Athabasca Advocate
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An award-winning community newspaper serving Athabasca, Boyle & area in Alberta.
BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta's Smith calls on Carney to speed up major project approvals
Alberta's Smith calls on Carney to speed up major project approvals
Prime Minister Mark Carney's Major Projects Office, established last year, currently aims to complete regulatory reviews within two years.
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January 9, 2026 at 10:30 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta's Smith calls on Carney to speed up major project approvals
BEYOND LOCAL: Insurers taking losses due to Alberta auto rate cap: Insurance Bureau of Canada
Insurers taking losses due to Alberta auto rate cap: Insurance Bureau of Canada
The report says a substantial majority of Alberta auto insurers were unprofitable that year, with private passenger automobile insurance taking the biggest hit.
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January 9, 2026 at 9:49 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Insurers taking losses due to Alberta auto rate cap: Insurance Bureau of Canada
NEWS: Community brightens holidays for 250 through FCSS program
Community brightens holidays for 250 through FCSS program
More than 250 residents received support this Christmas through the FCSS Christmas Spirit Program, thanks to donations from local organizations, businesses and individuals.
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January 9, 2026 at 9:36 PM
NEWS: Community brightens holidays for 250 through FCSS program
BEYOND LOCAL: Schools in Lac La Biche put in 'hold and secure' while RCMP conduct operation, arrest robbery suspect
Schools in Lac La Biche put in 'hold and secure' while RCMP conduct operation, arrest robbery suspect
RCMP arrested a 44-year-old man from Fort McMurray who they say is connected to a vehicle theft that took place on Dec. 24 in a rural area in the Lac La Biche region.
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January 9, 2026 at 8:02 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Schools in Lac La Biche put in 'hold and secure' while RCMP conduct operation, arrest robbery suspect
BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta RCMP participate in Sirens for Life campaign
Alberta RCMP participate in Sirens for Life campaign
Sirens for Life runs until the end of January and encourages teams of first responders, public safety, and military personnel to give blood.
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January 9, 2026 at 6:36 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta RCMP participate in Sirens for Life campaign
BEYOND LOCAL: The past and potential of Venezuela's oil sector, and what it means for Canada
The past and potential of Venezuela's oil sector, and what it means for Canada
Trump has said he thinks Venezuela’s decimated oil industry could be rebuilt in less than 18 months with U.S. support.
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January 9, 2026 at 5:56 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: The past and potential of Venezuela's oil sector, and what it means for Canada
NEWS: Athabasca raises water rates for 2026
Athabasca raises water rates for 2026
Price increase due to increased costs from supplier, as well as need for critical maintenance
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January 9, 2026 at 5:19 PM
NEWS: Athabasca raises water rates for 2026
COOL WINTER GUIDE: This Awesome Winter Music Festival In Medicine Hat Is Worth Road Tripping For #CoolWinterGuide #AdvertisingFeature #AlbertaTravel
This Awesome Winter Music Festival In Medicine Hat Is Worth Road Tripping For
COOL WINTER GUIDE: Ready to shake off the winter blahs in the coolest way possible? This one-of-a-kind winter music festival transforms an old industrial landmark into a warm, toe-tapping celebration of folk, community, and Alberta talent. Trust us, you’ve never experienced live music like this.
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January 9, 2026 at 1:35 PM
COOL WINTER GUIDE: This Awesome Winter Music Festival In Medicine Hat Is Worth Road Tripping For #CoolWinterGuide #AdvertisingFeature #AlbertaTravel
NEWS: Reducing the risks of sidewalk ice melt for pets
Reducing the risks of sidewalk ice melt for pets
The ice melt used to remove ice buildup on sidewalks in the winter often contains toxic or harmful chemicals which can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and excessive drooling if consumed by pets.
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January 9, 2026 at 12:05 AM
NEWS: Reducing the risks of sidewalk ice melt for pets
BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta Humane Society takes trio of roosters in from the cold
Alberta Humane Society takes trio of roosters in from the cold
The roosters, who had been found huddled together in the cold by community peace officers, were brought into the animal shelter on the evening of Jan. 5.
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January 8, 2026 at 11:33 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta Humane Society takes trio of roosters in from the cold
BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta baker top three finalist in Greatest Baker competition
Alberta baker top three finalist in Greatest Baker competition
“It really boils down to the support of your community, no matter where you are, and I feel really fortunate that I have built a community out here in Powell River, as well as back home in Alberta,” said Liz Wik.
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January 8, 2026 at 9:42 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta baker top three finalist in Greatest Baker competition
NEWS: GALLERY: Westlock U7 hockey tournament
GALLERY: Westlock U7 hockey tournament
The Westlock Rotary Spirit Centre hosted a U7 hockey tournament on Jan. 3.
