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Calgary News Today is your daily two-minute briefing on everything happening in Calgary and across Southern Alberta. Get fast, reliable updates on breaking local news, Alberta government decisions, crime and public safety, weather, traffic and transit, housing and real estate, business, jobs, energy, and the local economy.Powered by AI and voiced by Corey Cambridge, creator of The Daily News Now, Calgary News Today delivers clear, factual headlines built for busy listeners who want to stay informed without the noise.Stay informed with Calgary News Today, part of the global Daily News Now network.DNN | The Daily News Now!The world’s first global local news network.Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Fastcast Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai

  1. 17M AGO

    Alberta Referendum: Vote on Immigration, Constitutional Changes

    Alberta Premier Danielle Smith unveils a referendum on October nineteenth, proposing changes to immigration policies that could limit provincial services to citizens, permanent residents, and those with Alberta-approved status. The referendum also includes constitutional questions, such as letting provinces pick judges, scrapping the federal Senate, and protecting provincial rights from Ottawa. Smith blames federal immigration policies and former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for the strain on resources, while the opposition criticizes the referendum as a distraction from local issues. Smith assures no significant service cuts, focusing on tighter spending and growing the Heritage Savings Trust Fund. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai

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  2. 23M AGO

    Alberta Premier Proposes Immigration Referendum

    Alberta Premier Danielle Smith unveils plans for referenda this fall, focusing on immigration issues rather than separation from Canada. She highlights the provinces economic growth, attributed to a new energy deal, data center projects, Trans Mountain pipeline expansion, and a Dow Chemicals facility. Smith addresses budget challenges due to lower oil prices, emphasizing the need for diversification. She criticizes federal immigration policies under Trudeau, blaming them for a significant population increase, which has strained public services. The referendum, shaped by public input, will ask about provincial control over immigration, limiting public services to citizens and permanent residents, and mandating a citizenship declaration for provincial elections. The opposition NDP and Public Interest Alberta criticize the move, while Albertans prepare for the debate. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai

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  3. 54M AGO

    Man with MS Loses Home Care, Friend Steps In

    Philip Ash, a Calgary resident with advanced multiple sclerosis, experienced a sudden reduction in his daily home care visits from CBI Health, leaving him vulnerable and dependent on a friend for support. After a meeting with CBI, his four daily visits were reinstated, but with new caregivers unfamiliar with his routines. Philip and his friend Scott express concern about the disruptions and potential impact on his independence. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai

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  4. 54M AGO

    Smith's Immigration Speech Amid Separation Talk

    Smith's Immigration Speech Amid Separation Talk

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  5. 1H AGO

    Stolen Memorial Plaques: Copper Theft's Dark Side

    Calgarys Brentwood neighborhood mourns the disappearance of a memorial plaque honoring five students killed in a house party stabbing in 2014. This theft is part of a growing trend of stolen bronze plaques, with at least 28 cases reported since 2020. The plaques, often targeting historic sites and community leaders, are stolen for their copper content, fueling addictions. Thefts peak in spring and summer, causing deep emotional pain for families and communities. Efforts to deter thieves include using stone or cheap metals, strengthening bolts, and posting signs. Communities are urged to stay vigilant. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai

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  6. 1H AGO

    Tsuut'ina Nation Gets $3M for New Police Detachment

    The Tsuut’ina First Nation receives $3 million from Alberta and federal governments for a new satellite police detachment, reducing response times and enhancing law enforcement presence in the region, particularly in Redwood Meadows townsite. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai

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  7. 1H AGO

    Police Shoot Man on Roof in Okotoks Standoff

    Police respond to hostage situation in Okotoks, Alberta, where a man armed with a knife and shovel is perched on a roof. After a tense standoff, officers use a conducted energy weapon and fire their guns, injuring the man. Hes later arrested on weapons charges, and an investigation into the police actions is underway. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai

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  8. 1H AGO

    Smith Addresses Immigration Concerns

    Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to address immigration concerns in a province-wide TV speech tonight, following controversy over her top staffers comments on mass immigration. Smith defended her staffer but emphasized the importance of welcoming immigrants with good-paying jobs. Experts criticize the comments, highlighting the benefits of diversity and innovation in multicultural cities. Economists agree on recent immigration cuts but argue against valuing immigrants based on culture over skills and earnings. Tune in tonight at 6:45 p.m. MT on Global Television for Smiths full address. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai

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Calgary News Today is your daily two-minute briefing on everything happening in Calgary and across Southern Alberta. Get fast, reliable updates on breaking local news, Alberta government decisions, crime and public safety, weather, traffic and transit, housing and real estate, business, jobs, energy, and the local economy.Powered by AI and voiced by Corey Cambridge, creator of The Daily News Now, Calgary News Today delivers clear, factual headlines built for busy listeners who want to stay informed without the noise.Stay informed with Calgary News Today, part of the global Daily News Now network.DNN | The Daily News Now!The world’s first global local news network.Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Fastcast Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai

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