Category Archives: Alberta
Canadian privacy regulators launch principles for responsible development and use of generative AI
Federal, provincial, and territorial privacy authorities have launched a set of principles to advance the responsible, trustworthy, and privacy-protective development and use of generative artificial ...
Dec 07, 2023
'Crossed my line': Calgary traffic reporter goes viral after response to body comment
CALGARY - TV traffic reporter Leslie Horton developed a thick skin over the years because of nasty feedback from viewers, but she unleashed a viral smackdown last week after she says one of them "cros...
Dec 07, 2023
Funding announced to boost security for at-risk schools in Alberta
The Government of Alberta has announced increased funding to improve safety at Islamic and Jewish faith-based schools.The Alberta Security Infrastructure Program (ASIP) grant is being expanded to incl...
Dec 07, 2023
Dairy farmers raising funds for Alberta Children’s Hospital this holiday season
Dairy farmers in Alberta are raising funds to support children this holiday season.Throughout the month of December, community members are encouraged to help Alberta Milk support the Alberta Children'...
Dec 07, 2023
Alberta reacts to federal emissions cap on oil and gas sector
Canada's oil and gas industry says the emissions cap framework announced by Ottawa could result in significant production curtailments by companies. The Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CA...
Dec 07, 2023
Cap on greenhouse gas emissions singles out Alberta, Premier Smith says
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says Ottawa's proposed cap on greenhouse gas emissions from the oilpatch singles out her province for punitive measures and she promises another court fight with the fed...
Dec 07, 2023
Provincial government taking action to prevent wildfires
EDMONTON, AB - The Government of Alberta is investing $5 million into the Community Fireguard Program.The government is actively pursuing opportunities to increase wildfire preparedness after the blaz...
Dec 07, 2023
Alberta Health services appoints new President and CEO
EDMONTON, AB - Alberta Health Services (AHS) has named its new President and CEO.Athana Mentzelopoulos will take over the position previously held by Mauro Chies. Mentzelopoulos was previously the Exe...
Dec 07, 2023
Alberta announces more funding for film and TV production
LETHBRIDGE, AB - Alberta is continuing its push as a hot spot for film and television production.On December 7, 2023, the province announced that the Alberta Made Screen Industries Program will suppor...
Dec 07, 2023
Calgary mayor says she won't attend Hanukkah ceremony because it's too political
Calgary's mayor says she won't attend the annual menorah lighting ceremony to mark the beginning of Hanukkah. Mayor Jyoti Gondek posted a statement last night on the social media site X, formerly know...
Dec 07, 2023