Tag: Central Alberta

  • Province names Essential Services Commissioner

    Province names Essential Services Commissioner

    The Government of Alberta has selected an Essential Services Commissioner to oversee the application of Alberta’s essential services legislation. Gwen Gray, Q.C., has been chosen as Essential Services Commissioner. Ms. Gray’s term begins June 1, 2016. Ms. Gray is an Edmonton-based labour lawyer with more than a decade of experience in Alberta’s labour, employment and…

  • ATB Powers Through the Challenging Alberta Economy

    ATB Powers Through the Challenging Alberta Economy

    Edmonton — Loans, deposits, assets and operating revenue all experienced healthy growth during ATB Financial’s fiscal year ending March 31, 2016. ATB’s operating revenue of $1.5 billion was up 5.8 per cent over the previous year, loans grew by 7.1 per cent and deposits grew by 0.9 per cent in what was a tough year for Alberta’s…

  • Fildebrandt Suspension Lifted: Wildrose Caucus

    Fildebrandt Suspension Lifted: Wildrose Caucus

    EDMONTON, AB (May 31, 2016): Today, the Wildrose Caucus voted to lift the suspension on MLA Derek Fildebrandt, effective immediately. “There is a clear commitment from Derek to address Caucus’ concerns to be accountable for his track record on social media and to take steps to fix it. Derek has fully accepted Caucus’ concerns and criteria. “Derek…

  • Alberta Small Business Confidence Rebounds Six Points

    Alberta Small Business Confidence Rebounds Six Points

  • Statement on Wildrose Caucus’ Steps to Lift the Suspension for MLA Fildebrandt

    Statement on Wildrose Caucus’ Steps to Lift the Suspension for MLA Fildebrandt

    EDMONTON, AB (May 30, 2016): Today, Wildrose Leader Brian Jean released the following statement after the Wildrose Caucus decided on steps which would allow MLA Derek Fildebrandt to have his suspension lifted. “Derek remains an important member of our conservative family and has accepted the Wildrose Caucus’ suspension. “We believe that Derek recognizes that he…

  • New Website Helps Albertans Say Thanks for Care Received

    New Website Helps Albertans Say Thanks for Care Received

    CALGARY – A new website launched today by Alberta Health Services (AHS) responds to ongoing requests from patients, families and clients for a way to send messages of thanks directly to health care workers who made a difference in their lives. The website – www.thanksforcaring.ca – allows people to post messages of gratitude to any…

  • ATB Opens Entrepreneur Centre, Offers Free Banking for 2016 Startups

    ATB Opens Entrepreneur Centre, Offers Free Banking for 2016 Startups

    Edmonton — ATB Financial has opened the doors to its Entrepreneur Centre in Edmonton, a unique, dedicated space where business owners can meet to share ideas, garner support, and learn from banking and business experts. This Entrepreneur Centre is located at ATB’s Calgary Trail at Whitemud branch. The first ATB Entrepreneur Centre opened earlier this month in…

  • AHS Weekly Wellness News; Happy Trails – ATV Safety Tips

    AHS Weekly Wellness News; Happy Trails – ATV Safety Tips

    As snow-blowers and shovels are tucked away for another season, Albertans are venturing outdoors to enjoy the spring weather. Alberta Health Services (AHS) is reminding all Albertans, and particularly parents of children less than 16 years of age, to make ATV safety a priority. There are significant risks associated with the use of ATVs. Children…

  • Province to Work with Indigenous Communities to Ensure Return of Sacred Ceremonial Objects

    Province to Work with Indigenous Communities to Ensure Return of Sacred Ceremonial Objects

    Introduction of Bill 22, An Act to Provide for the Repatriation of Indigenous Peoples’ Sacred Ceremonial Objects, is the first step  in helping to ensure that all Indigenous communities will be able to reclaim sacred ceremonial objects in provincial collections, now and in the future. The Alberta government has begun conversations about Bill 22 with…

  • Jean Statement on the Suspension of MLA Fildebrandt from the Wildrose Caucus

    Jean Statement on the Suspension of MLA Fildebrandt from the Wildrose Caucus

    EDMONTON, AB (May 27, 2016): Tonight, Wildrose Leader Brian Jean announced the suspension of MLA Derek Fildebrandt from the Wildrose Caucus. “This evening, Mr. Fildebrandt made an unacceptable comment on social media that does not represent the values of the Wildrose Caucus. “He has been suspended from our Caucus effective immediately.”

  • Alberta and Ontario Work Together to Fight Climate Change

    Alberta and Ontario Work Together to Fight Climate Change

    New Interprovincial Alliance will Accelerate the Development of Cleantech Initiatives Thursday, Alberta Premier Rachel Notley and Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne met in Edmonton to discuss new opportunities to partner on energy and climate change initiatives. The Premiers announced a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Alberta’s Climate Change and Emissions Management Corporation (CCEMC) and Ontario…

  • Panel Releases Summary of Medical Assistance in Death Consultation

    Panel Releases Summary of Medical Assistance in Death Consultation

    The government is releasing What we heard: Medical Assistance in Dying, a summary of public consultation findings that includes more than 15,000 responses to an online survey. “Thousands of Albertans responded to this difficult topic with the compassion and the pragmatism this province is known for. I want to thank each person who took the…

  • Alberta Recognized for Commitment to Improving Air Quality

    Alberta Recognized for Commitment to Improving Air Quality

    The Asthma Society of Canada has named Environment Minister Shannon Phillips recipient of its 2016 leadership in public policy award in recognition of Alberta’s commitment to improving air quality. “On behalf of the Government of Alberta, it’s a great privilege to accept the Asthma Society of Canada’s award for leadership in public policy. Phasing out…

  • The Cost of the Carbon Tax

    The Cost of the Carbon Tax

    By Todd Loewen Albertans know the number one rule for any government during a time of economic turmoil is to do no further harm. Generations of Albertans have seen recessions come and go. They know and understand that the government can’t control the price of oil. In times like these, they want to see their government…

  • NDP Carbon Tax Bill Will Makes Life Harder for Families at a Time They Can Least Afford it

    NDP Carbon Tax Bill Will Makes Life Harder for Families at a Time They Can Least Afford it

    EDMONTON, AB: The NDP government’s new carbon tax bill will just make things worse for families and businesses with increased costs at a time they can least afford it, the Wildrose Official Opposition said today. With Alberta’s economy contracting by over 4 per cent during the past year, Wildrose Leader Brian Jean said this new…