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27 Oct

Alberta Commits $25.8 Million to Independent Schools, Plans Over 3,500 New Student Spaces

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EDMONTON (RAJEEV SHARMA): Alberta’s government is allocating $25.8 million to six independent school projects expected to add more than 3,500 student spaces across the province, as authorities look to accommodate growing enrolment and expand educational choices for families. The funding will support new school construction, building expansions and modular classrooms in Calgary, Edmonton and central Alberta. According to the provincial government, the projects are expected to generate more than $108 million in additional investment from independent school authorities and community partners, bringing total capital construction spending to over $134 million. Education and Childcare Minister Demetrios Nicolaides said the investment would…

27 Oct

Alberta to Allow Trained Optometrists to Perform Minor Surgeries and Laser Procedures From November 1

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EDMONTON (RAJEEV SHARMA): Alberta is set to become the first province in Canada to expand the scope of optometric care, allowing specially trained optometrists to perform certain minor surgical and laser procedures in their offices starting November 1. The regulatory changes will permit qualified optometrists who complete additional training to provide services such as removing benign skin lesions, treating styes and carrying out specific laser procedures. The move is intended to improve access to eye care and reduce the need for patients to travel to other facilities for eligible treatments. Under the new rules, patients may benefit from fewer referrals,…

26 Oct

Alberta-UAE Ties Set to Strengthen with New Calgary–Abu Dhabi Direct Flight

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta expects closer economic and business ties with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) following the launch of Etihad Airways’ direct flight service between Calgary and Abu Dhabi, according to Alberta Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration Minister Joseph Schow. Schow said the new air connection would make travel between the two regions more convenient while creating opportunities for investment, trade and commercial partnerships. He noted that Alberta and the UAE are both major energy producers, giving them scope to explore areas of mutual economic interest. The direct service is also expected to improve access for business representatives, investors…

25 Oct

Nenshi, First Nations Leaders Urge Alberta Government to Withdraw Appeal in Separation-Petition Case

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The dispute arose from a citizen-led petition seeking a referendum on Alberta’s separation from Canada. Several First Nations challenged the process, arguing that Alberta had failed to meet its constitutional duty to consult Indigenous communities before allowing the initiative to proceed. In May, Court of King’s Bench Justice Shaina Leonard ruled that the government had not fulfilled that duty and overturned Elections Alberta’s approval of the petition. The ruling did not decide whether Alberta could legally separate from Canada. It also did not determine whether voters could support or reject separation in a referendum. Instead, it addressed…

25 Oct

Alberta Boosts Hospital Capacity Ahead of Respiratory Virus Season

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Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is strengthening its hospital system ahead of the 2026-27 respiratory virus season, with more than 9,000 acute care spaces now available and additional measures underway to manage a potential rise in patient admissions. The provincial government said more than 221 hospital spaces have been made permanently available across Alberta, including 102 in Edmonton and 79 in Calgary. A further 194 temporary spaces are being prepared and can be brought into service if hospitals face demand beyond their existing capacity. The expansion is part of a broader strategy to ease pressure on emergency departments, improve patient movement…

24 Oct

Alberta Minister to Visit UAE to Strengthen Trade Ties and Attract Energy Investment

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Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is looking to expand its economic footprint in the Middle East, with Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration Minister Joseph Schow scheduled to visit the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from October 26 to November 5 to pursue new trade and investment opportunities. The visit will include meetings with government officials and industry representatives in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, alongside participation in the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) 2026. A delegation of Alberta-based companies will accompany Schow to the major international energy industry event. The mission is intended to strengthen commercial relationships, promote Alberta's energy…

24 Oct

Alberta Launches $60 Million Technology Challenge to Boost Farming, Water Conservation and Land Restoration

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Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta government has announced up to $60 million in funding for innovative technologies aimed at improving agricultural productivity, increasing water availability and restoring disturbed land to productive use. The Agriculture, Water and Land Challenge, being delivered through Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA), invites proposals from innovators capable of developing practical solutions to some of the province's major environmental and economic challenges. The competition is among ERA's largest technology funding initiatives. Funding will be awarded to projects demonstrating strong potential to deliver measurable results for Alberta's farmers, industries and communities. Environment and Protected Areas Minister Grant Hunter said…

24 Oct

Alberta Introduces New School Flag Rules, Makes Canadian and Provincial Flags Mandatory

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Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta government has introduced new regulations governing the display of flags on school properties, requiring school boards to fly the Canadian and Alberta flags outside school buildings during the school year. The Flag Display Regulation establishes province-wide requirements for school flag displays, building on legislative changes introduced under An Act to Remove Politics and Ideology from Classrooms. The government says the rules are intended to create a consistent approach across schools while keeping the focus on education and student achievement. Under the new framework, school boards will only be allowed to display flags beyond those specifically…

23 Oct

Alberta Appeals Board to Hold Public Hearing on Aecon Aggregate Extraction Approval

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta Environmental Appeals Board will hold a public hearing later this month to review a regulatory decision involving an aggregate extraction operation proposed by Aecon Transportation West Limited in Rocky View County. The hearing is scheduled for October 28, 29 and 30 at Beaupre Community Hall, located at 263035 Beaupre Creek Road in Rocky View County. Proceedings will resume virtually on November 4 and 5. The board will consider submissions concerning a decision by the Director of the Regulatory Assurance Division South of Alberta Environment and Protected Areas to issue Water Act Approval No. DAUT0012841 to…

23 Oct

Alberta Harvest 88% Complete as Crop Yields Expected to Exceed Average

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s 2026 harvest is nearing completion, with 88 per cent of major crops harvested across the province and overall yields estimated to be above average, according to Agriculture and Irrigation Minister Tara Sawyer. In a statement issued on October 22, Sawyer acknowledged the efforts of farmers and agricultural producers who have continued harvesting despite challenging weather conditions throughout the growing season. She said crop yields were expected to be particularly strong in southern and central Alberta, while recognizing the determination of producers working to bring in the remaining crops before winter. Harvest operations gained momentum in recent…