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Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s Historic Visit to Alberta

World leaders' visits are often confined to sterile boardrooms, but President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s arrival in Alberta was a striking exception. Following the high-stakes G7...

The most notorious cold cases in Calgary’s history

Calgary is widely seen as a modern, safe metropolis where peace and order prevail. However, behind the facade of mirrored skyscrapers and cozy residential...

Stephen Harper: The Canadian Politician Who Changed the Game

The modern political face of Calgary is inseparable from Stephen J. Harper, Canada’s 22nd Prime Minister. His journey from an economics student to a...

The Decade-Long Gang War in Calgary: The Battle Between FOB and FK

Violent clashes between two rival groups led to a decade of bloodshed, claiming over 25 lives in public shootings across Calgary's otherwise peaceful streets....

Political History of Alberta

Alberta, named after Princess Louise Caroline Alberta, the fourth daughter of Queen Victoria, was once one of the four districts comprising the Northwest Territories....

The Power of Change: The History of Women’s Political Leadership in Alberta

In 1989, Edmonton elected its first female mayor, Jan Reimer. Running for such positions at the time was challenging: society often relegated women to...

Accused of Seduction: Why Alberta Premier John Brownlee Resigned

John Edward Brownlee, a lawyer, businessman, and the 5th Premier of Alberta (1925–1934), earned a reputation as one of the province's most productive politicians...

French President François Hollande’s Visit to Western Canada in 2014: “Alberta is the Engine of the Canadian Economy”

In 2014, an eagerly anticipated and significant event took place—the first-ever visit of a French President to Western Canada. CalgaryYes revisits the details of...

The Most Infamous Criminals in Alberta’s History: Shocking Cases

Alberta is a wonderful place to live, but like everywhere else, it has its "dark side." Calgary Yes shares stories of Alberta's most notorious...

The Political Battle of Alberta’s Queens: Rachel Notley vs. Danielle Smith

What similarities and differences exist between these two women? Both are in their 50s, lead active lifestyles, love dogs, and are passionate about politics....
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