toward the October 5, 2026, election date, political parties are further refining their sectoral platforms. The Quebec Liberal Party (PLQ) has expanded its commitment

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Alberta independence referendum legal and fiscal updates

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Latest: Business Council of Alberta urges voters to remain in Canada

As the October 19, 2026, referendum approaches, preparations for voting have intensified. Elections Alberta has begun mailing special ballot packages, with Chief Electoral Officer Gordon McClure reporting approximately 2

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Ontario community and municipal developments

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Latest: Zelenskyy visits Canada to secure air defense and energy aid

Local community developments in Ontario include various safety, legal, and municipal updates. In Grand Bend, the Lambton OPP issued water safety warnings following four drownings in an 11-day period, contributing to ten

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Spanish municipal pool summer season closures

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Latest: Alicante and Edmonton firefighters begin professional exchange

Municipal swimming pools in various Spanish regions have concluded their summer operations. In Argamasilla de Calatrava and Manzanares, officials reported successful seasons characterized by facility improvements, such a

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Canada provincial skilled-worker immigration draws

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Latest: Canada Express Entry PNP draw issues 562 invitations

Provincial and territorial nomination programs have continued to dominate Canada’s skilled-worker immigration flow into late summer 2026. Following intensive draws in June and July, the federal Express Entry system held

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Meta AI expansion: Financial pressure and infrastructure

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Latest: Nebius shares rise following strong Q2 revenue growth

Meta’s 2026 AI overhaul continues to face financial and logistical pressures. While Q2 2026 revenue grew 28% year-over-year to $60.8 billion, net income fell 14% to $15.8 billion. Total expenses surged 55% to roughly $42

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Canada-U.S. trade negotiation dispute

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Latest: New Hampshire GOP primary features former senators

Trade negotiations between Canada and the United States have collapsed, leading to a diplomatic dispute over the reasons for the breakdown. Prime Minister Mark Carney rejected claims from the Trump administration that Ca

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North American energy and trade instability

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Latest: US-Canada trade tensions threaten oil prices and energy security

Global energy markets have faced instability due to geopolitical tensions and a growing oil deficit. Disruptions in supply chains, particularly near the Strait of Hormuz, have contributed to tightened commercial inventor

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Canadian wildfire emergencies and policy responses

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Latest: Canada wildfire crisis drives community relief and calls for policy shifts

Canada is experiencing severe wildfire emergencies across multiple provinces. In British Columbia, wildfires such as the Bald Range fire have forced thousands to evacuate and cut off major transportation routes like High

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Canadian disability employment initiatives

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Latest: Canada promotes disability employment through regional initiatives

Canada is implementing various regional initiatives to support and promote employment for people with disabilities. In British Columbia, the government announced an investment of over $840,000 for the Canadian National

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Canadian brain injury and neuroscience conferences

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Latest: BRAIN conference to be held at Circle Square Ranch in October

In late August 2026, two distinct brain injury and neuroscience conferences were announced for upcoming events in Canada. BrainTrust Canada scheduled its 40th anniversary conference, the Pushor Mitchell LLP West Kelowna

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Alberta healthcare legislation protests

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Latest: Alberta healthcare legislation sparks national protests

Protests have emerged in response to Alberta’s Health Statutes Amendment Act, known as Bill 11, which allows physicians to work in both public and private healthcare systems simultaneously. Critics argue this dual-practi

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Canada-U.S. trade dispute and Alberta separation vote

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Latest: Danielle Smith marks Alberta Day as separation referendum approaches

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith continues to navigate escalating Canada-U.S. trade tensions and domestic pressure regarding provincial sovereignty. Amidst a trade war, Smith has advocated for diplomatic solutions over ‘br

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Alberta iGaming market expands with new operator partnership

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Latest: Pure Casino joins IBIA ahead of Alberta online market launch

Alberta’s provincially regulated iGaming market opened on 13 July 2026 under the iGaming Alberta Act, with the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission (AGLC) handling licensing and the Alberta iGaming Corporation

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Canadian provincial highway speed limit increases

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Latest: Ontario increases speed limits on Highway 400 and other major routes

Several Canadian provinces have implemented or are expanding programs to increase highway speed limits. In British Columbia, a 120 km/h limit was established on the Coquihalla Highway between Hope and Kamloops. Alberta h

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Alberta social services and safety funding

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Latest: Alberta allocates $5.5M for trafficking prevention amid childcare funding disputes

The Government of Alberta has announced several funding initiatives aimed at supporting victims of violence and exploitation. In mid-August, the province allocated $20.7 million to 23 organizations, including $17 million

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Kastner Auctions sales in Alberta

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Latest: Kastner Auctions holds antiques and collectibles auction in Lethbridge

Kastner Auctions has conducted a series of live sales in Alberta. Initial auctions in early August featured a variety of goods in Lethbridge and Edmonton, including silver items, electronics, media, and small household g

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Elections Alberta voter registration misinformation

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Latest: Elections Alberta warns of misinformation targeting VoterLink

Elections Alberta has issued warnings regarding a surge in digital misinformation targeting the province’s voter registration processes and the Voterlink tool. Ahead of a referendum scheduled for October 19, social media

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Alberta provincial sovereignty and referendum tensions

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Latest: Alberta Premier warns of foreign influence targeting separatist referendum

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has engaged in a series of political disputes involving resource management and provincial sovereignty. In July 2026, during a First Ministers’ meeting, Smith urged other Canadian provinces

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Severe summer weather in Alberta

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated

Latest: Severe storms cause damage and outages across US and Canada

Alberta has experienced a period of volatile and severe summer weather characterized by intense thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and significant wind activity. In July, heavy rainfall and thunderstorms caused flooding in

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White-nose syndrome spread in Canada

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Latest: White-nose syndrome fungus reaches Canada’s Northwest Territories

The lethal white-nose syndrome fungus, caused by Pseudogymnoascus destructans, has been confirmed in Canada’s Northwest Territories. This represents the northernmost detection of the disease in North America, with infect

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Environment Canada weather alert system update

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Latest: Environment Canada launches targeted polygon weather alert system

Environment and Climate Change Canada has implemented a new, targeted weather alert system to combat ‘alert fatigue’. Rolled out on August 11, the system utilizes freeform polygons to track the real-time projected paths

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