Alberta Archives - Page 7 of 19

30 Oct

Alberta to Collect Annual Classroom Data to Tackle Growing Complexity in Schools

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Facing record student growth and increasing classroom challenges, Alberta’s government has announced a new plan to collect yearly data on class size and composition to help guide education policy and funding decisions. Over the past three years, more than 80,000 new students have joined Alberta’s school system, placing additional strain on teachers and classrooms across the province. To address these pressures, the province will now require school boards to submit detailed information about class sizes and student needs by November 24. The first public report is expected in January, with updates to follow annually. According to the…

28 Oct

Deepening Cost-of-Living Crisis: Alberta Among the Hardest Hit

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Canada is experiencing unprecedented levels of food insecurity, with food bank visits doubling compared to six years ago. According to new national data, nearly 2.2 million visits were recorded in a single month this year the highest ever reported.Food Banks Canada attributes the surge in demand to rising inflation, escalating housing costs, and wages that fail to keep pace with living expenses. The organization warns that food banks were never intended to replace the social safety net, and many are now struggling to meet the growing demand.The report reveals that one-third of all visits are made by…

28 Oct

Premier Smith Embarks on Middle East Mission to Promote Alberta’s Energy and Investment Strengths

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has departed on a 10-day trade and investment mission to the Middle East, where she will highlight Alberta’s leadership in responsible energy production, technology, agriculture, and manufacturing. The trip, spanning Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from October 27 to November 5, aims to position Alberta as a top destination for global investment and collaboration. Strengthening Global Energy and Investment Partnerships While in Saudi Arabia, Premier Smith will hold meetings with government officials, energy executives, and sovereign wealth fund managers, including representatives from Saudi Aramco, the world’s largest oil company. Discussions…

28 Oct

Alberta Tables ‘Back to School Act’ to End Teachers’ Strike and Restore Classroom Stability

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s government has introduced Bill 2, the Back to School Act, a sweeping measure aimed at ending the province-wide teachers’ strike and restoring normalcy to classrooms disrupted for weeks by stalled negotiations. The proposed legislation seeks to legislate a new collective agreement and ensure that students can return to school without further loss of instructional time. Premier Danielle Smith said the province could no longer allow the strike to continue, emphasizing that the prolonged shutdown was harming students’ academic progress and emotional well-being. “This strike has gone on long enough,” Smith said in a statement Monday. “It’s…

28 Oct

Alberta Launches Task Force to Tackle Growing Classroom Complexity and Aggression

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): With teachers across Alberta reporting rising classroom challenges — from increasingly diverse learning needs to a surge in aggressive behaviour — the provincial government is taking new action to ensure safer, more supportive learning environments. Premier Danielle Smith announced the creation of a Class Size and Complexity Task Force, a move aimed at addressing the mounting concerns raised by educators about classroom safety and student support. The initiative follows the work of the recently established Aggression and Complexity in Schools Action Team, which was tasked with identifying practical, classroom-focused solutions. The action team’s draft final report has…

26 Oct

Teachers Rally in Education Minister’s Riding as Alberta Government Prepares Back-to-Work Bill

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): As Alberta’s teachers’ strike enters its fourth week, hundreds of educators and public education supporters gathered Saturday in Calgary-Bow, the home riding of Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides, to protest looming back-to-work legislation expected to be tabled Monday. The demonstration, organized by Public Interest Alberta, saw members of the Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA) and allies canvassing the southwest Calgary community of West Springs, distributing yellow signs and urging residents to support stronger funding for public schools. The strike, now in its 22nd day, has left approximately 750,000 K–12 students across the province out of classrooms since October 6.…

26 Oct

Alberta Wraps Up 2025 Harvest Season: Minister Sigurdson Praises Farmers’ Resilience

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): As Alberta’s 2025 harvest season draws to a close, Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation RJ Sigurdson commended the province’s farmers for their determination and hard work throughout a challenging growing year. In a statement issued Monday, Minister Sigurdson highlighted the dedication of Alberta’s producers, whose efforts continue to make the province a global leader in agricultural quality and innovation. “We applaud our producers’ dedication to growing the high-quality agricultural products people around the world enjoy as they gather and create memories over the food we produce right here in Alberta,” Sigurdson said. Dry Weather and Swift Harvest…

17 Oct

Alberta Punjabi Media Unite for Sikh Society Calgary Expansion Project

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma) : In a remarkable display of unity and community spirit, Alberta’s Punjabi media organizations (Calgary and Edmonton area) are coming together to support the Sikh Society of Calgary Expansion Project Mediathon, a major fundraising initiative for the renewal of Calgary’s first Gurdwara Sahib, established in 1979. The live Mediathon will be held on November 9, 2025, starting at 9 AM, broadcast directly from Sikh Society Calgary, located at 739 81 St SW, Calgary, Alberta. All participating media will telecast live on their respective media platforms, with feed provided. The event aims to bring the Sikh community together…

25 Sep

Alberta PNP Applications Rise to 6,403 in 2025 Following 1,528 New Nominations

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Calagry ( Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has experienced a significant expansion with an additional 1,528 nomination spots allocated for 2025, increasing the total allocation to 6,403. This enhancement follows Alberta's initial allocation of 4,875, which was deemed insufficient to address the province's escalating labor market needs.The expansion aims to provide new opportunities for skilled workers, international graduates, and entrepreneurs seeking permanent residence in Alberta. Key streams under the AAIP include the Alberta Opportunity Stream, Alberta Express Entry Stream, and dedicated pathways for healthcare professionals and other in-demand occupations.Provincial authorities have emphasized that all applications will undergo…

23 Sep

AHS Audit Sparks Concern Over EMS Funding Mismanagement

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Health Services (AHS) is demanding repayment of millions after an internal audit found $4.1 million in overpayments to a private ambulance provider, with nearly $1 million flagged as misused funds.The revelation has drawn sharp criticism from both the public and political leaders, who argue that weak oversight has allowed serious financial mismanagement to continue unchecked for years. “This is not only about wasted dollars, it’s about accountability in a system people depend on during emergencies,” said one Calgary community advocate. Paramedics on the frontlines say the disclosure adds to growing frustration. Many note they are told…