-A 34-year old man from Goodfish Lake died in a rollover this past Saturday near Smoky Lake.
RCMP say it happened at Highway 831 and Township Road 602.
Mounties are still working to determine the cause of the incident.
No other vehicles were involved.
RCMP say it happened at Highway 831 and Township Road 602.
Mounties are still working to determine the cause of the incident.
No other vehicles were involved.
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-An Alberta man who had been charged in the death of a 30-year old Edmonton woman was found guilty of manslaughter today.
Billie Johnson had been reported missing in late December of 2020, and her remains were found in April of 2021.
Kenneth Courtoreille was initially charged with 2nd degree murder in the case,but convicted of manslaughter this week.
-An Alberta man who had been charged in the death of a 30-year old Edmonton woman was found guilty of manslaughter today.
Billie Johnson had been reported missing in late December of 2020, and her remains were found in April of 2021.
Kenneth Courtoreille was initially charged with 2nd degree murder in the case,but convicted of manslaughter this week.
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-Residents of an apartment building on 102nd Avenue and 118th Street have been evacuated, as fire crews say high levels of carbon monoxide have been detected in several suites.
No other details just yet.
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-The Speaker of the House of Commons says it wasn’t the government’s decision to invite a man who fought for a Nazi unit during World War 2, to Parliament during a visit by Ukraine’s President last Friday.
Anthony Rota says he made the choice to pay tribute to 98-year old Yaroslav Hunka, but says at the time, he was only aware the man was part of the First Ukrainian Division.
He found out later it was a voluntary unit, under the command of the Nazis.
Rota says he’s deeply sorry
Jewish advocacy groups say a big apology is owed to survivors of the Holocaust and Allied veterans of the Second World War.
MP’s are going to discuss Rota’s future, but there have already been calls for him to resign.
The Government House Leader says the whole thing was deeply embarassing for Canada and deeply hurtful for Holocaust survivors and their families.
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-Wildfires aren’t done with us yet, as fire has once again forced people to evacuate from the community of Chateh.
Most are staying in High Level until they’re given the green light that it’s okay to go home.
Most are staying in High Level until they’re given the green light that it’s okay to go home.
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-Wildfire smoke forced the city of Yellowknife to cancel a “Welcome Home” party this weekend.
Residents were allowed back earlier this month after being out of their homes for a few weeks.
-Wildfire smoke forced the city of Yellowknife to cancel a “Welcome Home” party this weekend.
Residents were allowed back earlier this month after being out of their homes for a few weeks.
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-Yesterday was Police and Peace Officer Memorial Day, to remember those who’ve died in the line of duty.
There was a small ceremony at the Leg, where the names of Constable Travis Jordan and Constable Brett Ryan were added to the Pillar of Strength, a symbol that recognizes the ultimate sacrifice made by officers.
The two had been gunned down while responding to a domestic violence call back in March.
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-A big announcement from Farm Credit Canada, as it plans to match up to one million dollars in new donations to food banks and other agencies, to mark the 20th year of its Drive Away Hunger program.
Food Banks Canada and Second Harvest Canada will be involved, as they’ll direct funding towards rural and remote areas.
You can make donations at www.driveawayhunger.ca.
Food Banks Canada and Second Harvest Canada will be involved, as they’ll direct funding towards rural and remote areas.
You can make donations at www.driveawayhunger.ca.
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-Edmonton has a new river valley park in the northeast part of the city.
It’s about 190 acres, and you’ll find it around 149th Avenue and 17th Street.
In addition to being an area of natural beauty, it also includes a playground, ornamental lake, event centre and more.
It still has to be named.
It’s about 190 acres, and you’ll find it around 149th Avenue and 17th Street.
In addition to being an area of natural beauty, it also includes a playground, ornamental lake, event centre and more.
It still has to be named.
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-Workers at Ford Canada have voted yes to the deal their union had reached with the automaker last week.
Unifor says all their issues were met, so now they’re hoping to get the same from GM and Stellantis.
Unifor says all their issues were met, so now they’re hoping to get the same from GM and Stellantis.
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-A tentative deal has been reached with Hollywood writers, to potentially bring about an end to the strike that’s been going on for more than four months.
But it still has to be ratified by the Writers Guild of America and its members.
And while the writers’ strike may soon be over, talks still haven’t happened between actors and the studios.
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-The Western Canadian Chainsaw Carving Championship is happening this week at Rig Hand Distillery’s new venue.
Owner Geoff Stewart says five of the top carvers from around the world are taking part, with the opening ceremonies Wednesday evening.
Carving gets underway Thursday morning, and the eventual crowning of the champion on Sunday.
Once that happens, there will be a couple of “quick-carves”, which will then be auctioned off.
And Stewart says when these events are held in North America, it’s usually left up to the carvers what they want to create, while in Europe, it’s up to the host.
Stewart says they’re going things European style, so he’s chosen a theme of “Drunk on the Farm.”
For more information about the event, head to www.righanddistillery.com. (photo/logo credit to Rig Hand Distillery)
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-Jays have today off after beating the Rays 9-5 yesterday and taking that series.
They face the Yankees tomorrow.
-NHL PRE-SEASON:
-Jets beat the Oilers 2-1 in a shootout. They play again tonight.
-Flames crushed the Canucks 10-nothing. Flames have a couple of split squad games against the Kraken tonight.
-Sens edged the Leafs 3-2. They play again tonight.
-Habs take on the Devils this evening.
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