Prairies & BC

Dunstone, Gushue and Carruthers take Pool A playoff berths at Montana's Brier

KELOWNA, B.C. - An off-day for Reid Carruthers at the Montana's Brier became much busier on Thursday night.� Read moreDunstone, Gushue and Carruthers take Pool A playoff berths at Montana's Brier

Manitoba drops 'God Save The King' rule at school, tries to enshrine school nutrition

WINNIPEG - The Manitoba government put forward sweeping changes to the school day Thursday �� eliminating a requirement to sing "God Save The King," paving the way… Read moreManitoba drops 'God Save The King' rule at school, tries to enshrine school nutrition

Police in New Westminster, B.C., arrest female student at high school with knife

NEW WESTMINSTER, B.C. - Police in New Westminster, B.C., say they acted on a 911 call about a student armed with a knife at a local high school on Thursday.� Read morePolice in New Westminster, B.C., arrest female student at high school with knife

B.C. to get about $3.7 billion in tobacco lawsuit settlement

British Columbia's share of a landmark settlement for health damages from the big tobacco firms will be about $3.7 billion, the province's attorney general said T… Read moreB.C. to get about $3.7 billion in tobacco lawsuit settlement

B.C. health officials confirm another travel-related measles case in Lower Mainland

SURREY, B.C. - British Columbia health officials say another travel-related measles infection has been confirmed in the Lower Mainland, in a resident who visited … Read moreB.C. health officials confirm another travel-related measles case in Lower Mainland

Alberta's premier defends Canada on U.S. TV news shows as tariff fight takes twist

EDMONTON - As the tariff war with the U.S. continued its twists and turns Thursday, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith made the rounds of U.S. TV networks reminding A… Read moreAlberta's premier defends Canada on U.S. TV news shows as tariff fight takes twist

Manitoba cabinet to approve or deny power deals with the United States

WINNIPEG - The Manitoba government signalled Thursday it may curtail exports of hydroelectricity to the United States in response to tariffs imposed by U.S. Presi… Read moreManitoba cabinet to approve or deny power deals with the United States

RCMP launch probe amid allegations of corruption in Alberta health contracts

EDMONTON - Mounties in Alberta have launched an investigation following a complaint regarding the province��s front-line medical care provider, Alberta Health Services.

B.C. poised to toll U.S. trucks driving to Alaska through province in tariff response

British Columbia Premier David Eby says Canada should maintain retaliatory measures against the United States �� such as possible tolls facing commercial trucks heading to Alaska �� despite some tariffs being paused for a month.

Fire-ravaged Alberta mountain town of Jasper gets more aid from governments

JASPER, ALBERTA, CANADA - The federal and Alberta governments are ushering in new support for Jasper as the mountain town continues to rebuild from last summer's devastating wildfires.

Saskatchewan liquor stores selling leftover U.S. booze as government halts purchase

REGINA - Some Saskatchewan liquor stores are selling off their remaining bottles of American booze and restaurants are rethinking their menus, after the province said it would stop buying U.S. alcohol during the turbulent trade war with its n…

Flames sign goaltender Connor Murphy for rest of 2024025 season

CALGARY - The Calgary Flames have signed goaltender Connor Murphy to a one-year, two-way contract for the remainder of the 2024-25 season, the NHL club announced Thursday.

B.C. signs $670-million pharmacare agreement with federal government

VICTORIA - The British Columbia and federal governments have signed a four-year, $670-million pharmacare agreement, giving universal access to contraceptive and diabetes medications.�

South Bow says tariffs could create challenges in its marketing segment

CALGARY - South Bow Corp., the oil pipeline operator spun off from TC Energy Corp. last year, says its marketing segment, which provides transportation, storage and logistics services, could come under pressure if a 10 per cent tariff on U.S.…

CEO of fuel retailer and refiner Parkland says tariff impact 'neutral' on business

CALGARY - The chief executive of fuel refiner and retailer Parkland Inc., which is considering putting itself up for sale, says U.S. tariffs are having a "neutral" impact on the business.�

菜創郭肱利 Natural Resources says tariffs not changing appetite for acquisitions

CALGARY - Oil and gas heavyweight 菜創郭肱利 Natural Resources Ltd., fresh off two major deals, says volatility from U.S. tariffs isn't making it hungrier for more acquisitions.

