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How much does it cost to charge an electric car?

How much does it cost to charge an electric car?

Canva One of the biggest reasons to buy an electric vehicle (EV) or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) is the cost advantage of electricity versus gasoline. No matter where you live, electricity will be less expensive to use than gasoline.
Emergency visa applications for Ukrainians fleeing war to end today

Emergency visa applications for Ukrainians fleeing war to end today

OTTAWA — Canada is expected to close applications for temporary emergency visas offered to Ukrainians fleeing Russian aggression today — but hasn't announced whether it plans to offer long-term refuge.
Another smokey weekend forecast for Alberta

Another smokey weekend forecast for Alberta

Smoke from wildfires is forecasted to blanket the province this weekend. Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) issued a special air quality alert for most of Alberta on Friday.
Pound Rescue holding adopt-a-thon tomorrow

Pound Rescue holding adopt-a-thon tomorrow

Visit with some cute puppies (like there are any other kind) at an adoption event at No Frills in Okotoks.
In a class of her own

In a class of her own

Only Shailyn Callihoo in Swan Hills School’s Class of 2023
Blue-green algae advisory issued for Nakamun Lake

Blue-green algae advisory issued for Nakamun Lake

Advisories also in effect for Thunder Lake and Lac Ste. Anne
Car seized and 15-day license suspension granted in speeding case

Car seized and 15-day license suspension granted in speeding case

A motorist pulled over in Southern Alberta for excessive speed is also suspected of being "extremely intoxicated".
Live musical performances in Carstairs to benefit those impacted by tornado

Live musical performances in Carstairs to benefit those impacted by tornado

Dustin Farr is headlining the Mountain View Tornado Benefit Concert on July 29 at the Carstairs Memorial Arena.
WATCH: Humongous $200M superyacht docks in Vancouver

WATCH: Humongous $200M superyacht docks in Vancouver

Superyachts are known to frequent the waters off B.C., and a recent arrival in Vancouver is drawing attention.
Work resumes at British Columbia ports after 13-day strike

Work resumes at British Columbia ports after 13-day strike

VANCOUVER — British Columbia port workers are back on the job after a tentative agreement was reached between the employers association and the workers union, ending a 13-day-old strike. A B.C.
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