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A new Conservative government will put $4000 back in the pockets of new parents Toronto, ON – Today, the Hon. Andrew Scheer, the Leader of Canada’s Conservatives, revealed that, if elected Prime Minister this October, a new Conservative government would make maternity benefits tax-free. “Having a child is an exciting milestone in any person’s life, but it…

“Art adds to a community, attracts a core of people who are creative and brings new ideas. Artists have energy, enthusiasm and attract more of the same which is a really wonderful thing for a community to have. Alberta needs more arts now more than ever.” Landscape painters will invade Rosebud, AB on September 6th…

In the middle of the bustling community of St Albert, high up on Mission Hill sits the oldest building in Alberta: Father Lacombe Chapel. Established in 1861 by Father Albert Lacombe and Bishop Tache of the Oblate of Mary Immaculate missionary, this early Western Canada settlement offers a glimpse into life in the 1860s. We…

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2019 Minister’s Awards of Excellence in Child Development. Every year, the Alberta government recognizes outstanding child development professionals who excel in supporting healthy growth and development of children. Albertans are encouraged to nominate an individual, team or program for making a positive difference in the lives of their…

Ottawa – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces Today, the Canadian Armed Forces paid tribute to Canada’s Fallen in Afghanistan during a rededication ceremony of the Kandahar Cenotaph in the Afghanistan Memorial Hall at National Defence Headquarters (Carling) Ottawa. The ceremony provided an opportunity for family and friends of Canada’s Fallen to commemorate the legacy…

UPDATE We have some really good news to share! Thanks to Diana’s loving care, our staff, volunteers and the encouraging words people have sent us from around the world, we’re happy to share that our littlest King Penguin gained 140% of its body weight (growing from 185g to 440g) in week 2. This is double…

Canada, with its geographical vastness and resource riches, is one of the foremost countries in the global mining industry. Barrick Gold is Canada’s largest mining firm, coming in at number 11 in PwC’s 2019 ranking of the Top 40 global mining companies by market capitalization. Other Canadian entries in the Top 40 were Teck Resources,…

Work to modernize and strengthen the education system has taken another step forward with the release of supporting regulations for the Education Act. The legislation comes into force on Sept. 1. “I’m excited about the future of education in Alberta. The new Education Act will support academic excellence, education choice and leading-edge learning. We understand there are many…

Eight experts will hear from Albertans on the social and economic impacts of supervised consumption services on their homes, businesses and communities. Associate Minister Luan stands with the chair and vice-chair of the Supervised Consumption Services Review Committee. People can share experiences and evidence of the social and economic impacts of the sites through public…