Airdrie

Airdrie-East MLA Angela Pitt says her office has heard from local residents concerned about a rising gopher infestation, as Alberta calls on Ottawa to reinstate strychnine for ground squirrel control.

A reminder to be monitoring water sources on a regular basis right now.

With temperatures increasing across the prairies livestock producers should be on the lookout for blue-green algae in dugouts, lakes, and reservoirs. 

Blue-green algae are naturally occurring bacteria that can be present in water bodies and commonly occur during calm, hot weather in water bodies with shallow, slow-moving, or still water that has sufficient nutrients. 

The proposed merger between Bunge and Viterra was finalized on July 2nd.  

According to the company's website, the new company marks the creation of a premier global agribusiness solutions company for food, feed and fuel. 

Bunge’s Chief Executive Officer Greg Heckman says it’s a defining moment for our company and our global team as we complete this transformative business combination.

After basking in 27°C sunshine on Canada Day, Airdrie residents heading south for the Calgary Stampede Parade this Friday can expect slightly cooler conditions—but still plenty of sun to kick off the festivities.

Environment and Climate Change Canada is calling for a high of 22°C and sunny skies in Calgary on July 4, with a UV index of 8, rated "very high." It’s a near-perfect setup for parade watchers, though anyone staking out a sidewalk spot should bring sun protection.

Airdrie city council has unanimously passed a notice of motion directing staff to develop a formal policy establishing minimum standards for inclusive and accessible playground design.

The motion, co-sponsored by councillors Heather Spearman and Tina Petrow, states that a “consistent, citywide approach to inclusive and accessible playground design would support equity, reduce barriers and align with best practices”

The motion noted that it would apply to all newly constructed and redeveloped playgrounds.

Airports were returning to normal operations Thursday after Canada's air traffic control service said some received bomb threats early in the morning.

Nav Canada said the early morning threats affected airports in Ottawa, Montreal, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Calgary and Vancouver.

RCMP in Richmond, B.C., said they received a report of a threat at the Vancouver airport's Nav Canada control tower around 2 a.m. local time. The tower was evacuated and no threats were found after a search, the force said in a press release.

The Airdrie Pro Rodeo brought big crowds, wild rides and community spirit for another year of Canada Day celebrations.

Festivities started on June 27 and ran through Canada Day, shared Jordan Allison, Rodeo President.

"The first two nights, we just had the cabaret (and junior rodeo on Saturday), the weather wasn't super awesome those nights. We had rain on and off. But once Sunday hit, the weather turned beautiful."

He believes Sunday was the largest crowd the rodeo has ever seen.

The Transpod Hyperloop Project, which would transport Albertans from Calgary to Edmonton in 45 minutes, is currently at a standstill.

Sebastien Gendron, TransPod’s CEO and co-founder, says the delay is linked to Alberta’s ongoing work on its Passenger Rail Master Plan.

"When Danielle Smith took office, she launched an initiative to define the transportation strategy for the province, and then she told us to put everything on hold until the government has a better picture or understanding of what they want to do."

Now that summer is officially here for students, Rocky View Schools (RVS) would like to remind Airdronians of several summer programs available through their free Mental Health Capacity Building (MHCB) initiative.

"From creative activities to outdoor adventures, our programs are designed to be inclusive, engaging and enriching for all families in our communities," shared RVS.

According to RVS, these are the programs in Airdrie that you need to register for:

A new law meant to protect supply management might not be enough to shield the system in trade talks with a Trump administration bent on eliminating it, trade experts say.

"It's certainly more difficult to strike a deal with the United States now with the passage of this bill that basically forces Canada to negotiate with one hand tied behind its back," said William Pellerin, a trade lawyer and partner at the firm McMillan LLP.