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Consumer boycott of U.S. products exposes a bigger homegrown problem
Posted on April 9, 2026Canadian consumers are quietly pulling U.S. products off their grocery lists, and the impact is measurable. This is more than a protest. It is a… Read More »
From the Archives of Western Newspapers
Posted on April 9, 2026By Samantha Johnson For Southern Alberta Newspapers April 2, 1884 – The Calgary Herald, Mining and Ranche Advocate and General Advertiser Mr. Melvyn of Silver… Read More »
MAID legislation needs revision
Posted on April 9, 2026I am tiring of the name and defence of Bill 18 as “assisted death as a last resort”, as if current or planned MAID regulations… Read More »
Proposed animal welfare update would be first changes to APA in 20 years
Posted on April 9, 2026Southern Alberta Newspapers Alberta is updating the legislation that outlines protections for animals. If passed, Bill 22 will update the Animal Protection Act for the… Read More »
Bill 27 will make changes needed to execute Alberta Budget
Posted on April 9, 2026Southern Alberta Newspapers The Alberta government is putting forward legislation amending several key pieces of legislation to deliver on initiatives outlined in Budget 2026. “Budget… Read More »
Alberta government to bring forward changes to Citizen Initiative Act, court appointment procedure
Posted on April 9, 2026By Zoe Mason Southern Alberta Newspapers A new bill tabled March 30 introduces another round of changes to legislation governing recalls and citizen initiative petitions.… Read More »
Conservative vision for Canadian sovereignty
Posted on March 26, 2026To restore leverage and protect our sovereignty in today’s unstable global environment, Conservatives believe that Canada’s response must be grounded in realism and maturity. On February… Read More »
March 2026: Problem Gambling Awareness Month
Posted on March 26, 2026Western Canada Lottery Corporation March marks Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM), a time to reduce stigma, increase understanding, and recognize that problem gambling is a… Read More »
Petition campaigns only first step toward referendums
Posted on March 26, 2026Petition questions require critical thinking. Long term ramifications for the future of where we live must be seriously considered. The Alberta Prosperity Project’s petition issue… Read More »
From the Archives of Western Newspapers
Posted on March 26, 2026By Samantha Johnson For Southern Alberta Newspapers March 24, 1882 – The Sun (Winnipeg) While it is undeniable that Ontario is being subjected to a… Read More »