Tag: Northern Alberta

  • Residents Welcomed Back to Fort McMurray

    Residents Welcomed Back to Fort McMurray

    In the days and weeks ahead, tens of thousands of people will return to Fort McMurray and area to see their properties and evaluate damages.

  • Update 30: 2016 Wildfires (June 1 at 6:45 p.m.)

    Update 30: 2016 Wildfires (June 1 at 6:45 p.m.)

    “This community may look and feel very different than the community residents left last month. But it is still a strong community, and progress is being made every day to make it stronger.” – Premier Rachel Notley Re-entry update: Voluntary, phased re-entry has begun and will continue, with the exception of the neighbourhoods of Abasand,…

  • Tourists Flocked to Alberta from Abroad in 2014

    Tourists Flocked to Alberta from Abroad in 2014

    Alberta’s reputation as a world-class tourist destination continues to grow, with a significant surge in overseas visitors and local spending in 2014. Almost 900,000 overseas visitors travelled to Alberta in 2014, up 17 per cent from the year before, according to new Statistics Canada figures. These overseas visitors spent more than $1 billion in the…

  • Update 29: 2016 Wildfires (May 31 at 8:15 p.m.)

    Update 29: 2016 Wildfires (May 31 at 8:15 p.m.)

    Transportation updates: Highway 63 is open to vehicles travelling through Fort McMurray to work sites north of the city. There are limited gas supplies north of Wandering River. Anyone travelling on Highway 63 must ensure they have enough fuel for a round trip. Re-entry information: Conditions have been met for voluntary, phased re-entry beginning June 1,…

  • Drivers should take care as Fort McMurray re-entry begins June 1

    Drivers should take care as Fort McMurray re-entry begins June 1

    Tens of thousands of vehicles are expected to travel to Fort McMurray over a five-day period.  Starting June 1, traffic to Fort McMurray is expected to increase dramatically as evacuees begin a staged re-entry using Highway 63 and Highway 881. Drivers travelling on these highways can expect increased congestion and possible delays. People returning to…

  • Province names Essential Services Commissioner

    Province names Essential Services Commissioner

    The Government of Alberta has selected an Essential Services Commissioner to oversee the application of Alberta’s essential services legislation. Gwen Gray, Q.C., has been chosen as Essential Services Commissioner. Ms. Gray’s term begins June 1, 2016. Ms. Gray is an Edmonton-based labour lawyer with more than a decade of experience in Alberta’s labour, employment and…

  • ATB Powers Through the Challenging Alberta Economy

    ATB Powers Through the Challenging Alberta Economy

    Edmonton — Loans, deposits, assets and operating revenue all experienced healthy growth during ATB Financial’s fiscal year ending March 31, 2016. ATB’s operating revenue of $1.5 billion was up 5.8 per cent over the previous year, loans grew by 7.1 per cent and deposits grew by 0.9 per cent in what was a tough year for Alberta’s…

  • Fildebrandt Suspension Lifted: Wildrose Caucus

    Fildebrandt Suspension Lifted: Wildrose Caucus

    EDMONTON, AB (May 31, 2016): Today, the Wildrose Caucus voted to lift the suspension on MLA Derek Fildebrandt, effective immediately. “There is a clear commitment from Derek to address Caucus’ concerns to be accountable for his track record on social media and to take steps to fix it. Derek has fully accepted Caucus’ concerns and criteria. “Derek…

  • RCMP to Assist in the Safe Re-entry of Fort McMurray Residents

    RCMP to Assist in the Safe Re-entry of Fort McMurray Residents

    Fort McMurray, AB – With the return of Fort McMurray residents scheduled to begin June 1, the RCMP is asking the public to help keep everyone safe during re-entry by following the guidelines provided in the RMWB Re-entry Information Booklet. The RCMP along with other emergency responders played a key role in the safe evacuation…

  • Alberta Small Business Confidence Rebounds Six Points

    Alberta Small Business Confidence Rebounds Six Points

  • Premier’s Statement on Re-entry to Fort McMurray

    Premier’s Statement on Re-entry to Fort McMurray

    Premier Rachel Notley has issued the following statement regarding the re-entry plan for Fort McMurray: “Almost two weeks ago, we established five conditions for the safe return of residents to Fort McMurray and other northern communities that were evacuated due to wildfire. “Those criteria are: Wildfire is no longer an imminent threat to the community.…

  • More Details About Re-Entry to Fort McMurray

    More Details About Re-Entry to Fort McMurray

    New information from the results of environmental testing and an analysis by Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health will delay permanent re-entry for some residents in neighbourhoods that were particularly hard hit by fire. 567 homes and 12 apartment complexes that have not been destroyed by fire are unsafe for habitation at this time. “Despite…

  • Statement on Wildrose Caucus’ Steps to Lift the Suspension for MLA Fildebrandt

    Statement on Wildrose Caucus’ Steps to Lift the Suspension for MLA Fildebrandt

    EDMONTON, AB (May 30, 2016): Today, Wildrose Leader Brian Jean released the following statement after the Wildrose Caucus decided on steps which would allow MLA Derek Fildebrandt to have his suspension lifted. “Derek remains an important member of our conservative family and has accepted the Wildrose Caucus’ suspension. “We believe that Derek recognizes that he…

  • New Website Helps Albertans Say Thanks for Care Received

    New Website Helps Albertans Say Thanks for Care Received

    CALGARY – A new website launched today by Alberta Health Services (AHS) responds to ongoing requests from patients, families and clients for a way to send messages of thanks directly to health care workers who made a difference in their lives. The website – www.thanksforcaring.ca – allows people to post messages of gratitude to any…

  • Update 28: 2016 Wildfires (May 29 at 2 p.m.)

    Update 28: 2016 Wildfires (May 29 at 2 p.m.)

    Current situation The Fort McMurray wildfire remains out of control. It is estimated to cover 579,946 hectares, including the Saskatchewan side. Extreme burning conditions still exist for some areas of the fire. As of 9 a.m., there were 14 active wildfires in Alberta, with one (Fort McMurray) out of control. There are 2,292 firefighters, 90…