Tag: Northern Alberta

  • Auditor General Releases August 2014 Special Duty Report on the Expenses of the Office of Premier Redford and Alberta’s Air Transportation Services Program

    Auditor General Releases August 2014 Special Duty Report on the Expenses of the Office of Premier Redford and Alberta’s Air Transportation Services Program

    AUGUST 7, 2014—Auditor General Merwan Saher released his report on the findings of a special duty audit requested by Premier Redford in March 2014. His overall conclusions follow. Premier Redford and her office used public resources inappropriately. They consistently failed to demonstrate in the documents we examined that their travel expenses were necessary and a…

  • Premier Hancock Responds to Auditor General’s Report on Premier’s Office Expenses and Use of Government Aircraft

    Premier Hancock Responds to Auditor General’s Report on Premier’s Office Expenses and Use of Government Aircraft

    August 07, 2014 – Premier Dave Hancock issued the following statement regarding the Auditor General’s findings of misuse of government resources by the former premier. “I’m grateful to the Auditor General for his report* and recommendations. Oversight and transparency are fundamental to the work we do as public servants. “Governments are entrusted to put the…

  • Packed and Ready To Go, But . . .

    Packed and Ready To Go, But . . .

    76 year old needs help with this “fundraising” thing! His name is Hugh Ashwell and at 76 years of age, he’s philosophical about his decision to join Wild Pink Yonder, the 23-day, 500 km trail ride for breast cancer research. “I don’t know how many more years a guy might be able to do something…

  • Ministers Dallas and McQueen on the pending sale of AltaLink

    Ministers Dallas and McQueen on the pending sale of AltaLink

    Ministers Cal Dallas and Diana McQueen issued the following statement regarding the pending sale of AltaLink. “The approval from Industry Canada on the sale of AltaLink – from a Quebec-based company to an American-based company – is one step in a review process that ensures Alberta’s interests and needs are reflected. “The Government of Alberta…

  • Alberta Parks: Geocaching

    What is Geocaching? In geocaching, you use a GPS (Global Positioning System) receiver to locate a “geocache” – a hidden object, place or feature. Searching for, finding and placing geocaches is fun, exciting and rewarding. This family-friendly outdoor activity is a adventure every time you seek a new geocache! Geocaching.com has locations and GPS coordinates…

  • Ric McIver comments on resignation of former Premier Redford

    Ric McIver comments on resignation of former Premier Redford

    “Today, former Premier Redford made a difficult but necessary decision. Back in January, I began cleaning out the rot at the top long before the PC leadership race began, when I took action on ending entitlements in government by cancelling the former Premier’s Sky Palace. When I announced my intention to run for PC leader…

  • Letter from the President of the PC Party of Alberta on Redford Resignation

    Letter from the President of the PC Party of Alberta on Redford Resignation

    It is with mixed feelings the Progressive Conservative Association of Alberta learns of the resignation of Alison Redford as MLA for Calgary-Elbow. Her Premiership started off with such promise, and coming out of a strong victory in 2012, Albertans were excited and engaged at the potential for our province. She showed this early in her…

  • Seven Questions Horner Has To Answer: Smith

    Seven Questions Horner Has To Answer: Smith

    EDMONTON, AB – The Wildrose Official Opposition is calling on PC Finance Minister Doug Horner to account for the role he played in enabling Premier Alison Redford’s flagrant abuse of government aircraft. “As Finance Minister, Mr. Horner is responsible for ensuring planes in the government fleet are used prudently and in accordance with government policy,”…

  • AMA: 6 Ways To Have Fun In Alberta This Summer

    Albertans sure know how to fill the summer months. Every year, there are so many great activities — from Edmonton’s Heritage Festival to Calgary’s BBQ on the Bow — that it can be difficult to decide exactly where you want to go. So let us give you a hand with that. Originally featured in Westworld…

  • Collaboration defines 10-year Alberta Sport Plan

    Collaboration defines 10-year Alberta Sport Plan

    System-wide collaboration will make Alberta a national leader in sport. That’s the commitment and vision in Going the Distance: The Alberta Sport Plan 2014-2024. From consultation to implementation, the Alberta Sport Plan takes a collaborative approach to make Alberta a national leader in sport and realize the positive impact of sport on people and communities.…

  • AMA: Quick Tips For Safe Barbecuing

    AMA: Quick Tips For Safe Barbecuing

    We all know summer is shorter than we’d like in Alberta. As we all try to fill our busy schedules with some jam-packed summer fun, barbecuing has to be the one our most popular pastimes here. Whether you’re flipping burgers, grilling steak or skewering some veggies, before you fire up that grill, here are a…

  • Trumpeter Swans Soar Off Alberta’s At-Risk Species List

    Collaborative efforts have resulted in trumpeter swans being removed from Alberta’s threatened species list. “I’m pleased the trumpeter swan can now be removed from the threatened species list. This success is a testament to the hard work, careful planning and commitment of Albertans to preserve our province’s biodiversity.” Robin Campbell, Minister of Environment and Sustainable…

  • 911 Call Centres Get Boost In Funding From Cellphone Levy

    Funding from a 44 cent monthly levy ensures Albertans will continue to get the help they need in emergencies. 911 emergency call centres across the province will soon start receiving funds collected through a cellphone levy implemented earlier this year. The initial payments, totaling more than $2 million, will be put towards managing increased call…

  • RCMP – Jasper – 19 Year Missing Person Case Solved

    RCMP – Jasper – 19 Year Missing Person Case Solved

    On the 31st of July 2014, Jasper RCMP were contacted by a Mountain Guide that was leading a group of Hikers on Athabasca Glacier, and came across a body. Jasper Parks Visitor Safety and Jasper RCMP personnel, with the assistance of the RCMP helicopter attended the scene. The body was determined to have been at…

  • AHS Weekly Wellness Tip: Put a Lid on It

    Plain and simple: helmets save lives. “Some of the most serious and life-changing injuries are injuries to the brain. Helmets are made to protect the brain from concussions and other injuries. Helmets also prevent injuries to the face,” explains Kim Cochrane, Injury Prevention Project co-ordinator for Alberta Health Services. Choosing the right type of helmet…