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Tackling tourism, housing — while protecting environment — at heart of Banff community plan discussions

Residents have raised concerns on rising tourism, impacts on the environment, and a possible reopening of the Canada National Parks Act as reasons to slow the Banff Community Plan process before approving.

Alberta startup to test saltwater battery on Medicine Hat's electrical grid

An Edmonton-based startup is getting its first chance to test battery technology the City of Medicine Hat hopes will provide an alternative to expensive electrical grid upgrades.

Brave new woof: Robot dog turning heads at Red Deer Polytechnic

The associate vice-president of applied research at Red Deer Polytechnic, said for her, the real excitement comes from the tougher jobs the robot can take on, like heading into mines to test for toxic air.  

Who gets the bigger bedroom? High housing costs have turned some divorced couples into roommates

A divorced couple living together after separating may sound like the makings of a rom-com, but for some who are just looking to make ends meet, it’s a very awkward reality. Thanks to the high cost of housing, it’s difficult for some to contemplate paying rent solo, or buying a new home.

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