News search

Environment and Parks Minister Whitney Issik issued the following statement on Provincial Hunting Day:

Energy Minister Sonya Savage will host an energy roundtable in Washington, D.C., on advancing North American energy security.

Order Approved – September 23, 2022.

Alberta’s government is supporting the Jewish community and taking another step to fight hatred by endorsing an internationally recognized working definition of antisemitism.

To support traumatized children, Alberta’s government will provide more training and mentoring for front-line staff at four provincial treatment centres.

The governments of Canada and Alberta are investing $70.6 million to connect more than 10,400 homes across the province to high-speed internet.

Alberta’s government is committed to preventing gender-based violence by empowering youth to advocate for change.

Alberta’s primary health care leaders and national and global experts are being brought together to identify immediate and long-term improvements to strengthen Alberta’s primary health care system. 

Alberta’s government will use clear, transparent criteria to determine how housing assets can best meet the needs of low-income Albertans.

Alberta’s government is expanding apprenticeship education so Albertans can access the job-ready skills they need to meet the skill demands of tomorrow.

The Siksika Nation and the governments of Alberta and Canada have reached a deal allowing the nation to take over policing responsibilities from the RCMP, creating Canada’s first self-administered First Nation police service in 14 years.

Alberta’s government is renewing its commitment to the people of the Blackfoot Confederacy to work with them to address areas of mutual concern and to continue a positive relationship.

Opioid-related deaths in Alberta have decreased by nearly 50 per cent in July 2022 compared to the peak. 

Alberta’s government will study recent hate-motivated crimes and incidents to develop recommendations to prevent these crimes from happening in the future.

Alberta’s government is creating new opportunities for Albertans to develop the skills they need to be build new careers and secure Alberta’s future.

President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance Jason Nixon issued the following statement on the provincial fuel tax relief program:

Albertans can help inform government actions to address racism and build a more inclusive province.

Associate Minister of Natural Gas and Electricity Dale Nally will travel to Japan to promote Alberta as one of the world’s fastest-growing hydrogen energy regions.

An ad campaign by the Utilities Consumer Advocate (UCA) will remind Albertans of their options for purchasing energy for their homes.

Julia Sproule has been appointed Alberta’s first-ever teaching profession commissioner.

Minister of Indigenous Relations Rick Wilson issued the following statement on the anniversary of the signing of Treaty 7:

Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on Prostate Cancer Awareness Month:

Alberta’s government is recognizing 23 immigrants for enriching their communities and helping to build a more inclusive province. 

Minister of Jobs, Economy and Innovation Tanya Fir issued the following statement on De Havilland Aircraft of Canada’s announcement that it will set up shop in Alberta, adding 1,500 jobs to the province:

Order Approved – September 21, 2022.

Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economic Development Nate Horner issued the following statement on Agricultural Societies Day:

Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on World Alzheimer’s Month and World Alzheimer’s Day:

The Alberta is Calling advertising campaign has launched its second phase in Toronto and Vancouver, doubling down on efforts to attract talent to Alberta to sustain economic growth. 

Eligible operators can apply for a one-time grant through the Continuing Care Capital Program to replace, upgrade or renovate existing aged continuing care homes.

Healing gatherings led by Indigenous women are providing support for the families and loved ones of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit+ people (MMIWG2S+).

Associate Minister of Natural Gas and Electricity Dale Nally is calling on the federal government to streamline natural gas export project approvals in Canada: 

Public feedback will help the province create a new code of conduct for teachers and teacher leaders to ensure that students, parents and the public have confidence in the education system.

The Alberta Broadband Fund (ABF) will expand access to financial support for rural broadband to ensure that no community is left behind.

Energy Minister Sonya Savage will travel to New York City to promote Alberta’s role in a secure and sustainable energy future.

Orders Approved – September 16, 2022.

Alberta’s government is joining efforts with the Canadian Red Cross to help the victims of devastating floods in Pakistan.

Albertans are encouraged to express their sympathies to the Royal Family while access remains.

Order Approved – September 15, 2022

Alberta’s government is renaming a building on the legislature grounds to honour the historic reign of Queen Elizabeth II.

Starting on Sept. 21, appointments for the bivalent COVID-19 booster vaccine can be booked, with vaccine administration also beginning on Sept. 21.

The governments of Alberta and Saskatchewan, along with industry stakeholders, have secured a regulation exemption from Ottawa that will allow oil service rigs to move freely between the two provinces.

Alberta has declared Monday, Sept. 19 a provincial day of mourning in solemn recognition of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Premier Jason Kenney issued this statement remembering the victims of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001: 

With the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Albertans are invited to offer their condolences to the Royal Family.

