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Airdrie and the surrounding areas are under a snowfall warning as southern Alberta prepares for a significant winter storm.

According to Environment Canada, snow will begin early Friday morning and spread northward, bringing a long period of heavy snowfall.

The area could see 5 to 10 cm of snow by Saturday morning, with heavier snow arriving early Saturday. Another 10 to 15 centimetres is expected by Saturday evening, totalling 15 to 25 centimetres by the time the storm eases overnight into Sunday.

The federal government is set to roll out a series of financial relief measures to ease the economic pressures on Canadians, particularly during the holiday season.

These initiatives include a temporary GST/HST break on groceries and holiday essentials from December 14, 2024, to February 15, 2025, and a $250 Working Canadians Rebate, which will be issued in early spring 2025.

GST/HST Bbreeak for holiday essentials and groceries

Winter driving conditions will again be in effect for Airdrie motorists on Thursday as snow continues to fall.

The QEII, both north and southbound, is covered in snow, making driving challenging. Snow-packed surfaces and icy shoulders are reported to contribute to poor visibility. Bridge decks, ramps, and overpasses are also likely to be icy; hence, motorists should give themselves plenty of time to commute today. Roads within Calgary will not be much better, as snow has covered lane markings. 

At 1:55 p.m. today, Albertans will experience a test of the National Public Alerting System as part of a province-wide Alberta Emergency Alert drill.

The test will be broadcast across various channels, including television, radio, wireless devices, websites, social media platforms, and the Alberta Emergency Alert mobile app. Compatible cell phones will also receive the alert directly.  

A previous fog advisory for Airdrie and the surrounding areas has ended. 

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The advisory was issued just before eight on Wednesday evening and warned of near-zero visibility in some areas.

Drivers were urged to take extra caution, slow down, and use low-beam headlights if they encounter dense fog.

Rocky View County has introduced a new, accessible approach to its proposed 2025 annual budget, which is now available for review.

Presented in multiple, easy-to-navigate documents, the budget clearly breaks down County services, suggested improvements, and new initiatives alongside the proposed base budget. This streamlined format lets residents find the information that matters most to them.

Key figures and tax strategy 

The province has announced a contingency plan to ensure that critical mail continues to be delivered during a service disruption at Canada Post as postal workers began a strike Friday.

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A previous fog advisory that was issued for Airdrie and the surrounding areas has ended.

Earlier this morning, Airdrie residents may have experienced a slower Friday morning commute as fog shrouded the city and main roadways.

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One of the year's most highly anticipated horror-drama movies, starring Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson, which was filmed near Airdrie, has released new photo stills.

First look at Lynne Ramsay’s Made in Alberta film ‘DIE, MY LOVE’, starring Robert Pattinson, Jennifer Lawrence and LaKeith Stanfield.

The thriller follows a mother who struggles to maintain her sanity as she battles with psychosis. pic.twitter.com/CNzDvOydgO

On Monday, November 11, Remembrance Day, the Airdrie Royal Canadian Legion’s Remembrance Day Ceremony will be hosted at Genesis Place (800 East Lake Boulevard Northeast).

The ceremony will begin at 10 a.m. and will end at noon, with doors opening at 9 a.m. Following the Genesis Place Ceremony, a brief ceremony will also be held at the city Cenotaph (near the Town and Country Centre).

What are other towns doing to commemorate November 11? 

The Town of Crossfield will also host a ceremony at 10:30 a.m. at the Crossfield Community Center.