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Tributes and admiration for Edmonton doctor who delivered 18,000 babies (Thu, 29 Sep 2022)
Retired obstetrician and gynecologist Dr. Chris Hoskins, 74, died in early September during a hike near Canmore, Alta. His death has sparked an outpouring of admiration and memories from friends, family, former colleagues and patients.
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In Fiona's aftermath, Port aux Basques gets heartfelt support from Fort McMurray (Thu, 29 Sep 2022)
When Fort McMurray was devastated by a wildfire six years ago, Newfoundlanders stepped up to help. Now, some in the northern Alberta city with ties to Port aux Basques are wanting to repay that generosity.
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Black Canadian Women in Action Expo aims to empower business owners in Alberta (Thu, 29 Sep 2022)
Entrepreneurs from across the province will have the chance to meet business experts and learn how to deliver the perfect business pitch.
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Governor General of Canada visits James Smith Cree Nation, offers prayers (Wed, 28 Sep 2022)
The Governor General of Canada Mary Simon visited the burial sites of the late victims of the mass stabbing at James Smith Cree Nation and spoke with their families, saying it's allowed her to better understand their grief.
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How to watch and listen to National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2022 on CBC (Mon, 26 Sep 2022)
Tune in to a day of special programming across all CBC platforms to honour National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30.
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Métis Nation of Alberta prepares for historic constitution vote (Wed, 28 Sep 2022)
Citizens of the Métis Nation of Alberta will be able to vote on the Otipemisiwak Métis Government Constitution this November. The vote comes after years of consultation and community engagement to create a constitution leading to the nation having increased authority to negotiate their rights and claims.
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Canada's economy grew by 0.1% in July, bucking expectations it would shrink (Thu, 29 Sep 2022)
Canada's gross domestic product expanded by 0.1 per cent in July, besting expectations of a decline, as growth in mining, agriculture and the oil and gas sector offset shrinkage in manufacturing.
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Canadians won't escape the effects of global currency chaos (Thu, 29 Sep 2022)
A lot of Canadians only think about currencies in terms of what the loonie will buy when they are travelling or shopping online. But a soaring U.S. dollar and a fumbling British financial system are helping to raise the risks of a new kind of global financial crisis.
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Teen's 'nightmare' hospital wait a symptom of Alberta's healthcare breakdown, doctors warn (Thu, 29 Sep 2022)
A teenaged girl's agonizing wait to have her perforated appendix removed highlights the crisis that's unfolding in Alberta hospitals and putting patient safety at risk, frontline healthcare providers are warning.
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Economic summit highlights emerging technology out of Edmonton (Thu, 29 Sep 2022)
Nearly 1,000 people attended the forward/slash Economic Summit in Edmonton, which showcased new technology and ideas.
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