Category Archives: Alberta
Alberta announces support for businesses implementing REP
Eligible organizations participating in the Restrictions Exemption Program (REP) can now apply for a $2,000 grant to help offset some of the implementation costs.Officials with the Alberta government ...
Nov 18, 2021
Dead horse on Ya Ha Tinda Ranch possibly mistaken for elk
RCMP say a horse belonging to Ya Ha Tinda Ranch, the only federally-owned working ranch in Canada, was found dead this week.The ranch is located about a two-hour drive southwest of Rocky Mountain Hous...
Nov 18, 2021
No-win situation for Alberta premier at upcoming meeting: political scientist
CALGARY - Political scientists say Alberta Premier Jason Kenney faces a no-win situation at his party's annual meeting in Calgary this weekend over mounting questions about his leadership. Duane Bratt...
Nov 18, 2021
Province announces $131-million for emissions reduction projects
The Alberta Government is dolling out a second round of grants this month for projects aimed at increasing energy efficiency and reducing emissions.They are investing up to $131-million into the Indus...
Nov 18, 2021
Alberta coal policy panel accused of bias, U.S. influence in letters to ministers
A group of Albertans are attacking a panel charged with gathering public opinion on coal mining in the province, saying it's biased against industry and influenced by United States environmental group...
Nov 18, 2021
Province will not mandate COVID vaccines for K-12 students
Alberta's Minister of Education says, while COVID-19 vaccines will be highly encouraged for eligible youth, they will not be required to get them.Adriana LaGrange issued a letter to parents on Wednesd...
Nov 18, 2021
Province extending COVID supports in homeless & women's shelters
The Alberta Government made a multi-pronged announcement Wednesday that will benefit people accessing shelters.Premier Jason Kenney said $21.5 million will be utilized province-wide for these faciliti...
Nov 17, 2021
New legislation aims to improve Alberta’s waste management approach
New provincial legislation is aiming to strengthen Alberta's waste management approach to help create jobs and keep plastics in the economy instead of creating environmental waste.If passed, the Envir...
Nov 17, 2021
RCMP, PM recognize Métis Week, Louis Riel Day, as events happening all week
Alberta RCMP and others are recognizing Mtis Week, Nov. 14-20. A flag was raised this week at 'K' Division headquarters in honour of the week which celebrates Mtis, culture, history and people.The wee...
Nov 17, 2021
Red Deer Justice Film Festival partners virtually with Calgary
The Red Deer Justice Film Festival is once again going virtual this year, from Nov. 18 - 21, in partnership with the Calgary Justice Film Festival.The festival presents new documentaries each day, cho...
Nov 17, 2021