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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.
A couple on a guided pilgrimage in Nepal has not been heard from since the morning of 26 August, according to their daughter. Efforts to locate them are ongoing as concerns for their safety grow.
The Fort McMurray SPCA has taken in a group of dogs and will announce when they are available for adoption. Updates regarding the animals’ status will be provided to the public in due course.
Manitoba Hydro’s CEO has departed for personal reasons after two years in the position. The company’s chief operating officer has taken on the role temporarily while the organisation seeks a permanent replacement.
The City of Edmonton has assessed the value of 8638 Saskatchewan Drive at £2.7 million, resulting in a municipal property tax bill exceeding £28,000 for 2026.
Universities across Canada, including the University of British Columbia, McGill University and the University of Toronto, are hiring researchers as part of an initiative to bolster academic resources and enhance research capabilities in various fields.
A lunar eclipse will peak at 10:10 p.m. mountain time and 12:10 a.m. eastern standard time, with optimal visibility in central and eastern Canada. Celestial events enthusiasts are encouraged to observe the phenomena during this timeframe.
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