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05 Sep

Alberta Leaders Pay Tribute to Chief Justice Ritu Khullar After Her Passing

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Justice Minister Mickey Amery have expressed condolences following the death of Chief Justice Ritu Khullar, praising her decades of public service and lasting contribution to the province’s justice system. In a joint statement, Smith described Khullar as a dedicated public servant whose career was defined by integrity and a strong commitment to the administration of justice. She said Khullar’s work had left a lasting mark on Alberta and the broader Canadian legal system. As Chief Justice of Alberta, Khullar led the province’s highest court and was widely respected within the legal community.…

05 Sep

Alberta Health Minister Heads to Japan, South Korea to Study Early Disease Detection

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is looking overseas for ideas to strengthen preventive healthcare, with Primary and Preventative Health Services Minister Justin Wright travelling to Japan and South Korea to study their approaches to screening and early disease detection. Wright’s international mission is scheduled from September 4 to 12, during which he will meet government representatives, healthcare leaders, screening organizations and service providers in both countries. Japan and South Korea have developed extensive screening and early-detection systems, making them a focus of Alberta’s efforts to learn from international healthcare models. The visit is expected to provide an opportunity for Alberta officials…

04 Sep

Alberta Bans Solar Panels From Landfills, Launches Canada’s First Recycling Program

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is set to become the first Canadian province to establish a dedicated solar panel recycling program, with the government announcing a ban on disposing of solar panels in landfills from October 1, 2026. The new system is aimed at keeping end-of-life panels out of landfill sites while recovering materials that can be reused in new products. The province also expects the initiative to encourage private investment and support the development of a new solar recycling industry. Solar Waste Expected to Grow Sharply Alberta has the second-largest installed solar capacity in Canada, and the sector continues to…

03 Sep

Alberta Announces $320 Million Expansion of Cardiac Care at Lethbridge Hospital

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Lethbridge (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta government has announced a major investment in cardiac and critical care services at Chinook Regional Hospital, with design work for the project set to begin this month. The province is committing $320 million to redevelop the hospital’s cardiac catheterization lab and expand its intensive care and cardiac care facilities. Construction is expected to get underway in October 2027. Chinook Regional Hospital serves Lethbridge as well as communities across southern Alberta and provides emergency treatment, specialised services and critical care to patients from across the region. ICU and Cardiac Care Capacity to Increase As part of…

02 Sep

Alberta Voters Face New Rules as Referendum Special Ballots Begin Mailing

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Elections Alberta has started mailing special ballot packages to voters ahead of the province’s October 19, 2026, referendum, while reminding Albertans that several voting procedures have changed since the 2023 provincial election. The agency said it has received about 225,000 special ballot requests, nearly four times the 59,589 requests recorded during the 2023 Provincial General Election. Chief Electoral Officer Gordon McClure is urging voters who plan to vote by mail to apply early and return their completed packages as soon as possible. Elections Alberta must receive special ballots by 5 p.m. on October 16. Changes voters should know Amendments to…

02 Sep

Alberta Announces Record $10.8 Billion Education Investment as Students Return to Class

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta students are heading back to school with the province announcing a record $10.8 billion investment in education aimed at hiring more teachers, expanding classroom support and creating additional student spaces. The funding represents an increase of more than seven per cent and comes as Alberta's school system continues to experience rapid enrolment growth. Nearly 90,000 additional students have entered the province's schools over the past four years, putting pressure on classrooms and existing resources. Premier Danielle Smith said the latest investment responds to concerns raised by parents and teachers about the need for additional support in schools. More teachers and classroom…

25 Aug

Alberta Backs Calgary Innovation With More Than $15 Million for Clean Technology Projects

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Calgary, Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s government is putting more than $15 million into a new group of Calgary-based technology projects as it looks to accelerate economic growth, strengthen industries and support efforts to cut emissions. The funding, announced on August 24 through the Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction (TIER) fund, will support seven projects covering sectors including energy, agriculture, manufacturing, critical minerals and waste management. The investment is designed to help companies move promising technologies beyond the development stage, allowing them to test, expand and eventually bring their products to market. Calgary Companies to Receive Support for Technology Development The…

24 Aug

Treaty No. 6 Turns 150: Alberta Marks Historic Anniversary With Focus on Respect, Learning and Reconciliation

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is marking the 150th anniversary of Treaty No. 6, a historic agreement whose significance continues to extend across communities, institutions and generations in the province and neighbouring Saskatchewan. The anniversary falls on August 23, marking 150 years since the first signing of Treaty No. 6 at Fort Carlton, Saskatchewan, in 1876. The treaty remains an important part of the relationship between First Nations and the Crown and continues to influence conversations around community, culture, governance and reconciliation. Rajan Sawhney Reflects on Treaty No. 6 Anniversary Alberta Minister of Indigenous Relations Rajan Sawhney marked the milestone by…

21 Aug

Alberta Culture Days to Bring Art, Food and Community Celebrations Across Province in September

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is set to celebrate its diverse artistic and cultural identity throughout September as Alberta Culture Days gets underway on September 1, bringing a month-long programme of events to communities across the province. The annual celebration will feature a wide range of activities centred on arts, music, food, dance, history and local traditions. Free events will be held in communities of different sizes, giving residents and visitors opportunities to discover local talent, cultural heritage and stories. Nearly 240,000 Albertans participated in Culture Days events last year, highlighting the popularity of the province-wide initiative. The programme also provides…

20 Aug

Alberta Commits $5.5 Million to Fight Human Trafficking and Support Survivors

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta government is allocating $5.5 million to strengthen efforts against human trafficking and expand support for victims and survivors across the province. The funding will be distributed through the Combatting Trafficking in Persons (CTIP) grant in partnership with the Alberta Centre to End Trafficking in Persons. The initiative is intended to help prevent trafficking, protect people at risk and improve access to services for those seeking to escape exploitation. Human trafficking often involves the exploitation of vulnerable people through coercion, manipulation, violence or substance use. Provincial officials said the latest investment will help community organisations respond…