Alberta Archives - Page 7 of 23

31 Jan

Alberta Invites Nominations to Celebrate Champions of Senior Care

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta government has opened nominations for the Minister’s Seniors Service Awards, calling on communities to recognise individuals and organisations that have made a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors across the province. The annual awards honour exceptional service and dedication to improving the well-being, inclusion and quality of life of older Albertans. Individuals, businesses and non-profit groups whose work supports seniors are eligible for recognition. Minister of Assisted Living and Social Services Jason Nixon said seniors play a vital role in Alberta’s communities and deserve strong support networks. He noted that the awards provide a…

31 Jan

Alberta Expands High-Speed Internet Reach to Hundreds of Rural Communities

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is set to bring high-speed internet to hundreds of additional rural and remote communities as part of its ongoing push to close the digital gap across the province. With the latest round of broadband funding, connectivity will soon be extended to 759 more communities, benefiting tens of thousands of households. Provincial officials said the new phase of projects, supported through the Universal Broadband Fund, will provide reliable high-speed internet access to about 83,000 additional homes. The expansion marks a significant step toward ensuring that residents outside major cities are no longer left behind in an increasingly…

31 Jan

Alberta Tops National Rankings for Cutting Bureaucratic Burden

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta has reinforced its reputation as Canada’s most business-friendly province after once again emerging as the national leader in reducing regulatory red tape, according to the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). During Red Tape Reduction Week, the CFIB reaffirmed Alberta’s top position, awarding the province the Golden Scissors Award — the highest national recognition for eliminating unnecessary regulations. Alberta also secured an ‘A’ grade for the fourth year in a row, reflecting sustained efforts to simplify rules and improve the overall business climate. Since 2019, the provincial government has removed close to 220,000 regulatory requirements, a…

25 Jan

Alberta premier rejects claims that separatists seek U.S. statehood, stresses renewed ties with Ottawa

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Premier Danielle Smith on Saturday dismissed suggestions that supporters of separatism in the province aim to join the United States, pushing back against recent remarks made by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Bessent, speaking during an interview on a conservative American television network, claimed that Alberta residents were increasingly discussing sovereignty and hinted at the possibility of a referendum on whether the province should remain part of Canada. He also suggested that closer alignment with the U.S. could benefit Alberta, citing energy resources and trade potential. Addressing the comments during her weekly radio programme, Your Province,…

23 Jan

IHF Celebrates Ramotsav 2026 in a Grand and Magnificent Manner in Calgary

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Ramotsav 2026 was organised and celebrated in a truly grand and spiritually uplifting manner, as a large gathering of devotees came together to honour Lord Ram. The event was organised by IHF to commemorate the historic consecration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on December 22, 2024, with the same spirit of devotion beautifully reflected in Calgary. celebrations began with Poojan, followed by the sacred chanting of Ram Raksha Stotram, led by Sonia Joshi and her dedicated team from IHF, filling the venue with a powerful sense of devotion and reverence. The programme continued with a Sanskrit…

23 Jan

Minister Sigurdson Heads to UAE to Boost Alberta’s Agricultural Trade

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, RJ Sigurdson, will visit Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to strengthen the province’s international agricultural trade and showcase Alberta as a dependable supplier of high-quality food products. The trip aims to expand Alberta’s presence in global markets, build on existing partnerships, and create new trade and investment opportunities for the province’s farmers and processors. By tapping into overseas markets, Alberta hopes to increase demand for its agricultural and food products while supporting local producers. “This mission is a valuable opportunity to connect with partners from across the Middle East and Asia to…

23 Jan

Alberta Boosts Funding for KidSport to Get More Children into Sports

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta government is providing an additional $547,000 to KidSport Alberta to help more children participate in sports and recreational activities across the province. The move is part of ongoing efforts to remove financial barriers that prevent kids from joining teams, trying new activities, or accessing necessary equipment. Sport and recreation are widely recognized as important for children’s physical health, confidence, and social development. Yet registration fees and gear costs often leave some children sidelined. Last year, Alberta invested $8 million through the Every Kid Can Play program to expand access to sports and recreation for young…

18 Jan

Crowds Gather in Edmonton as Alberta Independence Petition Draws Strong Turnout

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Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): A petition drive calling for a public vote on Alberta’s future within Canada drew large crowds in Edmonton on Saturday, with long queues forming at Rundle Park as residents waited to add their names. The event was organised by Stay Free Alberta, the group leading the campaign to seek a referendum on whether the province should pursue separation from Canada. The organisation has been holding signature collection and awareness campaigns across Alberta since receiving approval from Elections Alberta earlier this month. By early afternoon, organisers estimated that hundreds of people had already signed the petition at the…

12 Jan

Alberta Doctors Push for Health Emergency Declaration Amid Hospital Overcrowding

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Mounting pressure on emergency rooms in Edmonton has prompted Alberta doctors to urge the provincial government to declare a public health state of emergency, as hospitals struggle to cope with severe overcrowding during the peak flu season. The call was renewed earlier this week when the Alberta Medical Association (AMA) appealed to the province to invoke emergency measures for the second time, warning that the health-care system is under unsustainable strain. Emergency physicians across the city have been sharing firsthand accounts of packed wards, long wait times and patients being treated in hallways due to a lack…

10 Jan

Alberta Launches Public Portal for Proposed BC Bitumen Pipeline

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta government has unveiled a new online platform to provide information on its proposed bitumen pipeline to northwest British Columbia, highlighting a commitment to transparency and public engagement. The website aims to clarify common misconceptions about the project, including rumors that construction has already started, that Alberta is fully funding the pipeline, or that a route has been finalized. In reality, the province has dedicated $14 million to early-stage planning and is seeking private-sector leadership alongside partnerships with Indigenous communities. Officials said the pipeline could transport up to one million barrels of crude per day to…