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Scheer Lays Out Conservative Priorities for Throne Speech in Meeting with Trudeau
Ottawa, ON (November 12, 2019) – During a meeting with Justin Trudeau today, Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer outlined his priorities for the upcoming speech from the throne. Last week, Scheer called on Trudeau to immediately recall Parliament to deal with four pressing policy areas – keeping Canada strong and united, helping Canadians get ahead, restoring ethics and…
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Government Affirms Stable Funding for Libraries
The government is ensuring libraries remain strong community and learning hubs by maintaining the highest level of direct funding for library boards in the country. This funding will allow libraries to continue delivering important library services to Albertans, including job-seeking assistance, language-learning, and support for people with print disabilities. “Our libraries are vital community and…
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From My Bookshelf: Kingdom of the Blind
By Lynn Willoughby Kingdom of the Blind ~ Louise Penny The Inspector Gamache series by this author has been hugely popular. In fact, this is the fourteenth in the series. Although they are mystery novels set in the seemingly tranquil village of Three Pines, there are dark and disturbing crimes, with despicable characters. And although I…
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Enabling Oil Investment Across Alberta
Government is creating jobs by allowing curtailed operators to drill new conventional oil wells. Effective Nov. 8, 2019, all producers can drill new conventional oil wells without being restricted by production limits. Existing producing wells will remain under curtailment. This measure will drive positive investment, lead to increased drilling activity, and support economic growth in…
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Alberta RCMP Remind all Albertans to Always Report Suspicious Activity
Edmonton – Alberta RCMP are pleased to report that the third quarter results for 2019 continue to show an overall steady decrease in property-related crime in Alberta since 2017 (http://www.rcmp.gc.ca/ab/data-and-innovation-donnees-et-innovation/3-alberta-eng.htm). This could not have been accomplished without the continued efforts of Albertans in securing their personal property and informing their local police of suspicious activity…
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Honouring the Legal System’s Heritage
Government has introduced Bill 23 that would ensure an automatic name change of the Court of Queen’s Bench to the Court of King’s Bench during the reign of a king. The proposed amendment would re-enact a section of the Court of Queen’s Bench Act that was repealed by the former government in 2018. Saskatchewan and Manitoba each…
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A Heritage Christmas
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Alberta’s Newest Wildlife Crossings a Positive Investment: Conservationists
Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative (Y2Y) applauds the Alberta government’s decision to advance a wildlife overpass on Highway 1 east of Canmore and a wildlife underpass on Highway 3 east of Crowsnest Pass, each with wildlife fencing. These crossing structures in the Yellowstone to Yukon region are two of several wildlife mitigation projects planned for…
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Seeking Input on Education Choice
A new online survey asks Albertans to identify opportunities to protect and enhance education choice. Input from the survey, open until Dec. 6, will help inform future education legislation. “We committed to Albertans that our government would introduce a Choice in Education Act to affirm that parents have the primary responsibility for the education of…
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Alberta RCMP Remind Drivers to Not Leave Vehicle Idling and Unoccupied
Edmonton – Alberta RCMP remind drivers not to leave their vehicles idling while unoccupied. When the temperature drops, police see an increase in stolen vehicle incidents while leaving them unoccupied. Alberta RCMP have estimated that about 33% of all vehicle thefts occurred while the vehicle was idling and unoccupied. Vehicle thefts of this kind are…
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New Balancing Pool Chair Appointed
Energy Minister Sonya Savage has appointed Greg Clark to lead the Balancing Pool board of directors. Clark is an entrepreneur who co-founded a successful technology-based professional services organization and led some of Calgary’s largest content management, records management and compliance implementations in Canada’s energy, oil and gas industry. He is an active community volunteer and…
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Healthy Hints from Pharmasave: Choosing a Prostate Cancer Treatment
Making the choiceWhen Doug was diagnosed with prostate cancer, his first response was to get information. He read countless books, articles, and studies on prostate cancer, which made him feel more prepared for the hard times that lay ahead. He also sought out a second opinion for peace of mind. His wife was of great…
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Piikani Nation to Build New Travel Centre in Southern Alberta
A ground-turning ceremony was held on October 7th on the site of the future travel centre on the Piikani Nation, at Brocket, northeast of Pincher Creek. The ceremony included a tradition blessing. The first phase is expected to be completed by August 2020 and will be comprised of a gas station and small deli. Phase…
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Alberta Winter Games Countdown On
In 100 days, Airdrie will welcome competitors from across the province for the 2020 Alberta Winter Games. More than 2,600 participants, their families, spectators and supporters are expected to attend the games, Feb. 14-17, 2020. The games offer Albertans aged 11 to 17 an opportunity to compete in a provincewide multi-sport competition. “As the minister…
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CN Sponsoring Transportation of a Historic Piece of Canadian Military History
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