Category Archives: Alberta

Business booming in Alberta, province says
The Government of Alberta says the province is attracting more and more new business, with an average of 1,945 more active business from January-July when compared to the same period last year. This m...
Oct 29, 2024

2024 wildfire season recap
As October comes to an end, so does the wildfire season in Alberta.Alberta Wildfire says 2024 was busier than the average season, but not as severe as the record-breaking season in 2023. 1,217 wildfir...
Oct 29, 2024

Alberta Premier Smith says lower-than-forecast oil prices could mean budget deficit
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says a potential budget deficit next year is not off the table.Her government's 2024 budget initially projected a surplus of $367 million when it was tabled in February....
Oct 29, 2024

Alberta applying for a judicial review of federal carbon price, calling it unfair
EDMONTON - Premier Danielle Smith says Alberta has applied for a judicial review of Ottawa's exemption of the carbon levy on home heating oil. She says it's "blatantly" unfair to Albertans who rely on...
Oct 29, 2024

Alberta legislature fall sitting kicks off with rights bill, transgender policy
Premier Danielle Smith's government is kicking off its fall sitting with a focus on bills that the Opposition NDP says are aimed at catering to "fringe" elements of Smith's United Conservative Party. ...
Oct 28, 2024

Alberta legislature sitting to kick off with focus on rights bill, transgender policy
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's government is set to start its fall sitting with a focus on bills that the Opposition NDP says are aimed at catering to "fringe" elements of Smith's United Conservativ...
Oct 28, 2024

Duty counsel recognized nationwide for upholding legal rights
This Oct. 27 marked annual Duty Counsel Day, which is marked on the calendar to recognize the work those lawyers do in ensuring that those in conflict with the law can utilize their Charter right to l...
Oct 28, 2024

Alberta government publishes 2024 Accessibility Design Guide
Alberta has published a new guide to help architects, construction companies and the public understand what's needed to make buildings more accessible for those with mobility challenges.Municipal Affa...
Oct 25, 2024

Alberta legislature sitting to kick off with focus on rights bill, transgender policy
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's government is set to start its fall sitting with a focus on bills that the Opposition NDP says are aimed at catering to ``fringe'' elements of Smith's United Conservat...
Oct 25, 2024

Alberta pushes feds for amendments to pandemic preparedness bill, cites risks to agriculture
The Government of Alberta is asking for amendments to Canada's Bill C-293, citing that in its current state, it poses notable risks to the province's agriculture and food industries. Bill C-293, An Ac...
Oct 25, 2024