Author: Gateway Gazette Contributor

MAY 27, 2020 – At the age of 2, Adam Kingsmill lost his right leg below the knee when he ran into the path of a riding lawn mower in his backyard. He was enrolled in The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program after his accident, and now at 20 years old, uses his experience to…

By Moira Farr, Army Public Affairs Ottawa, Ontario — For Wounded Warriors Canada (WWC), supporting more than 500 military veterans and first responders with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other operational stress injuries presents unique challenges at the best of times. Add the isolation measures required during a pandemic, and the work of helping people with…

Thinking differently about leisure time can help you get a family getaway despite the pandemic, say experts. By BEV BETKOWSKI How do we keep COVID-19 from ruining our precious vacation time, with international borders closed to travellers, festivals cancelled, parks, camping and cottage visits limited and even small events like garage sales forbidden? There are…

A new apprenticeship path for barbers will streamline training and help get Albertans back to work sooner. Alberta has expanded the hairstylist apprenticeship program to include barber certification, enabling apprentices to choose the path that best meets their needs. The new barber certification path enables apprentices to streamline their training and achieve certification in half…

May 27 at 5:30 p.m. Alberta’s COVID-19 hospitalization rates remain low with 43 people in hospital, four of whom are in intensive care. In total, 6,106 Albertans have recovered from COVID-19. Two more Albertans have died. Latest updates 25 new cases bring the number of total active cases to 679. Cases have been identified in…

Just over a year after construction started, the Gene Zwozdesky Centre at Norwood in Edmonton is taking shape. About 160 construction workers are currently on site, working extended hours to keep this important and critical project on schedule and on budget. With work progressing quickly and completion slated for early 2024, the project is expected…

Minister of Economic Development, Trade and Tourism Tanya Fir issued the following statement on Tourism Week, May 24 to 31: “Alberta’s tourism industry, and the innovative tourism businesses behind it, play a valuable role in driving our economy forward. “Every year, Alberta’s iconic landscapes, destinations and experiences draw millions of visitors who spend billions in…

May 26 at 4:45 p.m. Alberta’s COVID-19 hospitalization rates remain low with 45 people in hospital, five of whom are in intensive care. In total, 6,048 Albertans have recovered from COVID-19. One more Albertan has died. Latest updates 22 new cases bring the number of total active cases to 714. Cases have been identified in…

The Alberta government is listening to entrepreneurs and landlords to ensure we are doing everything we can to keep businesses open and Albertans working. Tenants and landlords can fill out a survey via alberta.ca to help gauge any challenges they may be experiencing while working together to develop a payment schedule, paying their rent, or meeting other…

Accelerated funding for seniors housing projects will create about 190 jobs and ensure seniors with low income have access to well-maintained homes. The government is providing $26 million to support 82 new capital maintenance and renewal projects for seniors housing facilities. These projects, taking place in communities across the province, will focus on the health…

Minister of Health Tyler Shandro issued the following statement on National Paramedic Services Week:    “Today, I want to recognize and thank the more than 9,000 courageous men and women who provide paramedic services to Albertans across the province, and their families who support them. “When Albertans need them, paramedics are there – offering care,…