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Ex-MP Behind Canada's Sports Betting Legalization Rues 'Deplorable' Early Results
6+ day, 16+ hour ago (521+ words) Former New Democratic Party member of Parliament Brian Masse, a key voice behind the legalization of sports betting in Ontario, called the current market "sad" and "deplorable." Masse suggested regulation remain under the control of the Ontario Lottery and Gaming…...
Alberta's New Sports Betting, i Gaming Rules Show Lessons Learned from Ontario
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (911+ words) Being second isn't necessarily a bad thing. Alberta plans to launch a competitive regulated online gambling market later this year and could use Ontario's experience to avoid early mistakes. New rules require operators to stop all unregulated activity immediately and…...
Is Alberta ready for wildfire season? Assessing the risk for what's ahead
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (200+ words) It may be hard to believe, but wildfire season is already upon us in Alberta. It officially kicks off March 1 every year in Alberta. So, let's take a look at what that means, and what we might be able to…...
Canada's wildfire paradox: fewer fires, greater destruction highlighted in new analysis
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (830+ words) Canada's wildfire seasons are growing longer, larger and more destructive, according to a six-decade analysis of fire records by the federal government's Canadian Forest Service. The study shows the trend isn't being driven by more frequent fires but by a…...
Calgary Stampede: What the 'Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth' says about the economy
9+ mon, 1+ week ago (949+ words) The purple'toasted cob of corn shines under the afternoon sun as 25-year-old Allison Zhou lifts it up to show her friends on the opening day of the Calgary Stampede. It's ube-flavoured and covered in white and black sesame seeds. The…...
Canada's new NDP leader says party must have 'hard conversations' over energy policy
2+ week, 1+ day ago (713+ words) The newly-appointed leader of Canada's left-leaning New Democratic Party (NDP) Avi Lewis has said "hard conversations are necessary" after he was criticised by some for his stance against new oil and gas development. Lewis won the party's leadership on Sunday…...
Alberta separatists say looming Carney majority helps their cause
4+ day, 12+ hour ago (439+ words) CALGARY, April 9 (Reuters) - Separatists in Alberta say recent developments that have put Prime Minister Mark Carney on the verge of a parliamentary majority are boosting their cause as they "seek to gather public support to force a vote on independence…...
Sip, Savor & Save the Wildlife" this weekend with local wildlife lodge
2+ week, 10+ hour ago (207+ words) SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) " If you're looking for something to do this weekend, a local wildlife lodge and clinic is hosting a "Sip, Savor & Save the Wildlife" event! Amanda Hase and Gretchen Gondek came into the KCAU 9 studio to talk…...
This hidden Clovis museum has motorcycles from around the world
2+ week, 5+ day ago (20+ words) Yahoo This hidden Clovis museum has motorcycles from around the world...
Reptile expo brings out exotic animal enthusiasts of all ages
6+ mon, 1+ week ago (563+ words) For Sarah Boyd, having snakes in the house was nothing out of the ordinary or to be afraid of when she was growing up. "I always had pythons growing up," Sarah said. "They're just so different, and everyone is so…...