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The Calgary Humane Society is facing a surge in animal surrenders and a shortage of volunteers to care for them. Due to the lack of pet-friendly housing and financial pressures, the number of people giving up their pets has increased significantly. With a waitlist of 200 dogs and an average of 4,000-5,000 animals admitted annually, the shelter is appealing for more volunteers to provide much-needed care and enrichment to the animals. The society emphasizes the importance of adopting to create space for homeless and unwanted animals in need of safe and loving homes.

The Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) has received a $30 million donation from Don and Ruth Taylor, leading to the establishment of the Taylor Family Campus Centre. The donation marks a significant milestone in SAIT’s history and will enhance the institution’s facilities and educational offerings. The new centre is scheduled to be completed in 2027 and will span approximately 270,000 square feet, becoming a central hub for the campus community.

A man is in critical condition in hospital after being pulled from the Bow River on Thursday afternoon. Calgary police say around 3:45 p.m. they were called to an area along the river near the Crowchild Trail overpass in the city’s northwest for reports an unresponsive man was floating down the river. The Calgary Fire Department helped to remove the man from the water. He was then transported to hospital in critical condition. The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact police.

Calgary police have charged a 16-year-old with two counts of attempted murder after an incident in the downtown core. Investigators are seeking the assistance of a Good Samaritan who may have witnessed the incident and can provide valuable information. The victims, a man and a woman, were attacked by the suspect, who attempted to stab the man and chased them both. The female victim sought refuge under a parked car, while the male victim sought help from patrol officers. Upon arrival, officers apprehended the suspect after he attempted to flee. Both victims escaped unharmed and are not acquainted with the accused. The teenager will appear in court on June 6th. Investigators urge anyone with information or knowledge of the Good Samaritan to contact the police at 403-266-1234 or Crime Stoppers to relay any anonymous tips.

Calgary author Maria Marianayagam’s latest book, The Amazing Power of Girls, aims to inspire young girls to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). By introducing foundational physics concepts like gravity and buoyancy, the book aims to ignite a passion for STEM subjects in young minds.

One person sustained serious injuries following a stabbing incident at Chinook Mall in Calgary on Thursday morning. Authorities responded to the scene near one of the mall’s entrances at approximately 11:40 a.m. Emergency Medical Services transported the adult victim to the hospital in a stable but serious condition. The suspect initially fled the scene but was swiftly apprehended at the Chinook LRT station. Investigations are ongoing.

A 43-year-old educational assistant from Crossfield, Alberta, named Thijs Gordon Vogelzang, has been arrested and charged with sexual interference, possession of child pornography, and making child pornography following a six-month investigation by the RCMP. Vogelzang was employed at W.H. Croxford High School and W.G. Murdoch High School in Crossfield and has been fired. Rocky View Schools is fully cooperating with the investigation and is providing support to students and staff.

In a thrilling conclusion to the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL)’s inaugural season, the Minnesota Whitecaps skated away with the Walter Cup after defeating the Boston Pride 3-0 in the winner-take-all Game 5. Kendall Coyne Schofield, a three-time Olympian and advocate for women’s hockey, sealed the victory with an empty-net goal. Minnesota overcame adversity, including a five-game losing streak entering the playoffs and a blown overtime goal in Game 4, to capture the championship. Despite falling short, the Boston Pride and goalie Aerin Frankel earned the respect of the sold-out crowd at the Tsongas Center with their strong performance throughout the playoffs. The PWHL made significant strides in its first year, attracting large crowds and increasing the visibility of women’s hockey. However, challenges remain, including limited national broadcasting in the United States and the need for team nicknames. As the league looks ahead to its second season, the success of the inaugural campaign provides a solid foundation for continued growth and development of women’s professional hockey.

A joyous graduation day turned into a tragedy for a family and friends of a teenager who was struck and killed by a train in northwest Calgary on Tuesday afternoon. The 17-year-old victim was celebrating his upcoming high school graduation with a group of friends at the Bow River when they decided to cross a nearby train bridge. Witnesses reported that the victim’s foot got caught as he was attempting to cross the tracks and he was struck by an oncoming train. Despite efforts to warn the victim, he was unable to escape in time. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of teens engaging in risky behavior near train tracks, particularly during graduation season. Rail company CPKS has installed safety measures such as locked fences and signs to deter people from trespassing on the tracks, but the community is questioning whether more needs to be done to prevent future tragedies.

On May 9, a protest encampment was established at the University of Calgary in support of the Palestinian-led Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement. Campus security called police in response, and officers attempted to negotiate with protesters before dispersing the encampment using pepper balls and OC grenades. Four arrests were made, and no charges were laid. The students’ union is calling for an independent investigation into the police response and the university’s decision-making.