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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…

12 Apr

Expanding Alberta’s reach with Abu Dhabi office

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s new Abu Dhabi Office will support the province’s push for more global customers and help seek out partnerships in energy, agriculture, manufacturing and more. Alberta’s government has chosen Abu Dhabi for its newest international office due to its status as a regional and global hub for business, investment and trade, as well as its ability to connect Alberta to accelerating opportunities in the Middle East and emerging markets in North Africa. The United Arab Emirates is a global leader in implementing new and emerging technology to enhance its oil and gas developments, while also aggressively growing…

12 Apr

Alberta News: Supporting francophone education

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta has one of the fastest-growing francophone and French-speaking populations in Canada. To support the growing number of francophone students in the province, Alberta’s government, through Budget 2025, is investing in new school spaces and increasing grant funding for francophone school boards. “We’re committed to improving accessibility to francophone education by building more schools now to ensure all francophone students have the resources, spaces and opportunities they need to succeed.”Demetrios Nicolaides, Minister of Education Budget 2025 is providing funding for a new K-6 school in southwest Edmonton as part of Conseil scolaire Centre-Nord, adding more than 340…

11 Apr

Fueling innovation, strengthening Alberta’s grid

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): As Alberta’s population and economy continue to grow, so does the demand for reliable utilities. From heating and cooling homes to powering communities and businesses, Albertans need to know they have access to affordable utilities they can depend on, when and where they need them. Bill 52, the Energy and Utilities Statutes Amendment Act, 2025, proposes changes to meet growing demand, prioritizing reliability and affordability in the modernization of the utility system. If passed, the Energy and Utilities Statutes Amendment Act will enable hydrogen use in Alberta’s natural gas system. It will also support critical updates to power market rules and…

11 Apr

Alberta News: Opening more doors to primary care

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Alberta’s government is working to ensure every resident has access to the primary care services they need. With a focus on regions with limited access to care, the new centres will serve as hubs for services in rural, remote and Indigenous communities. The centres will increase access to primary care providers – such as physicians, nurse practitioners and pharmacists – while easing pressure on emergency departments and urgent care centres by providing convenient, day-to-day health care services under one roof. “We are committed to making primary health care more accessible. Advancing plans for new primary care centres will make it…

11 Apr

Boosting Alberta’s fire network for faster wildfire response

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta's government is providing a $900,000 boost to the Alberta fire weather network to upgrade equipment, protect at-risk communities and improve wildfire response. With the 2025 wildfire season underway, Alberta’s government is focused on improving wildfire prevention, mitigation and readiness to respond. Central to these efforts is the province’s fire weather network, which plays a vital role in predicting fire conditions and detecting fires earlier. That is why Alberta’s government is investing an additional $900,000 over three years, bringing the total to $1.9 million over three years for upgrades to the network and to add new stations…

09 Apr

Alberta’s Education Minister Proposes changes to Education Act

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta's Minister of Education Demetrios Nicolaides has proposed changes to the Education Act that would respond to changes in the education system and respond to feedback from Albertans. If passed, the Education Amendment Act, 2025, would respond to feedback from parents and education partners. These changes would reflect the wide range of programming that private schools offer, strengthen democratic accountability in school boards, and increase clarity and efficiency in the teacher discipline process. If passed, the act would also align school board and francophone school boards’ joint use and planning agreement requirements with their municipal partners. Finally, changes to the Education…