Alberta

Dr. Ian Sutanto, an off-duty Alberta doctor, performed CPR to save a man's life during a basketball game but later received a $250 ambulance bill. The unexpected invoice followed his lifesaving intervention.

Alberta and Ontario proposed a 3,300-kilometer pipeline to transport western Canadian oil eastward to Sarnia, Ontario, with potential future extension to Atlantic export terminals. The project faces challenges including financing, regulatory approvals, and Indigenous consultations, echoing the failure of a similar abandoned project in 2017. A feasibility study is planned, but the route, cost, and private-sector involvement remain undetermined.

American Bitcoin Corp (ABTC), a Trump-backed subsidiary of Hut 8 Corp, increased its bitcoin treasury to over 8,000 BTC, a 50% rise from 5,401 BTC at the end of 2025. The growth stems from mining operations and treasury purchases, with a 30% increase in holdings during Q1 2026. The company also executed a 1-for-15 reverse stock split and expanded mining capacity in Alberta.

Alberta and Ontario propose a 3,300-kilometer pipeline to transport western Canadian oil from Hardisty, Alberta, to Sarnia, Ontario, aiming to diversify exports beyond the U.S. The project faces challenges including financing and regulatory approvals, with a feasibility study planned. The pipeline could later extend to Canada’s Atlantic coast and is part of broader efforts to expand oil exports to Europe and Asia.

Alberta and Ontario propose a 3,300-kilometer pipeline to transport western Canadian oil to Sarnia, Ontario, with potential expansion to Canada’s Atlantic coast. The project faces challenges including financing and regulatory approvals, and follows the 2017 abandonment of a similar project called Energy East. Alberta also plans a taxpayer-subsidized Pacific Coast pipeline to boost Asian exports.

The premiers of Alberta and Ontario have proposed a pipeline to transport western Canadian oil to eastern Canada as the country seeks new markets.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith are scheduled to speak to reporters at 11 a.m. ET in Calgary. The event is set to take place from Calgary.

The article examines whether an Alberta pipeline proposal could influence voters ahead of a potential separation vote. The focus is on the proposal's impact on political dynamics in the region.

Political leaders have historically gathered at the Calgary Stampede for networking and events like pancake flipping. This year's event coincides with a potential referendum on Alberta's future within Canada and a major pipeline bid.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed the northern British Columbia tanker ban will remain in place as Canada pursues an Alberta pipeline to the Pacific Coast. The pipeline aims to diversify oil exports beyond the U.S. and address separatist tensions in Alberta, with British Columbia and some First Nations opposing a northern route. Compensation for environmental risks will be provided if the pipeline is built in southern British Columbia.

A retired Alberta lawyer has filed a proposed class-action lawsuit alleging a major privacy breach that exposed the personal information of approximately 2.9 million voters in Alberta. The lawsuit claims it is one of the largest privacy breaches in the province's history.

A Canadian court in Alberta allowed Canacol Energy to cancel its gas supply and transport contracts in Colombia's Caribbean region. The decision affects 19 contracts with 12 companies, including gas distributors and a major Latin American nickel mine.

A woman in Canada was stalked by a charging bear during a morning dog walk, as captured on video. Despite attempts to scare the bear away, it circled her for two minutes before she distracted it by throwing a water bottle. Experts advise against running from bears, as it can trigger predatory instincts.

Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that Canada's reputation as a trustworthy and reliable country is at risk due to Alberta's upcoming separation referendum. He warned that a vote to leave would lead to years of uncertainty.

Alberta is considering secession from Canada and a potential vote to become the 51st U.S. state. U.S. Heritage Foundation economic analysts claim other Canadians view Albertans as 'toothless rednecks' due to being the most conservative province in the country.

Severe storms are possible in Minnesota on Tuesday due to a low-pressure system moving from Alberta, Canada. The storm timing remains uncertain, with models shifting predictions between noon and sunset. The threat follows a period of extended daylight around the Summer Solstice.

