Tag: Central Alberta

  • The Olympic Games in Rio: Statement from Culture and Tourism Minister

    The Olympic Games in Rio: Statement from Culture and Tourism Minister

    Ricardo Miranda, Alberta’s Culture and Tourism Minister responsible for sport, issued the following statement in advance of the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro: “Congratulations to the 31 athletes from Alberta on making the Canadian Olympic Team. I am extremely proud to see our province so well represented. Over the next 16 days these athletes…

  • Mel Hurtig passing: Statement from Deputy Premier Hoffman

    Mel Hurtig passing: Statement from Deputy Premier Hoffman

    Deputy Premier Sarah Hoffman has issued condolences on the death of Mel Hurtig. “Albertans’ thoughts and condolences are with the family and friends of longtime Edmontonian Mel Hurtig. “As a businessman, Mel brought books to a literature-hungry Edmonton. As a publisher, he nurtured our pride, knowledge and Canadian identity by bringing us the Canadian Encyclopedia.…

  • Open Farm Days Will Harvest Fun and Memories

    Open Farm Days Will Harvest Fun and Memories

    Whether it is tantalizing barbecue under a blue Alberta sky or a trail ride through picturesque rural landscapes, family fun options will abound during Open Farm Days 2016. The gates will swing open at a record number of host sites across the province August 20 and 21 as farmers, ranchers and ag-tourism operators invite visitors…

  • Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls gets Alberta support

    Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls gets Alberta support

    The Minister of Indigenous Relations, Richard Feehan, issued the following statement in response to today’s federal announcement of a five-member commission to lead the National Inquiry on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, along with terms of reference to guide their work. “This is an important step. I’d like to commend the federal government…

  • BDC and ATB Announce $1 Billion Deal to Make More Capital Available for Alberta Businesses

    BDC and ATB Announce $1 Billion Deal to Make More Capital Available for Alberta Businesses

    Calgary – Recognizing a need to further help Alberta-based small and mid-sized businesses gain access to capital, the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) and ATB Financial (ATB) have negotiated a $1 billion agreement to support small business. BDC and ATB will each contribute $500 million in new business loans under the program, a first of its kind…

  • New Payday Loan Protections and Lower Rates for Albertans

    New Payday Loan Protections and Lower Rates for Albertans

    Alberta now has the lowest payday lending rate in Canada. As of August 1, the province has the lowest maximum borrowing rate in the country, reduced from $23 for every $100 borrowed to $15 per $100. All fees related to a payday loan must be included in this cost, and this move puts an end…

  • NDP Government Picking Winners and Losers with New Small Brewery Grant Program: Wildrose

    NDP Government Picking Winners and Losers with New Small Brewery Grant Program: Wildrose

    EDMONTON, AB: Instead of committing to creating the right investment conditions to encourage breweries to set up shop in Alberta, the NDP government is picking winners and losers with their new small brewers tax and grant scheme and Alberta consumers will pay the tab, the Wildrose Official Opposition said Friday. Wildrose has urged the NDP…

  • Another Day, Yet Another Taxpayer Dollar Spent on Advertising NDP Mistakes: Wildrose

    Another Day, Yet Another Taxpayer Dollar Spent on Advertising NDP Mistakes: Wildrose

    EDMONTON, AB: Following the bizarre decision by the NDP government to file a lawsuit over Power Purchasing Arrangements against two of its own agencies and against Enmax, a company owned by the people of Calgary, the NDP government is now doubling down on misuse of taxpayer dollars by promoting their frivolous lawsuit through ad buys, the…

  • Local Small Breweries Benefit from Alberta Jobs Plan

    Local Small Breweries Benefit from Alberta Jobs Plan

    Small brewers in Alberta will be able to invest and grow their business, thanks to a new grant that will support local entrepreneurship and economic diversification. Beginning August 5, Alberta-based brewers who produce and sell no more than 300,000 hectolitres in Alberta annually will be eligible to participate in the Alberta Small Brewers Development Program.…

  • AHS Weekly Wellness News: Work Week Activities to Improve Fitness

    AHS Weekly Wellness News: Work Week Activities to Improve Fitness

    Finding time to exercise during the work week can be challenging. For many of us, most of the daylight hours are consumed preparing for work, commuting to and from work and…working. Experts recommend a minimum of 2 ½ hours of moderate activity a week. To qualify as “moderate”, an activity should increase your breathing rate…

  • CEO of Alberta Health Responds Regarding Salary Compensation

    CEO of Alberta Health Responds Regarding Salary Compensation

    In reference to a recent news story regarding salary compensation, Dr. Verna Yiu, President and CEO of Alberta Health Services, provides her response. Alberta Health Services (AHS) employees in southern Alberta and across the province are dedicated individuals who work hard every day to provide communities with critical, compassionate and quality health care. All our…

  • Heritage Day: Celebrate Culture and Explore Alberta

    Heritage Day: Celebrate Culture and Explore Alberta

    Culture and Tourism Minister Ricardo Miranda has issued the following statement about Alberta Heritage Day: “For over 40 years, our province has celebrated its ethnic diversity and vibrant culture on the first Monday of August during Alberta Heritage Day. “Alberta’s heritage begins with its Indigenous peoples and spans generations to the many immigrants who have…

  • Documents Show NDP Government Ignored Warnings of Higher Power Bills for Albertans: Wildrose

    Documents Show NDP Government Ignored Warnings of Higher Power Bills for Albertans: Wildrose

    EDMONTON, AB: Wildrose Shadow Electricity and Renewables Minister Don MacIntyre released the following statement responding to Deputy Premier Sarah Hoffman’s astounding comments that the NDP government “wasn’t aware” of all aspects of Power Purchasing Arrangements (PPAs) when they increased the industry (SGER) carbon levy: “Either the Deputy Premier isn’t being told all the facts, or is willfully…

  • Wildrose “On Your Side” Tour Chance to Hear From Everyday Albertans

    Wildrose “On Your Side” Tour Chance to Hear From Everyday Albertans

    This summer, Wildrose is embarking on a province-wide tour entitled “On Your Side”. The tour is an opportunity for myself as Wildrose Leader and our entire team of 22 MLAs to travel across the province to hear from everyday Albertans. Grassroots supporters are the most important level of any political organization. They tell us what…

  • ATVs are Not for Kids

    ATVs are Not for Kids

    Shared from the Alberta Health Services website. ATV Safety Off-road vehicles, like all terrain vehicles (ATV’s) and snowmobiles are more popular than ever in Alberta. With this comes an increase in serious injury and death. Between 2010 and 2014, 85 Albertans died while riding ATVs. Of those 85, 17 were 16 years and younger. Because…