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Smith says immigration needs revamp, will discuss tonight
By ZOE MASON on February 19th, 2026
zmason@medicinehatnews.com Premier Danielle Smith spoke briefly on immigration Wednesday following online comments by two high-ranking staffers. The premier suggested immigration will be a topic she will touch on during Thursday evening’s televised address. Smith’s chief of staff Rob Anderson responded to a post on X about population growth in comparative perspective, which showed Canada’s population ... Read More »
1 responseAlberta Municipalities wants more infrastructure investment in budget
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 19th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Alberta Municipalities released a statement Wednesday asking the provincial government to increase investment in infrastructure ahead of next week’s budget announcement. Alberta Municipalities, which represents 264 municipalities across the province including Medicine Hat, says current provincial investments in local infrastructure fall short of meeting demand. The release states that over the last 15 years, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Council approves changes to community grant scoring metrics
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 19th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com City councillors approved changes to how events and applications will score when they apply for funding through Community Vibrancy Grants. The changes update how the city ranks a festival or event throughout its scoring rubric, which weighs different elements of the event such as social, arts, cultural and heritage value to the community, as ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!County posts significant operational surplus in 2025
By medicinehatnews on February 19th, 2026
Cypress County’s operational review for 2025 looks bright with a surplus of $15.9 million. General municipal revenue was up over the year, with most of the $6.3-million positive variance coming from property taxes, reassessments and investments. Expenses were under budget despite board additions, elections and several new positions at the county. Community services, conversely, came ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nomination window for Top 7 Over 70 Awards opens March 2
By medicinehatnews on February 19th, 2026
With the beginning of nominations for the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta’s 7 Over 70 Awards just around the corner, residents are invited to start thinking of those among them who might be deserving of recognition. The award follows in the footsteps of the Calgary Top 7 Over 70 Awards, which were founded in 2017 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!RCMP in Brooks hosting pair of town halls next week
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 19th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Brooks RCMP is inviting residents to attend town hall meetings in Brooks and Rainier next week to engage with local officers, provide feedback and learn about trends and programs. Members of the Brooks RCMP will host a public town hall event inside the Rainier Hall at 7 p.m. on the evening of Feb. 24 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Public school division receives funding for classroom supports
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 19th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Public School Division has received funding from the province to support growing complexities in the classroom. The school division has received funding for eight new classroom complexity teams that will support elementary aged students. Each team will consist of one teacher and two educational assistants that will provide in-class support in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!It’s Old News: Canada’s best not good enough in 1998
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 19th, 2026
The National Hockey League’s debut at the 1998 Winter Olympics brought a dream experience for Canada fans. Two weeks later, it ended in nightmare. The 1998 Winter Games, hosted in Nagano, Japan, marked the first time the NHL took a break to allow national teams to include NHLers from each participating country. Canada and the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Noah, Olivia continue reigns as top baby names in Alberta
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 18th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The list of names given to babies in Alberta last year was released Tuesday, and it contained few surprises. The top name in the province for boys was Noah for the seventh year in a row, while Olivia retained the top spot on the girls list for the 13th straight year. Olivia has remained ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Southeastern Alberta Teachers’ Convention will be in Medicine Hat this week
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 18th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The annual Southeastern Alberta Teachers’ Convention is arriving in Medicine Hat this week. More than 1,000 teachers are expected at Medicine Hat College on Thursday and Friday. The convention is intended for members of the Alberta Teachers’ Association only, and the itinerary offers dozens of sessions to help teachers pursue personal and professional growth. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ottawa commits nearly $6 million for five projects in southern Alberta
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 18th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The federal government announced Tuesday a new investment of nearly $6 million to support businesses in southern Alberta. Eleanor Olszewski, the federal Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience, and the minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, was in Calgary on Tuesday to announce the funding, which will be divided among five projects ... Read More »
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