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The Canadian Federation of Agriculture has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the National Circle for Indigenous Agriculture & Food.

The agreement is designed to build stronger collaboration between Indigenous and non-Indigenous agricultural producers.

Keith Currie, President of the Canadian Federation of Agriculture says by working together, we can amplify Indigenous voices, support agricultural entrepreneurs, and promote food production in ways that benefit all Canadians.

The provincial government recently announced two conservation programs: the Private Land Conservation Program and Ecosystems Grant Program 

The government of Alberta is investing $10 million to improve private land conservation, with the launch of two new and improved programs.

The enhanced Private Land Conservation Program and the new Ecosystems Grant Program will enable better protection of natural areas across the province, while allowing landowners to use their land for farming and ranching, the province has said.

A $3.3 million investment from the provincial government will be used to support affordable housing in Okotoks.  

Funding through the Affordable Housing Partnership Program (AHPP) will be allocated for the construction of a 40-unit apartment building in the D’Arcy neighbourhood for AISH recipients and those with modest incomes.  

An Ontario judge is delivering her ruling in the sexual assault trial for five former members of Canada's world junior hockey team.

Content warning: This live blog includes graphic descriptions of sexual acts and explicit testimony from a court proceeding that some readers may find disturbing or triggering. Reader discretion is advised.

An affordable housing investment from the federal and Alberta governments is providing millions for affordable housing in Okotoks.

The $203 million investment was announced earlier this month, with the funding to support 25 affordable housing projects across Alberta through Alberta's Affordable Housing Partnership Program.

Over 2,300 affordable housing units are expected to be built as a result.

It includes $3.3 million for Westwinds Communities for housing units in Okotoks.

The second annual High River Stampede Breakfast was so popular last year that they've expanded and moved into George Lane Memorial Park.

The all-day event runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. this year, and there are a lot more things to do, see and eat.

It also lines up with the Battle of the Foothills chuckwagon races that are running at the High River Ag grounds this weekend.

Presented by Centered on Wellness and 99.7 Sun Country, the Stampede Breakfast is free, and you can even enter a pancake-eating contest.

A road in Foothills County sustained damage as a result of recent excessive rainfall.

Due to the damage, crews will be repairing Plummers Road, between 288 Street West and 306 Street West, but road access will remain open.

While the road will be open while the work is completed, it will be reduced to single-lane traffic for approximately the next two weeks.

There are signs in place, but Foothills County is recommending that people detour around the area if possible.

If you are driving through the area, use caution and expect minor delays.

Members of Diamond Valley Fire Rescue (DVFR) are running training scenarios in a soon-to-be-demolished house.  

A resident has allowed DVFR to use the building for training throughout the summer, before it’s demolished. 

Wednesday night’s training focused on simulated fire attack, in addition to search and rescue drills.   

Alberta Health Services (AHS) has ordered the closure of Saskatoon Farm's food facilities and is investigating more than 80 reports of illness and two hospitalizations potentially linked to the business.

The investigation began after AHS received several reports of illness from individuals who ate at Saskatoon Farm on July 15 and 16.

An inspector collected samples from the food preparation areas and water system for testing on July 19. Saskatoon Farm has stated it is cooperating with the investigation.