By Somya Lohia, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter In a unique blend of tradition and conservation, dozens of people gathered Saturday near Buffalo Rock Tipi Camp in Piikani Nation to participate in the annual Peigan Friends Along the River fish rescue. This drive, founded by Harley Bastien in 1990, aims to save fish trapped in the irrigation canal after water levels drop … Read more…
By Somya Lohia, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter In the heart of Pincher Creek, a land parcel serves as a beloved community space featuring a picturesque walking trail and off-leash dog park where residents enjoy the tranquility of nature. However, beneath its surface lies a rich tapestry of history that remains largely unrecognized. According to town councillor David Green, this land may … Read more…
By Mickey Dumont Local Journalism Initiative Reporter With five large renewable projects in various stages of planning and approval, MD of Willow Creek administration is continually informing council and rural ratepayers on the status of these applications.“It’s on the agenda for public information,” chief administrative officer Derrick Krizsan said, referring to the Oct. 9 municipal planning commission meeting.“These are really … Read more…
By Mickey Dumont While not yet wreaking havoc and destruction in the MD of Willow Creek, its animal control by-law is being updated so a plan is in place to deal with wild boars (feral pigs) should they migrate into the municipal district.Chief administrative officer Derrick Krizsan told the agricultural service board (ASB) at its Sept. 25 meeting, “We should … Read more…
Amid rising temperatures and high levels of wildfire activity, Health Canada is reminding people living in Alberta about the health risks that come with exposure to fire, smoke and extreme heat. Wildfire smoke can travel thousands of kilometers from a fire zone and is a major source of harmful air pollutants. There is no safe level of exposure for most … Read more…
By Brett McKay, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter RCMP from across Alberta are being pulled into the Jasper region to help with the ongoing disaster response. Officers started arriving on July 22 when out-of-control wildfires pushed dangerously close to the town, helping direct traffic as 25,000 residents and tourists fled the area, and conducting door-to-door checks for people left behind. Now the … Read more…
By Jessica Lee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A lot has changed in Alberta’s parks over the last 10-plus years. The province’s population has grown over 30 per cent from 2009 to 2024, and with that visitation has increased, creating growing pressures on the landscape. It was 2009 when the first iteration of Alberta’s Plan for Parks was released as a 10-year … Read more…