Alberta Archives - Page 15 of 23

31 Jul

Alberta Invests $50M to Expand Wastewater Services in Airdrie

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta government has announced a $50-million investment to upgrade Airdrie’s wastewater system, a move aimed at meeting the infrastructure demands of one of the province’s fastest-growing cities. Since 2022, Airdrie’s population has surged by more than 25%, surpassing 90,000 residents. To accommodate this rapid growth, the project will include the construction of a new 7-kilometre wastewater pipeline connecting Airdrie to Calgary’s existing wastewater treatment system. This regional solution will reduce long-term costs and eliminate the need for a separate treatment facility. “Airdrie is one of the fastest-growing municipalities in Alberta, and needs upgraded infrastructure to meet…

30 Jul

Alberta Invests $1.3M to Protect and Sustain Rangelands for Future Generations

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Edmonton: The Government of Alberta has announced a $1.3 million investment under the Rangeland Sustainability Program (RSP) to safeguard the province’s rangelands, ensuring their health, biodiversity, and long-term resilience. The funding will support academic institutions, Indigenous organizations, non-profits, and grazing associations in developing innovative solutions for sustainable rangeland management. Projects include adaptive grazing practices, grassland bird and bee biodiversity conservation, education initiatives, and community outreach. “Our rangelands are an important natural asset, providing food for livestock, supporting rural communities and helping conserve Alberta’s biodiversity. Managing them responsibly benefits all Albertans and expands recreational access,”said Todd Loewen, Minister of Forestry and…

29 Jul

Southern Alberta Begins Cleanup After Weekend of Heavy Rain and Giant Hail

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Southern Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): Residents of southern Alberta are once again in recovery mode after another powerful storm struck the region over the weekend, bringing heavy rain and hailstones as large as tennis balls that caused widespread damage. On Sunday night, around 8 p.m., the Cardston area, roughly 90 minutes southeast of Calgary, was hit hard. The storm lasted about 20 minutes but left a lasting impact, shattered windows, dented vehicles, snapped trees, and destroyed crops. Severe Vehicle Damage Trevor Jones, manager of operations at Carstar Auto Repair, described the damage as overwhelming.“By 10 a.m. Monday, one insurer had already…

28 Jul

N.W.T. Public Health Warns of Measles Risk Amid Surge in Alberta Cases

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Yellowknife (Rajeev Sharma): With measles cases on the rise in Alberta, health authorities in the Northwest Territories (N.W.T.) are warning residents about a potential risk of exposure, especially for those traveling through the neighbouring province during the summer. Dr. Kami Kandola, the territory’s Chief Public Health Officer, emphasized the importance of checking vaccination records, noting that the virus’s resurgence in Alberta could impact northern travelers. “We're keeping a close eye on the situation,” Dr. Kandola said. “There’s concern that the infection could make its way north with returning travelers.” According to Alberta’s latest health data (as of July 24), 1,511…

27 Jul

Spike in Hostility Towards Immigrants Alarms Support Groups Across Alberta

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Amid heated national debates surrounding immigration, organizations that assist newcomers in Alberta are reporting a troubling rise in racially motivated hostility, both online and in public spaces. Shamaila Akram, a community advocate with Calgary’s Centre for Newcomers, says she has grown used to being the target of racial slurs—but remains deeply concerned about the growing anxiety among new immigrants, especially women. "Many of our clients are now coming in with severe stress or even panic attacks after being subjected to harassment right outside our offices," Akram shared. "Women in hijabs have been particularly targeted, and some have…

26 Jul

Alberta Proposes Annual Watercraft Pass to Combat Invasive Mussels; Public Input Sought

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta government is considering introducing an annual pass for all types of watercraft, including boats, canoes, kayaks, and jet skis, as part of a broader strategy to shield the province’s waterways from invasive species. In a statement released Friday, Alberta's Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas outlined the proposal, emphasizing that it is primarily aimed at preventing the spread of invasive zebra and quagga mussels. The government is now calling on the public to weigh in through an online survey, which will help shape the final framework of the initiative. The survey poses several key questions…

25 Jul

Alberta Turns to Grassroots Diplomacy to Reshape Canada-U.S. Relations

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): As Canada seeks to reset its relationship with the United States, Alberta is stepping up with a bold new approach: grassroots diplomacy. The provincial government has committed $6.5 million to support the New North America Initiative (NNAI), a policy-driven effort housed at the University of Calgary’s School of Public Policy. The initiative aims to shift the traditional centre of Canada-U.S. engagement—both geographically and ideologically—away from elite circles and toward local communities. It will prioritize regional engagement, collaborative research, and bottom-up solutions to cross-border challenges. “With the ongoing strain in Canada-U.S. relations, it’s clear that conventional approaches haven’t…

24 Jul

Alberta working with front-line experts to make classrooms safer for students and teachers

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s government is working with front-line experts to make classrooms safer for students and teachers. The Aggression and Complexity in Schools Action Team held its first meeting on July 23, bringing together teachers, school leaders, school board trustees and other front-line professionals with classroom experience to help address the growing challenges in Alberta’s classrooms. The 25-member action team includes teachers, school administrators and support staff who have direct experience working with students every day and understand the complexities of today's learning environments. “The action team’s insights will be key to finding practical solutions that reduce aggression, manage…

23 Jul

Alberta asks for realistic immigration policies:Minister Schow

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Minister of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration issued the following statement on Ottawa’s decision to invite 10,000 parent and grandparent sponsorship applications. “Alberta’s government is deeply concerned by the federal government’s recent decision to invite 10,000 new applications to sponsor parents and grandparents of newcomers at a time when provinces are already struggling to meet the demands placed on health care, education, housing and social services due to Ottawa’s reckless immigration policies. “Under the federal Liberal government, Canada’s immigration levels have ballooned – almost two million newcomers entered Canada last year alone – without any regard for…

23 Jul

Stronger pipeline pact spans three provinces

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta and Ontario welcome Saskatchewan as the newest signatory to build pipelines and trade infrastructure across provincial borders and into global markets. The memorandum of understanding (MOU) will see the three provinces work collectively to build new pipelines along a route that will connect western Canadian oil and gas to new and existing refineries in southern Ontario, as well as a new deep-sea port in James Bay. The MOU also calls for new rail lines to connect critical mineral deposits located in Ontario’s Ring of Fire region to ports in Western Canada. The agreement reinforces joint efforts…