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27.04.2022 / 22:45

Hinshaw, Copping to provide update on COVID-19 pandemic in Alberta

COVID-19 briefing Wednesday afternoon.That briefing will be live streamed in this story at 3:30 p.m.It comes a week after Health Minister Jason Copping acknowledged that hospitalizations have been increasing since the lifting of wider public health measures including mask mandates and gathering restrictions.Copping said COVID-19 hospital admissions ticked up about three per cent that week, but pointed out there were fewer people in ICUs with the virus than the previous week. COVID-19 outbreaks hit long-term care facilities in Calgary as 4th dose campaign underway The ongoing pandemic also appears to have hit long-term care facilities lately.

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Calgary man warns drivers on Trans-Canada Highway after daughter-in-law killed by falling rock

A Calgary man is raising concerns about the safety of a stretch of the Trans-Canada Highway near Golden, B.C. His daughter-in-law was killed there by falling rock and his daughter and grandchildren narrowly avoided injury.

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Counter protesters turn out to voice opposition to ongoing anti-mandate rallies

Beltline residents and business owners gathered Saturday afternoon to voice their opposition to the ongoing anti-mandate rallies. Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports.

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Calgary woman creates a hot seller from heatless hair-curling product

March 8 is International Women’s Day, but many women continue to struggle with continued unemployment that started during the pandemic.

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Staff at Alberta grocery store chain get training on how to use naloxone kits

Blush Lane Organic Market, which has locations in Calgary and Edmonton, has joined a collective of businesses dedicated to supporting harm reduction and is now training employees to use naloxone kits. Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports.

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Calgary businessman Riaz Mamdani charged with assault; alleged victim speaks out

The former partner of a Calgary real estate mogul is speaking out regarding an assault charge the man is facing. As Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports, the alleged victim says she is coming forward in hopes of encouraging others to do the same.

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COVID-19: Challenge on lifting mask mandate in Alberta schools denied in court

Alberta students are no longer required to wear masks in school, and kids 12 and under don’t have to be masked in any setting.Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports on how students and parents reacted on Monday.

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Calgary transit union president warns of service disruptions related to city vaccination policy

Calgarians could see transit service disruptions because of staff shortages, according to the head of the city’s transit union.

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Alberta sees increase in fatal collisions involving drugs, alcohol

The mother of an Alberta woman killed by an impaired driver is speaking out in an effort to raise awareness of the consequences of drunk driving.

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Neighbours unite to help 77-year-old farmer who was run over on Alberta road

Neighbours of an Alberta senior who was run down while his truck was stolen came together to help harvest his crops while he recovered in hospital. Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports.

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Concerns over long lines, mask enforcement in Alberta polling stations

Concerns are being raised about the possibility of long lines and anti-mask disruptions at federal election polling locations in Alberta on Monday. Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports.

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Protesters at Olympic Plaza in Calgary oppose mandatory vaccinations

People attended a rally at Olympic Plaza in Calgary on Sunday afternoon, protesting mandatory vaccination policies. Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports.

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Calgary Stampede officials say they pulled off a pandemic success

Calgary Stampede officials are calling the 2021 version a success that has shown the way for other major events coming out of the pandemic. Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports.

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2021 Calgary Stampede officially kicks off on Friday, July 9

It may look different than in previous years, but the 2021 Calgary Stampede officially kicks off on Friday, July 9. Carolyn Kury de Castillo has details on how the 10-day event has changed amid COVID-19.

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Syrian immigrant farmer devastated by crop vandalism, garbage at farm northeast of Calgary

A farmer who moved to Calgary five years ago as a refugee says he’s sad and scared after his farm has been repeatedly vandalized. Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports.

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COVID-19: Drive-in movies are allowed again in Alberta

Alberta’s chief medical officer of health announced on Monday that drive-in movies are no longer banned under the most recent COVID-19 restrictions.

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COVID-19 restrictions: Calgary restaurants look at layoffs as coaches struggle to keep kids active

New restrictions aimed at helping slow a spike in COVID-19 cases go into effect in Alberta at midnight. Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports on the challenges facing both kids in sports and people trying to make a living.

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Calgary restaurant owner reeling from suicide of staff member

The recent suicide of a young chef who worked at a Calgary restaurant is putting the spotlight on mental health issues faced by those in the business. Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports.

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More calls for COVID-19 vaccines to be offered to a wider range of people in Alberta

Two walk-in clinics opened on Saturday in Calgary and Edmonton, offering the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine to people ages 55 to 64, but some people say the government should be expanding the rollout to younger people who want it now.

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Alberta on pace to administer 300,000 COVID-19 vaccines per week: Kenney

Calgary’s mayor is calling on the province to include frontline workers like bus drivers, teachers and grocery store clerks to be included in Phase 2C of the COVID-19 vaccine rollout.

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‘Nobody wants to take responsibility’: Calgary parents demand new southwest high school

Parents who are part the West Calgary Catholic High School Advocacy Group say their need for a new high school has been ignored for years. Carolyn Kury de Castillo explains.

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Alberta oil worker questions quarantine protocol that sent him to hotel and co-worker home

An Alberta man is looking for answers when it comes to travelling for work. As Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports, he says he was forced to stay at a quarantine hotel, while his co-worker was told to go straight home.

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‘Kind and positive’ grandfather, husband identified as victim of Olymel COVID-19 outbreak in Alberta

Three deaths have now been linked to the COVID-19 outbreak at the Olymel meat-packing plant in Red Deer. As Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports, there are now 500 confirmed cases connected to the facility.

