Cost of Alberta separation could be up to $170B: report
The report looks at two scenarios involving how separation would occur, but in both cases the short-term costs of leaving Confederation would be high.
Global News Calgary · Sep 16, 2026Calgary business news
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Calgary projects a $130 million surplus by end of 2026 fiscal year
Calgary is predicting a bump to its current surplus, on the back of higher investment income, lower expenditures, and overall salary savings to close the fiscal year. Last week, during his State of the City address to the Calgary Rotary Club, Mayor Jeromy Farkas mentioned that there was a $110 million surplus up to the […] The post Calgary projects a $130 million surplus by end of 2026 fiscal year appeared first on LiveWire Calgary.
LiveWire Calgary · Sep 16, 2026Albertan artist Faye HeavyShield receives Governor General's Award
HeavyShield, known for her site-specific installations and sculptures, has exhibited in solo and group exhibitions throughout Canada and around the world
Calgary Herald · Sep 16, 2026Review: First Metis Man of Odesa an intimate, fractured tale of love and dedication
First Metis Man of Odesa is a problematic love story told by the lovers themselves. Edmonton playwright Matthew MacKenzie met Ukrainian actor Mariya Khomutova in 2018 in Kyiv while they were both workshopping a new play. She didn’t feel any spark, and he was too shy to tell her how he felt, but he started […]
Calgary Herald · Sep 16, 2026Bell: Bombshell report shows huge costs of Alberta separating from Canada
Leaving Canada would shrink Alberta's economy, add to debt, intro other uncertainties, government-commissioned study says
Calgary Herald · Sep 16, 2026Review: Talented cast beefs up thin script in Stage West farce
The cast of Stage West’s Unnecessary Farce has the necessary skills to make this slight little comedy burst with fun moments. Paul Slade Smith’s play is one of those silly, door-slamming, peel-your-clothes-off comedies that only work if the actors throw caution and decorum to the wind. The seven actors, under Jan Alexandra Smith’s wily direction. […]
Calgary Herald · Sep 16, 2026Varcoe: 'The stars are aligning' — Ottawa's new tax incentive another significant step for Canadian oilsands growth
"The time is right for Canada to push the gas pedal on the oilsands and on its potential.”
Calgary Herald · Sep 16, 2026Opinion: Separatism is an oversimplification of the Calgary-Shaw byelection result
After the 2015 election, when I won the Calgary-Shaw riding for the NDP, a narrative began, suggesting that the result was largely due to a “right-wing split.” While our first-past-the-post system has its flaws in a multi-party system, something that was lost in that narrative was just how heavily people rejected the status quo. It […]
Calgary Herald · Sep 16, 2026Ford: Smith and supporters are the outliers while the rest of us stand together
All of us Albertans are facing an existential question: Are we really Canadians or wannabe Americans?
Calgary Herald · Sep 16, 2026UCalgary to host 2027 U SPORTS Women's Soccer Championship
The University of Calgary has been named host of the 2027 U SPORTS Women's Soccer Championship, set for Nov. 11-14 at McMahon Stadium.
Calgary Herald · Sep 16, 2026Bell: Smith UCP — it's wakey-wakey time from those Calgary byelection blues
The UCP lose in south Calgary. They cannot afford losses like that
Calgary Herald · Sep 16, 2026
Galaxyland’s new Nerf roller-coaster nearly complete at West Edmonton Mall
The roller-coaster opening in 2027 can be ridden two ways: the family-friendly 'Core' mode and the more a thrilling 'Quantum' mode with added inversions, twists, and higher speeds.
Global News Calgary · Sep 16, 2026
Alberta on track to see the most traffic deaths in a decade: ‘Disaster waiting to happen’
Alberta RCMP said based on historical trends, if the fatal collision pattern continues, 2026 could end with 274 deaths.
Global News Calgary · Sep 15, 2026Top 7 over 70 pushes to expand nationally ahead of 2027 gala after nearly a decade
Much has been done for younger people through programs such as Top 30 Under 30 and Top 20 Under 20, but there needed to be a way to honour seniors in the same way, said founder Jim Gray
Calgary Herald · Sep 15, 2026Private investors could land at Calgary’s airport under new federal plan
Ottawa’s plan to invite private capital into Canada’s top four aviation hubs is already facing criticism, alongside plenty of unanswered questions
Calgary Herald · Sep 15, 2026Alberta eyes stronger waste storage rules amid stubborn blaze at Calgary landfill
A fire that broke out Sept. 6 at Ecco’s facility in Calgary’s Shepard industrial area continues to smoulder, with residents and local politicians raising concerns about air quality and potential health-related impacts for nearby communities
Calgary Herald · Sep 15, 2026
ECCO landfill fire under control while hotspots and air quality concerns persist
The Calgary Fire Department (CFD) advises that the fire at the ECCO Recycling facility in Calgary's Shepard Industrial is under control. This does not mean that the fire is out, but that the strategies, tactics and resources assigned continue to make a positive progress. Crews continue to work with contractors and partner agencies to fully extinguish the fire using specialized landfill fire suppression techniques.The affected area covers approximately 43,000 square metres, or the equivalent of e
City of Calgary Newsroom · Sep 15, 2026MRU announces new School of Computing Sciences and Mathematics
Mount Royal University’s (MRU) new technology-forward school prepares to welcome thousands in the next few years. By 2027, the School of Computing Sciences and Mathematics is expected to enroll more than 1,000 students, with an annual target of 350 new students. The school will offer three degree programs, one certificate, and four minors. Aside from […] The post MRU announces new School of Computing Sciences and Mathematics appeared first on LiveWire Calgary.
LiveWire Calgary · Sep 15, 2026'We don't have to vote by default': Calgary-Shaw byelection win had little to do with separatism, NDP says
Kyle Campbell won the riding with 7,461 votes, but said that throughout the campaign, constituents brought up the referendum less often than expected
Calgary Herald · Sep 15, 2026Ontario driver sentenced to 20-months for rural intersection crash that killed Drumheller father over six years ago
Family expresses dismay over loss of empathy and remorse of driver
Calgary Herald · Sep 15, 2026