Airdrie

Canadians are now facing updated travel advisories to the world's two largest economies, after Ottawa warned travellers who stay in the United States for more than 30 days to make sure they register as required.

The advisory for the United States follows another update for travel to China, where Canadians with dual citizenship have been warned to use Canadian credentials when presenting to Chinese authorities.

The leaders vying to become Canada's next prime minister are officially kicking off their campaigns today, vowing to strengthen Canada's economy and stand up to U.S. President Donald Trump.

Liberal Leader Mark Carney has confirmed a federal election will be called on April 28, speaking outside Rideau Hall after requesting Parliament be dissolved.

Carney will be running in the Ottawa riding of Nepean.

The Nepean riding has been held by Liberal MP Chandra Arya for the last decade, but the party recently revoked his nomination.

The Northern lights could light up Alberta’s skies this weekend, with potential visibility from around Airdrie.

Chris Ratzlaff, an Airdrie resident and founder of the Facebook group Alberta Aurora Chasers, posted an update Saturday estimating a 55 per cent chance of full-sky aurora on March 22, with activity possible within a 24-hour window on either side.

A Calgary police officer was taken to hospital with minor injuries after their patrol car was struck by a vehicle driven by a man now facing impaired driving charges.

Police say the officer was conducting a traffic stop at approximately 8:45 p.m. Friday on southbound Stoney Trail S.E. at 88 Street S.E. when their marked vehicle was struck from behind by a white 2015 Dodge Caravan.

Several of Canada's premiers called for the elimination of interprovincial trade barriers on Friday ahead of a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney.

Carney was meeting with premiers at the Canadian War Museum Friday afternoon to discuss the federal government's response to Chinese and U.S. tariffs.

Speaking to reporters before the meeting, Ontario Premier Doug Ford said "we need a united Canada."

Officials in Alberta and British Columbia are echoing a special public avalanche warning first issued by Avalanche Canada earlier this week as unstable snowpack and warming weather continue to create dangerous conditions across the central Rockies.

Albertans reported needing an average of $928,179 to achieve financial independence, according to RBC’s 2025 Financial Independence Poll — well above the national average of $846,437 and the second-highest estimate in the country.

Only respondents in Saskatchewan and Manitoba reported a higher figure, at $958,535. In Ontario, the average was $916,714; in Quebec, it was $616,954.

Airdrie is gearing up for the Know Where to Turn Run 2025. Set for Sunday, May 4th, said Elizabeth Wyczynski, Community Relations Specialist at Community Links.

“It’s definitely more than a race. It’s a community gathering, an awareness event, The event offers something for everyone including food vendors, local businesses showcasing their services, face painting for the kids, and appearances by the RCMP and the fire department. We even have live music. It’s really a showcase of our community coming together for an amazing cause.”

Business confidence among Alberta’s small firms has fallen to one of the lowest levels in the country as demand weakens and global trade tensions deepen, according to new survey data from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business.

The province posted a long-term confidence index score of 24.1 in March, trailing only Ontario (23.4) and slightly ahead of Quebec (24.9). The figures come from CFIB’s latest Business Barometer survey, conducted March 5 to 7 with 1,065 of its members.