Tag: Central Alberta

  • Government to Create Consistency for Alberta Beer Markups

    Government to Create Consistency for Alberta Beer Markups

    In ongoing efforts to promote local jobs, economic development and trade consistency, the Government of Alberta is updating the markup for beer products sold throughout the province. The President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance, Joe Ceci, has directed the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission board to set the beer markup to $1.25/L, regardless…

  • Lawmakers Focus on Collaboration and Policy at Cross-border Conference

    Lawmakers Focus on Collaboration and Policy at Cross-border Conference

    Cameron Westhead, the MLA for Banff-Cochrane, will attend the Council of State Governments (CSG Midwest) Midwestern Legislative Conference July 17-20 in Milwaukee, Wis. CSG Midwest is a regional forum bringing together legislators and government leaders from 11 states and four Canadian provinces. The Milwaukee conference will advance discussions on agriculture and economic development and will…

  • Join Parks Day Celebrations in Alberta

    Join Parks Day Celebrations in Alberta

    Alberta Parks will celebrate Canada’s Parks Day on July 16 and 17 with free family events at 28 of our provincial parks and recreation areas, from Lesser Slave Lake to Writing on Stone. Albertans are invited to try something new this summer at an Alberta Park. Activities to discover this weekend include: Glenbow Ranch Provincial…

  • Tough Times Will Continue for Many Albertans: ATB Economic Outlook

    Tough Times Will Continue for Many Albertans: ATB Economic Outlook

    Calgary — While there are signs of improvement, the second half of 2016 will continue to be difficult for Albertans and businesses in our province. Today, ATB Financial is releasing its latest quarterly Economic Outlook for the province, providing insight into what may happen in the months ahead. Capturing five primary economic indicators, the key results from…

  • Technical Consultation on Private Automobile Insurance Regulations is Underway

    Technical Consultation on Private Automobile Insurance Regulations is Underway

    The Alberta Government is conducting consultations with industry stakeholders on the private automobile insurance system. A targeted stakeholder consultation is underway to gather evidence-based information to inform potential technical changes to regulations governing the private insurance system. The Automobile Accident Insurance Benefits Regulations, Automobile Insurance Premiums Regulation, Minor Injury Regulation and Diagnostic and Treatment Protocols…

  • NDP Government Dragging its Feet on Lowering Dental Fees for Everyday Albertans: Wildrose

    NDP Government Dragging its Feet on Lowering Dental Fees for Everyday Albertans: Wildrose

    EDMONTON, AB: As Albertans have seen the cost for dental procedures skyrocket to levels 20 to 30 per cent higher than other Canadian jurisdictions, now is the time for the NDP government to implement common sense solutions proposed by Wildrose to increase competitiveness in Alberta’s dental system and encourage lower prices, the Wildrose Official Opposition…

  • Royalty Programs to Help Boost Production and Create Jobs

    Royalty Programs to Help Boost Production and Create Jobs

    Two new royalty programs will encourage oil and gas producers to explore new areas, boost production in other areas and keep Albertans working. Following months of work with leaders in the energy industry, the government is releasing details of the new Enhanced Hydrocarbon Recovery Program and the Emerging Resources Program. When determining royalty rates, these…

  • Service Fees Reduced for Albertans When Paying Fines Online

    Service Fees Reduced for Albertans When Paying Fines Online

    Service fees for online fine payments have been lowered by half to $3. Starting July 8, Albertans can pay their fines online through fines.alberta.ca. In addition to traffic tickets, any ticket with a voluntary payment amount can be paid, including tickets for common liquor offences and LRT or C-Train violations. The online ticket payment page…

  • Energy at Home: How We Can Become More Sustainable

    Energy at Home: How We Can Become More Sustainable

    By Coral Bliss Taylor Most of the concerns raised about the unsustainability of our energy practices focus on industrial activities, such as development of the oilsands.  But other sectors give rise to big energy sustainability issues too.  Consider housing. A friend recently asked what could be done to make his new house more sustainable.  It’s…

  • Law Enforcement Team Wants to Hear from Albertans

    Law Enforcement Team Wants to Hear from Albertans

    Alberta’s Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Branch is seeking re-accreditation from a world-leading agency. The Commercial Vehicle Enforcement branch helps keep Alberta roads safe by ensuring commercial vehicles comply with safety laws and standards. The re-accreditation process is conducted by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA). Alberta’s Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Branch has met…

  • AHS Weekly Wellness News: Safe Summer Weekends

    AHS Weekly Wellness News: Safe Summer Weekends

    Many Albertans like to take advantage of the long summer evenings and warmer weather to get outdoors, go traveling or visit with family and friends. Weekends and celebrations can be fun for Albertans of all ages.  If you, your friends or family are planning on using alcohol as part of your celebratory gatherings, there are…

  • Energy Efficiency Open Houses Announced

    Energy Efficiency Open Houses Announced

    Alberta’s Energy Efficiency Advisory Panel will hold its first open houses to gather input from Albertans. Panel members and technical experts will be on hand to speak with Albertans about their vision for energy efficiency and community energy systems programming and suggested actions. Calgary open house Monday, July 18 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Energy Environment…

  • CPAWS Responds to Grizzly Bear Recovery Plan

    CPAWS Responds to Grizzly Bear Recovery Plan

    On June 1, the Government of Alberta released the new draft Grizzly Bear Recovery Plan (2016-2021).  CPAWS Southern Alberta will be reviewing the plan in detail and will encourage public feedback on the plan by July 15.  At first glance however, we can see the new plan shows some areas of progress and some areas…

  • GreenTRIP Criteria Changed to Leverage Federal Money

    GreenTRIP Criteria Changed to Leverage Federal Money

    The Government of Alberta is expanding its Green Transit Incentives Program (GreenTRIP) to include such things as transit-stop upgrades and pilot projects for new transit. The expansion is in line with the provincial government’s commitment to give all Albertans more public transportation options. It also means the province will qualify for all projects eligible for…

  • Motorcycle Safety – Do Your Part

    Motorcycle Safety – Do Your Part

    Motorcycle riders are extremely vulnerable. Other drivers need to be aware and give motorcyclists the space they need. Between 2010 and 2014, 3,323 motorcycles were involved in casualty collisions. These collisions resulted in 153 deaths and 3,440 injuries. “Road users can all play a part in motorcycle safety, by knowing the rules and being aware.…