Category Archives: Alberta
Alberta Pulse Growers commits $3 million over five years to root rot research
The Alberta Pulse Growers Commission (APG) approved an investment of $3 million over five years for research projects that reduce the risk of root rot.APG officials say root rot continues to be a majo...
Apr 09, 2023
NDP promises tuition freeze, but public interest group says it isn't enough
The NDP say they'll freeze post-secondary tuition if elected this May, but one organization believes their promise doesn't go far enough.This week, the Official Opposition announced it would freeze tu...
Apr 08, 2023
Canadian woman released from Syrian camp released on bail in Alberta
OTTAWA - A Canadian woman who was returned from a prison camp in Syria this week has been released on bail in Edmonton pending a terrorism peace bond application. RCMP in Alberta say the 38-year-old w...
Apr 07, 2023
Record number of organ transplants performed in Alberta in 2022
Alberta Health Services (AHS) is reporting its highest-ever number of organ transplants in a single year.In 2022, they say 491 organ transplants were performed in the province, exceeding the previous ...
Apr 07, 2023
Alberta Mounties reminding drivers about the dangers of speeding
As spring inches closer and closer, RCMP officers across the province would like to remind drivers about the dangers of speeding.Alberta RCMP Traffic Inspector, Chris Romanchych said in a release, "Co...
Apr 06, 2023
Alberta government promises to provide faster access to surgical services
The provincial government has promised to provide Albertans with faster access to surgical services in the publicly funded health care system.They say the funding in Budget 2023 aims to build capacity...
Apr 06, 2023
Province investing in hospital pharmacy upgrades
Officials with the Alberta government announced this week that pharmacies in hospitals, cancer centres and other health facilities will be upgraded to improve the safety of patients and staff.Official...
Apr 06, 2023
Alberta premier says politicians cannot talk to accused, but her call was OK
EDMONTON - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, a week after she was overheard on a leaked phone call offering to help an accused with his upcoming criminal trial, says MLAs and cabinet ministers are not f...
Apr 06, 2023
Premier addresses rural crime at Brooks town hall meeting
BROOKS, AB - The premier says Alberta communities are becoming more dangerous."In my view the number one job of the government is to make sure people feel safe, they dont right now."Premier Danielle S...
Apr 06, 2023
Province celebrates Albertans who make communities safe
The Alberta government has recognized 11 organizations and individuals with Alberta Community Justice Awards for their work improving safety in their communities.The awards honour Albertans who find w...
Apr 05, 2023