The Canada Border Services Agency warns that criminal networks are targeting youth to smuggle drugs across borders, using tactics like fake job offers and social media to build trust. Recruiters often look for vulnerable individuals and manipulate them into carrying packages. Consequences for those arrested abroad can be severe.
Police conducted a traffic stop and confirmed the operator was wanted on an outstanding warrant. Further investigation determined the truck had been reported stolen from Calgary earlier in the year.
The bestselling author, motivational speaker and health-care professional is returning to Humboldt for what he describes as a heartfelt opportunity to thank the community that supported him through the aftermath of the April 6, 2018, Humboldt Broncos bus crash and throughout his recovery journey.
Alberta's new $200-million Assisted Living Innovation Grant Program aims to enhance assisted living services through innovative community ideas. Proposals are due by Nov. 6 and can receive funding between $50,000 and $5 million. Eligible organizations include non-profits, for-profits, and educational institutions aiming to improve care for Albertans, especially seniors.
A crime prevention group warns that sharing vacation photos and personal details online can attract scammers and thieves. The Alberta Rural Crime Watch Association emphasizes the risks of exposing information that indicates when homes are empty. Canadians lost over $704 million to fraud in 2025. Simple precautions, like privacy settings, can help.
The Alberta referendum saw over three-quarters of voters reject independence, viewed as a win for national unity and Prime Minister Mark Carney. However, concerningly, most immigration-related questions received majority Yes votes, suggesting potential restrictions on services for immigrants. This outcome raises apprehensions about Alberta’s immigration policies and their implications for the province's workforce.
The Flagstaff Rural Crime Watch Society is hosting a Rural Crime Symposium on November 5, featuring four guest speakers from law enforcement and forensic services. The event, free to attend, offers dinner for the first 150 registrants. Community members are encouraged to register promptly via a provided web form or email.
Edmonton faces pressure from Premier Danielle Smith to revoke its housing densification policies, attributed to perceived federal interference. While Smith critiques federal funding as a “bribe,” local experts argue Edmonton’s housing reforms predate this involvement. The province’s stance has sparked concerns over local governance and the impact on federal housing funds.
A 911 caller reported a possible fight behind a local retail business. Police attended and located two adult males, ages 34 and 31, who appeared to have been involved in a physical altercation.