Category: Lifestyle

Motor vehicle services, including vehicle registrations, driver’s licence renewals, and knowledge and road tests will be unavailable to Albertans June 19-22. The Motor Vehicles System (MOVES) that tracks all driver and vehicle information in the province is being updated to continue serving Albertans. “We appreciate Albertans’ patience while we make this necessary update. I’ve been…

The Calgary Awards are presented each year by The City of Calgary to recognize deserving individuals, corporations, community groups and organizations. The recipients of the 13 awards highlight the excellence of our community and recognize the significant contributions made by our citizens. The Calgary Awards is The City’s official citizen recognition program celebrating Calgarians and…

June 16 at 5 p.m. Hospitalization rates remain low with 36 people in hospital, seven of whom are in intensive care. In total, 6,882 Albertans have recovered from COVID-19. Latest updates 35 new cases bring the number of total active cases to 449. Cases have been identified in all zones across the province: Calgary zone:…

Minister of Labour and Immigration Jason Copping issued the following statement to mark Public Service Week 2020: “In honour of Public Service Week, I want to thank and recognize the tens of thousands of dedicated public servants who proudly serve Albertans every day.  “On behalf of our government, I want to offer our heartfelt thanks…

**WARNING – GRAPHIC IMAGES** On June 1, 2020, a good Samaritan found a blind and suffering puppy wandering the 2400 block of 43 Street SE in the community of Forest Lawn and turned the stray puppy into a veterinary clinic. The approximately 8-week-old terrier puppy was suffering from a severe eye condition, resulting in one…

Government will review Alberta’s post-secondary education system and develop a long-term plan to enhance student experiences and connect education to jobs. Advanced Education will engage stakeholders to co-create an innovative new strategy for Alberta’s universities, colleges, polytechnics and other adult learning providers. Through the Alberta 2030: Transforming Post-Secondary Education initiative, government will work with a…

Alberta Veterinary Medical Association In many households, pets are important and valued members of the family. Pet owners are encouraged to have emergency plans to respond to the various types of emergency situations including severe weather events or overland flooding. Increasing the chances of survival in an emergency like a fire, flood, or tornado depends on…

June 12, 2020                Ottawa              Transport Canada The COVID-19 pandemic has created an unprecedented global crisis that is having a significant impact on all aspects of the Canadian transportation industry, travellers, and the economy. The Government of Canada is committed to implementing a multi-layered framework of measures to protect Canadians, and help prevent air travel…

June 15 at 5 p.m. Hospitalization rates remain low with 31 people in hospital, seven of whom are in intensive care. In total, 6,862 Albertans have recovered from COVID-19. Latest updates 20 new cases bring the number of total active cases to 440. Cases have been identified in all zones across the province: Calgary zone:…

Albertans can support local authors and the province’s publishing industry while connecting with others at a safe distance through the Alberta Reads Book Club. The Book Publishers Association of Alberta hosts this new book club. The first book, selected by Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women Leela Sharon Aheer, is Pass Me By: Gone…

Bill 22, the Red Tape Reduction Implementation Act, 2020, clears the way for businesses to operate more efficiently and freely as we prepare for the reopening of the economy. The bill proposes 14 legislative changes across six different ministries. Several of these changes work to promote job creation and support economic growth by removing unnecessary burdens…

Minister of Seniors and Housing Josephine Pon issued the following statement to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: “Every year, on June 15, we recognize World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. In Alberta and throughout the world, people unite to lift their voices against elder abuse. “We define elder abuse as any action or inaction, to…