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1+ hour, 41+ min ago (488+ words) Published 5:51 pm Wednesday, December 17, 2025 The Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) says it's been informed that BC Assessment will not be going forward with planned changes to the assessed value of pipelines. The decision not to change the pipeline valuation model comes as "very good news" for municipalities and regional districts, according to TNRD board chair Barbara Roden. Local governments were preparing to have their property tax revenue slashed significantly by the assessment changes, which were proposed to take effect next year. The assessment changes would have amounted to millions of dollars in tax breaks for pipeline companies, which appeared to have successfully lobbied BC Assessment over a nine-year period to update the pipeline cost model to reflect current industry costs " something that hadn't been done since the 1980s. Local governments were informed in September of the proposed change to how BC Assessment…...

4+ hour, 1+ min ago (891+ words) Paula Calderon, CEO of the Canadian Immigrant Women's Association, said it's not easy to gain legal entry to Canada and noted Ottawa has lowered its immigration quotas while focusing more on economic criteria There's no need for a made-in-Alberta immigration policy suggested by Premier Danielle Smith, say some Calgary newcomer advocates. One called Smith's floating of a provincial system with stringent criteria on financial stability and English language fluency "divisive rhetoric" that fuels an anti-immigrant narrative. "It feeds into this anti-immigrant sentiment, that they're a problem and not a solution which has proven to be inaccurate," said Paula Calderon, CEO of the Canadian Immigrant Women's Association. "I just worry about the scrutiny this puts on immigrants, that they're the problem." Earlier this week, Smith told Postmedia she'd like to explore a provincial immigration policy that, like Quebec, has the power…...

4+ hour, 23+ min ago (445+ words) Big tech, retailers and compliance firms are hiring people to "own the narrative. But what do they actually mean by that? Age: Since Once Upon a Time, in a land far, far away. Ooh, I love a good story. My dad used to read us CS Lewis and Roald Dahl books on the sofa, in front of a crackling fire. Never too old though. Im ready, go on! "We play an integral role in driving customer acquisition and long-term growth " Long-term growth? A bit like Jack and the Beanstalk? Fairytales are good too. Sorry, please continue. "Youll uncover and develop powerful stories of cloud adoption " cases where cutting-edge AI, data, security and modern infrastructure solutions delivered a step-change in agility, efficiency and innovation " This is a rubbish story! Actually, its not a story. Plot twist! What is it? A job…...

5+ hour, 27+ min ago (421+ words) Published 2:05 pm Wednesday, December 17, 2025 Robbie Picard, the Alberta-based oil advocate who launched a campaign earlier this month to rename the cancelled Northern Gateway Pipeline, has formally withdrawn the effort after learning the proposed name "Spirit Bear" pipeline is a protected cultural symbol of the Kitasoo Xai'xais Nation. In a statement sent to Black Press Media, Picard said he was unaware of the name's legal and cultural significance when the petition launched. "We have recently been made aware of a public statement from the Kitasoo Xai'xais Nation expressing concern regarding the use of the name "Spirit Bear Pipeline' in our petition to rename the Northern Gateway Pipeline," Picard wrote. "Our campaign was intended to symbolize unity, environmental respect, and Canada's shared natural heritage. However, we now understand that the term "Spirit Bear' is a culturally protected name and a sacred symbol…...

5+ hour, 46+ min ago (211+ words) The Alberta government plans to pilot higher speed limits next year, following public consultation in the fall on modernizing speed limits in the province. An online survey ran between Nov. 7 and Dec. 12 and received 59,400 responses. According to the province, 68 per cent of respondents supported increasing speed limits on rural divided highways from 110 to 120 kilometres an hour. "It's clear that Albertans are ready for modern, common-sense rules that better reflect how our roads are built and how people actually drive," said Transportation and Economic Corridors Minister Devin Dreeshen. "Alberta's divided highways were engineered to safely handle 120 kilometres per hour, and advances in vehicle safety and road design make that even more practical today." The survey also found more than 90 per cent of respondents supported restricting commercial trucks from specific lanes on major highways. Dreeshen said the feedback aligns with concerns raised…...

