Agritourism Alberta is on the rise as families choose affordable, close-to-home farm experiences over costly travel. From u-pick adventures to farm stays and local food events, these outings are giving visitors a fresh way to connect with rural communities while helping farms and nearby businesses thrive.

An Edmonton apartment fire in northeast Edmonton forced about 200 residents from their homes after flames and heavy smoke spread quickly through the building. The frightening scene, including balcony rescues, is a stark reminder of how dangerous apartment fires can become in just minutes.

Saskatoon firefighters say the overdose crisis is driving a sharp surge in emergency calls, putting added pressure on crews, equipment and response times across the city. The spike is raising fresh questions about staffing, burnout and whether emergency services have the resources to keep up.

As the latest deadline looms, the US-China trade dispute is once again raising worries about tariffs, supply chains and market volatility. For Canadians, the bigger story is how quickly any renewed tension between Washington and Beijing could ripple through jobs, prices and the broader economy.

More than 50 faith leaders are speaking out against the Alberta Christian Leadership Summit, arguing it reflects insider influence more than the full diversity of Alberta’s Christian communities. Their criticism is fueling a wider conversation about who gets to represent faith in public life—and whether powerful religious events are bringing people together or leaving many voices out.