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What are universities for? Canadian higher education is at a critical crossroads

In recent years, Canadian provinces such as Ontario and Alberta have been attempting to repurpose and reprogram our universities to more narrowly serve the labour market. They’re doing so by adopting performance-based funding in the most profound changes the sector has witnessed in decades.

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Alexandar Georgiev shines, Mikko Rantanen breaks another Joe Sakic record in Avalanche 4-1 win at Calgary

CALGARY, Alberta — Jared Bednar’s choice of goaltender the last three games was never meant to stir speculation about a competition, nor was it a show of distrust in his starter.

The Denver Post

Back-to-back losses for weary Kraken as Oilers win 5-2

EDMONTON, Alberta — There was a feeling among the Kraken coming in that this latest road contest represented the unofficial ninth game of a trip that officially ended two contests ago.

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Alberta’s new policy on psychedelic drug treatment for mental illness: Will Canada lead the psychedelic renaissance?

Patients in Alberta will now be able to legally consider adding psychedelic-assisted therapy to the list of treatment options available for mental illnesses.

The Conversation

Islanders can't escape from 3-1 first-period hole in loss to Flames

CALGARY, Alberta — It was another loss after another sluggish first period on a lost road trip highlighted by the surprising loss of Mathew Barzal, their top playmaker.

Newsday

Lackluster Islanders are no match for dangerous Oilers

EDMONTON, Alberta — The first period was awful and so was this defeat.

Newsday

Kraken erase early deficit, get revenge in win over Oilers

EDMONTON, Alberta — The Kraken scored five unanswered goals and took Tuesday’s rematch against the Oilers, 5-2.

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In Danielle Smith's fantasy Alberta, Indigenous struggle is twisted to suit settlers

What do a notorious Ku Klux Klan writer, right-wing libertarianism, the Cherokee Trail of Tears and the “lost cause” of the American Confederacy have to do with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s recent controversial statements on Indigenous matters?

The Conversation

It's Greiss' turn to shine in goal as Blues pull away from Flames for 5-2 win

CALGARY, Alberta — After the wildness of their comeback win on Thursday, the Blues took a more boring approach on Friday and got the same result.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Blues get two points with dramatic shootout win over Oilers

EDMONTON, Alberta — The Blues went to overtime for the third game in a row, this time thanks to a very late goal from Vladimir Tarasenko to salvage a point and then the Blues won in a shootout, with Jordan Binnington stopping all three shots in a 4-3 win at…

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Wild fall in Edmonton, 5-2, for second loss in a row

EDMONTON, Alberta — For the first time in three games, the Wild didn't squander a multi-goal lead.

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Alberta lifts ban on UFC betting with James Krause under investigation

Alberta had banned betting on UFC over integrity concerns.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Alberta ‘sovereignty act’ sets province on collision course with Justin Trudeau

Bill that could allow province to ignore federal laws criticized by constitutional scholars and Indigenous leaders

The Guardian - US

Wild squander early lead, end four-game winning streak vs. Flames

CALGARY, Alberta — The Wild's latest meltdown wasn't as dramatic as the previous one, but it stung more.

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Alberta becomes second Canadian province to ban UFC betting amid concerns of impropriety

Alberta has become the second Canadian province to prohibit UFC betting amid concerns of impropriety and insider betting.

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Alberta becomes second Canadian province to ban UFC betting over integrity issues

Alberta joins Ontario in banning UFC betting.

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Despite soaring profits, oil companies are not paying enough for their environmental damage

At the end of the third quarter reporting season in October, the Big Four oilsands producers continued to report record profit levels. Collectively, Cenovus, CNRL, Imperial Oil and Suncor earned $5.8 billion in the third quarter and $23.1 billion in the first nine months of 2022. The average return on…

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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith seeks more autonomy from Canada in new bill

The government of Canada's main oil-producing province Alberta introduced proposed legislation on Tuesday to resist federal laws it deems harmful to Alberta, fulfilling a controversial promise from new Premier Danielle Smith.

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Reese Johnson enjoys summers on his farm, winters playing for Blackhawks

Johnson bought a 37-acre property in central Alberta this past summer to fulfill his lifelong dream to live in the country. But during the NHL season, updates from his farm feel almost like a planet away.

Reuters

Canada's Alberta province forecasts C$12.3 billion budget surplus

Canada's main oil-producing province Alberta on Thursday forecast a C$12.3 billion ($9.2 billion) budget surplus for the 2022/23 fiscal year, but warned economic risks are increasing as high inflation, rising interest rates and geopolitical unrest slow global activity.

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Streaking Stars win big over Oilers, off to best start since 2015-16 season

EDMONTON, Alberta — It’s good to be a Dallas Star.

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Kraken show moxie, battle back for 5-4 victory at Calgary

CALGARY, Alberta — Yanni Gourde tied it, Matty Beniers sealed it and the Seattle Kraken surged back to a 5-4 victory Tuesday night at the Saddledome after spotting the Calgary Flames a two-goal lead earlier in the third period.

Benzinga

Ohio Official Scuttles Legalization Process, Drug Testing Guidelines For NJ Cops, Alberta Has Too Much Weed

Ohio Official Wants To Delay Marijuana Legalization Process Medical marijuana is legal in Ohio though a recreational cannabis legalization measure is expected to reach the ballot in 2023.

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Penguins leave Alberta with another lopsided loss, falling 4-1 to the Flames

CALGARY, Alberta – The big boys of Alberta were quite rude to the Penguins.

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Dreadful second period dooms the Penguins as they lose in Edmonton

EDMONTON, Alberta – The sweetest sound the Penguins might hear on this long road trip is the buzzer that mercifully ended the second period Monday night.

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