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12 Canadian illustrated books coming out this spring we can't wait to read
CBC Books has put together a list of the must-read comics titles publishing this spring. From historical stories and memoirs to satire and horror stories, we've got something for every lover of the medium.
https://www.cbc.ca/books/12-canadian-illustrated-books-coming-out-this-spring-we-can-t-wait-to-read-9.7117440?cmp=rss
Trump and Iran agreed to a ceasefire. What happens now?
Now that U.S. President Donald Trump has backed off his escalating threats to bomb Iran's power plants, bridges and even destroy its civilization, attention turns to whether the warring sides can reach a full-fledged peace deal that lasts.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/trump-iran-war-ceasefire-what-happens-next-9.7155718?cmp=rss
Free COVID-19 shots return to Alberta pharmacies, for certain high-risk groups
Albertans at risk of severe illness can once again access publicly-funded COVID-19 shots through pharmacies.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/free-covid-19-vaccine-alberta-9.7151948?cmp=rss
Alberta town takes DIY approach to tackle long-standing livestock vet shortage
In rural Alberta, getting to see a veterinarian can take hours, and during calving season, a critical time for ranchers, the stakes can be high.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/alberta-rural-vet-clinic-coronation-9.7152368?cmp=rss
Many older homeowners in Alberta 'not feeling financially secure,' survey suggests
The notion that home ownership guarantees housing security in old age is being challenged by a recent survey. It found more than one-third of older Alberta homeowners who responded were worried about being able to afford home upkeep.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/home-ownership-school-of-public-policy-angus-reid-group-9.7140509?cmp=rss
City giving away 10,000 trees to grow Calgary's canopy
The City of Calgary is launching its annual free tree giveaway program next month, providing 10,000 trees, up from 5,000 last year.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/calgary-free-tree-program-9.7142198?cmp=rss
Court hearings begin as First Nation fights to halt Alberta separation referendum
A First Nation in Alberta will be in court today seeking to shut down a petition urging the province to quit Confederation.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/alta-separation-injunction-9.7154600?cmp=rss
Surprise snowfall blankets Calgary's north while south stays relatively dry
An unexpectedly heavy snowstorm wreaked havoc on some Calgary roads Wednesday morning, with more than 150 crashes reported by around noon.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/calgary-wednesday-snowstorm-north-south-9.7142076?cmp=rss
Plans paused on new recreation trail in northern Alberta as First Nation raises concerns
Mackenzie County wants to turn two former winter roads into a recreation trail, but the Dene Tha’ First Nation alleges it was not consulted properly.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/northern-alberta-recreation-trail-9.7153170?cmp=rss
Solar power in Africa is heating up — thanks in part to chili peppers
They're the chili peppers in the spicy chicken at a restaurant you might know. And they were an ingredient used by a Canadian company to build the first solar power plants in Malawi.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/science/grid-solar-africa-9.7126087?cmp=rss
Richard Mantha found guilty on 6 charges of drugging, kidnapping, sexually assaulting women
A judge has found a Calgary man guilty of sexually assaulting three vulnerable women, one of whom he drugged, and another he suffocated and assaulted with a weapon.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/richard-mantha-guilty-9.7155079?cmp=rss
Rural municipalities call on Alberta government to open grizzly bear hunt
The Rural Municipalities of Alberta organization is advocating for the provincial government to legalize grizzly bear hunting in light of what Cardston County calls increased reports of negative human-bear interactions.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/alberta-grizzly-bear-hunt-rma-9.7150252?cmp=rss
‘It’s just intimidating': Why many Calgary residents no longer feel safe
Public safety is a major talking point in Calgary, and our sense of safety is dropping. Calls to police from the public about disorder downtown reached a six-year high in 2025.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/perceptions-of-public-safety-9.7142356?cmp=rss
Sponsored international travel by MPs drops to 15-year low outside of COVID-19 pandemic
