Tag: Central Alberta

  • Municipalities Weigh in: NDP Plan Putting Economy at Risk, Will Mean Higher Power Bills

    Municipalities Weigh in: NDP Plan Putting Economy at Risk, Will Mean Higher Power Bills

      EDMONTON, AB: An open letter from 30 municipalities confirms the NDP plan for climate change will damage the economy, and force Albertans to pay the price through higher power bills, the Wildrose Official Opposition said Wednesday. The letter cites major concerns about the accelerated phase-out of coal generated electricity and the NDP’s climate change strategies…

  • New Report from Oil Well Drillers Confirms that NDP Policies are Damaging Alberta’s Economy

      EDMONTON, AB: Forecast drilling numbers from the Canadian Association of Oilwell Drilling Contractors (CAODC) show how dramatically the current economic downturn and NDP policies are impacting Alberta’s energy sector, the Wildrose Official Opposition said Wednesday. The CAODC’s report notes that along with challenging circumstances such as the low price of oil and market access…

  • Trade Mission to Support Diversification of Agriculture and Forestry Economy

    Trade Mission to Support Diversification of Agriculture and Forestry Economy

       

  • Bill 6 Makes Changes Too Fast, Needs to be Sent to Committee for Proper Consultation with Farmers: Wildrose

      EDMONTON, AB: Improving safety on farms is critical, but the changes announced through Bill 6, the Enhanced Protection for Farm and Ranch Workers Act occur too quickly and need to be sent to committee to guarantee proper consultation for the family farms that will be impacted, the Wildrose Official Opposition said Tuesday.  The legislation…

  • Safety, Fairness Focus of Farm and Ranch Workers Legislation

    Safety, Fairness Focus of Farm and Ranch Workers Legislation

      Proposed new legislation will ensure Alberta’s farm and ranch workers are kept safe and treated fairly. Bill 6, the Enhanced Protection for Farm and Ranch Workers Act, was introduced in the Alberta Legislature today. “Everyone deserves a safe, fair and healthy workplace. With this bill, workplace legislation will now extend to farms and ranches.…

  • Budget 2015 Keeps Film and Television Jobs Rolling in Alberta

    Budget 2015 Keeps Film and Television Jobs Rolling in Alberta

    The Alberta government is investing in the future of Alberta’s film, television, music, and publishing industries through Budget 2015, helping further stabilize the sector and keep productions in the province. To meet current commitments and further grow the sector, the budget includes an increase of $11 million for the Alberta Media Fund, bringing the total…

  • Senior Care Still Falls Short in Alberta

    Senior Care Still Falls Short in Alberta

    Alberta Seniors department budget has been cut from $116 million in 2014-15 to $102 million in 2015-16 By Janice Curtis, CEO – Calgary Meals on Wheels and Lawrence Braul, CEO – Trinity Place Foundation CALGARY, Alta./ Troy Media/ – The Alberta NDP government’s first budget was a disappointment for the province’s fastest growing demographic – seniors. Seniors…

  • ATB and SeedUps Canada Partner to Spread Word about Equity-based Crowd Funding

    ATB and SeedUps Canada Partner to Spread Word about Equity-based Crowd Funding

      Calgary — ATB Financial and SeedUps Canada are partnering to help educate small businesses and investors about a new phenomenon: equity crowd funding. Formed in 2014, Calgary-based SeedUps, with its exempt market dealer partner Waverley Corporate Financial Services, is the first online equity crowd funding platform in Canada, allowing early-stage companies an opportunity to raise capital…

  • Commissioner Completes Investigation of the Government of Alberta’s ‘Sunshine List’

    Commissioner Completes Investigation of the Government of Alberta’s ‘Sunshine List’

      The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC) has completed its investigation of the Government of Alberta’s use and disclosure of public service salary, benefit and severance information under the Public Service Compensation Disclosure Policy. The investigation found that, in general, the collection, use and disclosure of personal information was not in compliance…

  • Okotoks Students Among Recipients of Duke of Edinburgh Award

    Okotoks Students Among Recipients of Duke of Edinburgh Award

      The Duke of Edinburgh’s Silver ​Award were presented by Her Honour, The Honourable Lois Mitchell to 32 Alberta youth ranging in age from ​16 to 24 who have challenged themselves in four major initiatives: participating and planning a three day adventurous journey, spending 12 months learning a skill, being physically active and spending 6 months…

  • Albertans Recognized for Preventing Family Violence

    Albertans Recognized for Preventing Family Violence

      Inspiration Award winners are dedicated to stopping the cycle of violence and abuse in their communities. The Inspiration Awards recognize individuals for their outstanding commitment and leadership in family violence and sexual violence prevention. “These dedicated Albertans are working each and every day to prevent and support those affected by family violence in our…

  • Wildrose Releases Updated Shadow Roster

      EDMONTON, AB (November 18, 2015): Today, Wildrose Leader Brian Jean released an updated Wildrose Shadow Cabinet roster, introducing Wildrose Calgary-Foothills MLA Prasad Panda as the new Shadow Minister for Economic Development & Trade. Brian Jean, Fort McMurray-Conklin Leader Derek Fildebrandt, Strathmore-Brooks Finance & Treasury Board Drew Barnes, Cypress-Medicine Hat Health Leela Aheer, Chestermere-Rocky View…

  • Province Invests in Natural Flood and Drought Protection

    Province Invests in Natural Flood and Drought Protection

      The provincial government is providing grants to 12 organizations through the Watershed Resiliency and Restoration Program that will help improve the flood and drought resiliency of communities across the province. Dutch Creek west of Lethbridge. Photo courtesy of Oldman Watershed Council “Restoring Alberta’s natural flood and drought defences is a critical part of our…

  • Long Form Census Return Good News for Municipalities

    Long Form Census Return Good News for Municipalities

      Edmonton – AUMA welcomes the federal announcement of the return of the long-form census, as we have been calling for more comprehensive and reliable statistical data to support municipal programs and policies. “Alberta’s urban municipalities appreciate the new government’s decision to reinstate the long form census for 2016,” said AUMA President Lisa Holmes. “This…

  • ASIRT Assigned to Investigate Death in Red Deer

      The Director of Law Enforcement has directed the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of a man who was found in a wooded area near 32 street within Red Deer city limits on November 11, 2015. Investigation has determined the man was likely involved in an incident…