Category: Lifestyle

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement in support of World AIDS Day: “On World AIDS Day, we remember those lost and stand with persons living with HIV and AIDS. “World AIDS Day lets us pay tribute to the activists, scientists, businesses and governments that have mobilized to confront this virus. Together, we have reached…

Changes to the Occupational Health and Safety Code will protect the right of Alberta workers to wear shoes that put safety over style. Amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Code by the Government of Alberta will explicitly prohibit employers from requiring workers to use footwear that may pose health and safety risks. “I…

The Alberta government is introducing a new funding approach for the province’s two biggest cities that would help Calgary and Edmonton attract investment, support growth and create jobs. If passed, the City Charters Fiscal Framework Act would provide Edmonton and Calgary with infrastructure funding tied to provincial revenues, meaning they would share in Alberta’s future revenue growth.…

Vancouver – Canada’s economy is strong and growing, with more jobs and opportunities for the middle class, and for people working hard to join it. There are more good, well-paying jobs for Canadians, wages are growing, consumer confidence is strong and business profits are up – good news for Canadians and the communities they call…

On December 3 Alberta and the world recognize the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This day serves to increase awareness of diverse abilities, to promote inclusion for individuals with disabilities and to provide education and resources on how to take actions year-round that will help to create organizations and communities that are…

Alberta’s newest solar program will help schools across the province cut electricity costs, reduce emissions and expand environmental knowledge. The Government of Alberta is investing $15 million from the Climate Leadership Plan to install more solar panels on schools.  The Solar for Schools program provides funding to install rooftop solar panels with rebates of up…

Alberta Health Services (AHS) knows that wellness matters, and this year we’ve been asking our people and Albertans, “What’s your balance?” Throughout the year of finding balance, AHS has been highlighting four areas of wellness, including healthy eating, mental wellness, physical activity as well as sleep and fatigue. During each area of focus new resources…

Jennifer Rose Sciarrino’s work looks at how we imagine future forms in the age of the Anthropocene and Rosa Aiello examines stereotypes of femininity from Patricia Highsmith’s short stories Lethbridge, AB, November 29, 2018 – The Southern Alberta Art Gallery (SAAG) presentsJennifer Rose Sciarrino: Ruffled Follicles and a Tangled Tongue and Rosa Aiello: The Coquette, The Prude, new exhibitions on view…

The new, independent Fair Practices Office will provide a single point of access to help injured workers navigate the workers’ compensation system. As a result of the workers’ compensation system review, An Act to Protect the Health and Well-being of Working Albertans established an independent Fair Practices Office to: Help workers and employers navigate the system. Assist…

CALGARY – A free smartphone application is now available to support cancer patients and their families throughout their healthcare journey, including during meetings with care providers. The My Care Conversations app – developed in partnership between Alberta Health Services (AHS) and the Alberta Cancer Foundation– enables patients to record their conversations with their cancer care…

To meet the evolving needs of travellers, a government program is expanding to help modernize information services for tourists. The Visitor Services Innovation Fund enables visitor services providers to deliver trip-planning information in more innovative ways, such as mobile services, ambassador programs and social media, to engage more travellers. The program has expanded eligibility to…

From our humble beginning in 1983, The Magic of Christmas has grown to a volunteer family of 6,000+ Santas and elves. Every Christmas Eve, our charity: uses 20 donated Calgary Transit buses, which we magically transform into Santa’s reindeer; sends over 650 volunteer Santa’s and elves out on 6.5-hour bus shifts; visits over 650 families across…

For many people, eating out is a way to relax and socialize. But if you are watching your weight or just are concerned with healthy eating, dining out can be a challenge. The good news is that usually there are healthier options at every restaurant, even at fast-food places. By following some simple guidelines, you…