Author: Gateway Gazette Contributor

Canadian innovators create quality jobs across the country, keep our industries competitive on the world stage, and find solutions to pressing issues – from building a more sustainable future to creating economies that benefit everyone. The Government of Canada continues to make ambitious investments in research, infrastructure, and education to support Canadian innovators, create state-of-the-art…

Yesterday, working on the ground under the direction of the U.S. Northern Rockies Type 1 Incident Management Team (IMT), the initial attack teams from Waterton Lakes, Banff and Kootenay national parks established a hose lay on the north side of Boundary Creek running up the south side of Mount Richards. Aerial suppression efforts over the…

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement on Rosh Hashanah: (September 9, 2018) “With the dawning of 5779 in the Jewish calendar, it’s a pleasure to wish Jewish Albertans a new year as sweet as the apples dipped in honey that they are enjoying. “In the Days of Awe to come, I wish them all…

EDMONTON, AB (September 9, 2018): United Conservative Leader Jason Kenney has issued the following statement in recognition of Rosh Hashanah: “Today at sundown, Jewish Canadians will come together with family and friends to celebrate the beginning of the Jewish New Year – Rosh Hashanah. Rosh Hashanah marks the beginning of the ten days of repentance known…

As part of the Government of Alberta’s largest infrastructure build in the province’s history, nearly 32,000 students will be attending school in new and modernized learning spaces this school year. The 37 new and modernized schools scheduled to open during the 2018-19 school year stretch across the province from Okotoks to Fort McMurray, and from…

Working together to prevent suicide: Myths and Facts September 10th marks World Suicide Prevention Day, an internationally recognized event designed to raise awareness and dispel some of the myths related to suicide. Suicide is a preventable tragedy and affects people of all genders, ages and ethnicities. Each year more Albertans die by suicide than motor…

BARRIE, ON/CNW/ – In light of the recent suicides amongst the first responder community, The Tema Conter Memorial Trust is launching their new #TalkingHelps campaign to align with the beginning of September, Suicide Awareness Month. #TalkingHelps (https://www.tema.ca/talkinghelps) looks to highlight the importance of speaking up and out about mental health and PTSD in an effort to get…

The deadline is drawing near, but Albertans still have time to submit nominations for the Stars of Alberta Volunteer Awards. The annual awards recognize the outstanding contributions of Alberta volunteers who: Exemplify the spirit of community service. Demonstrate exemplary initiative, leadership and creativity in service to others. Serve as a role model for others in…

Organizations can now apply for Government of Alberta grants that support local crime-prevention initiatives. The Victims Restitution and Compensation Payment Act allows authorities to seize cash and property used in or obtained through criminal activity. This process of civil forfeiture makes crime unprofitable and deprives offenders of the money and tools necessary to commit further illegal acts.…

Humanoid robot will act as support tool to help children cope better with medical procedures SASKATOON/CNW/ – Mason was born on Oct. 10, 2010 (10/10/10), which happened to be his favourite number. He was a happy kid and loved to smile. Like many boys his age, Mason enjoyed spending time outside, playing with his dog, camping, swimming,…