Author: Gateway Gazette Contributor

Halloween is a fun time for children. However when combined with costumes, the weather, and darkness, the excitement of the night can pose danger to little ones. We can’t control the weather or the darkness. But we can do a few things to keep Halloween safe. Costumes Ensure footwear and costumes fit properly and provide…

Electors who are not registered can still vote in the October 21 federal election. They can register at their polling station on election day. To find their polling station, all electors need to do is enter their postal code online or call 1-800-463-6868. Unregistered electors can also enter their information online, print a pre-filled registration certificate and bring…

Abe Oudshoorn, Western University In this bi-weekly blog series, I explore recent research on homelessness, and what it means for the provision of services to prevent or end homelessness. Read the first blog here.  Today’s post is a bit different from my usual review of the works of others as I instead share insights on our…

Government has introduced the Electricity Statutes (Capacity Market Termination) Amendment Act to enable the return to an energy-only market. The proposed bill is intended to restore investor confidence in Alberta’s electricity system. Legislation enacted by the previous government would have seen the transition to a capacity market in 2021. In July, government followed through on a platform…

By Christine Thompson, Calgary Stampede There was a certain energy in the air as the search for the 2020 First Nations Princess and Royal Trio began weeks ago. As the reign of the 2019 Stampede Royalty came to  a close—with many memories of a lifetime shared between the group—the legacy of the Calgary Stampede Royalty…

Eight remarkable Albertans are being recognized and celebrated with investiture into the Alberta Order of Excellence at Government House. “The Alberta Order of Excellence members for 2019 are innovators and trailblazers who have spent their lives and careers working to lead positive change for people in Alberta, across Canada and around the globe. I thank…

The government has introduced the Disclosure to Protect Against Domestic Violence (Clare’s Law) Act to help save lives. No one should ever face abuse from their intimate partner. But tragically, Alberta’s domestic violence rates are unacceptably high – the third highest in Canada. That’s why the government is introducing this important legislation to help individuals by empowering…

Calgary Zoo This year, local trappers from the Alberta Trappers Association will be helping our Conservation Research team monitor fishers in the wild. A number of trappers will be setting up remote cameras to record fisher behaviour! We hope to assess whether a fisher’s exploratory behaviour is consistent in the wild and in captivity. The…

PARIS, Oct. 9, 2019 /CNW/ — Analysis of the CANTO cohort published in the journal Annals of Oncology will upset received wisdom on the effects that hormone therapy and chemotherapy have on the quality of life in women with breast cancer. Contrary to the commonly held view, 2 years after diagnosis, hormone therapy, a highly effective breast cancer treatment…

Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) will provide more patient care, leading to a more efficient health system and helping improve access to care. Government is amending the licensed practical nurses profession regulation to expand the scope of practice for LPNs in five key areas, including administering blood or blood products. “Our government is committed to strengthening…

Calgary Zoo Calgary, AB – Calgary Zoo and Pembina Pipeline Corporation announced earlier today that they have partnered to protect wildlife and wild places. Pembina’s founding sponsorship of the Calgary Zoo includes a $250,000 investment over a 5-year period dedicated to construction and operational expenses of greater sage-grouse flight pens or burrowing owl facilities at the…