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Canada
Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas acknowledged the city’s $50 billion infrastructure deficit will not be resolved in one budget or council term, emphasising the need for ongoing efforts from council to address the issue incrementally.
The Surrey Police Service faces scrutiny following six serious incidents over the past year, resulting in either fatalities or significant injuries. A local MLA has called for a review of the police’s operational practices in light of these collisions.
The city committee selected the only surface alignment option for the Green Line LRT through Calgary’s downtown core that aligns with the project’s budget constraints. This decision confirms the existing financial parameters influencing the transit development.
Canadian mountain runner Kalie McCrystal has been reported missing while training for a record attempt on the Matterhorn, which lies along the Switzerland-Italy border. Search efforts are currently underway to locate her in the mountainous region.
Mayors in the Okanagan are highlighting the unused capacity at the Oliver facility as a possible site for mandatory care, suggesting it could play a crucial role in addressing local needs.
Artificial intelligence is increasingly integral to recruitment, with both employers and job seekers leveraging the technology to enhance their chances in hiring. This shift reflects a growing reliance on AI tools to streamline and optimise the selection process in various industries.
The Saskatchewan Roughriders will host the Winnipeg Blue Bombers at Mosaic Stadium on Sunday. As the teams prepare for the matchup, fans are engaged in a debate over Regina-style pizza, adding a local flavour to the rivalry surrounding the game.
Five former British Columbia Conservative MLAs have announced the creation of a new provincial party, aiming to provide voters with an alternative to both the New Democratic Party and the Conservatives. The initiative seeks to attract those dissatisfied with the current political landscape.
Churchill, Manitoba, is currently inhabited by thousands of beluga whales, while hundreds of polar bears are expected to gather in the area shortly. The seasonal presence of these wildlife species draws attention to the region’s unique ecosystem.
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