Trades college, union building in Edmonton on lockdown after parking lot shooting
A union representing pipefitters in Edmonton says its buildings, including a trade college, are on lockdown following a shooting in a parking lot.
The United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 488 says police have responded and are investigating.
The buildings are located in northwest Edmonton and include the Alberta Pipe Trades College.
The union says it's co-operating with police and asking people to avoid sharing unverified information.
It says the safety of staff, instructors, members and students are of the highest priority.
The union says it plans to share further updates when more information becomes available.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 16, 2026.
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Air Canada and United look to renew joint venture deal for Canada-U.S. flights
Air Canada says it has signed a deal to renew and expand its joint venture agreement with United Airlines for flights between Canada and the United States.
The Montreal-based airline says the partnership continues to deliver meaningful results for its customers and communities.
The airline has submitted the amended and restated agreement to Transport Canada for approval.
Transport Canada says the two airlines have operated under the arrangement, which allows them to work together on certain routes, since 2022.
Air Canada made the announcement as it released several new routes for flights to the U.S. that will begin next summer.
The airline says it will launch new service between Toronto and Louisville, Montreal and Indianapolis, and Edmonton and Newark. It will also increase capacity between Edmonton and San Francisco.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 16, 2026.
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Durham Region constable charged with assault over incident during arrest: police
A Durham regional police officer has been charged with assault over an incident the force says happened during an arrest.
Police say Const. Brandon Welsh-Battiste faces one count of assault and has been released on an undertaking.
They say Welsh-Battiste has served three years with the force and has been reassigned to administrative duties until the court case is finished.
He will then face an internal investigation.
Police did not provide any details regarding the alleged assault.
Investigators are asking anyone with information about the case to come forward.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 16, 2026.
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