Alberta

Alberta Voters Reject Starting the Process of Independence From Canada, Preliminary Results Show

Alberta does not want to become independent from Canada. A referendum on starting the process ended in a “no” vote, according to preliminary results.

At Least 19 Have Life-Threatening Injuries After Deadly Fire at Canadian Military Base

Thirty-nine people are still being treated in hospital after a deadly fire at a military base in Canada on Saturday. At least 19 have life-threatening injuries, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said.

Four Canadian service members killed in fire at Alberta military base, 12 seriously injured

A “serious incident” caused a major fire at a military base in Alberta, Canada, killing four service members and seriously injuring 12, Prime Minister Mark Carney said.

Canada signs deal to build major oil pipeline to Pacific coast

Alberta to vote on whether to remain in Canada on October 19

The Canadian province of Alberta will hold a referendum to determine whether the provincial government should pursue secession from Canada, Premier Danielle Smith said.

At least eight dead in school shooting in British Columbia, Canada

At least eight people have been killed in a school shooting in British Columbia, Canada, CBC reports. Among the dead is a suspected perpetrator. Two more bodies have been found in a nearby home.

Minute of silence in the NHL after fatal Alberta crash that killed three junior hockey players

Three junior hockey players have died after a crash in Alberta, Canada. A moment of silence was held before the NHL game between the Calgary Flames and Toronto Maple Leafs.

Minister resigns in protest against oil policy