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French Immersion in Alberta sees Largest Enrolment Since the Early 70’s
Canadian Parents for French Alberta Pleased with 15 years of consecutive growth EDMONTON – 2014/15 marked the 15th consecutive year of growth for French immersion in Alberta, and the largest total enrolment since the program was first offered here in the early 1970s. Just over 42,000 students were enrolled in French immersion in 2014/15, an increase of…
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NDP Carbon Plan Puts a Tax on Everything, Will Hurt Economic Growth
EDMONTON, AB: The NDP’s new tax on everything means at least hundreds and possibly thousands of dollars taken away annually from Alberta households during a time of economic uncertainty and job losses, the Wildrose Official Opposition said today. The announcement was made today as part of the NDP’s climate change strategy. The strategy also…
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AHS Weekly Wellness News: Children with Food Allergies
About one in 13 kids have a food allergy. An allergic reaction occurs when the body’s immune system overacts to a food protein (an allergen). The most common food allergens are: peanuts, tree nuts, sesame seeds, soy, seafood (fish and shellfish), wheat, eggs, milk, mustard and sulphites. Symptoms of allergic reactions can be different…
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Climate Leadership Plan will protect Albertans’ health, environment and economy
Alberta’s Climate Leadership Plan accelerates the transition from coal to renewable electricity sources, puts a price on carbon pollution for everyone, and sets emissions limits for the oil sands. Other measures include broad programs to improve energy efficiency, support green technological innovations, reduce methane, and provides supports to ensure that families and small businesses…
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Province Boosts Funding for Municipal Clean Water Systems
Budget 2015 invests $545 million over five years to fund critical water infrastructure in municipalities across Alberta. The Alberta government has increased funding to Water for Life and the Alberta Municipal Water/Wastewater Partnership by $170 million – or 45.3 per cent – compared to the proposed March budget. These programs provide critical funding for…
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Albertans Invited to Discuss the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund
The Legislative Assembly of Alberta’s Standing Committee on the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund invites all Albertans to its annual public meeting to discuss the status of the Fund. “Albertans benefit from the Fund in so many ways,” said Barb Miller, chair of the Standing Committee on the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund and…
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Municipalities Weigh in: NDP Plan Putting Economy at Risk, Will Mean Higher Power Bills
EDMONTON, AB: An open letter from 30 municipalities confirms the NDP plan for climate change will damage the economy, and force Albertans to pay the price through higher power bills, the Wildrose Official Opposition said Wednesday. The letter cites major concerns about the accelerated phase-out of coal generated electricity and the NDP’s climate change strategies…
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Two Villages in Alberta’s Flagstaff County Dissolved
Galahad On May 6, 2015 the Village of Galahad held a special council meeting with representatives from Alberta Municipal Affairs who presented the final draft of the Viability Plan-a report concerning the viability of the Village of Galahad. The options for council consideration were based on information provided about the current state of the Village…
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New Report from Oil Well Drillers Confirms that NDP Policies are Damaging Alberta’s Economy
EDMONTON, AB: Forecast drilling numbers from the Canadian Association of Oilwell Drilling Contractors (CAODC) show how dramatically the current economic downturn and NDP policies are impacting Alberta’s energy sector, the Wildrose Official Opposition said Wednesday. The CAODC’s report notes that along with challenging circumstances such as the low price of oil and market access…
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Trade Mission to Support Diversification of Agriculture and Forestry Economy
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Bill 6 Makes Changes Too Fast, Needs to be Sent to Committee for Proper Consultation with Farmers: Wildrose
EDMONTON, AB: Improving safety on farms is critical, but the changes announced through Bill 6, the Enhanced Protection for Farm and Ranch Workers Act occur too quickly and need to be sent to committee to guarantee proper consultation for the family farms that will be impacted, the Wildrose Official Opposition said Tuesday. The legislation…
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Safety, Fairness Focus of Farm and Ranch Workers Legislation
Proposed new legislation will ensure Alberta’s farm and ranch workers are kept safe and treated fairly. Bill 6, the Enhanced Protection for Farm and Ranch Workers Act, was introduced in the Alberta Legislature today. “Everyone deserves a safe, fair and healthy workplace. With this bill, workplace legislation will now extend to farms and ranches.…
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Budget 2015 Keeps Film and Television Jobs Rolling in Alberta
The Alberta government is investing in the future of Alberta’s film, television, music, and publishing industries through Budget 2015, helping further stabilize the sector and keep productions in the province. To meet current commitments and further grow the sector, the budget includes an increase of $11 million for the Alberta Media Fund, bringing the total…
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Senior Care Still Falls Short in Alberta
Alberta Seniors department budget has been cut from $116 million in 2014-15 to $102 million in 2015-16 By Janice Curtis, CEO – Calgary Meals on Wheels and Lawrence Braul, CEO – Trinity Place Foundation CALGARY, Alta./ Troy Media/ – The Alberta NDP government’s first budget was a disappointment for the province’s fastest growing demographic – seniors. Seniors…
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ATB and SeedUps Canada Partner to Spread Word about Equity-based Crowd Funding
Calgary — ATB Financial and SeedUps Canada are partnering to help educate small businesses and investors about a new phenomenon: equity crowd funding. Formed in 2014, Calgary-based SeedUps, with its exempt market dealer partner Waverley Corporate Financial Services, is the first online equity crowd funding platform in Canada, allowing early-stage companies an opportunity to raise capital…
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