A Jet Goes Down, a Mum Comes Home and Your Grocery Bill is still hurting

Municipal Affairs Minister Dan Williams says the bill does not ban books, it requires graphic sexual material to be placed behind a counter or in areas children cannot access on their own

The Coalition of Alberta Public Libraries, representing 324 library locations serving 99 per cent of Albertans, says it was never consulted and is calling the bill an act of censorship

NDP leader Naheed Nenshi mocked the legislation, asking what a team of "library inspectors" would even look like, the UCP says families deserve to feel safe walking into a public library

The Rexall Pharmacy in Swan Hills, the only one in the community, will permanently close April 30, leaving roughly 1,400 residents without a local place to fill prescriptions or pick up essential items

The closure means residents will need to travel significant distances for medications, raising real concerns about access for seniors and those without reliable transportation

No replacement pharmacy has been announced

Ottawa cancelled a $12 million Housing Accelerator Fund agreement with Red Deer after the city refused to implement blanket zoning changes, then offered to redirect the money to Edmonton and Airdrie instead

Housing Minister Jason Nixon says the province signed off on that redirection as a one time move, but will not approve any future federal housing agreements until Red Deer and other mid sized Alberta communities are treated the same as cities in other provinces

NDP leader Nenshi called it reckless, saying Alberta is "turning away free money" while running a massive deficit and failing to keep up with population growth

Warner, originally from Penticton BC, was detained with her daughter at a US border checkpoint on March 14 while returning from a baby shower, she was in the process of obtaining a green card and her husband says her paperwork was up to date

A bond of US$9,500 was set by a judge and the pair were released Thursday after public pressure and diplomatic efforts accelerated the process, Warner still has to wear an ankle bracelet

BC MLA Amelia Boultbee, who championed their release, said "I am proud to be Canadian and proud to live in a community where we stand up for each other"

Less than 48 hours after Trump told Americans the US military had "beaten and completely decimated Iran" and that Iran had "no anti aircraft equipment," Iranian forces shot down a US F-15E fighter jet over Iranian territory, the first American aircraft downed in the conflict

One crew member was rescued during a frantic search and rescue operation but the second remains missing, Iran's state media urged civilians to find and hand over the American airman, while Iranian forces also hit two Blackhawk helicopters and an A-10 Warthog during the rescue effort

Trump told reporters "No, not at all. No, it is war. We are in war" when asked if the downing would affect negotiations with Iran

A third of global fertilizer trade passes through the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has effectively closed, fertilizer prices have jumped sharply right as North American farmers head into spring planting season, threatening yields and pushing up food costs for everyone

The UN Food Price Index rose 2.4 per cent in March alone driven by the war, with the UN World Food Programme warning that up to 45 million more people globally could face food insecurity if oil stays above $100 a barrel

Canadian grocers are already sounding the alarm, with one Vancouver store owner saying it is "death by a thousand cuts" meat, dairy, produce and imported goods are all expected to climb in the weeks ahead

🚀 Chris Hadfield at the Winspear 🎟 Get your tickets

🗓 April 4 · ⏰ 2 PM · 📍 Francis Winspear Centre, Edmonton Canada's most beloved astronaut live on stage — and with Jeremy Hansen currently orbiting the Moon, the timing could not be more perfect.

🐣 Easter Weekend Family Events - Valley Zoo, Muttart and More 🎟 Browse what's on near you

🗓 April 4 and 5 · 📍 Various locations across Edmonton The Edmonton Valley Zoo, the Muttart Conservatory and communities across the city are running Easter egg hunts, spring activities and family fun all weekend. Check your nearest venue for times and details.

❄️ Downtown Defrost 🎟️ Details
🗓 Apr 4 · ⏰ 12 PM · 📍 Churchill Square
Two days of art installations, food trucks, and family-friendly fun — plus after-parties at Double Dragon for the grown-ups.

🏥 Canada International Health & Medical Expo 🎟️ Details
🗓 Apr 4 · ⏰ 2–7 PM · 📍 Evario Events Centre
Premier medical and healthcare technology expo with industry leaders and clinicians.

🎶 The Aviary 10-Year Anniversary Celebration 🎟️ Details
🗓 Apr 4 · ⏰ 9 PM · 📍 The Aviary Nightclub (10343 104 St NW)
Weekend-long celebration marking a decade of one of Edmonton's most beloved music

🎭 The Revolutionists 🎟️ Details
🗓 Through Apr 5 · ⏰ 7:30 PM (Tue–Sat) · 📍 Varscona Theatre
Women-powered comedy set during the French Revolution by Lauren Gunderson.

🌌 Lasting Impressions 🎟️ Details
🗓 Ongoing · ⏰ Various times · 📍 TELUS World of Science IMAX
Immersive 3D Impressionist art experience featuring Monet, Renoir, and Van Gogh.

🎭 The Wizard of Oz – Live Musical Tickets

📅 April 1 – April 12, 2026
🕢 Evening shows: 7:30 PM | Matinees: 1:30 PM
📍 Citadel Theatre, 9828 101A Ave, Edmonton

The Citadel Theatre brings the classic story of Dorothy and her journey down the Yellow Brick Road to life in a vibrant stage musical featuring iconic songs, colourful characters, and a magical adventure for all ages