Gushue, McEwen, Jacobs secure playoff berths at Montana's Brier

KELOWNA, B.C. - Three-time defending champion Brad Gushue is picking up where he left off at the Montana's Brier.�

WHL Roundup: Hurricanes use big third period to outlast Rockets 7-4

LETHBRIDGE, Alta. - Trae Johnson had a goal and two assists as the Lethbridge Hurricanes outscored the Kelowna Rockets 4-1 in the third period to win 7-4 on Wednesday in Western Hockey League action.

Alberta premier cuts off future alcohol from U.S. in tariff row, but no change to oil

EDMONTON - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced restrictions Wednesday on booze, gambling machines and government purchasing to fight back against sweeping U.S. tariffs.

Saskatchewan to stop buying U.S. alcohol during trade war: Premier Moe

REGINA - Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe said Wednesday the province will stop purchasing American booze and work to stop buying other U.S. goods.

Another earthquake felt on B.C.'s south coast, third in two weeks

VICTORIA - Another earthquake has shaken Victoria, becoming at least the third felt in British Columbia's capital in less than two weeks.

B.C. is making contingency plans to reduce its reliance on U.S. electricity

VICTORIA - British Columbia is making contingency plans to reduce its reliance on electricity from the United States after the start of the continental trade war.

Yukon says cyanide-contaminated water may have been released at mine cleanup

WHITEHORSE - The Yukon government says it has been informed of an "unauthorized discharge of cyanide-impacted water" at the site of last summer's mine disaster north of Mayo.�

Accusations over trade dispute dominate first day of Manitoba legislature sitting

WINNIPEG - Politicians accused each other of failing to stand up against U.S. tariffs Wednesday as the Manitoba legislature reconvened after a winter break.

Yukon premier considers limiting ties with Elon Musk in next phase of tariff response

Yukon Premier Ranj Pillai says his government is considering limiting support for companies tied to Elon Musk as part of a potential second phase of action in response to U.S. tariffs.

Parkland to consider sale, other strategic alternatives after shareholder pressure

CALGARY - Parkland Corp., which has been under pressure from major shareholders to improve its share price, has announced plans to review strategic alternatives, including the possible sale of the company.

Appeal denied for Alberta mother who assaulted toddler, left severe burns untreated

CALGARY - A Calgary mother convicted of assaulting her two-year-old daughter, causing broken bones, and leaving the child with untreated burns has had her appeal dismissed.

Vancouver police say officer slashed while on patrol, man faces multiple charges

VANCOUVER - Police in Vancouver say an officer on patrol was slashed on the leg with an "edged weapon" in the city's Downtown Eastside.

B.C. finance minister describes Tuesday's budget as nothing 'splashy and new'

VICTORIA - British Columbia cannot continue to accumulate debt and will "be in trouble" if the province doesn't work toward a balanced budget, its finance minister told a group of business people the day after forecasting another record deficit.

Three-year-old child dies in pedestrian accident in Chilliwack, B.C.

CHILLIWACK, B.C. - RCMP in Chilliwack, B.C., say a three-year-old child has died in a "tragic motor vehicle collision."�

Cattle groups look to diversify markets, boost support programs

CALGARY - Beef industry groups say with 25 per cent U.S. tariffs on 菜創郭肱利 goods taking effect, they're looking to diversify their export markets, process more domestically and push for improvements to government support programs.�

Alberta Mountie charged with punching person during mental health call

FT SASKATCHEWAN, Alta. - An Alberta Mountie has been charged and placed on administrative duties after a person was punched during a mental health call.

Saskatchewan NDP criticize premier for getting caught off guard on tariff response

REGINA - Saskatchewan��s Opposition NDP wants to know why Premier Scott Moe��s government didn��t have a response ready �� despite knowing for weeks that U.S. President Donald Trump planned to impose tariffs on 菜創郭肱利 goods.

Ducks thrilled to beat Oilers as youngsters starting to make presence felt

EDMONTON - Youth definitely led the way for the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday.

