Tag: Northern Alberta

  • December 4th RCMP Checkstop blitz takes 153 impaired drivers off Alberta roads

    December 4th RCMP Checkstop blitz takes 153 impaired drivers off Alberta roads

      Edmonton, AB – The numbers are now in on the RCMP’s latest Alberta – wide checkstop blitz  and the results indicate that there are still drivers getting behind the wheel when they are in no shape to drive. On Friday, December 4th, the RCMP conducted checkstop operations in 259different locations within local RCMP jurisdictions…

  • Supporting Alberta Food Banks This Holiday Season

    Supporting Alberta Food Banks This Holiday Season

    Alberta Motor Association Food banks struggle to keep up with the growing need for support every holiday season. This year, largely due to layoffs in the energy sector, the need for donations is even higher. A devastating 23% higher in Alberta alone, and our increase in food bank usage has actually raised the national average,…

  • A Brief History of Saddles

    A Brief History of Saddles

      This article is courtesy of the Alberta Horse Industry Association By Carolyn Willekes, Ph.D. When was the last time you took a good look at your saddle? They are a piece of equipment that most of us take for granted. Saddles are also a bit of a mystery to most riders: we know what they…

  • Notley’s New Patronage Hire Must Step Down After Fundraising Ask

        EDMONTON, AB (December 16, 2015): Premier Rachel Notley must ask her new “outreach manager” and NDP Provincial Secretary Chris O’Halloran to step down from his government position after he sent out an NDP fundraising email which specifically violates the Code of Conduct and Ethics for the Public Service of Alberta, Wildrose Shadow Accountability…

  • NDP Must Detail Exactly How and When Bill 6 Consultations Will Happen: Wildrose

    NDP Must Detail Exactly How and When Bill 6 Consultations Will Happen: Wildrose

      EDMONTON, AB (December 16, 2015): Wildrose is calling on the premier to release details about exactly how and when the government will conduct Bill 6 consultations on regulations for farmers and ranchers in the new year. The demand is driven by NDP documents (below) which show that the government originally planned upcoming “special” sessions…

  • More Green Transit Options for Grande Prairie Residents

    More Green Transit Options for Grande Prairie Residents

      Residents of the City and County of Grande Prairie will enjoy shorter, quicker and more convenient bus rides thanks to GreenTRIP support for expansion of public transit in the region. The Alberta government’s commitment to accessible, rider-friendly public transit includes $4.4 million for renewal and expansion of public transit fleets in both the City…

  • With Gov’t Documents Warning of Further Job Loss, NDP Should Delay Dramatic Minimum Wage Increase

    With Gov’t Documents Warning of Further Job Loss, NDP Should Delay Dramatic Minimum Wage Increase

      EDMONTON, AB (December 16, 2015): The NDP government should listen to its own department’s advice, and delay its dramatic minimum wage increase before “significant job loss” becomes a reality, the Wildrose Official Opposition said today. The warnings were listed in an internal briefing note obtained by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). It…

  • Bill 6 Opposition Not Going Away

    By Brian Jean Over the past month, tens of thousands of Albertans stepped forward demanding their proper voice in the democratic process. The groundswell of opposition to the NDP’s Bill 6 was real, legitimate, and as raw as it was powerful. We witnessed dozens of demonstrations, in every corner of this province, reflecting a level…

  • Xplornet Acquires Platinum Communications, Serving More Broadband Customers in Alberta

    Xplornet Acquires Platinum Communications, Serving More Broadband Customers in Alberta

      Woodstock, NB – Xplornet Communications Inc., Canada’s leading rural high-speed Internet service provider, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Platinum Communications Corporation. Located in Calgary Alberta, Platinum is one of Alberta’s farthest-reaching providers of broadband services to remote locations. “We’re delighted to welcome Platinum customers to the Xplornet family,” said Mr. Allison Lenehan,…

  • Magna Carta’s Legacy Transcends Disciplines

    Magna Carta’s Legacy Transcends Disciplines

    Arts scholars weigh in on the historic document on exhibition in Edmonton by Caitlin Crawshaw To mark the 800th anniversary of the Magna Carta, one of the surviving copies has been touring Canada and is currently on display at Alberta’s Legislature. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to view a document that not only revolutionized law, but…

  • Alberta welcomes final report of Truth and Reconciliation Commission

    Alberta welcomes final report of Truth and Reconciliation Commission

      Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement regarding the final report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission: “The Government of Alberta welcomes the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s final report on a long, dark chapter of our country’s history. “It took great courage for thousands of First Nations, Metis and Inuit people to speak their…

  • Alberta welcomes Syrian refugees with warm hearts

    Alberta welcomes Syrian refugees with warm hearts

      Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement on Friday’s arrival of privately sponsored Syrian refugees to Alberta: “On behalf of the Government of Alberta, I would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to the first group of Syrian refugees arriving in our province during this season of kindness and charity. “Welcome to Alberta! Ahlan…

  • AltaLink’s New Transmission Line Leading Alberta to a Greener Future

    AltaLink’s New Transmission Line Leading Alberta to a Greener Future

    Alberta’s first in-service direct current transmission line to help reduce carbon emissions CALGARY, Alberta – AltaLink’s Western Alberta Transmission Line, Alberta’s first in-service direct current (DC) line, is now transmitting electricity on the provincial power grid. “We began running power through the line in November as part of a system testing process,” said Scott Thon,…

  • FireSmart Grants help Protect Communities from Risk of Wildfire

    FireSmart Grants help Protect Communities from Risk of Wildfire

      Fifteen Alberta communities have been awarded FireSmart grants to help reduce the risks of wildfires and protect lives and property. “The FireSmart program is a partnership between governments, homeowners and industry. The program uses preventative measures like tree removal and education to reduce the threat of wildfire while balancing its ecological benefits.” Oneil Carlier,…

  • Comfy Cozy Are We: Handmade quilts bring holiday cheer to Glenrose patients

    Comfy Cozy Are We: Handmade quilts bring holiday cheer to Glenrose patients

    Story and photos by Gregory Kennedy EDMONTON — Nothing brings tidings of comfort and joy like a soft warm quilt tucked up to the chin for a winter’s slumber. Even better, nothing beats getting it for free. Geriatric patients at the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital were delighted this month to have their pick of eye-catching, colourful…