Beyond Local

Introducing young hockey players to bodychecking at an early age doesn't protect them from injury as they move into older, harder-hitting leagues, new research has concluded.

Ottawa has launched the first phase of its plan to offer interest-free loans to Canadians planning upgrades that will have a significant impact in reducing their home’s environmental footprint.

"I’m just hoping and praying that we get some help,” said Mark Critch, president of the Alberta School Bus Contractor's Association.

An economics professor says Edmonton should be happy it was not selected to host games for the 2026 FIFA World Cup because the cost would have exceeded the economic benefits.

Brian Jean hopes residents want a rural-minded leader with global goals as UCP leadership race kicks of with eight candidates.

Rogers Communications Inc. will sell Freedom Mobile Inc. to Quebecor Inc. for $2.85 billion in a deal it hopes will appease federal regulators opposed to its proposed takeover of Shaw Communications Inc.

Survey shows favourite destinations as Canadians get back to travel planning.

Public Interest Alberta and Friends of Medicare recognize World Elder Abuse Awareness Day by calling for independent seniors advocate.

Therapy horses were brought to the Taber Hospital Centre for Seniors' Week.

A long-time sailor from Alberta has made his first start as skipper in the Newport Bermuda Race, the largest and oldest ocean race in North America.