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On June 6, 1944, a pivotal moment unfolded as thousands of Canadian soldiers stormed Juno Beach in Normandy, in the heavily German-fortified coast of France. As the world prepares to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy, The War Amps pays homage to the Canadians who made the ultimate sacrifice during the invasion, and the resilience of those who returned home severely wounded, many missing limbs. […]

In February, federal NDP MP Charlie Angus introduced a bill that threatened fines and jail time for Canada’s oil and gas industry if they tried to defend their record on the environment. Canadians were immediately outraged, and the bill was laughed away as being just plain crazy. […]

It doesn’t matter if you live in a remote community in rural Alberta or in downtown Edmonton – when you call 9-1-1, the expectation is that a police officer will arrive to help you. […]

With high inflation and cost of living increases taking a bite out of personal savings, many Canadians are reconsidering what their retirement may look like. […]

March marks the 20th year of Fraud Prevention Month, and Alberta’s government has been a proud supporter and participant every year because we are committed to protecting consumers while also ensuring we are a strong place for businesses to invest. […]

Whether they’re connecting with friends via social media, admiring photos of their grandkids or paying their bills, seniors are taking advantage of online tools to manage their lives. Unfortunately, fraudsters are increasingly targeting them for scams. Here are three ways you can help protect the seniors in your life. […]

Water is one of Alberta’s most precious resources. We all use it, consume it, and rely on it. Most of […]

October 10th marks World Homelessness Day; it’s a day that we draw attention to the needs of homeless individuals, and draw attention to the critical issue that homelessness is. […]

Making these creepy critters together is a great family activity – and they’re sure to scare off all the ghosts and goblins on Halloween. […]

When embarking on the exciting journey of buying a home, one of the most crucial decisions you’ll make is choosing the right mortgage. […]

Ah, Morinville, the bustling metropolis of 10,000 souls where decisions are made that shape the very fabric of our existence. […]

Affordability and access to housing are concerns that are top of mind for Albertans province-wide. The rising cost of living, higher interest rates, and increasing costs of housing are deepening the calls for action to make housing more affordable and accessible in our province. […]

Taxpayers want to be optimistic as Treasury Board President Anita Anand orders ministers to find $15 billion in savings. Only one problem: saving money means something different in Ottawa than in the rest of Canada.  […]

For small business owners who are operating their business out of their home, it is important to assess the level of business insurance coverage that you and your business require. […]