Alberta government provides $100 energy rebate to 3.4 million residents. This follows a similar 2004 initiative by Ralph Klein where Albertans received $400 cheques.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says Canada can achieve a 'win-win' with the U.S. by not panicking over President Trump's trade threats.

President Trump is set to meet with traditional U.S. allies at the G7 summit in France amid tensions. The meeting follows his abrupt departure from last year's G7 in Alberta, Canada.

Prime Minister Mark Carney is attending the G7 summit in Europe, a year after hosting it in Alberta. The meeting is the first among world leaders since the start of the U.S.-Israeli offensive in Iran.

Two children are dead and three people are injured after a side-by-side vehicle rolled over in Pouce Coupe, near the B.C.-Alberta border on June 4. The incident was reported by RCMP on a rural road in the area.

Alberta is proposing a 'General Corridor' for a pipeline to the West Coast. Premier Danielle Smith announced this during the Global Energy Show in Calgary.

Canada's former top climate adviser stated the pipeline deal between Canada and Alberta is incompatible with the Carney government's net-zero target. The statement highlights concerns about the agreement's alignment with climate goals.

A Canadian ban on livestock from Texas within 21 days due to screwworms is not deterring Texas rodeo athletes from competing in Canadian events, including the Calgary Stampede.

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says Canadians should not view those who vote for Alberta separation as 'enemies' and instead offer 'hope' to counter the province's secessionist movement.

Alberta students' union representatives claim recent changes to the provincial loan program create a 'financial barrier' for many in the province. The province states it is modernizing the process to maintain affordable and accessible education.

Albertans will vote in October on whether to remain in Canada or hold a referendum to leave. The decision could either resolve the separation debate or widen divisions.

The article discusses uncertainties around whether Albertans would retain Canadian citizenship if Alberta becomes independent, as a referendum on separation approaches on October 19.

A new analysis suggests the Carney government's pipeline deal may hinder Canada's progress toward climate targets, despite a carbon pricing agreement. The deal raises concerns about aligning with environmental goals.

Albertans are most likely in Canada to seek financial advice from AI and social media, with 21% of surveyed respondents using models like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude. Experts highlight online sources as useful learning tools but caution about potential risks.

Alberta will roll out new driver licenses starting July 2 that include an individual’s health card number, eliminating the long-used paper health cards. The change aims to address decades of issues with paper cards.

The Alberta government has not yet deployed triage liaison physicians in emergency rooms, despite pledging their implementation over four months ago. The physicians were intended to monitor waiting room patients, but no progress has been reported.

Heavy rainfall in Alberta has disrupted seeding for some farmers while others are benefiting from the moisture. The rain has caused challenges for agricultural activities but is also seen as a positive development for those in need of water.

Alberta is holding a referendum on separating from Canada, and the article questions the involvement of the US President in this potential separatist movement.

The European Union approves offshore 'return hubs' for failed asylum seekers, drawing comparisons to Trump-style migration tactics. Other news includes British media coverage of documents about Peter Mandelson and Alberta's plan for a secession referendum.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is set to meet with her counterpart in Quebec City this week. Separatism and energy are potential topics of discussion.

Heavy rainfall is affecting Calgary, with Environment and Climate Change Canada issuing a weather advisory predicting 50 to 100 millimetres of rain. River levels are rising in Alberta.

Forest tent caterpillar populations are surging in Calgary and across Alberta this spring, with municipalities and experts warning Albertans about the outbreak. These caterpillars, which appear during cyclical outbreaks, are commonly observed on trees throughout North America.

The RCMP in Alberta is investigating the shooting of a horse foal in Kananaskis Country. The incident has been condemned by wild horse advocates in the region.

Alberta separatists are gaining momentum as Canada faces its biggest unity crisis in decades. The article explores the possibility of Alberta triggering a scenario similar to Brexit.