Alberta's Brad Jacobs flourishing in first full season with new teammates

KELOWNA, B.C. - Loaded with experience and championship pedigree, the four-man Alberta team skipped by Brad Jacobs at the Montana's Brier offers a study in contrasts.�

McTavish scores twice, Ducks drill Oilers 6-2

EDMONTON - Mason McTavish had a pair of goals and Jackson Lacombe and Cutter Gauthier each had three assists as the Anaheim Ducks scored four goals in the final eight minutes of the first period en route to a 6-2 victory over the Edmonton Oil…

Trudeau says the U.S. launched a 'very dumb' trade war and Canada is fighting back

OTTAWA - U.S. President Donald Trump remained resolute about using tariffs to fill America's coffers hours after starting a North American trade war that rattled markets and was described by 菜創郭肱利 Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as "very dumb."

What people have to say about B.C.'s budget as the U.S. applies tariffs

VICTORIA - The British Columbia government released a budget Tuesday with Finance Minister Brenda Bailey saying it defends the province from an unfolding North American trade war triggered by U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs.

Former B.C. MLA Mike de Jong ousted from federal Conservative nomination race

VANCOUVER - Former B.C. finance minister Mike de Jong has been campaigning for nearly a year to clinch the Conservative Party of Canada nomination in the riding of Abbotsford-South Langley, but he's now been told he's not qualified to be a me…

'All bets are off': B.C. pulls liquor, changes procurement after U.S. tariffs

British Columbia and the rest of the country is strong enough to weather the storm in the threat to Canada's sovereignty coming from a former friend, B.C. Premier David Eby said.

Manitoba pulls U.S. booze, offers tax deferrals to businesses in wake of tariffs

WINNIPEG - The Manitoba government offered tax deferrals to businesses and pulled American products from liquor stores Tuesday in response to tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Groups say B.C.��s tariff budget is defensive, with an economic growth plan needed

VICTORIA - Industry and labour groups say the latest British Columbia budget shows the province is taking a defensive position in response to the tariffs from the United States, which may not be enough to help the economy as a North American …

Alberta wildfire conditions in 'substantially' better shape than last year: minister

Muted wildfire activity is giving Alberta's government optimism after last year's grim start to the season, but experts say dry conditions could easily flip that narrative.

Manitoba pulls U.S. booze, offers tax deferrals to businesses in wake of tariffs

WINNIPEG - The Manitoba government offered tax deferrals to businesses and pulled American products from liquor stores Tuesday in response to tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Groups say B.C.��s tariff budget is defensive, with an economic growth plan needed

Alberta wildfire conditions in 'substantially' better shape than last year: minister

Muted wildfire activity is giving Alberta's government optimism after last year's grim start to the season, but experts say dry conditions could easily flip that narrative.

By the numbers as British Columbia releases its 2025 budget

VICTORIA - British Columbia��s Finance Minister Brenda Bailey has handed down a budget she says will defend the province against ��unjustified�� U.S. tariffs.

From record deficit to ICBC rebate, here are highlights of British Columbia's budget

VICTORIA - Here are some highlights of British Columbia��s budget, delivered by Finance Minister Brenda Bailey on the same day that U.S. tariffs on imports from Canada were enacted, setting off a North American trade war.

'Not how you treat your friends': Yukon stops orders of U.S. alcohol after tariffs

Yukon is no longer placing orders for U.S.-made alcohol and is removing American products from all government liquor stores in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs on 菜創郭肱利 goods.

Gang-related homicide investigators deployed to Surrey, B.C., after shooting

SURREY, B.C. - British Columbia's Homicide Investigation Team has been deployed to Surrey after a fatal "targeted, brazen shooting" earlier this week.

'Can't get on board': Proposed change to death reviews worries Alberta child advocate

EDMONTON - Alberta��s child and youth advocate is questioning a proposed change from Premier Danielle Smith��s government that would limit investigations into deaths of young adults.

Saskatchewan premier Moe says Trump 'wrong' as punishing U.S. tariffs kick in

REGINA - Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says U.S. President Donald Trump is "simply wrong" for imposing punishing tariffs on 菜創郭肱利 goods.

Alberta premier slams U.S. tariffs as 'foolish,' but energy retaliation off the table

EDMONTON - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith lashed out Tuesday as hefty, sweeping U.S. tariffs kicked in on 菜創郭肱利 goods, but she reiterated she won't retaliate by hiking levies on oil and gas heading south of the border.

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