Local Real Estate Agent Karen Cannady hits #2 in Western Canada at Coldwell Banker for units sold
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Local Real Estate Agent Karen Cannady hits #2 in Western Canada at Coldwell Banker for units sold

Local real estate agent Karen Cannady of OnTrack Realty achieved significant recognition by ranking number two in Western Canada for units sold in early 2026, as noted by Coldwell Banker. Expressing gratitude, Cannady emphasized the importance of community trust in her work and her passion for assisting clients with their real estate transitions.
Flagstaff County reviews Provincial Municipal Indicator results for 2025
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Flagstaff County reviews Provincial Municipal Indicator results for 2025

At the Flagstaff County Council meeting on May 6, 2025 Municipal Indicator results were reviewed. While all indicators were generally positive, tax collection rates and infrastructure investment faced challenges, with tax collection at 87% due to outstanding debts from oil and gas properties. Council plans to address these issues through ongoing resolutions.
Alberta Prosperity Project’s Jeffrey Rath shoots down Premier’s independence cost estimate
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Alberta Prosperity Project’s Jeffrey Rath shoots down Premier’s independence cost estimate

Jeffrey Rath, a leader of the Alberta Prosperity Project, disputes the Alberta premier's claims about the costs of independence. The group has gathered over 300,000 signatures for a referendum on Alberta's separation from Canada, scheduled for October 19. Rath emphasizes the potential economic benefits of independence despite significant startup costs.
Alberta merging health care number, proof of citizenship with driver’s licence
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Alberta merging health care number, proof of citizenship with driver’s licence

The Alberta government plans to include proof of citizenship and health care numbers on driver's licences starting July 2nd, aiming to simplify access to services. This move has sparked mixed reactions, with concerns about privacy and potential fraud raised by officials and opposition parties, framing it as a political tool rather than a practical change.
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Hanna council hears emergency departments preparing for fires

During the May 12 council meeting, Hanna's emergency management director, David Mohl, reported preparations for potential wildfires, highlighting the differences in wildfire behavior between grasslands and forested areas. The Hanna Fire Department noted a slight increase in incidents this year and engaged local students through educational tours during Emergency Preparedness Week.
Forestburg council approves 2.5 per cent overall tax hike
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Forestburg council approves 2.5 per cent overall tax hike

The Forestburg council approved a 2.5 percent municipal tax hike amid budget pressures at their May 21 meeting. Chief Administrative Officer Dwight Dibben indicated rising costs and diminishing provincial support necessitated the increase. Despite concerns over property assessments and minimum tax rates, the council passed the new tax bylaw, with one councillor opposing it.