Author: Gateway Gazette Contributor

Background Whistlers Campground was built in the 1960s and has not had significant improvements made since that time. The campground is in need of improvements to meet the requirements of today’s traveller. Whistlers Campground is North America’s largest single-entry campground and the largest campground in the Parks Canada system. The campground has a four kilometre…

“We invite all Albertans to join the conversation. The Fund is an investment in our province’s future, so it is important that Albertans know how it is managed and how it is performing,” said Craig Coolahan, MLA for Calgary-Klein and Chair of the Standing Committee on the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund. “The public meeting…

The Alberta government is taking action to prevent family violence by supporting organizations that address the causes and create local solutions. Organizations can now apply for Family and Community Safety Program grants that support their work to prevent family and sexual violence, promote healthy relationships and create inclusive communities. Successful projects work to connect community…

21 Canadian organizations awarded Funding to support Canadian Veterans and their families Research and innovation are vital to continually improving the well-being of Veterans and their families. The Government of Canada created the Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund to support the creation of innovative services, supports and projects to help Veterans to make smoother transitions…

This spooky time of year is the perfect chance for you and your little ones to get creative and use your imagination. Here are some tips, tricks and treats from ADT Canada for coming up with your own do-it-yourself costumes. Start with what you know. Kids always have a favourite they stubbornly hold on to until…

Grade 6 results on the mathematics Provincial Achievement Test (PAT) have improved thanks to the government’s actions on math. Provincial assessment results at the Grade 6 level showed strong performance across all subjects tested last June, including five-year highs in English language arts, science, social studies and Français. In mathematics, the percentage of students reaching both…

A new tax credit will make it easier for Alberta entrepreneurs to attract local investment to start or expand their small businesses. The Community Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) tax credit program will offer a 30 per cent tax credit to Albertans who invest in registered CEDCs. In turn, the corporations will provide capital to Alberta…

Former employee improperly accessed health information of more than 12,000 individuals. An investigation by the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC) has found that a former employee of Alberta Health Services (AHS) accessed and used health information in contravention of the Health Information Act (HIA). The investigation also determined that AHS failed to ensure the employee was…

Ealier this week, Council approved recommendations brought forward by The City to amend the Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw to allow a process for citizens to apply to keep livestock as Emotional Support Animals when a mental health professional determines the animal provides a therapeutic benefit to a patient. With the emergence of Emotional Support Animals…