Tag: Northern Alberta

  • ASIRT Concludes Investigation in RCMP Incident

    On January 6, 2015, the Director of Law Enforcement directed the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of a 55-year old man. On the evening of January 5, 2015, RCMP officers from the Two Hills RCMP Detachment were called to a residence in Andrew, Alberta to remove an…

  • Premier Couillard Welcomes Alberta’s New Premier, Rachel Notley

    Today, the Premier of Québec, Philippe Couillard, welcomed Alberta’s new Premier, Rachel Notley. This first visit to Québec marks her first interactions with her provincial and territorial counterparts since she was elected head of the Government of Alberta on May 5. Their discussions focused on climate change and energy in particular. “This first bilateral meeting…

  • The Downside of Gluten-Free

    The Downside of Gluten-Free

    New study suggests young people with celiac disease may be eating too much processed gluten-free food, putting bone health at risk. By Helen Metella (Edmonton) Children and teens who have celiac disease and are treating it with a gluten-free diet are courting extra problems if much of the gluten-free food they’re eating is processed. So,…

  • New Report on Wait Times Shows Urgent Need for Reform and Innovation: Barnes

      EDMONTON, AB (July 14, 2015): A new report shows the true cost to Albertans of having among the longest wait times in the country, Wildrose Health Shadow Minister Drew Barnes said today. According to the Fraser Institute, Alberta’s long wait times mean an average personal cost of $1,848 for every patient. Compared to all…

  • Experience Alberta Agriculture During Open Farm Days

    Experience Alberta Agriculture During Open Farm Days

    Albertans looking for a unique tourism experience will have the opportunity to visit farms and ranches during Alberta Open Farms Days, August 22 and 23.   Open Farm Days is a collaborative, open house event that spans the province and encourages Albertans to taste local foods direct from the producer and participate in a wide…

  • Poll: Canadians prefer TFSAs, RRSPs over a bigger CPP

      CFIB urging premiers meeting in St. John’s to say no to payroll tax hike Toronto – As Canada’s premiers prepare to meet in St. John’s this Wednesday, new data shows that most Canadians can’t afford to save more for retirement, and wouldn’t put any extra money into the CPP or QPP if they could.…

  • The NDP Approach to Minimum Wage is Bad for Business

      The Wildrose Official Opposition has been a strong, positive and moderate voice for Alberta businesses in the legislature, while the NDP has remained ideologically stuck on making a dramatic 50 per cent increase to minimum wage across Alberta. The NDP members have their hearts in the right places, but they have failed to properly…

  • Fildebrandt Calls on Ministers Responsible for Kananaskis to Appear Before Public Accounts

    Fildebrandt Calls on Ministers Responsible for Kananaskis to Appear Before Public Accounts

      CALGARY, AB (July 13, 2015): Today, Wildrose Shadow Finance Minister Derek Fildebrandt is calling on former ministers responsible for the latest Kananaskis boondoggle to appear before the public accounts committee. The call comes after new information revealed over $10.3 million had been spent on rehabilitating the golf course owned by Kan-Alta Management Ltd., a…

  • Wildrose Calls on NDP to Reinstate Child and Youth Advocate Funding

    Wildrose Calls on NDP to Reinstate Child and Youth Advocate Funding

      AIRDRIE, AB – (Friday), Wildrose Shadow Human Services Minister Angela Pitt called on the NDP to keep their campaign commitment to reinstate funding to expand the investigative powers of the Child and Youth Advocate Office. The department of Human Services recently reported the death of four children under provincial care. “My thoughts and prayers…

  • AHS Weekly Wellness News: Playing Outside Fuels a Child’s Curiosity

    AHS Weekly Wellness News: Playing Outside Fuels a Child’s Curiosity

      For generations, parents have been telling their children to “go outside and play.” It’s good advice: playing outside is a big part of healthy childhood development. And it’s fun. “Children are eager to understand how the world works and they do this through play,” says Laura Crawford, provincial lead for Play and Physical Literacy for…

  • Ministers on task to implement the objectives of UN Declaration on Indigenous Rights

      In a mandate letter to Cabinet Ministers, Premier Rachel Notley outlines expectations for a renewed and improved relationship with indigenous peoples. The Alberta government will review its existing programs and policies in consultation with indigenous peoples to identify ways to implement the objectives and principles of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of…

  • Search Begins for Shining Stars of Alberta Volunteers

    Search Begins for Shining Stars of Alberta Volunteers

    Do you know a volunteer who goes that extra mile? Someone who stands out as a true community hero? Then you know a perfect candidate for a 2015 Stars of Alberta Volunteer Award. Now in its 16th year, the annual awards program recognizes outstanding Alberta volunteers whose contributions have made a lasting impact and helped…

  • NDP Approve Borrowing Binge Behind Closed Doors: Fildebrandt

    NDP Approve Borrowing Binge Behind Closed Doors: Fildebrandt

      EDMONTON, AB: The NDP are on a borrowing stampede after rubber stamping $6 billion in new debt behind closed doors, Wildrose Shadow Finance Minister Derek Fildebrandt said today. The announcement was made through an order-in-council approved by cabinet on July 8. It comes after the NDP rammed through a mini-budget with only three hours…

  • Edmonton Police Service Homicide Section now investigating Demkiw disappearance

    Edmonton Police Service Homicide Section now investigating Demkiw disappearance

    The Edmonton Police Service Homicide Section is now leading the investigation into the disappearance of Dwayne Demkiw who has been missing since Sunday, May 31, 2015. “As we continue to investigate this file, investigators strongly believe that harm has come to Mr. Demkiw,” says Det. Brian Robertson with EPS Homicide Section.  “We’re asking the public…

  • Jasper National Parks: Excelsior Creek Wildfire Update

    Jasper National Parks: Excelsior Creek Wildfire Update

      Parks Canada is currently responding to a Wildfire in the Maligne Valley area North of Medicine Lake in Jasper National Park. For public safety, Maligne Lake road is now closed and visitors in the Maligne Valley are being evacuated. RCMP and Parks Canada are flagging the traffic on Highway 16 and Maligne Lake Road…