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If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook — that will be changing due to Meta’s decision to block Canadian news in response to new government legislation. Here's a look at how to find us going forward. trib.al/3SOc0uS

How you can find Global News - National | Globalnews.ca

Important breaking news and information about Canada — and about your community — will no longer be available on Meta platforms. But you can connect with Global News’ journalism.

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‘He ran into the fire’: Military medic critically injured saving fellow soldiers in CFB Wainwright fire globalnews.ca/news/12119428/…

‘He ran into the fire’: Military medic critically injured saving fellow soldiers in CFB Wainwright...

His mother says Cpl. Liam Keane kept running into the deadly fire to save fellow soldiers until his own injuries overtook him.

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Affordability measures, consumer protection legislation coming: Alberta government globalnews.ca/news/12119505/…

Affordability measures, consumer protection legislation coming: Alberta government | Globalnews.ca

Alberta's government says it has a suite of legislation coming this fall to protect Albertans, their pocketbooks and their personal information.

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Alberta introduces new flag rules and restrictions for all schools starting in 2027 globalnews.ca/news/12119480/…

Alberta introduces new flag rules and restrictions for all schools starting in 2027 | Globalnews.ca

The rules say school boards can apply for exemptions but only for flags that don't "constitute a political, social or ideological statement." 

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Advocates flag contributions, not costs, of newcomers in Alberta referendum aftermath globalnews.ca/news/12118291/…

Advocates flag contributions, not costs, of newcomers in Alberta referendum aftermath | Globalnew...

Critics have warned that the referendum's outcome could make Alberta less attractive to newcomers at a time when jobs desperately need to be filled. 

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Timing, weather under scrutiny in deadly CFB Wainwright fire investigation globalnews.ca/news/12113035/…

Officials to provide update on fatal fire at CFB Wainwright in Alberta | Globalnews.ca

Officials are set to provide an update Thursday about a devastating fire at a Canadian military base in Alberta that left four soldiers dead and dozens more injured.

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Former Alberta cabinet minister says Smith can’t survive UCP crisis after referendum globalnews.ca/news/12113850/…

Former Alberta cabinet minister says Smith can’t survive UCP crisis after referendum | Globalnews.ca

A former Alberta cabinet minister says Premier Danielle Smith won't survive the crisis in her United Conservative Party amid fallout from the separation referendum.

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World juniors pre-tournament schedule set with six Alberta cities to host 12 games globalnews.ca/news/12113776/…

World juniors pre-tournament schedule set with six Alberta cities to host 12 games | Globalnews.ca

The pre-tournament schedule for the upcoming world junior hockey championship has been set, with six Alberta towns hosting 12 games from Dec. 17-23.

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Officials to provide update on fatal fire at CFB Wainwright in Alberta globalnews.ca/news/12113035/…

Officials to provide update on fatal fire at CFB Wainwright in Alberta | Globalnews.ca

Officials are set to provide an update Thursday about a devastating fire at a Canadian military base in Alberta that left four soldiers dead and dozens more injured.

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About 150 people gathered at Wainwright's Church of the Nazarene Wednesday night for a vigil as the community continued to grieve and support those affected. globalnews.ca/news/12112843/…

‘Our hearts beat together’: Wainwright gathers for prayer vigil | Globalnews.ca

About 150 people gathered at Wainwright's Church of the Nazarene Wednesday night for a vigil as the community continued to grieve and support those affected.

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There are 150 people gathered at the Church of the Nazarene here in #Wainright, praying together for the dead, the injured, the first responders and the families impacted by the fire at #CFBWainwright.
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Reverend Daniel Marchuk from the Wainwright Pentecostal Assembly leads everyone in a moment of silence. “Their service we will always remember. Their sacrifice we will never forget.” #CFBWainwright
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The tribute at the Memorial Clock Tower in #Wainwright is growing. It now includes bouquets from families in Sherwood Park and Calgary, a knit poppy and a child’s colouring page honouring heroes. #CFBWainwright
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Carney won’t rule out giving Alberta a Quebec-style immigration deal globalnews.ca/news/12112197/…

Carney won’t rule out giving Alberta a Quebec-style immigration deal | Globalnews.ca

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre said on Tuesday the Liberals have lost control of immigration and provinces should have more control over their intake numbers.

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Danielle Smith calls UCP a ‘federalist party’ after Alberta rejects separation globalnews.ca/news/12110834/…

Danielle Smith calls UCP a ‘federalist party’ after Alberta rejects separation | Globalnews.ca

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says the governing United Conservative Party remains federalist as separatists organize against her following Monday’s referendum defeat.

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First Nations say Elections Alberta unprepared for referendum turnout globalnews.ca/news/12111144/…

First Nations say Elections Alberta unprepared for referendum turnout | Globalnews.ca

First Nations in Alberta are celebrating the win for the pro-Canada side in Monday's referendum but also raising concerns about a shortage of ballots in their communities.

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Record $90M Lotto Max jackpot won in Alberta, OLG says globalnews.ca/news/12110862/…

Record $90M Lotto Max jackpot won in Alberta, OLG says | Globalnews.ca

The record-setting $90 million Lotto Max jackpot was won in Alberta following Tuesday night’s draw, the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation says.

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‘Hurting’: Vigil in Wainwright, Alta., for soldiers caught in deadly fire globalnews.ca/news/12110836/…

‘Hurting’: Vigil in Wainwright, Alta., for soldiers caught in deadly fire | Globalnews.ca

Ryan Wood, pastor of the town's Church of the Nazarene, said it's important those in the Armed Forces know they're not alone after the deadly fire.

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"Let us move forward not as a people divided by how we voted yesterday, but as neighbours, friends, Albertans and Canadians. Let us treat one another with respect and compassion," Danielle Smith said in a televised address over the referendum results. globalnews.ca/news/12110203/…

Danielle Smith calls for unity after separatism rejected in Alberta referendum | Globalnews.ca

A day after Alberta voters rejected the idea of further pursuing separating from Canada, the Premier Danielle Smith delivered a message on where the province goes from here.

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CFB Wainwright fire victim ‘always there’ for anyone who needed him: family globalnews.ca/news/12110172/…

CFB Wainwright fire victim ‘always there’ for anyone who needed him: family | Globalnews.ca

Tributes have poured in from across Canada from politicians, community leaders and the everyday Canadians, who Wong's family recognized in their statement.

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An autopsy confirmed 28-year-old Justin Hunt died of multiple gunshot wounds outside the Alberta Pipe Trades College and the medical examiner ruled his death was a homicide. globalnews.ca/news/12109955/…

3 men charged with 1st-degree murder in west Edmonton trades college shooting - Edmonton | Global...

An autopsy confirmed 28-year-old Justin Hunt died of multiple gunshot wounds outside the Alberta Pipe Trades College and the medical examiner ruled the death was a homicide.

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