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Despite an announced 30-day pause on tariffs imposed by the United States, the City of Calgary is exploring potential impacts the levies and retaliatory measures could have on operations. According to city administration, impacts related to price fluctuations, changes to product availability and potential supply chain delays are all anticipated if tariffs are imposed next month.“We remain resilient and are prepared to address challenges that may arise from U.S. tariffs and any reciprocal tariffs that Canada may implement,” the city said in a statement to Global News. “We will continue to extend projections as more information becomes available.”Calgary Mayor Jyoti…

For the first time this winter, freezing temperatures have prompted the City of Kelowna to move into a Level 2 cold weather protocol as of Monday. “With a Level 2, that is when we reach between -10 C and -19 C. That is when we open up new options for individuals living outdoors,” said Ali Westlund, the outdoor sheltering coordinator for the City of Kelowna.The city activated a warming tent set up at the rail trail, as well as warming buses stationed throughout Kelowna.“We can have up to 50 individuals in that tent a night. First night out we had…

The Aga Khan, who became the spiritual leader of the world’s millions of Ismaili Muslims at age 20 as a Harvard undergraduate and poured a material empire built on billions of dollars in tithes into building homes, hospitals and schools in developing countries, has died. He was 88. His Aga Khan Development Network and the Ismaili religious community announced that His Highness Prince Karim Al-Hussaini, the Aga Khan IV and 49th hereditary imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims, died Tuesday in Portugal surrounded by his family.His successor was designated in his will, which will be read in the presence of his…

By Meghan Cobb Global News Posted February 4, 2025 7:56 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size The recent stretch of frigid temperatures hitting Alberta is making it difficult for not only people to stay warm, but animals as well. “We have had non-stop calls,” says Erin Deems, executive director of Saving Grace Animal Rescue. “We’ve been on the road all day, every day … and it’s not slowing down.” Saving Grace Animal Rescue took in 38 animals within 48 hours because of cold weather. Courtesy: Saving Grace Animal Rescue The rescue, based in Alix,…

As U.S. President Donald Trump continues to hold out the threat of steep tariffs on Canadian imports, the federal trade minister is citing a new deal with Ecuador as proof that its trade diversification strategy is working Mary Ng told The Canadian Press the free-trade agreement with Ecuador, the sixth-largest economy in South America, is the 16th such deal signed since the government launched its trade diversification push eight years ago.A lot of the existing trade with Ecuador is agricultural, with the South American nation sending Canada bananas, cocoa beans and seafood, while Canada sends wheat, cereal and lentils.Statistics Canada…

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted February 4, 2025 5:49 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Public Safety Minister David McGuinty says there is no plan to send Canadian soldiers to the Canada-U.S. border. In a bid to head off crippling tariffs threatened by U.S. President Donald Trump, Canada has committed to tasking 10,000 frontline personnel with protecting the border.Speaking with The Canadian Press today, McGuinty says that number could encompass a broad range of officials, including border officers on the front lines and intelligence officers behind the scenes. Get breaking National news For…

For Saskatchewan artist Shawn Cuthand, uplifting Indigenous voices is a calling. Cuthand is a nehiyaw (Cree) and Kanien’kehá:ka (Mohawk) writer, comedian, producer, actor and director.This week he begins his time as the University of Saskatchewan’s Indigenous storyteller-in-residence.“I would just like to encourage students that if they want to get into the entertainment business that it actually is possible to do in Saskatchewan.,” Cuthand said.During the next 12 weeks, Cuthand will be sharing his experience and expertise with students while balancing his comedy and continuing his work with the satirical newsgroup, ‘The Feather News.’“With us in The Feather News, we actually…

Calgary’s mayor has extended an invitation to provincial officials for a walking tour of the proposed alignment for the Green Line LRT through the downtown core. In a letter sent to Premier Danielle Smith and Transportation Minister Devin Dreeshen, Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek said there “appears to be a gap in communication” between the provincial government and businesses along the alignment.A walking tour would “bridge this communication gap and foster a mutual understanding of the project’s impact and benefits,” according to Gondek in her letter.“This will be an opportunity to see the alignment firsthand, discuss the project details, and engage…

Dogs have been around for thousands of years. But heading into the future, the furry canine might not have much fur at all as its robot counterpart continues to evolve. A recently purchased state-of-the-art robotic dog is changing education at Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Digital Integration Centre of Excellence (DICE).The dog, known as Strider, can roll over, fetch (with the help of a robotic arm) and navigate hazardous terrain. Strider can also perform tasks such as inspections, surveillance, mapping and security.DICE will use the dog for applied research and fee-for-service projects, providing “valuable support to Saskatchewan’s agriculture, energy, mining and other industries,” according…

By The Staff The Canadian Press Posted February 4, 2025 4:28 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Halifax’s water utility has issued a preliminary report on the cause of last month’s boil water advisory that affected more than 200,000 people. In a report released today, Halifax Water says a power outage on Jan. 20 blew fuses to the water pumps at its Pockwock plant, even though the facility’s backup generator was functional. Get daily National news Get the day’s top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day.…