Category Archives: Alberta
Alberta government expanding investment to create learning opportunities on the job
The Government of Alberta is expanding on-the-job learning opportunities for post-secondary students.The provincial government is investing $6 million over the next three years in order to support an ...
Oct 7, 2022
"Chaos costs, conflict": Notley says UCP leader out of touch with Alberta concerns
EDMONTON - Alberta's Opposition leader says the province is due for more chaos, costs and conflict after Danielle Smith's victory last night in the United Conservative Party leadership race. After Smi...
Oct 7, 2022
Regulator will not review decision on Pigeon Lake feedlot proposal
An Alberta regulator says it won't review its decision to reject a proposed cattle feedlot near a popular recreational lake.The Natural Resources Conservation Board says all issues surrounding the pro...
Oct 7, 2022
Redemption: Danielle Smith aims to be 'force of unity' as new Alberta premier
CALGARY - The political story of Danielle Smith is one of triumph then defeat, followed by betrayal, banishment and, now, redemption. Smith, a 51-year-old Alberta-born journalist and restaurant owner ...
Oct 6, 2022
UCP leadership vote results delayed
The province will soon know who United Conservative Party members have chosen to be the next leader and premier of Alberta.Watch a livestream of the announcement hereMail-in and in-person ballots are ...
Oct 6, 2022
New proposed arrangements with Alberta’s prosecutors and legal aid lawyers
LETHBRIDGE, AB - Two groups of lawyers working in Alberta's criminal justice system are set to vote on potential new changes.The Government of Alberta has reached a tentative agreement with the Albert...
Oct 6, 2022
Local school divisions take up province on dual credit course funding
Students in grades 10, 11 and 12 are being given more dual credit opportunities by the Government of Alberta.The province announced publicly this week it is providing $4 million to school authorities ...
Oct 6, 2022
Alberta improving quality standards for those accessing psychedelics
The province is introducing new quality standards which will ensure Albertans accessing psychedelic assisted therapy receive high-quality care overseen my mental health professionals.An emerging field...
Oct 6, 2022
Alberta United Conservatives head to polls on final voting day to replace Kenney
CALGARY - Albertans will learn today who the new premier of the province will be. Voting is wrapping up by members of the United Conservative Party to select a successor to Premier Jason Kenney. Kenne...
Oct 6, 2022
Province taking steps to protect post-secondary international relationships
Alberta's government says it is exploring a new approach to post-secondary institutions' international agreements.Gordon Houlden, described by the province as a respected former Canadian diplomat and ...
Oct 5, 2022