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Alberta Halts Health Procurement Amid Controversy

                                                      Alberta Premier Danielle Smith  Alberta’s government has abruptly ended procurement negotiations with two companies linked to Edmonton businessman Sam Mraiche , a figure at the centre of a growing health care scandal. The firms were in talks to build private surgical facilities in Red Deer and Lethbridge , but the United Conservative government announced the termination following mounting criticism over transparency and potential conflicts of interest. The decision comes after weeks of scrutiny over Mraiche’s involvement in provincial health contracts. Allegations of inflated prices, political pressure, and questionable procurement practices have fueled public concern, prompting Alberta’s auditor general to launch an investigation into the health authority’s contracti...

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Ontario Braces for Brutal Cold: Coldest Temperatures of the Year Arrive


Ontario is experiencing a dramatic temperature drop as the coldest air of the year sweeps across the province. After a brief warm-up on Saturday, temperatures are expected to plummet by as much as 20-24°C within 18-24 hours. The Arctic air mass will bring frigid conditions, with some areas seeing temperatures drop to -28°C by Monday.

Residents are advised to bundle up and limit outdoor exposure to avoid frostbite and hypothermia. Travelers should be cautious of icy roads and potential snowfall, especially around Lake Huron. The cold snap is expected to last until Wednesday, with lake-effect snow likely to continue throughout the week.



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