Author: Gateway Gazette Contributor

Edmonton – Members of the Alberta RCMP have reported being threatened in the context of the current COVID-19 pandemic. In the past several days, RCMP officers have reported being threatened to be coughed on by members of the public who claim to be COVID-19 positive.    “The threat to transmit the COVID-19 virus is a threat to…

April 16 at 5 p.m. Since the last report, 162 new cases have been confirmed, bringing the total number of cases in Alberta to 2,158. Latest updates An unexpected network issue during the last 48 hours has temporarily limited data reporting, including the number of recovered cases and the breakdown of cases by zones across…

For many of us, The Great Trail is an outdoor gym – a place to improve our physical fitness while discovering Canada’s incredible landscapes. But did you know that the Trail also offers us an opportunity to take care of our mental health? Activities like mindful walking in the outdoors can help free our minds…

6 April 2020 – Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu – 2nd Canadian Ranger Patrol Group The 2nd Canadian Ranger Patrol Group (2 CRPG) mobilized its 14 Canadian Ranger patrols in Nunavik on April 3rd, 2020, in response to a request from Quebec. Following an agreement between the provincial and federal governments, 2 CRPG was mandated to assist the Nunavik…

Additional funding will improve access to mental health and addiction recovery services, supports and resources for all Albertans. The Government of Alberta is spending more than $53 million to implement more online, phone and in-person mental health and addiction recovery support to make it easier for Albertans to access services from anywhere in Alberta during…

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is reaching Albertans across the province as the government continues its procurement and distribution effort amid the COVID-19 pandemic. While AHS is working to connect PPE to Alberta’s health-care workers, the Provincial Operators Centre is working to connect PPE to non-AHS facilities including, but not limited to, optometrist offices, funeral homes,…

Edmonton, April 7, 2020 – Today, the Alberta Forest Products Association (AFPA) expressed its appreciation for the Government of Alberta’s decision to defer timber dues payments for up to six months. The decision comes in light of the intense hardship that COVID 19 has placed on forestry companies. Those who produce building products like lumber, plywood,…

April 15 at 6 p.m. Since the last report, 126 new cases have been confirmed, bringing the total number of cases in Alberta to 1,996. Latest updates An unexpected network issue occurred during the last 24 hours that has temporarily limited data reporting, including the number of recovered cases and the breakdown of cases by…

As the impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to affect people around the globe, the Public Health Agency of Canada has rated the risk “low” for most Canadians.* However, seniors—or anyone with a compromised immune system or underlying health condition—are at a higher risk of getting very sick from the virus.* While concerns about…

Money Mentors As COVID-19 sweeps across Alberta and the rest of the world, it’s understandable to feel scared or anxious about what the financial impact of all this may have on the economy and your bank account. Money Mentors would like to assure you that we are continuing to provide the vital service of debt and credit counselling during…

This is an extremely difficult time for all Albertans and temporary rules will be in place to provide job protection for workers and flexibility for employers during this pandemic. Following direction and recommendations provided by the chief medical officer of health, employers have had to adjust operations significantly. The Government of Alberta is taking immediate action…

Government is providing $3 million to Caregivers Alberta to expand supports for caregivers during the COVID-19 pandemic and into the future. Funding to the non-profit organization will help expand support programs and resources for the almost one million Albertans who are caregivers for family and friends, and ensure the many dedicated Albertans caring for their…