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  • Research Paper Sheds Light on Workplace Incident Investigations

    Research Paper Sheds Light on Workplace Incident Investigations

    Dangerous workplace incidents may be the result of criminal negligence and are not just due to “unfortunate circumstances,” according to a recent research paper. The report, entitled The Criminal Law Response to Workplace Safety Incidents, was authored by former Calgary Crown Prosecutor Jonathan W. Hak and occupational psychologist Robert B. Stewart. The paper reflects on the implementation…

  • CAPP Issues Statement on Supreme Court of Canada’s Redwater Decision

    CAPP Issues Statement on Supreme Court of Canada’s Redwater Decision

    JANUARY 31, 2019 – CALGARY, ALBERTA Today the Supreme Court of Canada released its ruling on the Redwater appeal. The Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers has issued the following statement. “The Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers is encouraged with today’s decision from the Supreme Court of Canada. CAPP has argued on behalf of industry that…

  • Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Flaky Pie Crusts

    Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Flaky Pie Crusts

    By Reena Nerbas Red Curry Stain on Clothes Dear Reena, My compliments for your helpful and practical suggestions on various subjects, mainly household related stuff and cleaning. We were having dinner at a friend’s place. I spilt a little bit of red curry stuff on my brand-new cotton, khaki pants and the following happened: My…

  • The 2019 Camp Down is On

    The 2019 Camp Down is On

    Alberta Parks’ online campsite reservations open as of Feb. 4. Campers can log on to reserve.albertaparks.ca to book their group camping areas. Comfort camping reservations open Feb. 11 at 9 a.m., while individual campsite reservations for the May long weekend start Feb. 19. New this year is Kananaskis backcountry camping reservations which open Feb. 25 at 9 a.m.…

  • Black History Month: Statement from Premier Notley

    Black History Month: Statement from Premier Notley

    Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement as Albertans celebrate the contributions of people of African descent: “Today, we recognize and celebrate the many ways people of African, African American and Caribbean descent have contributed to life in Alberta. “Black settlers arrived on the Prairies decades before Alberta became a province. They quickly became an…

  • Alberta’s 1st Artist in Residence Revealed

    Alberta’s 1st Artist in Residence Revealed

    Edmonton’s Lauren Crazybull has been named the province’s and Canada’s first Artist in Residence. Crazybull is a Blackfoot Dene painter, illustrator and documentarian. Recently, her focus has been working with youth through art. Crazybull’s work is informed by several years of justice- and Indigenous-related advocacy. “Congratulations to Lauren on being selected as Alberta’s first Artist…

  • Cochrane RCMP – Motor Vehicle Collision Hwy 1, West of Highway 68 Intersection

    Cochrane RCMP – Motor Vehicle Collision Hwy 1, West of Highway 68 Intersection

    Rocky View County, AB – Cochrane RCMP were on scene of a collision involving 2 semi trucks that had temporarily reduced eastbound traffic to a single lane. Both lanes have since opened and RCMP have cleared the scene. Eastbound traffic is still being effected. Westbound traffic was not effected. The drivers of both vehicles sustained minor injuries. The Cochrane RCMP are asking if…

  • Advocate Releases Ideas for Taking Action on Issues Affecting LGBTQ2S+ Youth

    Advocate Releases Ideas for Taking Action on Issues Affecting LGBTQ2S+ Youth

    The Office of the Child and Youth Advocate (OCYA) has released Community Conversations on Speaking OUT, an addendum to their 2017 special report on the experiences of LGBTQ2S+ youth in the child welfare and youth justice systems. The addendum focuses on stakeholders’ ideas for action based on the four themes and the five recommendations highlighted in…

  • Commander of the Canadian Army Visits Soldiers in Iraq

    Commander of the Canadian Army Visits Soldiers in Iraq

    Baghdad, Iraq – The Commander of the Canadian Army, Lieutenant-General Jean-Marc Lanthier completed a visit to Iraq last week where he met with Canadian personnel deployed on Operation IMPACT. Lieutenant-General Lanthier, along with Canadian Army Sergeant-Major, Chief Warrant Officer Stu Hartnell, as well as the Honorary Colonel of the Canadian Army Paul Hindo, visited the…

  • Foothills County – Enhanced RCMP Policing

    Foothills County – Enhanced RCMP Policing

    You may have noticed, there have been more RCMP cruisers keeping any eye on rural crime here in Foothills County. In response to concerns about the increasing statistics of rural crime, Foothills County ran an initial three-month pilot program from October to December 2018. This pilot project increased the RCMP presence in the Foothills with…

  • How Much is the NDP’s Taxpayer-funded Campaign Costing?

    How Much is the NDP’s Taxpayer-funded Campaign Costing?

    EDMONTON, AB (February 5, 2019) – Five days in to the legal election period, when an election can be called at any time, and the NDP’s taxpayer-funded ad campaign continues unabated. “Anyone who has watched TV or listened to the radio in the last month has seen the constant so-called ‘Made in Alberta’ advertisements. It’s time…

  • United Conservatives Celebrate Black History Month

    United Conservatives Celebrate Black History Month

    CALGARY, AB: The Hon. Jason Kenney, Leader of the United Conservatives, issued the following statement in celebration of Black History Month: “Every February, Black History Month serves as an important opportunity to reflect on the contributions, sacrifices, and legacy of Canadians who trace their heritage to Africa and the Caribbean. “Often fleeing persecution, many black Canadians…

  • Legislative Assembly of Alberta Celebrates Black History Month

    Legislative Assembly of Alberta Celebrates Black History Month

    Honourable Robert E. Wanner, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta hosted a celebration of Black History Month in the Legislature rotunda on February 4th. “Recognizing Black History Month is an important part of understanding human rights and acknowledging the accomplishments and continuing contributions made by black Albertans to the betterment of our province,” said…

  • New Chief Medical Officer of Health

    New Chief Medical Officer of Health

    Dr. Deena Hinshaw has been appointed Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health after Dr. Karen Grimsrud’s retirement. “Dr. Hinshaw has been an invaluable member of our public health team and I thank her for filling in as acting Chief Medical Officer of Health over the past several months. I know she will continue working to…

  • First Aid for Cold Weather

    First Aid for Cold Weather

    By Charles Dart, Canadian Red Cross Digital Volunteer Snuggle up with your favourite hot beverage and read these quick First Aid for cold weather tips to prepare yourself for the Canadian winter as it approaches. Before you go outside… Dress in layers of tightly woven fabrics such as wool or synthetics. Inner layers should include warm socks, a…