Members of Parliament last year went on the fewest sponsored international trips in the last 15 years, excluding the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/members-parliament-sponsored-travel-9.7140842?cmp=rss
Edmonton emergency doctors and hospitalists warn of ER backlogs when stipend payments end
Some family doctors and emergency room physicians working in Edmonton hospitals warn that an April 1 end to stipend pay arrangements could put patient care at risk and increase suffering.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/emergency-doctors-pay-arrangement-alberta-9.7139373?cmp=rss
More than 160 crashes reported by Calgary police Sunday amid snowfall
Yet another round of snowfall hit Calgary Sunday. Dangerous driving conditions led to a significant number of accidents.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/calgary-snow-police-collisions-9.7153843?cmp=rss
Alberta, Ottawa reach 'agreement-in-principle' on methane emissions
Alberta will be in control of regulating its methane emissions under an agreement-in-principle with Ottawa.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/alberta-ottawa-agreement-methane-9.7141890?cmp=rss
WestJet introducing temporary fuel surcharge on companion voucher bookings
WestJet's new temporary fuel surcharge of $60 on all companion voucher bookings takes effect Wednesday, April 8.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/westjet-surcharge-companion-voucher-9.7153798?cmp=rss
Trump says Iranians are willing to suffer U.S. bombing power plants 'in order to have freedom'
Tehran has rejected the latest ceasefire proposal and wants a permanent end to the war, says Iran's state-run IRNA news agency.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/ceasefire-proposal-reopening-strait-of-hormuz-9.7153910?cmp=rss
Justice minister won't meet premiers' demand for 'sea change' to how judges are appointed
Justice Minister Sean Fraser says he has no plans to change how judges are appointed in Canada after four premiers wrote to Prime Minister Mark Carney asking for more of a say in the process.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/fraser-ford-smith-moe-ford-legault-judges-9.7140166?cmp=rss
Katie McLellan to remain Calgary police chief until mid-2028
Calgary Police Chief Katie McLellan will continue to lead the city's police force through mid-2028, the Calgary Police Commission announced in a statement Wednesday.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/calgary-police-chief-katie-mclellan-9.7141965?cmp=rss
Up to 25 cm of snow possible as wintry storm blasts Alberta
A harsh blast of wintry weather is expected to hit Alberta Tuesday, bringing snow to the west and brutal cold to the north.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/alta-snow-warning-9.7139866?cmp=rss
Former MP behind sports gambling legalization says some results are 'deplorable'
The former MP who spent more than a decade pushing to legalize single-event sports betting says he doesn't regret it — but says its implementation is in some ways "sad" and "deplorable."
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/brian-masse-sports-betting-9.7149986?cmp=rss
Alberta committee recommends internal candidate to replace auditor general
An Alberta legislature committee has reached into the auditor general's office to pick a new person to lead the watchdog agency.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/alberta-auditor-general-9.7141772?cmp=rss
Growing Alberta Inuit community hungry for local food, culture, friendship
A group of Inuit living in Alberta are trying to create a space and build connections for those missing their traditional culture, food and friendship. Inuit have lived in the province for decades, but are growing in numbers and until now efforts to formally organize urban Inuit haven't worked.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/inuit-alberta-survey-traditional-food-culture-9.7152381?cmp=rss
Calgary man arrested for allegedly luring young girls on social media
A 23-year-old Calgary man has been arrested for allegedly using social media for child luring and extortion.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/calgary-man-arrest-alert-ice-9.7140220?cmp=rss
Invasive species threat spurs paddling ban in some waterways in Jasper, other national parks
Parks Canada has announced restrictions on paddling in some rivers and lakes in Alberta to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Some paddlers are voicing concerns with the new policy, but urge their community to comply.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/jasper-national-park-ban-watercraft-aquatic-invasive-species-9.7141092?cmp=rss
Proposed glamping campsite in Canmore draws concern from nearby locals
