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Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe wrapped three days of meetings with his fellow premiers and Prime Minister Mark Carney Wednesday with a message he admitted he wouldn't have sent over the past decade.

"We can be proud of the work our federal government is doing, in fairness," Moe said.

Moe has been one of the federal Liberal government's most vocal critics in recent years — and criticism of Ottawa is usually guaranteed when provincial leaders gather.

RCMP in Cochrane renewed their appeal for public assistance as they continued to search for a missing woman and her young daughter on Wednesday evening.

As of Thursday morning, the pair were reported to be located safe in British Columbia. 

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Rocky View County (RVC) is celebrating a major milestone in its decades-long partnership with STARS Air Ambulance, surpassing $1 million in total contributions—a feat that cements the County's status as a provincial leader in supporting emergency medical care.

The milestone was marked during today's annual Residents’ Day with the unveiling of its logo on the cowling of a STARS H145 helicopter—the most prestigious donor recognition placement on the fleet.

Manitoba is continuing to work on growing the agri-food sector. 

Agriculture Minister Ron Kostyshyn announced over $6 million in funding from the province and the federal government to increase food processing opportunities.

The announcement was made at Maple Leaf Foods in Brandon, one of the recipients of the funding. 

Maple Leaf's President of Pork Operations Dennis Organ says the investment will help modernize the Brandon pork facility with state-of-the-art equipment, improving reliability, efficiency and production quality. 

Surfers from across Alberta and beyond will gather in Kananaskis Country next month for the return of the Mountain Wave Classic, a unique river surfing competition set against the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains.

Now in its 15th year, the event runs August 23 and 24 at Canoe Meadows on the Kananaskis River, about 40 minutes west of Cochrane.

Organized by the Alberta River Surfing Association, the competition showcases athletes riding a semi-natural standing wave created specifically for river surfing.

Mayoral candidate Morgan Nagel says it’s time for change at Cochrane town hall, believing town council lost its way during the last term.

Ahead of his formal campaign launch on Labour Day weekend, Nagel has begun connecting with residents to discuss his top three priorities.

In addition to improving governance, he says the next four to eight years will be critical to preserving Cochrane’s identity and preventing it from being absorbed by Calgary.

As temperatures climb across Alberta, many families are turning to open windows and balconies to cool their homes, but health officials are warning that this can pose a serious safety risk for young children.

According to Alberta Health Services, toddlers and preschoolers are particularly vulnerable, as they often learn to climb before they walk.

New Beef Cattle Research Council chair at the U of M to focus on best environmental practices and economic viability

A new beef-focused research chair will soon begin work at the University of Manitoba.

The 10-year role has been named the BCRC Chair in Beef Cattle Economic Sustainability.

“I believe this is the fourth chair position that we’ve developed,” said Craig Lehr, chair of the BCRC’s producer council.

Now that the British government has vowed to lower its voting age to 16 by the next general election, one Canadian senator says it's past time for Canada to do the same.

The U.K. announced last week that it would lower its voting age from 18 to 16 in a bid to strengthen British democracy and restore trust in politics.

Sen. Marilou McPhedran said the issue has been her "top parliamentary priority" since she joined the Red Chamber. She said lowering the voting age to 16 would be good for democracy and that the only arguments against it are "based on stereotypes."

Rocky View County is inviting residents to come together for a day of fun, connection, and community spirit at this year’s Resident’s Day, happening today, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at County Hall.

The free, family-friendly event promises something for everyone, including a petting zoo, bouncy houses, live music, local market vendors, and delicious food.

One of the day’s highlights will be a helicopter landing by STARS Air Ambulance, offering a rare up-close look at the life-saving aircraft.