Alberta News

Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl lead Oilers to 4-3 rally past Flames

Edmonton’s devastating power play looks like it is as potent as ever heading into another season.

Oct 4, 2021 10:41 PM Read more >

Alberta reports slight drop in critically ill COVID-19 patients in hospitals

EDMONTON — Alberta is reporting a slight drop in the number of critically ill COVID-19 patients in hospital — three per cent down from a week ago.

Oct 4, 2021 4:17 PM Read more >

No need for federal involvement in Alberta coal mine review, First Nations say

Two Alberta First Nations say they're not convinced the federal government needs to be part of an environmental review for a large thermal coal mine expansion proposal in the province.

Oct 4, 2021 3:05 PM Read more >

Oil prices hit seven-year highs; US$100 oil possible this winter, experts say

CALGARY — Crude oil worth US$100 per barrel could be possible this winter, according to industry experts who have been watching prices rally this fall to territory not seen in seven years.

Oct 4, 2021 2:54 PM Read more >

Surge Energy to buy Fire Sky Energy in deal worth $58 million

CALGARY — Surge Energy Inc. says it has signed a deal to buy Fire Sky Energy Inc. in an agreement valued at $58 million.

Oct 4, 2021 6:06 AM Read more >

Help for Alberta's COVID battle and California spill: In The News for Oct. 4

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Oct. 4 ... What we are watching in Canada ...

Oct 4, 2021 2:30 AM Read more >

'Doing what I want': Injured Humboldt Bronco achieving independence in his recovery

CALGARY — Three years after the Humboldt Broncos bus crash claimed the lives of 11 of his teammates, Ryan Straschnitzki is well on his way to reaching a major goal — the ability to live an independent life.

Oct 4, 2021 2:00 AM Read more >

Alberta elk ranchers want province to OK hunt farms despite disease, ethical concerns

Alberta game ranchers are lobbying governments in the province in a renewed attempt to legalize hunt farms.

Oct 3, 2021 8:00 AM Read more >

Stampeders down Roughriders 23-17, but Stamps QB Mitchell doesn't finish game

CALGARY — Shawn Bane and Malik Henry scored the first touchdowns of their CFL careers for the Calgary Stampeders in a 23-17 win over the visiting Saskatchewan Roughriders on Saturday. Bane, who was signed by the Stampeders on Sept.

Oct 2, 2021 9:47 PM Read more >

Puljujarvi scores twice, Nugent-Hopkins gets winner as Oilers down Jets in pre-season

EDMONTON — Jesse Puljujarvi continues to cement his position as Connor McDavid’s full-time linemate.

Oct 2, 2021 8:41 PM Read more >