Author: Gateway Gazette Contributor

By Miranda Reiman The Hamilton family has a business card and a standing invitation from a steakhouse owner in Vancouver. They’ve gotten a personal tour of a sushi restaurant in Calgary. On their Belvin Angus ranch near Innisfail, Alberta, they’ve shared meals with fishmongers, beef marketers and some of the most renowned chefs in the…

AISH recipients will be automatically enrolled in Alberta’s seniors financial assistance programs once they turn 65, ensuring uninterrupted benefits.  Until now, AISH recipients had to submit a separate application for provincial seniors benefits. This is unnecessary red tape since the government already has the required information. Auto-enrolment will eliminate an unnecessary application process and ensure…

The Government of Alberta has expressed its strong opposition following reports that members of the U.S. House of Representatives are pushing to amend the Canada-United States-Mexico (CUSMA) trade agreement to include mandatory Country of Origin Labelling (COOL) rules. Quick adoption of the CUSMA, as negotiated, is fundamental to the Canada-U.S. trade relationship. Farmers, processors and…

Fishing is an easy and enjoyable way for family and friends to connect with some of Alberta’s greatest natural resources – our lakes, rivers, streams and the fish that live in them. During Alberta’s twice-yearly Family Fishing Weekends, no fishing is licence required. Albertans and visitors are invited to give fishing a try on waterbodies…

The Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology’s 1,300-square-metre expansion offers visitors enriched experiences and services. MLA Horner, Minister Panda and Minister Aheer check out the Albertosaurus puzzle in the new Learning Lounge. Come and get up close and personal with the Albertosaurus in the new Learning Lounge – an interactive exhibit and discovery area. The Learning Lounge features…

Nisku, Alberta – Western Economic Diversification Canada By supporting communities, we can create a healthier environment, new economic opportunities, and a more sustainable future. This is why the Government of Canada is committed to ensuring the transition to a low-carbon economy is fair for workers and communities. Today, the Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Minister of Natural…

On July 4, 1776, the 13 colonies claimed their independence from England, an event which eventually led to the formation of the United States. Each year on the fourth of July, also known as Independence Day, Americans celebrate this historic event. Conflict between the colonies and England was already a year old when the colonies convened…

June 26, 2019 – Brussels, Belgium – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces Defence Minister Harjit S. Sajjan today held a friendly and productive meeting with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg. The Secretary General welcomed Minister Sajjan to NATO headquarters and thanked him for Canada’s unwavering support and contributions to the Alliance. He noted that…

Ottawa, ON – Luc Berthold, Conservative Shadow Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, released the following statement regarding compensation for Canada’s supply-managed sectors impacted by recent changes to Canada’s trade regime: “Minister of Agriculture Marie-Claude Bibeau repeatedly promised that compensation for Canada’s milk, egg, and poultry farmers would be in place by the end of June. It…