A look back at Northlands Coliseum, Alberta’s $100 rebate, and a tornado: The week’s top news stories

Premier Danielle Smith's government will offer one-time, $100 payments to nearly 3.4 million Albertans starting next month to help with affordability.

These are the stories that dominated Edmontonians’ interest this week.

A history of the Northlands Coliseum

CTV News Edmonton took a look back at the legacy of the Northlands Coliseum, which now sits empty and will eventually be demolished, from the first National Hockey League game it hosted, to its biggest non-hockey moments.

Alberta Energy Rebate

More than three million Albertans are eligible for a one-time $100 payment from the provincial government, which it is offering to help with the high cost of living. Here’s how to apply for it.

Tornado lands in northern Alberta

A tornado caused significant damage in the community of Girouxville, Alta., Monday evening. The storm is believed to have tracked east after that, and officials are investigating other possible touchdowns.

Tent caterpillar population exploding

Alberta’s tent caterpillar population is thriving in the current weather conditions. While they are harmless and an important part of the food chain, population booms can carry some risks. Here’s how to deal with them in your own backyard.

Senior government aide takes shot at First Nations communities

In response to First Nations chiefs accusing Alberta Premier Danielle Smith of treason over the October referendum, her executive director, Bruce McAllister, said in a social media post on Thursday they should focus on their own problems. After listing addiction, poverty, housing issues and domestic violence, among other issues, McAllister asked, “Shouldn’t the priority be fixing these failures for these people?”