Tom Ross
Reporter/Editor
Tom Ross is a reporter with CBC Calgary. You can reach him at tom.ross@cbc.ca.
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Uncertainty continues as Alberta set to lift moratorium on renewable project approvals
It has been more than six months since the Alberta government introduced a moratorium on new renewable energy project approvals. But with only weeks to go until the pause is set to end, companies are still wondering about the fate of their projects.
Canada -Calgary |
Legal costs to blame for high auto insurance in Alberta: Insurance Bureau of Canada
For many years, Alberta has been among the priciest provinces in Canada when it comes to car insurance rates. This has continued to worsen over the last five years and a new report suggests that legal costs are largely to blame.
Canada -Calgary |
Downtown intersection to be closed for Green Line construction
A major intersection in Calgary's East Village will be closed through most of the fall as crews relocate utilities as part of the LRT project.
Canada -Calgary |
Environmental groups concerned about logging operation in Alberta's Kananaskis Country
Ahead of the start of a two year timber harvest in Kananaskis, environmental groups hope people can convince the province to rethink the decision due to potential wildlife impacts.
Canada -Calgary |
'Magic' moment ensures show goes on during rain-soaked Canmore Folk Music Festival
The final day of the Canmore Folk Music Festival was briefly halted due to a large storm on Monday. While most fans decided to seek shelter, those who remained were treated to a special performance.
Canada -Calgary |
Derek Reimer arrested near drag storytime event at Calgary library
Calgary police say they have arrested a man near a drag storytime event at a library in the city's southwest Wednesday afternoon.
Canada -Calgary |
Green burials are becoming more popular in Calgary. Here's why
Death is big business in Canada, where the funeral home industry is worth over a billion dollars. But as expenses rise and people become more conscious of environmental impacts, more are considering less expensive options.
Canada -Calgary |
Higher interest rates spike mortgage costs in Calgary
Bank of Canada interest rate hikes mean Canadians are paying an average of $24,000 more per year on mortgage payments.
Canada -Calgary |
Here's how some shoppers are adjusting their holiday spending this season
Inflation and the rising cost of living will have an impact on the holiday season, with some shoppers in Calgary changing their habits a bit as they look for gifts.
Canada -Calgary |
University of Calgary seeking more diverse staff of professors
The University of Calgary is looking to improve the diversity of its faculty, and will be hiring dozens of professors over the next three years through a new program.
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