Province
Government claims success on the economy; opposition calls it a failure
The Government of Alberta sang its praises Thursday for a growing economy, returning jobs and a decrease in the deficit by $2.5 billion.
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Suicide prevention funding among new government initiatives to protect children and families
The Alberta government says is strengthening kinship care assessments, providing funding for suicide prevention and proposing legislative changes to improve Alberta’s child intervention system. […]
Province
New funds for Indigenous green economy projects
The province says more Indigenous communities and organizations will benefit from programs that create jobs, cut greenhouse gas emissions and reduce energy bills.
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Local News
Stars of Alberta Volunteer Awards nominations open
Nominations have now opened for the Stars of Alberta awards, which recognize exemplary service of volunteers whose contributions have made a lasting impact on their communities and the lives of their fellow Albertans. […]
Local News
UCP hold Morinville-St. Albert AGM
The Founding Meeting of the Morinville-St. Albert United Conservative Party Constituency Association took place Tuesday night at the Morinville Community Cultural Centre with more than 110 people in attendance. […]
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Government to offer free legal advice for survivors of sexual violence
The Government of Alberta says a new pilot program will assist survivors of sexual violence with understanding their rights and provide options as they seek healing and justice.
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Albertans can now use ‘X’ gender on licences and IDs
Premier Rachel Notley announced what the government is calling important changes that help build a more inclusive and welcoming province. […]
National News
Trudeau and Kenney, and Notley offer congratulations on Ford victory in Ontario
Ontario voters gave Doug Ford’s Conservatives a majority mandate in Thursday’s Ontario provincial election. Ford took 76 seats in the province, the NDP 39, and Wynn’s Liberals 7 seats, the latter one short of maintaining recognized party status. Wynn subsequently resigned as Liberal leader. The Greens took one seat in the race. […]
Business
Changes coming to vape industry after passing of Bill S-5
Consumers who use vape products will soon see some changes at their favourite vape stores as new regulations under Bill S-5, which recently received Royal Assent, come into effect.
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Province unveils new anti-fraud design for driver’s licences
The province says new driver’s licences and identification cards will help protect Albertans against counterfeiting and ID theft while saving $1 million a year.
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Business
Alberta’s unfilled job rate sits at 2.4%
Canada’s job vacancy rate sat at a record high of 3 per cent in the first quarter of 2018, according to a Help Wanted Report released Tuesday by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). Alberta sits just below the national average on unfilled work opportunities at 2.4 per cent. […]
Province
On the job harassment protection
Clear definitions of harassment, including sexual and domestic violence, and increased protection from violence and harassment come into effect June 1 with Alberta’s updated Occupational Health and Safety laws. […]
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Government offers one number abuse line
The Government of Alberta has one number to call for a variety of abuse concerns. The Alberta Supports abuse line is 1-855-4HELPAB (4435722) and offers Albertans the ability to report abuse and receive support, information and referrals through the new centralized phone line.
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Alberta apologizes to Sixties Scoop survivors
Alberta officially apologized for past practices that led to the removal of Indigenous children from their families. Known as the Sixties Scoop, the government says the actions lead to a loss of culture, identity and connection to their communities, and those impacts are still felt by survivors and their families today. The apology is part of Alberta’s reconciliation efforts.
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Police to provide stronger support for survivors of sexual violence
Police have a new best practice guide for investigating sexual violence cases, something the Government of Alberta says will mean better support for survivors.
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National News
Morinville joins AUMA support for Trans Mountain Pipeline Expansion Project
Morinville is a signatory in a letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau from the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA). […]