Calgary has a busy day: WestJet unveils a non-stop summer route to Mexico City, while the Alberta premier highlights a constructive meeting with a U.S. leader in Florida. Traffic clears as Memorial Drive reopens after a police incident.
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Calgary, City, News, Alberta, Canada
Week of Jan 13 – Jan 19, 2025
Calgary’s week: a dynamic crossroads of progress and protest.
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This week in Calgary, transportation gains like WestJet’s new route and Memorial Drive’s reopening intersected with significant disruptions, including a railway strike and heated policy debates. Community challenges—marked by a tragic accident and economic tensions—underscored the city's complex blend of growth and discord.
Calgary’s CPKC mechanics voted overwhelmingly for strike action, raising concerns over disruptions in regional railway services and growing labor tensions.
calgary.citynews.caAlberta’s decisions spark debate today as highway snow-clearing raises claims of Calgary favoritism and officials dismiss federal tariff proposals, highlighting local economic priorities.
edmonton.citynews.ca · calgary.citynews.caAlberta’s premier declines a tariff plan, fueling national debate, while northeast Calgary mourns a fatal teen accident. The events underscore political tensions and deep community sorrow.
edmonton.citynews.ca · calgary.citynews.caAlberta sees Canmore hosting Hockey Day amid winter storms triggering 149 crashes, regulatory actions against Imperial Oil, and tariff concerns for beef. The day blends celebration with caution.
calgary.citynews.ca · edmonton.citynews.ca · edmonton.citynews.ca · calgary.citynews.caCalgary witnesses Blue Monday’s lingering cultural myth, an egg recall over safety concerns, and a new survey to help homeowners climate-ready their homes.
calgary.citynews.ca · calgary.citynews.ca · www.ctvnews.caCalgary sees TikTok staying live amid a U.S. pullback and a new multi-service centre launch. Alberta reports a few salmonella cases from pastries, while Premier Smith skips a major inauguration.
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