Alberta Archives - Page 12 of 34

07 Jul

Citizen Initiative Petition on Alberta Independence Enters Verification Stage After Court Order

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The process of verifying signatures collected for Alberta’s proposed independence referendum officially began on July 6, following a direction from the Court of Appeal that allowed Elections Alberta to move ahead with the review while legal proceedings continue. The petition, titled “A Referendum Relating to Alberta Independence,” seeks public support for a constitutional referendum asking whether Alberta should separate from Canada and become an independent state. Although the proposal remains the subject of an ongoing legal challenge, the court has instructed the province’s election authority to complete the signature verification process and report its findings. The petition…

07 Jul

Alberta Emerges as AI Leader After Reinventing Government Technology; Shares Open Blueprint with Other Governments

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta has positioned itself at the forefront of artificial intelligence adoption in the public sector after using AI-powered systems to overhaul decades-old government technology in a fraction of the time traditionally required. The provincial government has also made its transformation model publicly available, inviting governments worldwide to adopt similar practices. According to the Alberta government, the initiative has modernised critical digital infrastructure that supports essential public services, including emergency response, registries, social benefit programs and cybersecurity. Officials say tasks that once demanded years of manual effort can now be completed within hours using advanced AI tools. As…

07 Jul

Alberta Backs Proposed Cross-Canada Oil Pipeline, Says Project Will Boost Energy Security and Economic Growth

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has welcomed Ontario's proposal for a new cross-country oil pipeline, describing it as a significant step towards strengthening Canada's energy network and improving access to domestic and international markets. The proposed Northern Shield Energy Corridor would connect Hardisty, Alberta, to Sarnia, Ontario, creating a route of approximately 3,300 kilometres. The project is intended to transport Alberta crude directly to refineries in eastern Canada while also improving export opportunities through ports connected to international shipping routes. In a statement issued on Monday, Smith said the initiative would support Alberta's long-term objective of increasing oil…

06 Jul

Alberta Boosts Highway 63 Repair Budget with $15 Million Allocation for Maintenance

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta government has announced a major increase in funding for the maintenance of Highway 63, committing $15 million specifically for repairs on the crucial route as part of a broader expansion of the province’s highway maintenance budget. In a statement released on Saturday, Transportation and Economic Corridors Minister Devin Dreeshen said the government is responding to public concerns over deteriorating road conditions and acknowledged the advocacy of Fort McMurray-Lac La Biche MLA Brian Jean and Fort McMurray-Wood Buffalo MLA Tany Yao. The province is adding more than $22.4 million to its overall highway maintenance program, representing…

06 Jul

Canadian Police Tighten Crackdown on Punjabi-Origin Gangster; Extortion, Drugs and Illegal Arms Case Widens

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian authorities have intensified their action against a Punjabi-origin man accused of being part of an organised crime network after fresh investigations allegedly uncovered his links to extortion, illegal firearms and stolen luxury vehicles. The accused, who had earlier secured bail in a weapons and narcotics case, has now been arrested again and handed over to investigators in Ontario. The accused, identified as Safaldeep Singh, first came under police scrutiny after officers stopped a speeding vehicle in Edmonton during a routine patrol. What initially appeared to be a traffic violation soon turned into a major criminal investigation…

04 Jul

Alberta MLAs Head to U.S. to Boost Trade, Energy and Infrastructure Partnerships

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): A delegation of Alberta legislators will travel to Salt Lake City, Utah, from July 6 to 11 to strengthen economic ties with western U.S. states and promote the province’s priorities in energy, transportation, defence and cross-border trade. The visit is part of Alberta’s participation in the annual Council of State Governments (CSG) West conference, where elected representatives from western U.S. states and associate members gather to discuss regional policy, trade and infrastructure issues. Representing Alberta at this year’s meeting are Tany Yao, MLA for Fort McMurray–Wood Buffalo and Parliamentary Secretary for Small Business and Northern Development; Ron…

04 Jul

Alberta Expands Classroom Support With 223 New Complexity Teams for 2026–27 School Year

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Government of Alberta has released the latest classroom complexity team allocations for the 2026–27 academic year, outlining how newly created support teams will be distributed among school authorities across the province. The allocations form part of a previously announced $100-million investment aimed at helping schools manage increasingly complex classroom environments and provide additional assistance to both students and teachers. Under the funding package, $75 million has been earmarked for the creation of 223 new classroom complexity teams. Of these, 160 teams will serve students in Grades 7 to 12, while 63 teams will be assigned to…

01 Jul

Premier Danielle Smith Celebrates Alberta’s Contributions in Canada Day Address

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Premier Danielle Smith issued an official statement marking Canada Day, calling on citizens to reflect on the core foundational values that unite the country, specifically highlighting freedom, democracy, and mutual respect. In her address, she noted that Canada remains globally recognized as a land of opportunity, a status forged by generations of resilient families whose hard work established strong, stable communities nationwide. The Premier emphasized the pivotal role that Albertans have played in shaping national success since Confederation. She pointed to the province's ingenuity, entrepreneurial spirit, and strong work ethic as key drivers that have consistently…

01 Jul

Alberta to Detail Proposed 1-Million-Barrel-Per-Day West Coast Pipeline on July 2

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Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): The Government of Alberta is preparing to reveal new details of its proposed one-million-barrel-per-day oil pipeline to Canada’s West Coast, a project Premier Danielle Smith describes as a key step toward strengthening Canada’s energy security, expanding export capacity, and reducing the country’s dependence on the U.S. market. The province is expected to formally present the proposal on July 2, after postponing the announcement from Canada Day. Alberta will submit the project to the federal Major Projects Office, outlining the proposed route, anticipated economic benefits, environmental considerations, and plans for Indigenous participation and ownership. If approved, the…

30 Jun

Thousands of Temporary Resident Students in Alberta Face Potential School Ineligibility Amid Immigration Delays

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma) — Thousands of children and teenagers currently attending Alberta schools could be barred from enrolling for free this September as their families’ immigration statuses remain in limbo. Data provided by several provincial school boards reveals that a significant portion of the nearly 46,000 temporary resident students in Alberta hold study permits set to expire before Sept. 30, 2026. This date is critical, as it falls immediately after Alberta Education conducts its annual student headcount to determine provincial funding for each school. The funding challenge arrives at a sensitive time for the province. Albertans are currently preparing to…