
Banff's famous grizzly, 'The Boss,' makes first appearance of the season
One of Banff's most well-known bears was spotted out and about this week, prompting a reminder from Parks Canada to be safe and aware while in the wild this spring and summer. Parks Canada confirmed that grizzly bear 122, known as The Boss, was spotted in Lower Bow Valley on April 7. Area closures may be implemented in...
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The Calgary Flames recall defenseman Zayne Parekh
The Calgary Flames have recalled their first-round draft pick, Zayne Parekh, from the OHL. Parekh has reportedly joined the team in Anaheim. The Flames selected Parekh ninth overall in the 2024 NHL Draft after the defenseman posted an impressive season with the Saginaw Spirit, scoring 96 points, which included 33 goals...
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The dire wolf has been brought back from extinction - kind of
Forget the Game of Thrones CGI because dire wolves are back... sort of. The extinct species has resurfaced with the help of the company Colossal Biosciences, a biology research company based in Texas. On Monday, the company, which describes itself as the "world's only de-extinction company," announced the reb...
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The Logan Boulet Effect Grows: Green Shirt Day 2025
Observed annually on April 7, Green Shirt Day honors the life of Logan Boulet, a Humboldt Broncos player whose decision to become an organ donor after the 2018 tragedy saved six lives. His selfless act launched the Logan Boulet Effect, inspiring nearly 150,000 new donor registrations and shifted national awareness arou...
Apr 07, 2025

SAIT Chef wins Educator of the Year
The Southern Alberta Institute of Technology has been known for its expertise in the kitchen and recent award winning Chef and instructor, Chef Romina demonstrates that. The Mexico native recently won the 2024-2025 Educator of the Year, presented by the Calgary Academy of Chefs and Cooks. The program honors one chef ea...
Apr 04, 2025
A week into Hillhurst Construction
Last week when construction first began at 10th Street and 5th Avenue in Hillhurst, we visited the area to get a sense of how local businesses and shoppers anticipated it would affect them. Business owners expressed concern right from the start. Many said that the blocked sidewalks and road closures would prevent foot ...
Apr 04, 2025

Cowboys Park engagement
Changes are coming to Calgary's Shaw Millennium Park. The rebranded park will be Cowboys Park adding a new concert pad in the field, creating a new venue for performers and festivals when they come to the city. The City of Calgary is inviting public input on the future of the park. While the park's features like the sk...
Apr 04, 2025
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Should Canada Tariff oil and gas?
As the trade war between Canada and the United States intensifies, during a press conference Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is warning Canadians about the potential consequences of imposing tariffs on natural resources. Smith emphasized the reliance of Eastern Canada on domestic oil and gas, cautioning that any move to...
Apr 04, 2025

Your Car May Need Repairs After Driving in Winter Conditions
With April underway, it is time for Calgarians to prepare their car for summer driving conditions. Driving in the winter can be hard on a your vehicle. Potholes and other road impurities can causes significant damage to different components of a car. Calgary road crews filled almost 37850 potholes in 2024. These pothol...
Apr 04, 2025

Students around SAIT work on study skills
April marks the end of the semester for many students, and exam season is approaching. Finals are coming up, and strong study skills are crucial. Replacing procrastination with dedication can be challenging for some, especially during the final weeks of school before the break. Studying looks different for everyone, an...
Apr 04, 2025