Business

Government looking to strengthen Alberta’s consumer protection laws

The Government is following changes to door-to-door sales and pay day loan regulations by reaching out to Albertans through an online survey and open houses this fall on a variety of consumer topics, including contract-related issues, including warranties and cancellation rights, as well as shopping-related concerns including transparency in pricing and reward points. […]

Province

UCP select Interim Caucus

Interim United Conservative Party Leader Nathan Cooper announced the Interim Caucus Leadership Team that he says will guide the caucus over the next few months. […]

Province

Province investing in Indigenous language revitalization

The Alberta government is giving a $665,000 grant to the Canadian Indigenous Language and Literacy Development Institute to help enhance Indigenous language acquisition for Alberta students by ensuring instructors can acquire training and certification.
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Province

Alberta covering costs of medical abortion drug Mifegymiso

Alberta has followed New Brunswick to become the second province to cover the costs of the medical abortion drug, Mifegymiso.

Sarah Hoffman, Minister of Health, announced Monday that Mifegymiso is now available to all women in the province at no cost to them. […]

Province

Cooper selected as Interim Leader of United Conservatives

Following the past weekend’s unity vote for Alberta conservatives, members of the legacy Wildrose and Progressive Conservative caucuses held their first joint meeting as united conservatives Monday. During that meeting, Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills MLA Nathan Cooper was selected as the new party’s interim leader.
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Arts & Culture

Locals recognized by Senator Black

Gib Boddez was one of two people selected from Morinville to receive the Senator’s Contribution Award.

The Award is in recognition of his outstanding dedication to the Town of Morinville community through volunteerism and civic engagement. The certificate and accompanying letter are signed by The Honourable Douglas Black, Q.C. Senator- Alberta.
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Province

Police focusing on young drivers this month

Alberta RCMP are reminding young drivers travelling on provincial roads and highways to exercise caution and avoid distractions. Police say July can be a dangerous one for motorists, especially young drivers who are most involved in fatal collisions during this month. […]

Business

Patio season gets fewer rules

New government policy that includes fewer restrictions on how patios are built will now make it easier for licensed venues to offer the type of patio experience customers want.
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Local News

Locals competing in 2017 Special Olympics

Three Morinville residents are off to Medicine Hat to compete in the 2017 Special Olympics Alberta Summer Games July 7 to 9. Jake Weismantel, Chris Schmidt, and Alexis Morgan-Taylor are all part of a St. Albert softball team competing in the games. […]

Province

Alberta looking to fight racism

Premier Rachel Notley has asked Minister of Education David Eggen to gather input on ways the government can fight racism, and promote acceptance, and an inclusive society.
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Province

New provincial programs will help Indigenous communities cut greenhouse gas emissions, reduce energy bills and create jobs

The government has announced seven new programs to help 48 First Nations and eight Metis Settlements in Alberta invest in local renewable projects, energy-efficiency audits and training for jobs in a low-carbon economy. […]

Province

Province investing in 17 homeless shelters

The province is investing in $1.2 million for capital maintenance and upgrades in 17 homeless shelters across the province to ensure they remain safe and accessible to all Albertans; the government announced last week.
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