5+ hour, 46+ min ago (211+ words) The Alberta government plans to pilot higher speed limits next year, following public consultation in the fall on modernizing speed limits in the province. An online survey ran between Nov. 7 and Dec. 12 and received 59,400 responses. According to the province, 68 per cent of respondents supported increasing speed limits on rural divided highways from 110 to 120 kilometres an hour. "It's clear that Albertans are ready for modern, common-sense rules that better reflect how our roads are built and how people actually drive," said Transportation and Economic Corridors Minister Devin Dreeshen. "Alberta's divided highways were engineered to safely handle 120 kilometres per hour, and advances in vehicle safety and road design make that even more practical today." The survey also found more than 90 per cent of respondents supported restricting commercial trucks from specific lanes on major highways. Dreeshen said the feedback aligns with concerns raised…...

7+ hour, 6+ min ago (93+ words) Mandatory Oath to King for New Lawyers Unconstitutional, Alberta Appeals Court Rules Alberta's highest court has determined a provincial mandate requiring aspiring lawyers to swear an oath to the King to be able to practise law is unconstitutional because it violates religious freedom. 67 Percent of Canadians Say Cost of Living in Their Region Is Worst They've Seen Canadian Government Greenlights Teck'Anglo American Merger Ontario Sees 157% Increase in People Starting ADHD Medications What We Know So Far About the Trial of Foster Moms Accused in Ontario Child's Death...

7+ hour, 6+ min ago (340+ words) TORONTO, Dec. 17, 2025 /CNW/ " McMillan LLP today announced the firmwide adoption of Legora, a leading AI platform for legal professionals, marking its continued commitment to innovation" McMillan Unveils Canadian Flagship Partnership with Legora to Enhance Client Service Delivery TORONTO, Dec. 17, 2025 /CNW/ " McMillan LLP today announced the firmwide adoption of Legora, a leading AI platform for legal professionals, marking its continued commitment to innovation, client service, and legal industry leadership. This flagship partnership with Legora will provide every McMillan team member with secured access to an enterprise-wide cutting-edge artificial intelligence platform built for lawyers. "We are proud to partner with Legora as the first national law firm in Canada to implement their platform firmwide," said Bruce Chapple, CEO and Managing Partner of McMillan. "This flagship partnership underscores our commitment to innovation and excellence, positioning us as early adopters of generative AI in…...

7+ hour, 21+ min ago (720+ words) Boxing Canada said, unlike Skate Canada, it won't be boycotting Alberta over the province's trans policies OTTAWA " Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has Canada's national boxing regulator in her corner as she spars with Skate Canada over the province's policy on trans athletes. Meanwhile, the federal government has thrown its support behind the Skate Canada boycott, which it describes as a battle against discrimination in sports. Christopher Lindsay, executive director of Boxing Canada, said his organization would not be joining the national figure skating body in boycotting Alberta over provincial rules barring male-to-female trans athletes from competing in women's divisions. "Boxing Canada has no plans to stop holding competitions in Alberta," said Lindsay in an email to National Post. Lindsay said he hoped Alberta's approach to navigating gender identity issues in competitive sport was the correct one. "We are hopeful that…...

9+ hour, 26+ min ago (222+ words) CALGARY, AB, Dec. 17, 2025 /CNW/ " SCALE AI, Canada's artificial intelligence (AI) cluster, announced today new investments supporting applied AI projects in Alberta, part of a broad national effort unveiled yesterday by SCALE AI and Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation. In Alberta, SCALE AI is supporting a new applied AI initiative with a total project value of $3 million. This project led by Arcus Power illustrates how organizations in the province are adopting advanced AI technologies to strengthen competitiveness, accelerate innovation, and contribute to Canada's economic growth. More specifically, this project will enable battery operators to optimize charging and discharging based on real-time market signals, grid requirements, and asset health"boosting revenue, reducing wear, and improving overall system performance. The total investments led by SCALE AI in Alberta now exceed $25 million, supporting 7 AI projects since the program's launch in…...