Kodiaks Bring Back Kade Lund for 2025-26
Lethbridge Polytechnic Kodiaks sign former Kodiaks forward Kade Lund for the 2025 26 season. Lund returns after time off and cites hometown roots and ACAC competition as motivations. Coach Ryan Heggie praises his rebounding defense and scoring versatility as the team seeks continued success. His sister Reece Lund joined the Kodiaks women’s volleyball program recently.
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Vauxhall council updates arena repairs timeline
Vauxhall council received an update on arena projects with start dates for the ice rink set back to October 30 and curling arena to November 6. The CAO noted delays due to soil issues and changes to the slab and weeping tile system. Mindy Dunphy said curling will use a less intrusive plow-line approach. Local hockey groups like the Picture Butte Blades and Tabor Golden Suns may see earlier starts, impacting business.
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Council approves extended use of lands for hunter education program
Coun Remfert motions to extend land use for Herbst's mentor program from 2026 to 2030. council votes unanimously. The program aims to mentor first time hunters through supervised hunts, building ethics, skills, and safe practices under licensed mentors with education and insurance requirements. Alberta Fish & Wildlife assigns antlerless mule deer licences to the program for instructor use.
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Alberta critics oppose compassionate intervention act for addiction care
The Alberta NDP and Friends of Medicare oppose Bill 53 Compassionate Intervention Act, arguing it will compel treatment for those with addictions or mental illness deemed a danger. They caution it lacks evidence, risks rights, and cites funding gaps, while government defends it as last-resort, with projected patient care plans and increased emergency and hospital data from 2024.
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AHS urges safer outdoor season with water and food tips
Alberta Health Services cautions against drinking water from lakes rivers or streams without treatment and advises bottled or approved water. Wash hands before preparing foods sanitize surfaces and utensils, store food in airtight containers, and keep it away from tents. Seek HealthLink 811 for illnesses or 1-833-476-4743 for suspected foodborne cases.
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Province funds 5.5 million for rural cancer screening program
Alberta extends the Lung Cancer Screening Program with a 5.5 million boost and grants to four groups to improve access in rural remote and Indigenous communities. Since 2022 the program has screened over 3 800 people with about 90 percent of cancers detected early. May 30 is deadline for 2025 26 funding applications.
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