Tag: Northern Alberta

How Slow Can It Go? An Update on Alberta’s Economy in 2015

Edmonton – Alberta’s economy has been riding high for more than four years. Now, with low and volatile oil prices, the question is: How slow will the economy go? ATB Financial’s Chief Economist Todd Hirsch is answering that question with findings from the latest ATB Economic Outlook. Released today, it summarizes research on Alberta’s most important sectors, covering…

January 9, 2015
RCMP Thorsby/Breton – Overdue Traveller – UPDATE

Mr Wilson has been located safe and sound. Original Alert: The Thorsby/Breton RCMP are asking for assistance to locate a 74 year old male from Buck Lake, Alberta that has not arrived at his intended destination. On January 7th, 2015 family members reported that Roy WILSON, a 74 year old male, was supposed to be leaving…

January 9, 2015
Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: Winter Skin Care

Year-round sun protection While seasons change, one thing remains constant: the sun. No matter what season it is, it’s still shining, and you still need a sunscreen to protect your skin against harmful ultraviolet rays. Wear makeup or a moisturizer with sun protection factor (SPF) 15 on your face and all exposed areas of skin…

January 8, 2015
Wildrose: Our Mission Continues

By Heather Forsyth, MLA Albertans remain in a state of shock. The betrayal they feel as they contemplate the scandalous abandonment of democratic principles held by once-trusted politicians will not heal quickly; nor should it. They are stung and justifiably hurt by actions that mock notions of noble public service and trust. But let us…

January 8, 2015
RCMP Evansburg – Officers investigate death of Entwistle couple

Officers investigate death of Entwistle couple Evansburg, Alberta – On January 7, 2015, at approximately 1:30 p.m., Evansburg RCMP officers responded to a call for service to a residence following a request to check on the complainant’s elderly parents at their home in the Hamlet of Entwistle, Alberta. Officers gained entry to the residence and found the couple…

January 8, 2015
Premier Prentice Comments on Latest Keystone XL Developments

Premier Jim Prentice issued the following statement after the White House said U.S. President Barack Obama would veto Keystone XL pipeline legislation: “I continue to be encouraged by the level of broad public and bipartisan support in the United States that is developing around the Keystone XL pipeline project. “Alberta is committed to responsible energy…

January 8, 2015
Autopsy results confirm multiple homicide victims died from gunshots

Edmonton – The Medical Examiner’s Office has confirmed that all of the seven remaining victims from Monday’s multiple homicides died from gunshot wounds. The Medical Examiner’s Office worked throughout New Year’s Day to complete autopsies on the remaining seven victims and the lone male suspect, who took his own life, following the tragic Dec. 29, 2014…

January 6, 2015
RCMP Cold Lake – MISSING Person – Daidien Desjarlais, age 14

[Cold Lake, Alberta], The Cold Lake RCMP is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 14 year old female. Daidien Desjarlais was last seen on December 23, 2014 at 12:00 A.M. at a residence on Cold Lake First Nations near Cold Lake. Daidien left the residence with another missing Cold Lake male Tarron…

January 6, 2015
PM Announces Committee to Select the New Lieutenant Governor of Alberta

Ottawa, Ontario – Prime Minister Stephen Harper today announced that the five members of the Advisory Committee on Vice-Regal Appointments are now in place to begin the search for appropriate candidates to fill the position of Lieutenant Governor of Alberta. This is in keeping with the non-partisan process to select Lieutenant Governors announced by the Prime…

January 5, 2015
A Personal Connection

Anthropology professor Kisha Supernant explores Métis archaeological sites while unearthing some of her own heritage By Janet Harvey When Kisha Supernant arrived at the University of Alberta a few years ago to assume her position in the Department of Anthropology, she was in search of a new research direction. Then she attended a talk on…

January 5, 2015
ASIRT Seeks Public’s Assistance

The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) continues to investigate the January 2, 2015 officer-involved shooting death in Grande Prairie and is seeking public assistance. Grande Prairie RCMP responded to a report of an armed robbery at a convenience store located in Patterson Mall. Upon arrival, there was a confrontation with a man who was…

January 5, 2015
AHS Weekly Wellness News: A Flu Free New Year

It’s not too late for your influenza immunization You resolve to start the year healthy. To eat well, be active… but what about your influenza immunization? Influenza has arrived in Alberta. As of December 18, more than 1,470 cases of influenza have been confirmed in Alberta. Of these cases, 260 have been hospitalized. Tragically, 10…

January 5, 2015
Direct Energy Regulated Services Announces Natural Gas Rates for January 2015

CALGARY, Alberta, Jan. 2, 2015 /CNW/ — Direct Energy Regulated Services has announced default natural gas rates for January 2015. These rates will apply to customers who have not chosen a competitive supplier within the ATCO Gas North and South service territories. The rates have been verified by the Alberta Utilities Commission. North Service Territory…

January 4, 2015
Consumers to benefit from electricity system improvements

Electricity customers will soon have greater clarity and transparency in their bills, while benefiting from a more competitive retail marketplace. Based on the advice of an MLA team, and the passing of Bill 201, government will take action in three key areas: Clarifying that the Local Access Fee on customers’ bills is set and collected…

January 3, 2015
Water Conversation Flows into Action

The Government of Alberta is responding to the priorities of Albertans with 20 immediate actions that will help protect the province’s water resources. The Water Conversation Action Plan outlines 20 short-term actions and five long-term actions that will further safeguard drinking water supplies, improve how we manage lakes and enhance groundwater protection during oil and…

January 3, 2015