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04 Jul

Calgary Community Leader Dr. J.B. Sidhu Appointed to Alberta Forest Management Council

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Renowned Calgary community leader Dr. Jangbahadur Singh Sidhu (J.B. Sidhu) has been appointed as a Public Member of the Council of the Association of Alberta Forest Management Professionals by Hon. Myles McDougall, Alberta’s Minister of Advanced Education, under the Regulated Forest Management Profession Act. His appointment is effective until July 1, 2 Dr. Sidhu is widely respected for his decades of community service, leadership, and advocacy across Alberta’s multicultural communities. He has also been actively involved with Alberta’s Conservative movement, working closely with Conservative leaders and elected representatives to strengthen community engagement and encourage civic participation. His…

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…

04 Jul

Mayor Locke Paid $114 Million For Arena Site Worth $86 Million

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Surrey, B.C. (Rajeev Sharma): Surrey First councillor and candidate for mayor Linda Annis, says Brenda Locke paid $114 million for the site of her proposed 10,000-seat arena, $28 million more than the assessed value. “The mayor brushed off questions and said it was a simple land swap, but when you look at the assessed value of the city property and the value of the Wesgroup Properties site, taxpayers got the short end of the stick and ended up paying $28 million more than the assessed value of the arena site,” said Annis. “The mayor needs to buy a calculator because…

01 Jul

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

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlbertaAlberta Premier, Canada Day, Danielle Smith, National values

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

North American Trade at a Crossroads: USMCA Review Sparks Fresh Uncertainty for Canada, U.S. and Mexico

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaAutomotive rules, Supply chains, Tariffs, Trade review, USMCA negotiation

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): North America’s economic partnership has entered a decisive phase as Canada, the United States and Mexico begin the first mandatory six-year review of the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA). The review, which officially commenced on July 1, is widely viewed as one of the most consequential trade negotiations since the agreement replaced NAFTA in 2020. Governments and businesses across the continent are closely watching the outcome, which could reshape the future of regional trade and investment. The review has gained heightened attention after the Trump administration signaled that it does not intend to offer an automatic extension of…

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

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, CanadaAlberta education, Immigration status

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…

30 Jun

Canadian Economy Rebounds Proudly with Strong 0.5 Per Cent GDP Growth in April

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma)— The Canadian economy surged back into growth mode to start the second quarter, handily dismissing winter recession fears. Statistics Canada reported that real gross domestic product expanded by 0.5 per cent in April, marking the fastest monthly growth rate the country has witnessed since July 2025. The impressive turnaround successfully reverses a minor 0.1 per cent contraction felt in March, showcasing widespread resilience across both the goods and services sectors. The powerful rebound was heavily driven by a massive resurgence in the energy sector. Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction jumped 2.9 per cent overall, led…

30 Jun

Alberta Expands Parking Placard Eligibility to Support Individuals with Vision Loss

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): — The Government of Alberta is updating its parking placard program to grant Albertans with vision loss full access to accessible parking spaces. Effective immediately, individuals with vision loss are officially eligible for disabled parking placards and licence plates, ensuring greater safety and independence when navigating the community. This policy change expands the program's scope by recognizing that accessibility barriers are not limited strictly to mobility challenges. By allowing visually impaired Albertans to utilize these dedicated parking spaces, the province aims to reduce the safety hazards associated with navigating busy traffic zones and large, high-traffic parking lots…