Tag: Federal budget

MPs approve federal budget in tight vote, averting a snap election

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A narrow majority of MPs voted in favour of the Liberal government’s budget Monday, avoiding another federal election.

‘Generational investment’: Ottawa’s 2025 budget focuses on housing, workers and clean energy

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A “generational investment” is how Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne introduced the 2025 federal budget, a plan that pours money into housing, workers and clean-energy projects.

MP Warkentin laments lack of pipelines in federal budget speech

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Grande Prairie - Mackenzie MP Chris Warkentin is disappointed the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion was left out of the...

Notley looking for infrastructure funds from federal budget

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is set to announce his first budget as Prime Minister tomorrow and Premier Rachel Notley...

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City launches after hours AI agent pilot program

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If you find yourself calling the City after hours, you can now get help from an AI voice assistant as part of a a new pilot program.

Advance voting open for 2026 Alberta referendum

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Advance voting for the Alberta referendum opened on Tuesday. 

Eyes on the road: Tips for safe holiday travel as snow in forecast for parts of Alberta

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The first snowfall of the final stretch of the year is in the forecast for some communities, including parts of the Peace Country, which could impact holiday travel over the coming Thanksgiving long weekend. 

Wembley Wildcats receive RONA Rookies program support

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The Wembley Wildcats are among 150 minor hockey teams across Canada receiving support through the RONA Rookies program this season.

Rotary Clubs of Grande Prairie launches annual Dignity Drive

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The Rotary Clubs of Grande Prairie's Dignity Drive has kicked off for another year. 
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