Author: Gateway Gazette Contributor

A tremendous thank you to all the young women who took part in this year’s Calgary Stampede Royalty Contest which officially concluded on Monday, September 24, 2018 with the crowning of the 2019 Royal Trio. The Stampede announced Astokomii Smith as the inaugural First Nations Princess on Sunday, September 23, a very exciting moment for…

Three Alberta visionaries have been honoured by the Agriculture Hall of Fame in recognition of their contributions to the cattle-feeding, crop science and greenhouse industries. “The Hall of Fame is a tribute to the ongoing legacy of agricultural innovation in this province. This year’s inductees are pioneers in their fields who have worked hard for…

We are happy to announce the launch of a new exhibits at the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame and Museum this week. With the excitement of Red Deer hosting the 2019 Canada Winter Games, we have installed an exhibit to honour the history of this event. 2019 Canada Winter Games Red Deer is proud to…

In honour of the late former premier Jim Prentice, the Government of Alberta is contributing to the Nature Conservancy of Canada’s efforts to protect a critical wildlife corridor in the Crowsnest Pass. The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC), the Prentice family, and the Government of Alberta have announced a campaign to protect a critical wildlife…

Albertans are being honoured for their work to preserve and share the stories of our province at the 2018 Alberta Historical Resources Foundation Heritage Awards. The biennial awards honour the contributions of individuals, organizations, businesses, Indigenous communities and municipalities engaged in heritage preservation and appreciation in the following categories: Outstanding Achievement, Heritage Conservation, Heritage Awareness,…

The Alberta government is proud to proclaim October as Islamic Heritage Month to celebrate the Muslim communities who are helping to build this province. With this proclamation, Alberta joins other Canadian jurisdictions in officially recognizing and celebrating the contributions of our diverse Islamic communities. “Alberta’s Muslim communities are an integral part of our cultural, economic,…

OTTAWA – This week, the Liberals unveiled their job-killing carbon tax scheme, forcing Canadians living in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and New Brunswick to pay Trudeau’s carbon tax. John Barlow, Member of Parliament for Foothills, issued the following statement in response: “This carbon tax scheme announced by the Liberals is an attempt to buy votes, and…

Energy Efficiency Alberta is making it easier for small and medium oil and gas companies to reduce methane emissions. The new Methane Emissions Reduction Program will help oil and gas facilities identify, reduce, improve or eliminate methane waste through energy-efficient equipment upgrades, boosting competitiveness, productivity and environmental performance. “A key component of Alberta’s Climate Leadership…

Education Minister David Eggen issued the following statement regarding the use of seclusion, time out and physical restraint in schools: “Today, I had the pleasure of meeting with Marcy Oakes – one of the parents who is serving on the working group I’ve appointed on the use of seclusion, (isolation) rooms time out, and physical…

New rules for vehicle sales and repairs introduce industry-wide standards to protect Albertans and improve business accountability. Improvements to the Automotive Business Regulation will create consistent standards to help consumers make more informed decisions and ensure businesses can compete fairly in a trusted automotive marketplace. The new, industry-wide standards come into effect on Oct. 31,…

Canadians are asked to participate in an online campaign to update the pan-Canadian cancer strategy Toronto, ON – The Canadian Partnership Against Cancer (the Partnership) announces the launch of the #30MinutesThatMatter campaign asking Canadians to share their experiences about cancer to directly shape how prevention, screening, care and survivorship are delivered in this country over the next decade.…

The governments of Alberta and Canada are making lives better for seniors in Pincher Creek and surrounding communities with the grand opening of the new Crestview Lodge. The new facility features 50 spacious and fully accessible homes that offer independent living for seniors, allowing them to remain close to their families and communities. “I am…