Tag: Northern Alberta

Wildrose Announce List of Candidates for By-Elections

Here is a final list of the four Wildrose candidates for the 27 October 2014 by-election: Calgary-Elbow: Col. John Fletcher As the Commander of the reserve army in Alberta, John commanded approximately 1,300 soldiers and managed a multi-million dollar budget. His diplomatic duties included maintaining a close relationship with the consular appointments in the Province…

October 2, 2014
Premier Prentice Announces Revitalization of Southern Alberta Office

October 01, 2014 – Premier Jim Prentice announced that high-profile community advocate Emma May is the new Executive Director of the Premier’s Southern Alberta office at McDougall Centre. Ms. May is the co-founder of a successful real estate brokerage, former corporate lawyer, active community advocate and volunteer. Many Albertans will recognize Ms. May from her prominent…

October 2, 2014
Global Privacy Sweep Raises Concerns about Mobile Apps

Clear, concise privacy language builds consumer trust and is good for business, according to privacy authorities that took part in this year’s global sweep of more than 1,200 mobile apps. As mobile apps explode in popularity, many of them are seeking access to large amounts of personal information without adequately explaining how that information is…

October 2, 2014
Equine Scholarships for Alberta Students

This article is courtesy of the Horse Industry Association of Alberta The following is a resource list of scholarships that are available for Alberta students pursuing equine-related post-secondary studies. This list is provided for informational purposes only and individual eligibility, requirements, and deadlines vary. Applicants should direct their inquiries to the respective organizations offering the scholarships. 4-H…

October 1, 2014
Prentice Government to Review Agencies, Boards and Commissions

Premier Jim Prentice today announced that government will, as promised, begin a review of all agencies, boards and commissions (ABCs) to ensure they are performing for Albertans. Premier Prentice has committed to merit-based appointments to ensure the right people are in the right jobs in all organizations associated with the Government of Alberta. The 52…

October 1, 2014
Mental Health and Addiction Trailblazers Receive Lieutenant Governor’s Award

Leaders on the mental health and addictions front are being honoured today with True Awards from the Lieutenant Governor’s Circle on Mental Health and Addiction. Lieutenant Governor Donald S. Ethell presented five awards for outstanding work to understand how mental illness and addiction develop, create approaches to help catch problems in early stages, offer supports…

October 1, 2014
Airdrie RCMP Warn of Internet Frauds

Airdrie, Alberta – Airdrie RCMP would like to remind the public to stay safe and secure online as internet frauds are becoming increasingly sophisticated. RCMP has recently received information of an elaborate online fraud claiming to be Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Fraud occurs as follows; · Subject receives an email claiming to be from CRA.…

October 1, 2014
Albertans Invited to Discuss Changes to the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund

The Legislative Assembly of Alberta’s Standing Committee on the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund invites the public to its annual meeting to discuss information about the $17.5 billion Fund. “The Fund belongs to all Albertans, and it benefits us in so many ways,” said Ron Casey, committee chair and MLA for Banff-Cochrane. “I encourage everyone…

September 30, 2014
Alberta Honours Fallen Police and Peace Officers

Albertans and law enforcement officials paid their respects, on Sunday, to police and peace officers who have died in the line of duty. Family, friends and the public joined Lieutenant Governor Donald S. Ethell and Minister of Justice and Solicitor General Jonathan Denis as well as members of the provincial law enforcement community to remember…

September 30, 2014
Economic Developers Alberta (EDA) Launches Unique Resource For Disaster Recovery

The “Recovery and Resiliency Roadmap; A Toolkit for Economic Preparedness” helps communities recover from and prepare for economic disasters September 29, 2014, Calgary AB – Economic Developers Alberta (EDA) is pleased to announce it has designed a unique resource to help community leaders prepare for and recover from economic disasters. The only resource of its kind in Canada.…

September 29, 2014
Writs issued for four by-elections in Alberta: Calgary-Elbow; Calgary-Foothills; Calgary-West and Edmonton-Whitemud

Alberta’s Chief Electoral Officer, Glen Resler, confirms that Writs were issued today to administer four (4) by-elections to be held in Calgary-Elbow; Calgary-Foothills; Calgary-West; and Edmonton-Whitemud. “Returning Officers and Election Clerks have been appointed and trained along with their office teams and are ready to manage and conduct voting in the four (4) electoral divisions…

September 29, 2014
AHS Weekly Wellness Tip: Youth head injuries during sport and recreation

According to the Alberta Centre for Injury Control and Research, sport-related injury is the leading cause of emergency department visits in Alberta among teens aged 15-19 years. Concussion is a common sport related injury that often occurs during hockey, football, skiing and snowboarding. A concussion is a brain injury that occurs when the brain suddenly…

September 29, 2014
Alberta Business Owners Split on Changes to TFW Program

[break] Calgary – Alberta small and mid-sized business owners agree the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) program is a necessity, but appear split on recent changes to it. That’s according to the latest ATB Financial Business Beat survey, due for release next month. According to the survey, 72 per cent of Alberta small and mid-sized enterprises…

September 28, 2014
Fundamental Changes Through MGA Review Must Continue

[break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] Edmonton, September 21, 2014: At the 2014 AUMA Annual Convention, one topic is at the front of mind of many municipalities: the Municipal Government Act review. AUMA is looking for significant updates to the act, including property assessment and taxation, equitable sharing of revenue among municipalities, and a share of provincial revenues. “We look…

September 27, 2014
Government to Create Rural Health Care Action Plan

[break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] A comprehensive review of health care in Alberta’s rural communities will ensure care is coordinated in an efficient and predictable manner. “I learned from my travels across Alberta this summer that many rural communities are seriously concerned about health care delivery. So I have tasked MLA Richard Starke to chair a review panel into…

September 24, 2014