Category Archives: Alberta
Provincial government putting more money into the primary health care system
The provincial government says it is putting $243 million over three years into the primary health care system. In a release, the government says that includes $125 million to work on recommendations ...
Feb 21, 2023
Alberta government announces new community grant funding
The provincial government is providing more grant money to help build strong and vibrant communities. More than $38 million will flow through two separate programs aimed at enhancing public facilities...
Feb 21, 2023
Alberta, Saskatchewan methane emissions almost 4 times more than reported: research
New research using advanced technology suggests heavy oil facilities in Alberta and Saskatchewan are releasing almost four times the amount of a powerful greenhouse gas than they report to government....
Feb 21, 2023
Alberta Council of Women's Shelters to release Workforce Survey Report
Building on the Valentine's Day "Love a Shelter" campaign, the Alberta Council of Women's Shelters (ACWS) is releasing a report that demonstrates the unprecedented circumstances the province's domesti...
Feb 20, 2023
Alberta government names five new members to Preston Manning-led COVID review panel
EDMONTON, AB - The Alberta government has named five members to a COVID-19 review panel led by former Reform Party leader Preston Manning, one of whom was recently fired along with the rest of the gov...
Feb 18, 2023
University of Lethbridge graduate says working for TV series ‘The Last Of Us’ was surreal
LETHBRIDGE, AB - University of Lethbridge (U of L) graduate Lindsey Kapitzke says working on the production crew for the worldwide hit 'The Last Of Us' marked a career milestone for her.The HBO series...
Feb 17, 2023
Celebrate Family Day at the Alberta Legislature
On Monday, February 20, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., visitors of all ages are invited to celebrate Family Day at the Alberta Legislature with free indoor entertainment, education and activities.Both the Le...
Feb 17, 2023
New health advocate appointed to guide Albertans
Alberta's government announced the appointment of Catherine D. Douglas as the new Health and Mental Health Advocate this week.Officials say Alberta's Health and Mental Health Advocate guides Albertans...
Feb 17, 2023
Survey finds many Albertans not in favour of provincial police service
A new survey has found that many Albertans are opposed to the idea of replacing the RCMP with a new provincial police service.A poll was conducted by Calgary-based Janet Brown for Alberta Municipaliti...
Feb 17, 2023
Trails Act implemented in Alberta, collaboration with two recreational organizations
The province says it's supporting safe and accessible trails across Alberta by appointing two provincial community organizations to be designated trail managers. With the implementation of the Trails ...
Feb 17, 2023