Category Archives: Alberta
Premier’s Office releases Respectful Workplace Policy
A new Respectful Workplace Policy for political staff in the Government of Alberta has been released after a comprehensive review of human resources policies.Government officials say the Respectful Wo...
May 31, 2022
Alberta taking new actions for youth affected by pandemic
The Government of Alberta says it is to take new actions to support children and youth affected by the pandemic.The cross-ministry action plan is informed, the government says, by the Child and Youth ...
May 31, 2022
New tool designed to help improve police response to mental health calls
The Provincial Government is implementing a new system that will help police services across the province treat mental health and addiction as health care issues.HealthIM is a new system that equips p...
May 31, 2022
Province announces more flexible rules for businesses
The provincial government has new rules it says will help make Alberta the most competitive and attractive place to do business in Canada.Government officials say amendments made to the Business Corpo...
May 31, 2022
Alberta Chief Firearms Officer calls proposed federal firearms bill an intrusion
The Alberta Chief Firearms Officer responded to the federal government's proposed changes to firearms legislation during a news conference on May 30, 2022.The federal Liberal government tabled new gun...
May 31, 2022
Travis Toews announces run for UCP leadership
Alongside family and friends, Travis Toews announced on May 31, 2022 that he will be seeking the leadership of the United Conservative Party. Toews resigned as Alberta's finance minister earlier today...
May 31, 2022
‘Yellowstone’ actor Kevin Costner picked as Calgary Stampede parade marshal
CALGARY, AB - "Yellowstone" star Kevin Costner has been named parade marshal at this year's Calgary Stampede.The role goes to someone who "exemplifies western culture and tradition," and organizers sa...
May 31, 2022
Hot summer temperatures, big storms to sweep much of Canada, Weather Network predicts
TORONTO - Seasonal or higher than normal temperatures across much of the country will offer Canadians a chance to enjoy the summer, but predictions from a prominent national forecaster warn the humidi...
May 31, 2022
Alberta celebrates the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
In celebration of the 70th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's reign, Alberta's government is hosting free public events and activities.Government officials say events will take place across Alberta a...
May 30, 2022
Olds College signs MOU with Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Olds College and Saskatchewan Polytechnic have signed an official Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate in joint activities on the Olds College Saskatchewan Smart Farm including student wor...
May 30, 2022