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COVID-19: Grieving Calgary woman asking for exemption on mandatory hotel stay

A Calgary woman is seeking to be exempted on compassionate grounds from the federal government’s mandatory hotel stay for people returning from international travel.

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Calgary minor sports organizations struggle to adapt to province’s new COVID-19 rules

Starting Monday, youth 18 and under in Alberta will be allowed to take part in sports practices and lessons. Carolyn Kury de Castillo has more on the challenges facing sports organizations as they try to adapt to the surprise announcement that more COVID-19 restrictions are being eased.

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COVID-19: Alberta adds minor sports training, gymnastics and dance to Monday’s reopening

The Alberta government changed the rules on Saturday, when it comes to kids being allowed to take part in sports. As Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports, youth 18 and under will be allowed to practise again on Monday, with restrictions.

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Reaction to Alberta’s decision to ease some restrictions on Feb. 8

Albertans will be able to return to the gym as of Feb. 8, but only for one-on-one training. As Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports, group and team sports are still not permitted.

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COVID-19: Rural Alberta businesses open for in-person dining despite restrictions

A handful of Alberta restaurants defied public health orders related to the COVID-19 pandemic and opened for dine-in service Tuesday and Wednesday. Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports on what consequences they are facing.

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‘We thought he beat it’: Calgary Transit driver who had COVID-19 dies

A long-time Calgary Transit driver has died after a short battle with COVID-19. As Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports, his family is remembering him as a kind man who impacted a lot of people on the job.

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COVID-19 care kits delivered to Alberta residents

25,000 COVID care kits have been delivered to Albertans living in areas with high rates of transmission. Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports.

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Pandemic doesn’t stop shoppers at busy Calgary stores

Calgary shoppers didn’t let the COVID-19 pandemic stop them from lining up outside stores in search of Boxing Day deals. Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports.

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Calgary police issue more tickets for COVID-19 rule violations

Calgary police issued more tickets at protests against COVID-19 meausres over the weekend. Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports.

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Elementary students at Escuela St. Margaret School move to online learning

Elementary students at Calgary’s St. Margaret School are moving to online learning on Dec 14. As Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports, it’s due to the high number of students and staff absent amid COVID-19.

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New restrictions impacting Alberta families mourning deaths of loved ones

Alberta’s new COVID-19 restrictions are impacting funeral services. Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports.

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Calls for action as more deaths linked to Alberta continuing care centres

On Sunday, Alberta Health announced more COVID-19 related deaths of people living at long term care centres. As Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports, there are now calls for more resources to battle the outbreaks at the facilities.

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Calgary churches adapt to COVID-19 restrictions as Advent season begins

A Calgary minister opposes the Alberta government’s recent COVID-19 restrictions, arguing it’s not safe for churches to be open. As Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports, the Advent season will look much different this year.

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Disproportionate number of COVID-19 cases in north east Calgary has doctors calling for more resources

Calgary doctors and a local community group say more action needs to be taken to deal with the huge number of COVID-19 cases in some parts of the city. As Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports, the north east is being disproportionately affected.

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COVID-19: Human rights complaint filed against Calgary bar after it denied entry to person refusing to wear mask

A human rights complaint has been filed against the owners of a Calgary bar by a person who didn’t want to wear a mask despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports.

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Calgary families frustrated with government restrictions

Some Alberta families are fighting back against the province’s decision to cancel team sports for the next two weeks as part of efforts to stop the spread of COVID-19. As Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports, some are saying the cure is worse than the disease.

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Royal Canadian Legion worried about donations

Many Calgarians are finding it harder to find a poppy this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports, it’s been tough on the volunteers and on fundraising efforts.

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97-year-old Alberta veteran gets birthday surprise of a lifetime

One of Alberta’s last surviving Second World War veterans was honoured on Saturday with a special birthday celebration in Red Deer.

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As students go back to school, Calgary transit union prepares for increase in ridership

Tuesday marked Day 1 for many students returning to using Calgary Transit. Carolyn Kury de Castillo has more on concerns the transit union is raising about all those students getting back on trains and buses.

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Increase in enrolment at Calgary’s Mount Royal University despite move to online classes

Despite the switch to online learning, Calgary’s Mount Royal University has seen an increase in enrolment this year. Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports.

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Drumheller uses Dinobucks to fight COVID-19

It’s a unique idea about using a reward system to get people to wear masks during the COVID-19 pandemic. As Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports, the town of Drumheller is proposing Dinobucks instead of a mask bylaw.

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Calgary police officer loses both legs after battle with influenza

A Calgary police officer is still recovering after fighting a strain of the flu this winter that ultimately resulted in his legs being amputated.

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Parents, students and teachers react to CBE back to school plan

The Calgary Board of Education has released its re-entry plan for the upcoming school year. As Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports, parents and teachers still have questions about how it will work.

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Coronavirus: Banff council passes bylaw that requires mask use indoors and outside

Banff Town Council passed a byelaw on Monday that requires masks in all indoor public spaces.As Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports, The byelaw also makes masks mandatory outside on parts of Banff Avenue.

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Crash victim’s friend devastated by fatal Columbia Icefield crash

RCMP have released more information on the people who were killed in the tour bus crash in Jasper National Park. Carolyn Kury de Castillo spoke to a friend of several victims and a witness who can’t believe anyone survived.

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