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Headlines: June 3, 2026

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  • Edmonton's stormwater infrastructure is effectively managing heavy rain, according to EPCOR, despite more than 70 millimetres of rainfall since May 31. Recent flooding near Yellowhead Trail originated from bare soil at a construction site, EPCOR said. Alberta Forestry issued a high streamflow advisory, warning of potential North Saskatchewan River flooding. Residents are advised to avoid stormwater ponds during ongoing rainfall.
  • Women and gender-diverse individuals are invited to apply for Camp Inspire, a free, three-day camp hosted by Edmonton Fire Rescue Services, in partnership with Fire Services Women Central Provinces and regional departments from Leduc, Morinville, St. Albert, Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, Strathcona County, and Sturgeon County, from Sept. 11 to 13. The program allows participants 18 and older to explore firefighting careers through hands-on training with professional firefighters. Applications are open through June 30, with no prior experience required.
  • The City of Edmonton is offering tours of its waste management facility as part of Environment Week celebrations for 2026. Residents can learn about waste processing methods, recycling technologies, and environmental impacts during the guided tours. Tours will be conducted at the Edmonton Waste Management Centre, offering a look at the city's efforts in waste reduction and recycling.
  • The Alberta government is allocating $125 million over four years to build a new facility for the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Edmonton, addressing significant population growth since 1983. The facility is intended to increase capacity for autopsies, improve lab efficiency, and support rapid response in complex cases. An additional $4.4 million is set for upgrading toxicology equipment.
  • The Canadian government has invested $22.8 million in Indigenous sport programs, focusing on expanding access to sport and physical activity for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities. In Edmonton, $1.2 million will fund three projects led by Indigenous organizations: the Indigenous Sport Council of Alberta, the Creating Hope Society, and Tribal Chiefs Ventures Inc. The funding, part of the Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities program, covers programming from 2026 to 2028.
  • The Edmonton Police Service is seeking a man in connection with a May 10 fire at a business near Commonwealth Stadium, which investigators say was deliberately set. Surveillance footage shows a man in a black Adidas sweater, blue jeans, and black-and-white Adidas shoes, riding an orange Marin mountain bike with a blue trailer. Anyone with information is asked to contact police.
  • River Cree Resort and Casino in Enoch celebrated a major milestone in its plans for a $200-million expansion, which aims to transform it into a "10-minute city." The project focuses on providing amenities and attractions that can all be reached within 10 minutes on foot or by transit. This development is expected to improve the local economy and increase the resort's appeal for both residents and visitors in the region.
  • Former Alberta justice Brian O'Ferrall has been appointed as chairman of the electoral boundaries advisory panel by a UCP-majority special committee. The Opposition NDP criticized the move, citing concerns over the limited pool of applicants and their political donations. O'Ferrall, who served more than a decade on Alberta's highest court, donated to the UCP and the Conservative Party.
  • The Red Deer Regional Airport experienced a significant surge in air traffic due to a 250% increase in medevac flights, and the opening of a new flight school, CBC News reported. Ashley Reierson with the airport credited a nearly complete $45-million expansion for accommodating the rise in medical transports. Emergency Health Services Alberta said in a statement it is looking into why the number of medical transports at the airport has increased. While discussions about commercial flights at the central Alberta airport continue, they remain unavailable. Instead, cargo operations show potential, given the infrastructure improvements.
  • The Edmonton Elks have added defensive back Tyshon Blackburn to the team's practice roster. Blackburn, a Calgary native, previously played two seasons with the Toronto Argonauts, participating in 35 games and securing a Grey Cup victory in 2024. He also played four seasons with the University of Alberta Golden Bears.