Tag: Northern Alberta

  • Alberta RCMP Homicide Investigators Worked in Overdrive in 2015

    Alberta RCMP Homicide Investigators Worked in Overdrive in 2015

      Edmonton, AB – The RCMP worked in overdrive throughout 2015 as a result of a spike in homicides that occurred within its 112 RCMP detachment jurisdictions throughout Alberta last year. In 2015, investigators responded to 65 homicides compared to 36 in 2014. This is also much higher than the 10-year (2005-15) average of 40…

  • Government announces go-forward plan for emerging ride-for-hire services in Alberta

    Government announces go-forward plan for emerging ride-for-hire services in Alberta

      Transportation Minister Brian Mason has announced a plan that will establish a reasonable framework for ride-for-hire companies. Actions undertaken by Alberta Transportation will address safety concerns for passengers and drivers, and ensure a level regulatory playing field in areas of provincial jurisdiction between emerging ride-for-hire services and traditional taxis. “Our plan ensures customers who…

  • Clause Attempts to Discourage Bill 6 Stakeholders: Strankman

    DRUMHELLER, AB: Agriculture Minister Oneil Carlier needs to explain why the NDP government has given itself the ability to kick farmers and ranchers off the Bill 6 consultation panels for missing a single meeting, the Wildrose Official Opposition said Monday. The nomination form for the next Bill 6 Technical Working Group includes an ominous warning to…

  • Alberta Wins 2016 Scotties Tournament of Hearts

    Alberta Wins 2016 Scotties Tournament of Hearts

    GRANDE PRAIRIE, Alta. – Chelsea Carey took a deep breath in the hack and then delivered a last-rock draw for a single point that earned her Alberta team the Scotties Tournament of Heart championship Sunday evening. It took Carey’s last rock for her Calgary team of third Amy Nixon, second Jocelyn Peterman, lead Laine Peters,…

  • Royalty Report Sets Stage to Review Alberta’s Competitiveness: CAPP

    Royalty Report Sets Stage to Review Alberta’s Competitiveness: CAPP

      The Alberta royalty review has led to a balanced report that sets the stage for more work between industry and government to ensure Alberta’s oil and gas sector is competitive in North America to attract investment and create more jobs and value for Albertans, the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP) said (January 29th).…

  • Celebrate French Heritage and Cultures Throughout March

    Celebrate French Heritage and Cultures Throughout March

      French cultures will be on vivid 3D display as Alberta celebrates Les Rendez-vous de la Francophonie, March 3 to March 23. The province is kicking off this annual, national celebration on March 2 at noon with a public event in the Legislature rotunda hosted by the Hon. Robert E. Wanner, Speaker of the Legislative…

  • Alberta Launches Provincial Transit Engagement

    Alberta Launches Provincial Transit Engagement

    The Government of Alberta is seeking public and stakeholder input into the future of public transit across the province. Albertans can have their say about funding criteria for new municipal transit initiatives and rural bus service, as well as a new provincial transit strategy. “Investing in modern public transit benefits all Albertans. An improved transit…

  • Alberta Supports Public Transit with Third Call for GreenTRIP Projects

    Alberta Supports Public Transit with Third Call for GreenTRIP Projects

    The Government of Alberta is seeking applications for the Green Transit Initiatives Program (GreenTRIP). GreenTRIP provides funding to municipalities to support local priorities for sustainable, affordable and environmentally sound public transit in their communities. “Support for transit is support for all Albertans. GreenTRIP capital infrastructure spending will create much-needed jobs – employing construction workers to…

  • Edson RCMP end AB and BC Crime Spree for British Columbian Trio

    Edson RCMP end AB and BC Crime Spree for British Columbian Trio

      Edson, AB – On February 25, 2016, Edson RCMP, with the assistance of Penticton RCMP, attended a residence in the hamlet of Peers, Alberta, and effected the arrest of individuals wanted on outstanding arrest warrants for charges in British Columbia. The following three individuals were arrested: 1. Bree-Anne Buhler, 21 years old, of Kelowna,…

  • Minister Miranda congratulates The Revenant’s Academy Awards success

    Minister Miranda congratulates The Revenant’s Academy Awards success

    February 29, 2016 Minister of Culture and Tourism Ricardo Miranda issued the following statement after the Alberta-filmed The Revenant took home three Oscars at the 88th annual Academy Awards: “Congratulations to the cast and crew of The Revenant on their Oscar wins. I am so proud to be able to say that another Oscar-winning production…

  • AHS Weekly Wellness News: How to Talk to your Children About Drugs and Gambling

    AHS Weekly Wellness News: How to Talk to your Children About Drugs and Gambling

      Children are smart and they are learning all the time. You are the best person to show them how to make good decisions. The thought of your children using drugs may scare you, but your children will hear you better if you talk calmly. Take time to learn the facts about different drugs and…

  • Equalization Fairness Panel Encourages Feedback from Albertans

    With the creation of an Equalization Fairness Panel comprised of four blue-ribbon experts on the subject, Wildrose is ensuring that Alberta will have a clear direction on equalization policy prior to the upcoming round of negotiations, the Wildrose Official Opposition said. The four-member panel is comprised of leading experts on equalization from across the country.…

  • AHS Performing More MRI and CT Scans

    AHS Performing More MRI and CT Scans

    MRI and CT scans play key roles in helping diagnose many illnesses and conditions. As demand for these procedures grows across the province, Alberta Health Services (AHS) is investing in performing more scans to meet the needs of patients. Recent reports in both the Calgary Herald and Medicine Hat News point to increasing wait times…

  • New Chair Appointed to the U of A Board of Governors

    New Chair Appointed to the U of A Board of Governors

      Michael Phair has been appointed to the Chair of the Board of Governors of the University of Alberta after an open and transparent recruitment competition to fill the position. “Mr. Phair’s diverse background building positive, respectful relationships and his passion for advanced learning will ensure the University of Alberta continues to be responsive to…

  • Omission of Nonprofits and Firefighters Receiving Naloxone Kits Questionable

    Omission of Nonprofits and Firefighters Receiving Naloxone Kits Questionable

    With the announcement of increased access to naloxone kits in pharmacies across the province, Wildrose is questioning why other valuable partners have been omitted from this life-saving initiative, the Wildrose Official Opposition said. Increased access to naloxone was one of ten common-sense recommendations to combat the fentanyl crisis that were proposed by the Wildrose in…