A developer wants to create a place where people can "glamp" in Canmore near Quarry Lake. If approved, 74 tents will be built on wooden platforms with beds and basic furniture, but some residents say it’s not the right fit for the neighbourhood.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/glamping-quarry-lake-canmore-9.7139278?cmp=rss
Blinded by the headlights? Transport Canada wants to know
A London, Ont., optometrist says she's hearing more concerns from patients about difficulty driving in the dark and headlight brightness. Transport Canada is asking drivers, pedestrians and cyclists to share their experiences with vehicle headlight glare through an online survey.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/london/transport-canada-headlight-glare-survey-9.7152195?cmp=rss
Coalition of First Nations, rural landowners demands review of proposed Pathways carbon capture project
A coalition of Indigenous leaders, farmers and rural Albertans is demanding there be a federal environmental review of Pathways, a planned carbon capture and storage facility and carbon dioxide pipeline in the oilsands region.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/pathways-carbon-capture-oilsands-alberta-opposition-9.7141067?cmp=rss
Avalanche conditions in Rocky Mountains have improved but remain hazardous, experts say
Experts are urging people headed to the backcountry terrain in the Rockies to use caution as avalanche conditions improve but remain unfavorable following an atmospheric river that drenched the mountains, weakening the snow packs.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/avalanche-conditions-9.7138964?cmp=rss
Still have to file your taxes? Here's how to find yourself some money
Tick, tick, tick. This year's tax deadline is coming quick. Here's what tax experts who spoke with CBC News say you should keep in mind as you're filling out your return so you don't miss out on opportunities to find and save money.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/cra-2026-tax-season-savings-9.7151405?cmp=rss
Lethbridge farmers stranded after processing plant closure
Some local pea and sweetcorn farmers are scrambling in the aftermath of Nortera's decision to close its Lethbridge, Alta., vegetable processing plant. The Quebec-based company says growing pressure from cheap international imports is behind the decision.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/nortera-plant-9.7152336?cmp=rss
2 taken to hospital as Calgary officials warn of challenging road conditions
One person is in life-threatening condition after a crash early Monday morning on Crowchild Trail
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/calgary-road-conditions-crowchild-trail-tory-fassnidge-9.7154081?cmp=rss
Understanding bee gut health may be the key to producing more resilient colonies and queens
A group of researchers at the University of Guelph believe they may have found the missing piece of the puzzle to producing more resilient queen bees and it may have to do with understanding their gut health. Brendan Daisley, a postdoctoral fellow at the university, says Canadian beekeeper...
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/kitchener-waterloo/bee-gut-health-university-of-guelph-research-9.7147527?cmp=rss
Weeks-long public hearing on repealing blanket rezoning ends
Kicking off on March 23, Calgary city council's marathon public hearing has come to a close after 411 public presenters shared their thoughts on the controversial housing policy. Now debate, and possibly a vote, are expected as early as Wednesday.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/blanket-rezoning-hearing-closes-9.7155045?cmp=rss
RCMP investigating allegations of corruption involving councillor, business at Calgary city hall: sources
An RCMP-led corruption investigation is underway into at least one current Calgary city councillor as well as a business, CBC News has learned.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/rcmp-investigating-allegations-of-corruption-involving-councillor-business-at-calgary-city-hall-sources-9.7140099?cmp=rss
18-year-old man charged with 2nd-degree murder in Alberta highway shooting
An 18-year-old man has been charged with second-degree murder in a deadly daytime shooting on a highway south of Edmonton.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/singh-highway-homicide-arrest-9.7139958?cmp=rss
Canada is pitching its energy ambitions at Texas conference — can the oil and gas industry be convinced?
Though oil and gas industry executives at CERAWeek, a global energy conference in Houston, welcomed Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson’s enthusiasm, they still say they want to see considerable action before they can be sure Canada's federal government is serious about changing the country’s reputation as ...
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/bakx-ceraweek-hodgson-9.7140979?cmp=rss