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January 8, 2026 at 7:31 PM
NEWS: GALLERY: Westlock U7 hockey tournament
BEYOND LOCAL: 3 firms accounted for 25% of lobbyist registrations in Alberta
3 firms accounted for 25% of lobbyist registrations in Alberta
While more than 500 organizations and consultant lobbyist firms appeared in the provincial registry in 2025, three well-connected firms accounted for about 25 per cent of all lobbying efforts.
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January 8, 2026 at 7:18 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: 3 firms accounted for 25% of lobbyist registrations in Alberta
BEYOND LOCAL: Unpopular legislation pushed through in a misguided and undemocratic 2025 under the UCP, Nenshi says
Unpopular legislation pushed through in a misguided and undemocratic 2025 under the UCP, Nenshi says
Alberta’s premier steered her party in unpopular directions in 2025 while neglecting critical rural issues like Chinese tariffs on canola, NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi said.
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January 8, 2026 at 6:55 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Unpopular legislation pushed through in a misguided and undemocratic 2025 under the UCP, Nenshi says
NEWS: Westlock Mayor Jon Kramer looks ahead to 2026
Westlock Mayor Jon Kramer looks ahead to 2026
Westlock Mayor Jon Kramer gave his thoughts on what the town is looking forward to and hoping to achieve for the upcoming year.
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January 8, 2026 at 6:01 PM
NEWS: Westlock Mayor Jon Kramer looks ahead to 2026
BEYOND LOCAL: Care for a scorpion with your pint?
Care for a scorpion with your pint?
Alberta brewer serves up Wyrd Bier
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January 8, 2026 at 5:30 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Care for a scorpion with your pint?
NEWS: Athabasca County preparing to change water rates
Athabasca County preparing to change water rates
Councillors planning on officially removing Colinton levy by end of January
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January 8, 2026 at 4:50 PM
NEWS: Athabasca County preparing to change water rates
COOL WINTER GUIDE: ICYMI: This Alberta City is Known As 'Park City' With Over 110 Kms Of Gorgeous Trails #CoolWinterGuide #AdvertisingFeature #AlbertaTravel
ICYMI: This Alberta City is Known As 'Park City' With Over 110 Kms Of Gorgeous Trails
COOL WINTER GUIDE: If you love a good walking, hiking, snowshoeing, or biking trail, you’re going to find it in this Albertan city with over 110 kms of beautiful trails.
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January 8, 2026 at 2:03 PM
COOL WINTER GUIDE: ICYMI: This Alberta City is Known As 'Park City' With Over 110 Kms Of Gorgeous Trails #CoolWinterGuide #AdvertisingFeature #AlbertaTravel
NEWS: Top Westlock court cases set to carry into the new year
Top Westlock court cases set to carry into the new year
From violent assaults to major drug trafficking investigations, Westlock RCMP and the courts handled several high-profile cases in 2025 that will continue into the new year.
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January 8, 2026 at 12:05 AM
NEWS: Top Westlock court cases set to carry into the new year
BEYOND LOCAL: Government of Alberta promotes proposed Northwest Coast Oil Pipeline project
Government of Alberta promotes proposed Northwest Coast Oil Pipeline project
The website for the Northwest Coast Oil Pipeline will provide project information, timelines, updates, and support open dialogue, says the Government of Alberta.
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January 7, 2026 at 8:24 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Government of Alberta promotes proposed Northwest Coast Oil Pipeline project
NEWS: Athabasca's top stories of 2025
Athabasca's top stories of 2025
From rodeos to wildfires, Athabasca County had no shortage of news stories last year
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January 7, 2026 at 8:02 PM
NEWS: Athabasca's top stories of 2025
BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta RCMP gives intersection safety tips to drivers and pedestrians
Alberta RCMP gives intersection safety tips to drivers and pedestrians
A new year has begun, and the Alberta RCMP is providing intersection safety tips to help make our roads and highways safe for everyone.
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January 7, 2026 at 6:46 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta RCMP gives intersection safety tips to drivers and pedestrians
NEWS: Clyde launches WECAN program to improve food access
Clyde launches WECAN program to improve food access
The new non-profit offers nutritious groceries at reduced prices through monthly pickups at the Clyde Senior Citizens Club.
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January 7, 2026 at 6:05 PM
NEWS: Clyde launches WECAN program to improve food access
NEWS: ADOPT A PET: Hello, I'm Buddy!
ADOPT A PET: Hello, I'm Buddy!
Town and Country Today, in partnership with Second Chance Animal Rescue Society, brings you this feature highlighting a special pet that is in need of adoption.
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January 7, 2026 at 5:02 PM
NEWS: ADOPT A PET: Hello, I'm Buddy!
NEWS: Woodlands County councillors approve new fleet management policy
Woodlands County councillors approve new fleet management policy
New policy modifies previous vehicle management policy to keep certain types of vehicles in municipal fleet longer
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January 7, 2026 at 4:03 PM
NEWS: Woodlands County councillors approve new fleet management policy