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Fort McMurray: 1 of 115 Reoffended After Justice Overhaul
Solutions4d ago

Fort McMurray: 1 of 115 Reoffended After Justice Overhaul

A small Alberta town replaced punishment with restorative justice, and the results are stunning. Out of 115 offenders who faced their victims and took responsibility, only one person reoffended.

Good News Network2 min read
New K-12 Catholic School in Waskatenau Reaches Steel Phase
Innovation6d ago

New K-12 Catholic School in Waskatenau Reaches Steel Phase

A small Alberta community is one major step closer to having a brand new K-12 school after construction crews finished raising the steel frame for Holy Family Catholic School. Students and staff signed the final beam before it was lifted into place, cementing their hopes into the building's foundation.

Google News - Education Milestone2 min read
Alberta Farm Turns Cow Manure Into Clean Energy for 4,500 Homes
Planet WinsFeb 20

Alberta Farm Turns Cow Manure Into Clean Energy for 4,500 Homes

A Canadian cattle farm is building a groundbreaking facility that transforms livestock waste into renewable natural gas while capturing carbon. The $10 million project will power thousands of homes and cut emissions equal to taking 3,800 cars off the road.

Google News - Emissions Reduction2 min read
Rural Alberta Community Saves Ice Rink With Record Fundraiser
SolutionsFeb 19

Rural Alberta Community Saves Ice Rink With Record Fundraiser

A small farming community rallied together to save their only indoor ice rink, raising more than $25,000 and securing upgraded equipment for years to come. The Linaria Arena now serves as a lifeline for hockey players and skaters across multiple rural towns.

Google: fundraiser success2 min read
Canada Invests $5.9M to Modernize Forest Prediction Tools
InnovationFeb 17

Canada Invests $5.9M to Modernize Forest Prediction Tools

University of Alberta researchers are leading an eight-year project to rebuild computer models that predict forest growth, helping balance timber harvesting with conservation for decades to come. The upgrade will help Western Canada's forests adapt to climate change while supporting sustainable forestry.

Google News - Reforestation2 min read
Alberta Invests $28M in Clean Energy Projects
Planet WinsFeb 16

Alberta Invests $28M in Clean Energy Projects

Alberta is putting $28 million toward six innovative projects that will boost energy production while cutting emissions. The funding spans energy, agriculture, and environmental cleanup initiatives across the province.

Google News - Emissions Reduction2 min read
Alberta Turns Cow Manure Into Clean Energy for 4,500 Homes
SolutionsFeb 16

Alberta Turns Cow Manure Into Clean Energy for 4,500 Homes

A groundbreaking facility in Alberta will convert livestock manure into renewable natural gas while capturing carbon, turning a major pollution source into power for thousands of homes. Construction starts this summer on what will be the world's first fully integrated manure-to-energy and carbon capture plant.

Google News - Emissions Reduction3 min read
Alberta Invests $28M to Slash Emissions, Boost Green Tech
Planet WinsFeb 13

Alberta Invests $28M to Slash Emissions, Boost Green Tech

Alberta just dropped $28 million on six groundbreaking projects that could cut 72,000 tonnes of carbon emissions yearly while growing the economy. The investments turn cow burps into clean energy, make pipelines safer, and clean up old oil sites.

Google News - Emissions Reduction2 min read
DNA Breakthrough Solves 32-Year-Old Alberta Assault Case
SolutionsFeb 12

DNA Breakthrough Solves 32-Year-Old Alberta Assault Case

After more than three decades, modern DNA technology has helped Alberta RCMP identify and arrest a suspect in a 1992 sexual assault case. The breakthrough shows how genetic genealogy is giving victims closure and proving that justice has no expiration date.

Google News - Canada Breakthrough2 min read
DNA Breakthrough Solves 30-Year Alberta Assault Case
Community HeroesFeb 12

DNA Breakthrough Solves 30-Year Alberta Assault Case

After more than three decades, RCMP in Alberta solved a cold case sexual assault using cutting-edge genetic genealogy technology. The breakthrough shows how modern science is finally bringing justice to victims who waited years for answers.

Google News - Canada Breakthrough2 min read
Double Rainbow Appears at Sunrise Mountain Wedding
Acts of KindnessFeb 5

Double Rainbow Appears at Sunrise Mountain Wedding

A couple who hiked three hours through stormy weather to wed on a Canadian mountaintop received an unforgettable gift from nature. Just as they feared the rain would ruin their ceremony, a spectacular double rainbow broke through the dark sky.

Google: wedding surprise2 min read
Lethbridge Launches Week of Kindness This Valentine's Day
Acts of KindnessFeb 3

Lethbridge Launches Week of Kindness This Valentine's Day

A Canadian city is turning Valentine's week into a celebration of community kindness, asking residents to share small gifts and gestures with neighbors. The initiative hopes to raise $3,000 to spread warmth across the city.

Google News - Random Act Kindness2 min read
Parents Want Sex Ed Help: 5 Tips From New Study
Acts of KindnessFeb 2

Parents Want Sex Ed Help: 5 Tips From New Study

Canadian parents want to protect their kids through good sex education, but feel unsupported and unprepared for these crucial conversations. New University of Alberta research reveals what holds parents back and offers practical solutions to help families navigate these talks with confidence.

Medical Xpress3 min read
90 Airdrie Kids Donate $1,000 to Local Disability Charity
Acts of KindnessJan 30

90 Airdrie Kids Donate $1,000 to Local Disability Charity

A group of young people in Airdrie, Alberta, just proved that small actions create big impact. Ninety kids pooled their allowance money to give over $1,000 to a local disability support organization.

Google: charity donation2 min read