How Teeth Whitening Can Improve Your Smile Confidence?

Do you hesitate to smile confidently when you are out in public? Do you have a big event coming up like a wedding or graduation where you want to look your best in photos and you are anxious for the big day? 

What to Do If Your Child Has a Dental Emergency?

Dental emergencies are no good at the best of times, but when it is your child that is suffering, it is imperative as a parent to get the care your child needs as soon as possible. 

Rainfall warnings issued for parts of central Alberta

After stormy weather for parts of central Alberta a day earlier, Environment Canada issued rainfall warnings for a number of areas south and west of Edmonton on Thursday afternoon.

Making the Teething Process More Comfortable for Your Kids

You’ve brought your baby home from the hospital, fed them, clothed them, got them to sleep a bit (and hopefully got a little sleep yourself) and then, somewhere in the first year comes the real hard part. Teething!

City of Calgary determined to identify cab driver who refused teen at airport

The taxi line on the arrival level at Calgary International Airport

The City of Calgary Livery Transport Services has launched an investigation into the unknown taxi driver who refused to drive a teenage girl from the Calgary International Airport to an airport-area hotel early Sunday morning.

Suspect may have burned evidence in case of missing mother and child, say police

Jasmine Lovett and her daughter Aaliyah Sanderson were last seen alive on April 16, 2019 (images: Calgary Police Service)

The Calgary police Forensic Unit has completed its search of a southeast condo where missing mother Jasmine Lovett lived with her 22-month-old daughter Aliyah Sanderson.

Heavy snowfall results in over 100 crashes in the City of Calgary

City crews say the snowfall didn't come as much of a surprise and crews were ready to handle the deluge.

It has been a terrible time for drivers on the road in Calgary over the past 24 hours after a heavy snowstorm resulted in slippery and treacherous conditions everywhere in the city.

Calgary police were called to 127 crashes between 5:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. and there were injuries in 18 of those incidents.

NDP attacks UCP over house leader’s ‘troubling past’

The Alberta election got a little more heated on Sunday when the NDP accused the United Conservatives of hiding the “unacceptable behaviour” of Jason Kenney’s chief spokesperson Jason Nixon.

Alberta leadership candidates face off in debate in Edmonton

Top contenders for the leadership of Alberta were in Edmonton Thursday night debating the biggest issues facing the province in what was expected to be the only leaders’ debate of this election campaign.

RCMP seize drugs, weapons and cash from Rocky View County home

An Alberta man is facing a number of charges after RCMP confiscated drugs, weapons and cash while executing a search warrant on a home in the Rocky View area last week.

Firefighters battle large building fire near Balzac

Crews battle large fire that broke out just before 9:30 p.m. Friday night near Balzac

Several fire departments from the surrounding Calgary area are on scene of a large building fire northeast of CrossIron Mills.

Police standoff in South Calgary ends without incident, suspect in custody

CPS tactical unit members in South Calgary during Wednesday's standoff

A large police presence including members of the tactical unit surrounded a residence in the community of South Calgary for more than six hours Wednesday.

Human remains found near Waiparous identified as Calgary man

Remains found near Waiparous have been identified as Jeremy Boisseau, 29, of Calgary.

Human remains that were found in the Waiparous area last fall have been identified as that of a Calgary man and police are treating his death as a homicide.

Alberta’s 2019 election underway as Premier Notley drops the writ

An Alberta election that some political pundits have said could be one for the ages will be held in 28 days, on Tuesday, April 16.

“It is time for an election,” NDP Leader Rachel Notley exclaimed at an event in Calgary, where she dropped the writ on Tuesday morning.

Rates of colon cancer have doubled among young people, and doctors still don’t know why

Early detection is key, experts say, in treating colon and rectal cancers.

While rates of colorectal cancer are down in adults over 55, a recent study found that more young people are now being diagnosed with the disease.

Car nearly buried in avalanche that closed Highway 1

A driver was nearly swept away by an avalanche near Revelstoke on Sunday afternoon. (Photo: Denise Kinney-Bodenham)

A driver managed to escape being seriously injured when a natural avalanche partially buried his car near Revelstoke on Sunday.

Province announces major upgrades to improve travel on Deerfoot Trail

The province is committing $478M to improve Deerfoot Trail, the busiest stretch of highway in Alberta.

The government has released details of a big plan to help ease congestion on Alberta’s busiest highway.

Alleged Calgary gang leader turns himself in to authorities

Nicholas Chan was charged with the first-degree murder of Kevin Anaya who was gunned down in 2008.

Accused Calgary gang leader Nick Chan turned himself in on Wednesday afternoon after he was ordered to do so by an Alberta court.

Pedestrian struck south of intersection of Macleod Trail and Southland Drive

Damage to the front end of a vehicle following a collision with a pedestrian Tuesday night near the intersection of Macleod Trail and Southland Drive South.

The southbound lanes of  Macleod Trail have been closed to traffic south of Southland Drive after a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle.

Southwest school warns parents after student allegedly approached by man in girls' washroom

Police were called to St. Cyril School in Cedarbrae on March 4, 2019 after a Grade 4 student was allegedly approached by an unknown man in a washroom

The principal of an elementary/junior high school in the southwest neighbourhood of Cedarbrae issued a letter to parents and guardians after a Grade 4 student allegedly encountered an unknown man in the girls' washroom.

