A journalist who worked on the TV series the Fifth Estate is taking over from Preston Manning for the national citizen-led inquiry into the federal government’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Trish Wood steps in for Manning who was hired by the Alberta government to review Alberta’s response of the pandemic. Wood says the country is […]Read More
There have been ample discussions about the Covid pandemic and the actions that were taken by the Canadian and provincial governments. Today we speak with Nadine Wilson, MLA for Saskatchewan Rivers, who has launched a petition for a commission of inquiry into the Saskatchewan government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More
A short-lived protest outside of the RCMP detachment in Fort MacLeod ended in victory on Thursday evening. More than 200 protesters gathered to demand the release of freedom activist Alex Van Herk. He was released shortly after the Crown withdrew a condition that he refused to sign. According to Van Herk, ‘S.W.AT. team officers’ arrived […]Read More
A group focused on due process of law is working to educate and empower individuals who have been ticketed or charged due to protesting COVID mandates, to self-represent. The organization, Stand4Thee says there is a stark difference between two pieces of legislation, The Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and The Bill of Rights.Read More
Starting today, vaccinated travellers won’t need a COVID-19 test to come into the country. An official with AMA Travel says that with it being spring break, a lot of people are away already, and the change just helps alleviate travel headaches. “I think what it does is it allows people, it kind of gives them […]Read More
Canadians can expect to fork out more money as the federal carbon tax went into effect today, increasing about 11 cents per litre at the pumps. However, Albertans will feel a little bit of relief as the province scrapped the provincial gas tax-saving us about 13 cents a litre. Franco Terrazzano with the Canadian Taxpayers […]Read More
Calgary Pastor Artur Pawlowski has been released from prison but remains on house arrest following criminal charges stemming from months ago. Angela Stewart caught up with the pastor after days of being incarcerated. Read More
The federal government hopes to cut greenhouse gas emissions by more than half in the next eight years with a target of reaching net-zero emissions by 2050. BCN’s Angela Stewart hears from an author who says everyone has to be on board for the plan to be successful in the end.Read More
The 11th annual Coaldale Family Fun Run gets underway next month. This year’s event will be held both in person and virtually. An official with the event says two dollars from each entry will be going to Rehobath Christian Ministries that supports people with disabilities. “We thought that was a worthy cause. They are also […]Read More
The CP Rail strike that took place earlier this week, although short, could’ve had major impacts affecting many areas including the supply chain. Tory Campbell Reeve for Lethbridge County says with there being so much uncertainty right now, adding any more disruption to the supply chain could’ve been devastating. “I think just given the fact […]Read More
A Calgary woman is speaking out against Ottawa’s travel mandates after her father experienced major car troubles while driving across the country to attend his mother’s funeral. During her father’s 36- hour long drive to Ontario, Zoe VanSickle says his vehicle suffered car troubles, forcing him to wait hours for a tow in the freezing […]Read More
Students at the Lethbridge Collegiate Institute Arts Academy of Dance are making a comeback this year with a new show set to be performed next week at the Yates Memorial Theatre. As Angela Stewart explains, the students are excited to perform live once again after COVID-19 forced last year’s performance to be virtual. Read More
The city has begun easing some COVID-19 restrictions for city staff. Employees will now no longer be required to show proof of vaccination, face masks will be optional and those who have been working from home and are able to return to work. Jason Elliot with the city, however, explains there are still some employees […]Read More
Now that many COVID-19 restrictions have been dropped, including face mask-wearing, this could have people worrying about contracting the virus quicker, especially those who are immunocompromised. An Infectious Disease Physician says those who have immune issues are losing half of their protection, especially with people around them who won’t be wearing masks anymore. “Many of […]Read More
Actress Evangeline Lilly calls on PM Trudeau to make unifying Canadians his priority right now. She seems to be asking him to employ the most Canadian of all virtues: diplomacy, negotiation and compromise – virtues that have kept us peaceful and prosperous for 152 years.Read More
For more than two weeks access to the Coutts border crossing had been blocked as protesters wanted to send a simple message to politicians, drop the COVID-19 mandates. As Angela Stewart explains, the blockade not only affected those who live in the Village of Coutts but also had a big impact on our country economically.Read More
Around 100 seniors in Lethbridge were able to enjoy a nice lunch at the Nord-Bridge Senior Centre celebrating Valentine’s Day. This is the first time the centre has been able to have guests come and enjoy a meal since the pandemic began. Guests also were able to enjoy live music and had the chance to […]Read More
After the Ontario Government filed an injunction to have the $8-million from the Freedom Convoy’s Give Send Go campaign frozen, an Alberta Civil Rights lawyer says he doesn’t believe Canada has jurisdiction over an American company. “It’s my understanding and my opinion without having looked into everything as deeply as maybe necessary where I retained […]Read More
If you are looking to attend an event at the ENMAX Centre you will no longer need to show proof of vaccination, but you will still need to continue to wear a facemask. The only time you will not need to wear one is when you are eating or drinking. This is also the first […]Read More
The province’s decision to end the mask mandate for students in kindergarten to Grade 12 has some parents feeling uneasy about sending their child to school while others say they are happy the mandate has been lifted. BCN’s Angela Stewart has more from some Lethbridge parents. Read More
The City of Lethbridge is following in the footsteps of the province and removing the Restrictions Exemptions Program. That means you will not need to show proof that you are vaccinated to enter or to use any city owned facilities. Mayor Blaine Hyggen says following the province’s decision to lift the restrictions was the best […]Read More
The Alberta government announced on Tuesday that is dropping a number of its COVID-19 mandates. The Restrictions Exemption Program or vaccine passport is being removed. Premier Jason Kenney says restrictions on food and beverage at entertainment venues will be removed as well. Capacity limits have been removed except at large venues. Effective February 14th there […]Read More
The trucker protest continues along the Coutts border crossing but lanes have reopened and the traffic is moving smoothly. BCN Video Journalist Angela Stewart has the latest.Read More
The Freedom Convoy is having an effect on people of all ages, including high school students. On Friday students at Lethbridge Collegiate Institute walked out of classes to hold signs in objection to mandates and restrictions and to show their support for the larger scale protests taking place across our country. Read More
The Alberta NDP is calling on the UCP government to apply for an immediate injunction to put an end to the trucker blockade at the Coutts border crossing. BCN’s Angela Stewart heard from a trucker at the border who says they have no plans to leave anytime soon.Read More
The Mayor of Coutts, Jim Willetts says he wants to see the protest in his area come to a peaceful conclusion. Willett says he knows of a number of residents in the village who are out in full force supporting the Freedom Convoy in Ottawa. Read More
It is not just in Ottawa where people are protesting. Truckers headed to the Coutts border crossing here in Alberta with a slow roll and a powerful message for our politicians. BCN’s Angela Stewart has that story. Read More
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted millions of Canadians. This is especially true when it comes to people’s daily routines. As Angela Stewart reports now literacy is even more vital today as many celebrate and honour Literacy Day.Read More
Supply chain issues are not only affecting food in the grocery stores, but it seems to also be affecting food banks. Officials at the Interfaith Foodbank in Lethbridge say so far they were doing okay with keeping their shelves stocked throughout the Christmas holidays, but now they are running low. Executive Director at Interfaith Danielle […]Read More
Some health care centres around Southern Alberta are in need of help. Milk River, Cardston and Raymond Health Centers are looking for volunteers to work throughout the day. Carmelle Steel with AHS says volunteers are needed to do different roles throughout the centres. If you are interested in volunteering, you can reach out to the AHS. […]Read More
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