Author: Gateway Gazette

  • The AI Wave in Education

    The AI Wave in Education

    by Travis Parker Martin, Head of Film & New Media Content, Bootkik Artificial intelligence has long promised to disrupt life as we know it, but only in the last few years have we seen tech companies like Google double down on it, going so far to say they’re no longer “mobile-first” but “AI-first”. There’s no sector immune…

  • One Month Countdown to Higher Carbon Tax

    One Month Countdown to Higher Carbon Tax

    EDMONTON, AB): One month from December 1st the NDP will hike its failed carbon tax by 50 per cent. “Alberta families are already struggling under the weight of a carbon tax that this NDP never campaigned on,” said United Conservative Leader Jason Kenney. “Their job-killing carbon tax has made virtually everything Albertans buy more expensive, from groceries…

  • Extended Tuition Freeze Delivers on Affordability

    Extended Tuition Freeze Delivers on Affordability

    Continuing the freeze on tuition and fees through the 2018-19 academic year will keep post-secondary education affordable and accessible for Albertans. Extending the tuition and fees freeze through 2018-19 means that a post-secondary education will be more affordable for nearly 250,000 full- and part-time students and apprentices. A university or college student starting studies in…

  • Keystone XL Approval Errs on Side of Safety

    Keystone XL Approval Errs on Side of Safety

    One spill is too many but pipelines are much safer than rail for transporting oil By Kenneth P. Green, Elmira Aliakbari and Ashley Stedman The Fraser Institute State regulators in Nebraska recently approved the Keystone XL pipeline, ending nine years of regulatory and political limbo across multiple jurisdictions. TransCanada Corp. can now build its pipeline.…

  • Planet Waves Horoscopes: December 4 – 11, 2017

    Planet Waves Horoscopes: December 4 – 11, 2017

    By Eric Francis Coppolino   ARIES — It may be difficult to articulate what’s bothering you. Yet it’s more difficult dealing with the consequences of not speaking up, which are both short-term and long-term. So do what you can to put your thoughts in some form that others can understand, which will also mean putting…

  • World AIDS Day: Statement from Premier Notley

    World AIDS Day: Statement from Premier Notley

    Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement on World AIDS Day (December 1st): “The first clinical cases of Human Immunodeficiency Virus, or HIV, appeared in the early 1980s. Today, fewer people are becoming infected. And, although there is still no cure, treatment and care are helping most people with HIV stay healthy, avoid AIDS, and…

  • Survey: Access to Information and Privacy Rights Matter to Albertans

    Survey: Access to Information and Privacy Rights Matter to Albertans

    Albertans believe strongly that it is important to protect privacy and the right to access information in Alberta, a public opinion survey commissioned by the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC) has found. The survey, conducted in October 2017, showed that 95% of respondents believe it is important to protect the privacy of…

  • Turner Valley Chief Administrative Officer Retiring

    Turner Valley Chief Administrative Officer Retiring

    Turner Valley, Alberta – Mayor Gary Rowntree announced that Barry Williamson will retire from the position of Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) effective January 5, 2018. Mr. Williamson has served as CAO for the past four years, having previously served on Council for three terms. Mayor Rowntree commented” Barry’s outstanding leadership and extensive municipal governance knowledge are…

  • November Brings Small Increase in Optimism for Alberta Entrepreneurs

    November Brings Small Increase in Optimism for Alberta Entrepreneurs

    After October drop-off, slight rebound in November CALGARY – The latest monthly Business Barometer survey results from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) reveal Alberta’s small business optimism increased 1 point in November to 56.2.  Alberta’s position relative to the national index worsened, as it now sits 3.1 points behind (59.3). “On the whole, these…

  • AHS Weekly Wellness: Beat the Winter Blues

    AHS Weekly Wellness: Beat the Winter Blues

    Many people are more sluggish in winter than in summer, but for those affected with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), the problem goes beyond getting a little gloomy. People who have SAD can experience: depressed mood, lack of motivation, fatigue, and often feel tired throughout the day. These symptoms can lead to excessive time in bed…

  • Flu Shots to Protect You are still Available at Pharmasave Black Diamond

    Flu Shots to Protect You are still Available at Pharmasave Black Diamond

    If you haven’t had your flu shot yet, you can head into Pharmasave Black Diamond and get yours anytime. There’s no charge for anyone over 9-years-old.

  • Protecting Consumers Purchasing or Repairing Cars

    Protecting Consumers Purchasing or Repairing Cars

    The proposed A Better Deal for Consumers and Businesses Act would better protect Albertans buying or repairing a vehicle by increasing the accountability and transparency of the automotive industry.   If passed, the bill would help build a trusted marketplace where consumers are confident they are getting their money’s worth and where businesses can grow and compete…

  • Canadian Paralympic Committee Announces Broadcast and Digital Partnerships for PyeongChang Paralympic Games

    Canadian Paralympic Committee Announces Broadcast and Digital Partnerships for PyeongChang Paralympic Games

    CBC/Radio-Canada remains Canada’s Paralympic Network through 2020 thanks to multi-Games partnership with the Canadian Paralympic Committee The Canadian Paralympic Committee and CBC/Radio-Canada announced their first-ever multi-Games partnership renewal. The agreement will see the national public broadcaster remain Canada’s Paralympic Network through the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games. The extended partnership begins with coverage of the PyeongChang 2018 Paralympic Winter Games, March 9-18,…

  • Dietitians, Paediatricians Advise Parents to Exercise Caution with Plant-based Beverages

    Dietitians, Paediatricians Advise Parents to Exercise Caution with Plant-based Beverages

    OTTAWA, ON — Public health dietitians are concerned about a rise in parents feeding plant-based beverages (e.g. rice, coconut, almond, hemp, potato) to their infants and young children. Following reports of infants and young children becoming malnourished and one death after being fed plant-based drinks as a main beverage, Dietitians of Canada is joining with the…

  • A Better Deal for Consumers and Businesses

    A Better Deal for Consumers and Businesses

    A proposed bill would make life more affordable by strengthening consumer protections and helping businesses succeed. A Better Deal for Consumers and Businesses Act would support a level playing field for businesses and improve protections for Albertans making big purchases like buying or repairing a car, buying concert tickets, taking out a loan or getting medical…