Canada Olympic Park’s sliding track closes for the season, future unclear

WinSport says it is still in talks with the government about how it could keep the facility's track open. The refrigeration system, which is 30 years old, needs to be replaced.

It was the last day lugers had to race on the track at WinSport’s Canada Olympic Park this season, but there are doubts about whether there will ever be another season there.

Family of five and their pets unharmed following garage fire in Royal Oak

CFD members at the scene of a Wednesday night fire in an attached garage of a home in Royal Oak

A family in a northwest neighbourhood encountered smoke and an unusual odour early Wednesday evening after a fire broke out in their attached garage.

AHS issues public alert after traveller with measles visits Leduc while contagious

Alberta Health Services issued a public alert Sunday advising Edmonton-area residents that a passenger who arrived on a flight from Vancouver on Feb. 12 had a “lab-confirmed” case of measles.

The person visited several locations in and around Leduc on Feb. 12 and 13 while contagious and could have exposed others to the virus, according to AHS.

5 Tips When Looking for a General Dentist

Trying to find the right dentist can be tough. With so many options, and such numerous forms of treatment, knowing where to start can be confusing. To help you make the right choice, though, there are some general points to consider. 

Alberta’s education minister calls Kenney deceitful on school curriculum review

Alberta Education Minister David Eggen arrives for a cabinet meeting in Calgary, Alta., Thursday, May 28, 2015.

Alberta’s education minister says Opposition Leader Jason Kenney is being ignorant, deceptive, and deceitful when he brands the province’s sweeping rewrite of the school curriculum a Trojan Horse for NDP ideology.

New affordable housing facility opens in southwest Calgary

A new affordable housing facility opened at 4012 Bow Trail S.W. in Calgary on Tuesday.

A new affordable housing facility opened in southwest Calgary on Tuesday. Wildwood’s three-storey stacked townhomes at 4012 Bow Trail S.W. feature high-efficiency windows, water heaters and Energy Star label appliances for sustainability’s sake. All but one of its 48 units have already been filled.

Calgary man found guilty of second-degree murder in 2010 shooting death

Kyle Ledesma leaves Calgary court Sunday

A Calgary man has been found guilty of second-degree murder in the 2010 killing of a bartender.

Kyle Ledesma was convicted in connection to the shooting death of Dexter Bain back in 2010.

The 11-person jury delivered the guilty verdict Sunday afternoon after a four-week trial.

Rail line through Field, B.C. reopens after train derailment kills 3 workers

A train derailment is shown near Field, B.C., Monday, Feb. 4, 2019.

The rail line running through Field, B.C. that was the site of a train derailment that killed three Canadian Pacific (CP) workers on Monday has re-opened, a CP spokesperson said Wednesday.

“In close collaboration with Transport Canada, and upon completion of all necessary safety checks, CP’s mainline through Field, B.C. re-opened earlier today,” said CP spokesperson Salem Woodrow in an email to Global News.

Health Canada moving to restrict vape advertisements to youth

Health Canada is proposing new restrictions on advertising vaping products and e-cigarettes to minors, citing concerns about the products’ rising popularity among teens.

The proposed regulations, which have yet to be finalized, restrict advertising where youth might see it.

University of Calgary making free sports concussion course available to anybody who is interested

The campus of the University of Calgary, Saturday May 29, 2004. The University of Calgary is introducing a seven-week online course to improve concussion prevention, detection and management.

Research on concussions in sport has reached a tipping point where the University of Calgary is offering a free, online course to anyone and everyone.

IVF linked to slightly higher risk of pregnancy complications, study says

Laboratory microscopic research of IVF (in vitro fertilization).

Women who become pregnant using fertility treatments, particularly in-vitro fertilization, have a slightly higher risk of severe complications around the time of delivery compared to women who conceive naturally, research suggests.

Liberals’ 2019 budget to include partial prescription drugs coverage: report

The Liberals will propose a limited expansion to the country’s universal healthcare system in the spring budget, sources say.

OTTAWA/TORONTO — The federal Liberal government will propose a limited expansion to the country’s universal healthcare system in the spring budget, to cover part of the cost of prescription drugs, sources with direct knowledge of the matter told Reuters.

Super Awesome Science Show Recap: Coffee beans and genes

We take a look at how our own genetics can alter the way we taste coffee and how it affects our health.

Coffee is one of the world’s most beloved beverages. Long before it was made popular by the television show Friends, it stood as the drink that brought people together. Ironically, it’s also one of the most hotly debated subjects when it comes to health and taste. On this week’s episode of The Super Awesome Science Show, we examine one of the reasons behind this lack of consensus: Genetics.

Why NW Calgary Teeth Whitening is Worth the Investment

For anyone based in NW Calgary, you’ll no doubt have noticed teeth whitening services being offered. At Northmount Dental Care, we offer teeth whitening to residents of NW Calgary and surrounding areas at excellent rates. However, you might even wonder why you should use a teeth whitening service. After all, can’t you just clean them at home? Can’t you just use teeth whitening toothpaste or at-home whitening kits?