
Doctors working in Edmonton’s major hospitals are calling on the Alberta government to declare a state of emergency because there is no more room to safely accept patients.The call comes shortly after the much-publicized death of Prashant Sreekumar, who died on Dec. 22 after spending eight hours in the emergency room at Edmonton’s Grey Nuns Community Hospital. On Wednesday, The Globe and Mail learned that he was actually one of three people who died in the Grey Nuns ER that day.
January 7, 2026 - 21:34 | Alanna Smith | The Globe and Mail
The beloved senior pup would have celebrated his 15th birthday in February, but this past Christmas was the family’s last with Lucky.
January 7, 2026 - 21:20 | Kristen Robinson | Global News - Canada
'We need to be able to go home at night and sleep and feel comfortable,' said a Kelowna store owner after a break-in. His online video prompted a visit from the mayor.
January 7, 2026 - 21:06 | Victoria Femia | Global News - Canada
Though the investigation continues, the fire that tore through the Salvation Army building in Prince Albert, Sask., on Christmas Day is believed to have been human caused.
January 7, 2026 - 20:19 | Ashley Beherns | Global News - Canada
An Alberta family says the ashes of their beloved mother were among items stolen during a break-in on Tuesday. Their hoping they will be returned in time for her funeral Jan. 17.
January 7, 2026 - 20:14 | Alessia Simona Maratta | Global News - Canada
As Prime Minister Mark Carney prepares for a trade trip to China, British Columbian officials believe he could open the door to new markets for local industry.
January 7, 2026 - 19:43 | | CBC News - Canada

