Alberta

Anti-UCP signs posted to Premier Danielle Smith's constituency office

Premier Danielle Smith's constituency office in Medicine Hat was seen decorated with homemade signs Sunday with messages denouncing some of her government's policies.We Don't Trust Dani, Lies Lies Lie...

Sheldon Spackman Jan 28, 2024

Alberta NDP finalize rules for leadership race which will run Feb. 5 until June 22

Candidates can begin the paperwork to declare they want to be the next leader of the Alberta NDP on Jan. 29, kicking off a race Feb. 5 that will culminate on June 22.The location for the party's leade...

Sheldon Spackman Jan 27, 2024

'Privacy of Albertans is non-negotiable': Alberta strengthening privacy laws, creating framework

Alberta's government wants to amend privacy law to ensure that the penalties for misusing the data of Albertans or violating their privacy are the strongest in Canada.It's one proposal of many initiat...

Sheldon Spackman Jan 26, 2024

AISH recipients to receive payments earlier than normal

LETHBRIDGE, AB - The Government of Alberta has announced a change in when people with disabilities can expect to receive their benefits. Beginning with the March 2024 payment cycle, people who are par...

Sheldon Spackman Jan 26, 2024

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith blasted for Tucker Carlson interview

Alberta New Democrats blasted Premier Danielle Smith on Thursday for spending time with former Fox News anchor Tucker Carlson.Smith spent time with Carlson, author Jordan Peterson and newspaper figure...

Jan 25, 2024

Stakeholder Engagement Plan announced for Innovative Technology Development Sector

The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC) of Alberta is announcing its plan to engage the innovative technology development sector in the province. Officials say the OIPC's new sta...

Jan 25, 2024

Alberta government supporting new adventures in the province

Alberta's government says it is continuing to invest in diverse tourism destinations, revitalizing communities, generating jobs and supporting businesses across the province. In 2022, government offic...

Jan 25, 2024

Albertans encouraged to help shape health care online

A new online engagement tool is enabling Albertans to share ideas on refocusing health care and how to improve and strengthen delivery of services across the province.On Jan. 16, Alberta's government ...

Jan 25, 2024

Child and Youth Advocate calls on government to improve services and supports for young people with disabilities

The Office of the Child and Youth Advocate (OCYA) has released Beyond Barriers: A Special Report on Young People with Disabilities in the Child Intervention and Youth Justice Systems. Through this rep...

Sheldon Spackman Jan 25, 2024

Elections Alberta releases updated contribution and expense limits

Elections Alberta has released updated contribution and expense limits as it pertains to provincial elections.Following a Provincial General Election, officials say Elections Alberta is responsible fo...

Jan 25, 2024