Alberta minister apologizes for pedophile priest remark
Finance Minister Pat Nelson offered a qualified apology after saying pedophile priest during a heated debate about the Calgary bishop. Bishop Frederick Henry condemned the remark as slanderous and offensive to his parishioners. Nelson said the comment was inappropriate and expressed regret for any offense caused.
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Oil price slips after Venezuela upheaval
Oil prices fall following a failed putsch in Venezuela prompting market jitters. The disruption pressures supply concerns as traders watch political instability in Caracas and its impact on oil exports. Bishop John Spong advocates reforms to modernize Christianity, calling for change in church approach and doctrine.
Twice as large as needed says glass riddle by Brian Leonard
Brian Leonard notes a paradoxical view of a glass described as double its required size. He frames the idea as a witty, concise observation rather than a solution.
Canadians claim Can-Am tank win at Suffield
Lord Strathcona's Horse Royal Canadians from Edmonton defeated the U S Cavalry 31 to 27 in the Can-Am tank competition at CFB Suffield during Exercise Robust Ram. Leaders praised the win despite logistic hiccups as both sides tested Leopard C2 and M1A1 Abrams on a challenging course near Edmonton.
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Lethbridge
Winnipeg
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Manitoba
Canada faces criticism over environment policy before G8 meeting
In Banff G-8 environment ministers prepare as a leaked draft communique fuels attack from the Council of Canadians. Maude Barlow accuses Canada of bowing to global free trade, while David Anderson defends private sector involvement as essential to funding environmental action.
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Alberta police issue toe tag seat belt tickets
RCMP in Alberta launch a spring campaign issuing morgue toe tag tickets to deter nonbelt use. Targeting 18 to 24 year old rural males, the program runs until May 14 and urges drivers to buckle up to improve survival and aid post crash identification.
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