Bill Graveland
Reporter for The Canadian Press
About Bill Graveland
Trudeau says naysayers on Canada's carbon-pricing plan using 'scare tactics'
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he is aiming to counter the "political torque and misinformation" on the federal government's controversial carbon-pricing plan.
Justin Trudeau greeted by supporters, protesters in Alberta Conservative heartland
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was greeted by a couple of thousand enthusiastic supporters in a southeastern Alberta city known for its staunch support of the Conservative party.
Judge in "knees together" case admits "non-existent" knowledge of criminal law
A Federal Court judge facing possible removal from the bench for inappropriate remarks he made to a sex assault complainant admits his knowledge of Canadian criminal law at the time was "non-existent.
Ottawa looking for 'middle ground' in revamp of temporary foreign worker program
Federal Immigration Minister John McCallum expects a report next month on a revamp to the temporary foreign worker program.
Defamation decision in favour of Scud Stud Arthur Kent likely won't be appealed
Last month a judge ruled Postmedia and its former columnist Don Martin defamed Kent while he was running for a seat in the Alberta legislature in 2008.
Notley eager for feds to approve pipelines
Premier Rachel Notley says there can’t be any unnecessary federal delays when it comes approving a new pipeline — any pipeline — to transport Alberta’s oil to international markets.
Fort McMurray first responders honoured at Calgary Stampede parade
The fire−ravaged city of Fort McMurray had a prominent spot in this year’s Calgary Stampede parade.
"Hey! This is the future."
The "next generation" in a Star-Trek-obsessed southern Alberta community involves a solar park and art display.
Care must be taken in restoring utilities to Fort McMurray: Atco boss
Crews are working around the clock to restore power and natural gas to the fire−ravaged city of Fort McMurray, but it’s slow and dangerous work.
'It's devastating:' Alberta landowners face loss of properties to prevent flood
"My kids are fifth generation here and it's devastating that you think all of this will be ripped from us. It's homes, families, heritage and businesses."