BDC Small Business Week, taking place from October 19 to 25, 2025, is a worthy opportunity to take a step back and assess the current landscape for female entrepreneurs.

Well, my last column didn’t exactly age like a fine wine — more like that leftover pumpkin pie lingering in the back of the fridge a few days too long.

Enjoy this week’s editorial cartoon.

Enjoy this week’s comic strips and have a laugh!

Connor McDavid could have asked for the moon, and Edmonton Oilers’ owner Daryl Katz would have somehow arranged to have it pulled from the sky.

Last week I performed Mother’s Apron twice in Medicine Hat, Alberta. It’s been a while since I’ve inhabited my apron-costumes, aprons, and the lives of a group of the women they represent…

A 7-year-old said to her mom, “I’m so thankful you’re my mommy.” Her mom was getting all teary-eyed until her daughter continued, “Other people’s moms only give them healthy lunches.”

Alberta is making it easier for companies to explore and extract silica sand on public lands, a move aimed at reducing the province’s reliance on imports and supporting economic growth.

Premier Danielle Smith has issued new mandate letters to her cabinet, emphasizing affordability, disciplined spending and streamlined government services.

You’ve probably heard that buying local boosts your economy and helps lower your carbon footprint. For those reasons alone, it’s no surprise that this practice is gaining popularity.

If you’ve spent years ordering everything online from retail giants, you may be hesitant to change your shopping habits.

Canada is home to countless businesses brimming with talent and creativity. These companies highlight the country’s unique skills and offerings, ranging from food and fashion…

When you hear the words “buy local,” do you immediately think of the grocery store? That’s a great starting point, especially since local products are becoming easier to spot.

Do you have a passion for supporting local businesses and producers? Do you wish your friends and family shared that same enthusiasm?

Are you eager to discover the world? You might not realize that supporting local businesses also applies to tourism. When you plan a vacation within your city…

The Oyen Chamber of Commerce met on Sept. 25, 2025, with 10 members in attendance. Dinner was provided by Halfway Convenience.

I hope everyone had a chance to check out the Harvest Moon on Oct. 5 and 6. It was bright and beautiful. The Harvest Moon is named for the agricultural harvest…

Alberta’s government is investing $25 million this fall to help protect communities, homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure from floods and droughts.

With colder days approaching, the Alberta RCMP is providing tips to avoid seasonal property crime.

Alberta is taking stronger action to improve trucking safety, targeting unsafe driver training schools and carriers. The government has closed five training schools…