Tag: Northern Alberta

  • AHS Weekly Wellness News: Unmasking Men’s Mental Health

    AHS Weekly Wellness News: Unmasking Men’s Mental Health

    Overall, women are about twice as likely as men to be diagnosed with a mental illness. Part of the reason for this is that men only make about two thirds as many doctor visits as women do. And when men do see a doctor, they are often reluctant to talk about what’s really bothering them,…

  • Update 8: Fort McMurray Wildfire (May 8 at 4:15 p.m.)

    Update 8: Fort McMurray Wildfire (May 8 at 4:15 p.m.)

    May 08, 2016 Today, Premier Notley delivered the following update on the wildfires around Fort McMurray: “Our goal yesterday was to complete the evacuation of the 25,000 residents who fled to the north of Fort McMurray. I’m pleased to say we have succeeded. Thank you so much to everyone involved in all of these efforts…

  • Spero Gala Helps Fight Against Human Trafficking in Edmonton

    Spero Gala Helps Fight Against Human Trafficking in Edmonton

    Edmontonians demonstrated their exceptional generosity this week supporting Albertans displaced by wildfire. The giving continued at an event Friday night to support victims of human trafficking in our province. Human trafficking – the act of forcing, coercing, or deceiving an individual into selling sex or labour for personal gain – is an extreme violation of human rights. In…

  • Tim Hortons Donates $100,000 to Fort McMurray Wildfire Relief Efforts

    Tim Hortons Donates $100,000 to Fort McMurray Wildfire Relief Efforts

      Our thoughts are with those who have been affected by the wildfires in the Fort McMurray area. We are supporting with a multi-level program, reinforcing our unwavering commitment to our communities. To help with relief efforts, Tim Hortons is making a $100,000 donation to the Canadian Red Cross Alberta Fires Appeal. We have also…

  • Alberta Moves Forward to Create Greater Economic Prosperity and Certainty for First Nations and Industry

    Alberta Moves Forward to Create Greater Economic Prosperity and Certainty for First Nations and Industry

    The Alberta government has introduced legislation to repeal Bill 22, the Aboriginal Consultation Levy Act, an important first step in renewing the consultation process with Alberta First Nations. “Consultation in Alberta can’t be one-sided. Repealing Bill 22 is the first step towards a credible consultation process that meets the evolving needs of First Nations, industry…

  • Update 7: Fort McMurray Wildfire (May 7 at 8 p.m.)

    Update 7: Fort McMurray Wildfire (May 7 at 8 p.m.)

    Public safety remains the key priority as the wildfire in Fort McMurray continues to burn. Provincial fire crews continue their efforts to reduce the threat to property and infrastructure. Current situation The wildfire will cover more than 200,000 hectares by midnight and will continue to grow. Convoys of evacuee vehicles began at 6 a.m. this…

  • New Direction for Labs Will Improve Patient Care

    New Direction for Labs Will Improve Patient Care

    The government is taking immediate steps to respond to a Health Quality Council of Alberta report calling for quick action to improve diagnostic lab services. “This report shows planning under the former government did not consider the full range of options for delivering lab services, but it also outlines how we can strengthen our current…

  • RCMP Reminding Outdoor Enthusiasts to Lock Up Their Valuables

    RCMP Reminding Outdoor Enthusiasts to Lock Up Their Valuables

    Calgary, Alta. – Now that spring is here, we are seeing a lot more hikers, bikers and other outdoor enthusiasts in the mountain park areas. The RCMP is reminding motorists to lock up their valuables when leaving vehicles unattended in parking lots. The RCMP has seen a recent increase in the number of reported thefts from…

  • Highway 63 fuel station reopens north of Fort McMurray

    Highway 63 fuel station reopens north of Fort McMurray

    May 07, 2016 The emergency fuel station on Highway 63 north of Fort McMurray reopened at 6 a.m. today after a brief closure. The station, 21 kilometres north of Fort McMurray at the Suncor Interchange, closed just before midnight last night to give the operation crew a short break. Quick facts Emergency Fuel stations are…

  • Update: RCMP police support in Fort McMurray

    Update: RCMP police support in Fort McMurray

    Fort McMurray, AB – The RCMP continues to be engaged in search and rescue operations in Fort McMurray, and can confirm that the vast majority of residents have been evacuated. Today, the RCMP is also actively involved in the escort of residents in vehicles through Fort McMurray to the south side of the City on…

  • Update 6: Fort McMurray Wildfire (May 7 at 11:45 a.m.)

    Update 6: Fort McMurray Wildfire (May 7 at 11:45 a.m.)

    May 07, 2016 Public safety remains the key priority as the wildfire in Fort McMurray continues to burn. Provincial fire crews continue their efforts to reduce the threat to property and infrastructure. Current situation The wildfire covers more than 156,000 hectares and is expected to grow today. Convoys of evacuee vehicles began at 6 a.m.…

  • Province Restricts Off-Highway Vehicle Recreational Use

    Province Restricts Off-Highway Vehicle Recreational Use

    A temporary province wide restriction on off-highway vehicle (OHV) recreational use on public lands and provincial parks is another tool the province will use to help prevent the spread of wildfires. This action comes in response to the request of the Alberta Off-Highway Vehicle Association and follows the government’s province wide fire ban and ban…

  • Update 5: Fort McMurray Wildfire (May 6 at 7 p.m.)

    Update 5: Fort McMurray Wildfire (May 6 at 7 p.m.)

    Public safety remains the key priority as the wildfire in Fort McMurray continues to burn. Provincial fire crews continue their efforts to reduce the threat to property and infrastructure. Current situation The Disaster Recovery Program (DRP) will allocate an initial $200 million for emergency costs. Disaster recovery programs provide financial assistance for municipalities and their…

  • Caregivers Take a Tour in Dementia Patients’ Shoes

    Caregivers Take a Tour in Dementia Patients’ Shoes

    A virtual dementia tour gave staff at the Barrhead Continuing Care Centre new insights into the challenges facing many residents Story by Sara Warr Alberta Health Services (AHS) staff at the Barrhead Continuing Care Centre have a newfound appreciation for some of the challenges facing some of the residents they care for after taking part…

  • “Spring Cleanup” Postponed

    “Spring Cleanup” Postponed

    May 06, 2016 Annual Highway Cleanup postponed to May 14. Safety is a top priority and with the fire situation in Northern Alberta, the resources needed to protect public safety during this event are not available. The provincewide cleanup is now scheduled to occur on Saturday, May 14 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Related…