Author: Gateway Gazette Contributor

Construction will soon be underway at William Watson Lodge in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park. William Watson Lodge provides year-round, barrier-free wilderness lodging for persons with disabilities, seniors and their families. Beginning in late July, the existing main day lodge will be demolished and a new day lodge will be built. The Government of Alberta is…

Life in Alberta has been turned upside down with the COVID-19 outbreak. As our province takes its first steps to recovery, many of us ask if normal will ever return. With the answer unclear, your family may need to find a new normal. These tips can help you to weather these uncertain times. Find a…

The outdoor gathering limit has been increased from 100 to 200 people. The increase applies to attendees at community outdoor events such as festivals, fireworks displays, rodeos and sporting events, and outdoor performances. All public health measures, including physical distancing, remain in place. Seated outdoor events will still require the necessary space between families and…

Community-owned Indigenous businesses can apply for investment backing from a government program starting on June 29. The Aboriginal Business Investment Fund (ABIF) will provide eligible Indigenous community-owned businesses with up to $500,000 in funding for ventures that demonstrate social and economic benefits for their communities. “ABIF aligns with our goals to be partners in prosperity…

Alberta’s Recovery Plan details the province’s economic strategy, including a record $10-billion investment in infrastructure and a plan for 50,000 jobs this year. Following the initial economic devastation of the COVID-19 pandemic and the unprecedented crash in oil prices, the Government of Alberta is stepping forward with a plan to address both the short-term and…

The do’s and don’ts of meeting online Today’s new reality has made online interaction the norm. Whether attending online lectures, completing group work remotely or meeting with potential employers, it’s important to understand the do’s and don’ts of digital decorum. Follow these tips from SAIT’s experts in Career Advancement Services to put your best digital foot forward…

A new online service simplifies the registration process across provincial lines, making it easier for owners to grow their business. Until now, Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan and Manitoba had separate processes and systems for corporations and limited partnerships to complete their extra-provincial business registrations and maintenance filings. On June 27, the four provinces were the…

Starting June 29, eligible small- and medium-sized businesses, co-ops and non-profits can apply for funding so they can open their doors and get Albertans back to work. The Small and Medium Enterprise Relaunch Grant offers financial assistance to Alberta businesses, cooperatives, and non-profit organizations that faced restrictions or closures from public health orders, and experienced…

A typical joint contains nearly 2,600 chemicals—including some linked with cancer, genetic mutation and birth defects, new study shows. By MICHAEL BROWN University of Alberta engineering researchers have characterized the potentially hazardous particles in cannabis smoke and have raised awareness about their potential health effects. “It’s not out of line to say there’s potential health…

Government is calling on all Albertans to remember who they’re protecting from COVID-19. Anyone can become ill from this virus. Older Albertans and those with heart disease, diabetes or other underlying medical conditions are the most at risk of experiencing severe health outcomes. To date, 139 of the 154 deaths reported in Alberta were individuals…

This is from a past Capitol Fourth celebration. You can watch this year’s broadcast on PBS tonight. A virtual and live event.

Alberta will offer asymptomatic COVID-19 testing at community pharmacies, making it easier for Albertans to access testing and help stop the spread. A limited number of community pharmacies will begin to offer testing to Albertans without symptoms and no known exposure to COVID-19. This is in addition to the robust COVID-19 testing already offered by…