Alberta Archives - Page 15 of 19

27 May

Writs Have Been Issued for Three Alberta Provincial By-Elections

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Calgary (National Times): Alberta’s Chief Electoral Officer, Gordon McClure, confirms writs were issued today to administer by-elections in Electoral Division 31 – Edmonton-Ellerslie, Electoral Division 44 – Edmonton-Strathcona, and Electoral Division 76 – Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills to elect members to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta. The Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) has the authority, under sections 9(1) and 47(1) of the Election Act, to appoint Returning Officers and Election Clerks. These officers play a vital role in the fair and impartial management of Provincial General Elections and by-elections. “Appointments have been made for the Returning Officers and Election Clerks in Edmonton-Ellerslie, Edmonton-Strathcona,…

27 May

Premier Danielle Smith names cabinet ministers and members

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Calgary (National Times): Premier Danielle Smith has named the ministers and members who will serve on the government’s cabinet policy committees. Cabinet policy committees are essential to the work of government, reviewing policy decisions, setting long-range strategic priorities and contributing to proposals and reviews of legislation and regulation. “I am proud of the dedication of Alberta’s cabinet ministers and MLAs who are stepping up to take on additional responsibilities and work on behalf of Albertans. Each committee member will bring invaluable insight and new perspectives reflecting the diversity of their own experiences. I look forward to working together on Alberta’s…

27 May

Alberta’s government invests $17 million into youth employment

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Calgary (National Times): For over a century, Alberta has been known as the land of opportunity, a place where people come to build a better future for themselves and their families. Today, more than five million people call the province home, with many drawn by the promise that if they work hard, they too can benefit from the Alberta Advantage. That’s why Alberta’s government continues to work tirelessly to ensure there are pathways to prosperity for future generations so they can continue to call Alberta the best place to live, work and raise a family. “Investing in our young people…

24 May

Enhancing Alberta’s veterinary diagnostic capacity

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Calgary (National Times): Alberta’s government is increasing funding to UCalgary’s Faculty of Veterinary Medicine’s Diagnostic Services Unit to support Alberta’s livestock producers and veterinarians. Alberta is famously a livestock province, renowned for producing some of the world’s best meat. Livestock is also a significant driver of Alberta’s economy, with livestock market receipts totalling almost $12 billion in 2024. For this essential industry to keep growing and thriving, it needs quick, affordable diagnostics and robust disease preparedness. Beginning with Budget 2025, Alberta’s government is providing the University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM) with a total of $9.5 million over…

24 May

Finance Minister Nate Horner to travel to Europe from May 25 to June 5

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Calgary (National Times): Minister Horner will meet with groups of investors, government officials, and industry in Germany, Czechia, Poland, the United Kingdom and Ireland. The meetings are an opportunity to market Alberta bonds to new global investors and to strengthen ties with those already familiar with Alberta. Minister Horner will speak to Alberta’s current fiscal plan, as well as market the province’s investment opportunities and economic strengths. “As we continue to deal with uncertainty in our trade relations, it’s more important than ever to strengthen economic ties with other markets around the world. I’m looking forward to promoting Alberta’s successes…

22 May

Alberta’s OIPC comments on emerging developments regarding PowerSchool cybersecurity incident

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Calgary (National Times): The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC) of Alberta has become aware of new developments in regard to the PowerSchool cybersecurity incident in December 2024 that affected many educational institutions in Alberta. PowerSchool contacted the OIPC earlier this month regarding these new developments. PowerSchool notified the OIPC that it has become aware that a threat actor has reached out to multiple educational institutions in Alberta in an attempt to extort them using data from the December incident. PowerSchool has also posted new information on its website. “Our office has launched a number of investigations as…

22 May

Protecting Albertans from future floods

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Calgary (National Times): The Springbank Off-Stream Reservoir (SR1) is now in operation, protecting lives and critical infrastructure in southern Alberta from floods. In June 2013, southern Alberta experienced the costliest natural disaster in Canadian history, causing five deaths, displacing more than 80,000 Albertans, and resulting in more than $5 billion in damages. In response, Alberta’s government committed to building SR1 to strengthen flood protection for Calgary and nearby communities. Construction of the SR1 began in 2022, following robust engagements with the public and First Nations, and a comprehensive regulatory process. Following three years of construction, the SR1 is now complete…

04 May

Alberta Separatist Rally Gains Momentum Amid Frustrations Over Federal Politics

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Edmonton, Alberta– Hundreds gathered outside the Alberta legislature on Saturday to show support for the province’s potential separation from Canada, a movement fueled by years of dissatisfaction with federal policies and the recent election outcome. Among the rally-goers was Katheryn Speck, who described her past Canadian patriotism but now feels disillusioned by what she perceives as a lack of representation for Alberta."I thought it was a beautiful, fantastic country. But now I’m so disappointed. I’m literally crushed that we’ll never be represented in this country and there’s never a chance of changing the government," Speck said.The rally comes on the…

17 Apr

Lights, camera, Alberta! Boosting cultural industries

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta's government is boosting the economy by investing in cultural industries, putting a spotlight on Alberta for film, television, music and publishing opportunities. Budget 2025 invests $8 million in the Alberta Media Fund to support the province’s creative sectors. This investment will continue the momentum of Alberta’s growing cultural industries by creating jobs and developing skilled local talent. Behind the scenes, the Film and Television Tax Credit is revitalizing communities across the province, including communities in rural Alberta. These productions are expected to spend about $1.5 billion in Alberta across a range of industries, generating an estimated…

17 Apr

Alberta acts to end maltreatment in sport

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Harassment and abuse have no place in Alberta, or in the province’s sport system. Sport is for everyone – no Albertan should remain on the sidelines for fear of maltreatment when playing the sports they love. With a $3-million investment, Alberta’s government is taking meaningful action to ensure every Albertan can participate in sport safely, confidently and with dignity. In partnership with the Alberta Sport Leadership Association, Alberta’s government is creating a new Safe Sport Strategy that will encourage quality programming in safe sporting environments, empowering Albertans to get off the sidelines and into the game. Alberta’s…