Saskatchewan NDP calls for public inquiry into government wildfire response – Saskatoon

By Vanessa Tiberio Global News Posted October 16, 2025 8:48 pm Updated October 16, 2025 8:56 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size The province’s opposition party says it wants a formal inquiry into the provincial government’s wildfire response after blazes ripped through nearly three million hectares of forest and…

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Mayoral candidates take on province in Calgary municipal election campaign’s last days

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith isn’t on the ballot, but is coming up frequently in Calgary’s municipal election campaign with candidates running for mayor calling out the provincial government. The bulk of the messaging against Alberta’s provincial government is coming from the Calgary Party, which has released more than 10 press releases and campaign statements about…

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Albertans to decide province’s new licence plate design in tournament-style vote

Albertans can now vote for one of eight different licence plate designs, as the provincial government unveiled its plan to introduce new plates starting next year. A tournament-style voting bracket and details of the designs were revealed at a news conference Wednesday afternoon. The new designs will all include the slogan “Strong and Free,” which…

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Alberta premier sparks private health care worries with recent mandate letters

Some of the premier’s latest mandate letters, outlining the priorities for Alberta’s health ministers, are reigniting concerns the government is paving the way for even more private delivery of health care. In letters released last week, the ministers responsible for Primary and Preventative Health Services, and Hospitals and Surgical Health Services, were given their marching…

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After loss to Australia, Canada men face far different challenge against Colombia

After failing to break down a resolute five-man Australian defence in a 1-0 loss Friday to the 25th-ranked Socceroos, No. 26 Canada faces an altogether different challenge Tuesday when it takes on No. 13 Colombia. Brimming with individual talent, the Colombians have already booked their ticket to next year’s World Cup by finishing third in…

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