Alberta Separatism Wags Federal Conservative Dog

Political analysis reveals Alberta's separatist movement exerts disproportionate influence over federal Conservatives, with the province's dominance creating a tail-wagging-the-dog dynamic in national politics.

RCMP Shoots Man During Confrontation in Okotoks

A man sustained non-life-threatening injuries after being shot by an RCMP officer during a welfare check in Okotoks. The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team is investigating the incident.

Refugee Health Program Costs Hit $1B Amid Asylum Surge

The Interim Federal Health Program's costs have skyrocketed from $60 million in 2016 to nearly $1 billion in 2026, driven by a surge in asylum claims, many deemed false, with projections exceeding $1.5 billion by 2030.

CAQ Candidate Wants Voting Limited to Canadian Citizens

Bernard Drainville urges the Coalition Avenir Québec to restrict leadership voting to Canadian citizens, citing concerns over non-citizen influence. The party says it hasn't seen a surge in membership requests from temporary residents.

Edmonton Police Seize $1.5M Drugs, 12 Handguns in Major Bust

Edmonton police have confiscated over $1.5 million worth of fentanyl, heroin, cocaine, and 12 prohibited handguns following a 2025 investigation. Two individuals face multiple charges in connection with the significant drug and firearms seizure.

Democrats Push Ban on Grocery Surveillance Pricing

Democratic senators introduce a bill to ban surveillance pricing in grocery stores, targeting the use of personal data for price hikes and electronic shelf labels to protect consumers from inflation-driven corporate practices.

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