Global News spoke to a mother who fled an abusive relationship with nothing but two suitcases and her child. We are not disclosing her name due to safety reasons.

In March, the province approved the raising of the mine's tailings dam by four metres, saying it was necessary to manage spring runoff.

The Sturgeon River between Big Lake and downtown St. Albert is a popular spot for kayakers and paddleboarders, but they are being advised to avoid the waterway due to bacteria.