Alberta Archives - Page 8 of 44

29 Sep

Alberta Remembers Fallen Police and Peace Officers on Memorial Day

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta observed Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial Day on September 27, paying tribute to officers who lost their lives while serving and protecting communities across the province. Public Safety and Emergency Services Minister Mike Ellis remembered the sacrifices made by police and peace officers, noting that generations of officers have carried out their duties despite knowing they could face serious risks in the line of service. Since 1876, 108 police and peace officers have died in the line of duty in Alberta. Their sacrifices continue to be remembered by colleagues, families and communities across the province. The…

28 Sep

CALGARY POLICE SEEK MORE MONEY AS CITY FACES GROWING BUDGET PRESSURE

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Calgary’s police service is asking City Council for hundreds of additional positions as rising demand for policing collides with a larger question facing City Hall how to fund public safety while managing pressure on taxpayers and competing demands for municipal services. The Calgary Police Commission is seeking funding for 523 additional positions over the next four years, including 309 police officers and 214 civilian positions. The request will become part of Calgary’s 2027–2030 budget deliberations, with City Council expected to make final decisions on the proposed police budget in November. The push for more resources comes after…

28 Sep

Alberta Remembers Fallen Police and Peace Officers on Memorial Day

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta observed Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial Day on September 27, paying tribute to officers who lost their lives while serving and protecting communities across the province. Public Safety and Emergency Services Minister Mike Ellis remembered the sacrifices made by police and peace officers, noting that generations of officers have carried out their duties despite knowing they could face serious risks in the line of service. Since 1876, 108 police and peace officers have died in the line of duty in Alberta. Their sacrifices continue to be remembered by colleagues, families and communities across the province. The…

26 Sep

AIRPORT POWER SHIFT: OTTAWA TARGETS CANADA’S FOUR BIGGEST AIRPORTS FOR PRIVATE OPERATORS

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Canada’s airport system is facing a major potential shift as Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government moves to attract private investment and long-term private operators to four of the country’s largest airports — Calgary International, Toronto Pearson, Vancouver International and Montréal-Trudeau. The proposal does not mean Ottawa is selling the four airports. Under the model being examined, the federal government would retain ownership of the underlying airport land and assets, while private investors could receive long-term concessions to operate and invest in the facilities. Transport Canada would continue to have responsibility for federal regulatory, safety and security oversight.…

26 Sep

Alberta Introduces New Standards to Strengthen Emergency Preparedness in Schools

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is introducing provincewide standards aimed at improving how schools prepare for and respond to serious emergencies. The new School Critical Emergency Standards will establish common requirements for school boards while allowing individual schools to account for risks and circumstances specific to their communities. Under the new framework, school boards will be required to develop emergency management plans covering the full emergency cycle, from prevention and preparation to response and recovery. The standards include requirements for identifying potential hazards, developing response procedures, training employees, maintaining communication systems and conducting emergency drills and exercises. Schools will also be…

26 Sep

Alberta Minister to Promote Trade and Investment Opportunities in Mexico and Texas

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is looking to deepen its economic connections across North America as Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration Minister Joseph Schow prepares to travel to Mexico and Texas for meetings with government and business leaders. Beginning September 27, Schow will promote Alberta as a destination for investment and highlight the province’s skilled workforce, resources, innovation and business environment. In Mexico, the minister is scheduled to attend the North Capital Forum, a three-day gathering in Mexico City running from September 27 to 29. The forum brings together government officials, business leaders and other stakeholders from Canada, the United States…

26 Sep

Alberta to Showcase Regulated iGaming Market at Las Vegas Expo

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is preparing to promote its regulated iGaming market internationally as Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction Minister Dale Nally heads to Las Vegas for the Global Gaming Expo (G2E). Nally is scheduled to attend the industry event from September 27 to October 1, where he will meet with gaming companies, regulators and industry specialists to discuss Alberta’s developing online gaming sector. The visit will also give the province an opportunity to present its approach to regulated iGaming and explore ways to strengthen safeguards for players. Focus on player protection During the expo, Nally is expected to…

26 Sep

Alberta Invests $38.5 Million to Prepare Site for Proposed Public Safety Training Campus

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta government is committing $38.5 million toward municipal infrastructure needed to support a proposed Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) safety campus in Beaumont. The funding will go to the City of Beaumont to help build roads, utilities and other municipal services within the city’s Innovation Park. The infrastructure is expected to support development of the proposed training campus while also making the area more accessible for future investment. The planned facility would bring together specialized training for law enforcement personnel and commercial transportation professionals. Proposed features include an Emergency Vehicle Operator Course track for emergency and…

25 Sep

Alberta Expands Genome Alberta Program to Build Life Sciences Workforce

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is increasing its investment in a program designed to give recent graduates practical experience while helping biotechnology companies find skilled workers. The provincial government is providing an additional $1 million between 2026 and 2029 to expand Genome Alberta’s work placement program. The investment is expected to create about 20 one-year placements involving 18 to 20 small and medium-sized businesses across the province. The initiative is aimed at graduates looking to establish careers in Alberta’s growing life sciences industry. Participants will have opportunities to develop practical skills in areas including bioinformatics, big data and business development, while…

25 Sep

Alberta Marks Provincial Hunting Day With Focus on Conservation and Responsible Stewardship

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is marking Provincial Hunting Day by highlighting the role of hunters in wildlife management, conservation and the responsible use of the province’s natural landscapes. In a statement issued Sept. 24, Forestry and Parks Minister Todd Loewen said the annual observance provides an opportunity to recognize Albertans involved in hunting while emphasizing the importance of protecting wildlife and maintaining healthy ecosystems. Loewen pointed to Alberta’s diverse wildlife populations and said long-term conservation depends on continued efforts backed by science, responsible management and participation from communities across the province. According to the minister, hunters contribute to that work…