Statement by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta on the Passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Premier Jason Kenney issued the following statement on the death of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II:

Following is a statement on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II:

Energy Minister Sonya Savage met with world and industry leaders in Norway to promote Alberta energy’s critical role in the global low-carbon future.

Alberta’s government is moving to assert provincial autonomy by expanding the Alberta Chief Firearms Office (ACFO) and patriating more administrative firearms authority to Alberta. 

Alberta is intervening in a constitutional challenge of federal legislation that has unilaterally labelled plastic as a “toxic substance.”

The governments of Alberta and Canada are joining in the grand opening celebration of the new 85-unit Peaks to Pines seniors lodge.

Minister of Culture Ron Orr issued the following statement on Ukrainian-Canadian Heritage Day:

Expanding contracts with chartered surgical facilities in central and southern Alberta will reduce wait times and deliver about 2,600 more surgeries closer to home.

Alberta’s government and Indigenous leaders in Fort Chipewyan have signed a first-of-its-kind agreement to work together to improve education in the community.

Associate Minister of Natural Gas and Electricity Dale Nally issued the following statement on the future of hydrogen blending in Alberta:

The Premier’s Council on Skills will ensure students learn the skills they need to secure Alberta’s future.

Indigenous and municipal communities in Alberta can now apply for a one-time grant of up to $30,000 to develop a business case for their own self-administered police service or regional equivalent.

Premier Jason Kenney issued this statement on the tragic events in Saskatchewan:

Minister of Labour and Immigration Kaycee Madu issued this statement to mark Labour Day:

Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on Childhood Cancer Awareness Month:

New funding will support and encourage cancer prevention, screening and care initiatives to improve health outcomes for Albertans.

Alberta’s Chief Firearms Office is marking its one-year anniversary of administering firearms legislation, promoting public safety and advocating for lawful firearms owners. 

The completion of 11 new schools across the province creates state-of-the-art learning spaces for more than 7,100 Alberta students.

Health-care providers across Alberta can now access real-time 24-7 guidance and support to care for sexual assault patients.

Minister of Culture Ron Orr issued the following statement on Month of the Artist in Alberta: 

On Sept. 20, 2017, pursuant to Sec. 46.1 of the Police Act, Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) was directed to investigate the shooting of a male individual by officers of the Calgary Police Service (CPS). ASIRT’s investigation is now complete.

Orders Approved – September 1, 2022

Premier Jason Kenney issued this statement on the first official Alberta Day, on the province’s 117th birthday:

The first official Alberta Day kicks off Sept. 1, promising a weekend full of entertainment, made-in-Alberta products and more.

Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on Arthritis Awareness Month:

Associate Minister of Mental Health and Addictions Mike Ellis issued the following statement to mark the start of Recovery Month:

Minister of Advanced Education Demetrios Nicolaides issued the following statement regarding ongoing discussions about Athabasca University’s Investment Management Agreement (IMA): 

Premier Jason Kenney has completed a successful and productive mission to South Korea, promoting Alberta as an investment destination in several emerging sectors of the economy.

Strong economic activity this year will see Alberta make historic investments in savings and debt reduction.

Associate Minister of Mental Health and Addictions Mike Ellis issued the following statement:

Every September we discover, experience and celebrate art, music, cuisine, dance, literature and film across our great province.

The Teacher and Teacher Leader Registry launching on Sept. 1 will increase transparency and accountability by showing the professional standing of Alberta’s teachers.

Environment and Parks Minister Whitney Issik will travel to Whitehorse, Yukon, on Aug. 29 to attend the Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment (CCME) meeting.

More than $11.3 million in funding will go to 25 projects to increase access to high-quality palliative care and ensure patients and families are treated with dignity and respect

A new prompt payment framework ushers in payment timelines and a dispute resolution process for Alberta’s construction sector.

Premier Jason Kenney will travel to South Korea to meet with government and industry leaders to promote Alberta’s energy industry.

Minister of Justice and Solicitor General Tyler Shandro issued the following statement on the fire that destroyed a Catholic church in Fort Chipewyan: 

On April 26, 2018, pursuant to Sec. 46.1 of the Police Act, Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) was directed to investigate allegations of assault and sexual assault from an event on Aug. 4, 2017. One Lethbridge Police Service officer was designated as a subject officer in ASIRT’s investigation, which is now complete.

Albertans can soon start booking COVID-19 vaccine boosters for children aged five to 11, based on recommendations from the National Advisory Committee on Immunization and the Alberta Advisory Committee on Immunization.

The Land Use Secretariat, on behalf of the government, has launched the Lower Athabasca Regional Plan 10-Year Review.

Premier Jason Kenney has announced a change to cabinet to fill the vacancy in the Ministry of Jobs, Economy and Innovation.