Rob Csernyik
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Children learn about school bus 'danger zone' at First Riders event
School bus driver Beverley Maddox tells the children to come to the front of the bus, where she is about to walk her audience through a scenario. She was holding a stuffed animal and, to her horror… → Read More
Competition Bureau drops investigation into climate change denier billboards, ads
The federal Competition Bureau has discontinued an inquiry that started last June into groups accused of making false or misleading claims about climate science. Mélanie Beauchesne, a senior commun… → Read More
Alberta companies with Houston ties tend to employees after storm
Trevor Packard sees the effect of Hurricane Harvey on Houston and wonders how his employees are doing. Packard is the director of business development for Alberta-headquartered Displayco, a company… → Read More
Edmonton's Fringe outsells 2016 edition with record 130,000 tickets
This year’s Edmonton International Fringe Festival was a record breaker, selling 8,000 more tickets than the 2016 edition. A total of 130,000 tickets, representing $1.2 million in box office … → Read More
Alberta industry experts on how NAFTA discussions could impact the province
Albertan industries are keeping a close eye on NAFTA discussions — the first to be held in the “America First” era of U.S. President Donald Trump. In 2016, Alberta industries exported $68 bil… → Read More
Edmonton dragon boat paddlers find success going against the current
The Edmonton Dragon Boat Festival featured some of the strongest dragon boat paddlers in the country this past weekend. The secret to their success was easily visible as the boats raced in the occa… → Read More
How Edmontonians can experience the 2017 solar eclipse
When is the eclipse happening in Edmonton? It’s taking place on Monday, Aug. 21. In Edmonton it begins at 10:24 a.m., peaks at 11:35 a.m. and will end at 12:49 p.m. Will the full eclipse be v… → Read More
New downtown coffee shop focuses on farmers market favourites
When Jorel Pepin needed a break from dealing with the construction of his new coffee shop, Monument, he did so by planning the menu. “We’re in such a dense area of cafes and coffee shop… → Read More
Alberta student unemployment rate declines, but remains higher than national average
Industry-wise, Albertan students are more likely to be working jobs in the science profession this year than last. → Read More
Sixth annual Hate to Hope rally to highlight social-housing issues
Chevi Rabbit, a transgender woman, is promoting a text-to-give campaign that runs until Aug. 31 to assist the Hate to Hope Rally in support of The Mustard Seed Community Support Centre. → Read More
From farm to table: Open Farm Days to feature more than 100 attractions provincewide
More than 100 farms and agri-businesses across the province are offering a taste of rural living Aug. 19 and 20 during Alberta Open Farm Days. The weekend-long event, now in its fifth year, encoura… → Read More
Monday Morning Magic marks 40 years of making kids smile
The K-Days midway welcomed hundreds of special guests Monday as families made the best of a rainy day and marked the 40th anniversary of Monday Morning Magic. About 500 special needs children atten… → Read More
Monday Morning Magic marks 40 years of making kids smile
The K-Days midway welcomed hundreds of special guests Monday morning as families made the best of a rainy day and marked the 40th anniversary of Monday Morning Magic.About 500 special needs children attended the free event, which runs annually in the morning time slot when the park is normally closed. Special guests including the full lineup of the → Read More
Job openings in Alberta increased in first quarter by nine per cent over last year
An improving labour market is having a positive effect on the number of job openings in Alberta. According to Statistics Canada data released Thursday, job vacancies rose by 3,600 positions t… → Read More
Three Edmontonians named to Order of Canada
Three Edmontonians are being appointed to the Order of Canada, one of the country’s highest civilian honours, Gov. Gen. David Johnston was to announce Friday. The announcements coincide with the 50… → Read More
Edmonton Prolife denied a booth at K-Days raises questions about new vendor policy
Edmonton Prolife has been denied a booth at next month's K-Days festival, after having participated for the last 15 years. → Read More
Edmonton retailer Poppy Barley to open flagship store at Southgate
Poppy Barley will be stepping into a new flagship store at Southgate Mall this August. → Read More
Edmonton retailer Poppy Barley to open flagship store at Southgate
Poppy Barley will be stepping into a new flagship store at Southgate Mall this August.The Edmonton-based company sells men’s and women’s leather footwear and accessories that are designed in Canada and ethically crafted in Mexico. It was founded by Edmonton sisters Justine and Kendall Barber in 2012. Currently products are sold out of a Whyte Ave. → Read More
Province unveils how homeowners can take advantage of solar panel rebates
Homeowners in Alberta can now receive up to 30 per cent off solar panel installation costs, to a maximum rebate of $10,000.Businesses and non-profit groups are eligible for up to 25 per cent of system costs, to a maximum rebate of $500,000, the province announced Wednesday. Rebates are based on the size of the installation and calculated at $0.75 p → Read More
Province unveils how homeowners can take advantage of solar panel rebates
Homeowners in Alberta can now receive up to 30 per cent off solar panel installation costs, to a maximum rebate of $10,000. Businesses and non-profit groups are eligible for up to 25 per cent of sy… → Read More