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Effective Sept. 1, 2017, the Government of Alberta will consolidate communications and marketing functions as a corporate service called Communications and Public Engagement.

An inquiry will be held into how authorities responded to allegations of perjury and assault involving two Calgary Police Service (CPS) officers. 

Orders Approved – July 25, 2017

Youth leaders across Alberta received the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal in a ceremony hosted by the lieutenant-governor in Edmonton.

Tiras Dairies is one of five central Alberta food processors growing their businesses with the help of government investment. 

Alberta families who have farmed the same land for 100 years or more are being recognized with Century Farm and Ranch awards.

Kindergarten to Grade 12 students will have greater access to Indigenous language learning and teaching in their communities, thanks to support from the Alberta government. 

This year marks the 10th anniversary of Alberta Culture Days, the province’s largest celebration of arts, heritage, diversity and community spirit. 

A new group of draft regulations has been posted for public review and comment as part of the ongoing update of the Municipal Government Act. 

A medical abortion drug, Mifegymiso, is now available to all women in the province at no cost to them. Alberta is the second province in Canada to introduce universal coverage for Mifegymiso. 

Robyn Luff, MLA Calgary-East, and Graham Sucha, MLA Calgary-Shaw, will represent Alberta at the Pacific Northwest Economic Region (PNWER) Annual Summit in Portland Ore., July 23 – 27.

Albertans are invited to attend one of five open-house events to provide feedback on condo governance issues.

Minister of Culture and Tourism Ricardo Miranda issued the following statement to mark this year’s K-Days festival:

Albertans have until July 31 to complete an online survey on how the province should approach cannabis legalization.

Premiers continued to explore opportunities to strengthen economic growth in Canada and support good paying jobs for Canadians.

Premiers concluded their meeting in Edmonton by looking at ways to advance shared objectives on critically important justice and social issues.

Effective noon today, a fire ban will be implemented in portions of southern Alberta. 

Premiers remain focused on the benefits of trade, commerce and investment tied to Canada’s highly important relationship with the United States.

Minister Sarah Hoffman issued the following statement, on behalf of Children’s Services Minister Danielle Larivee, in response to the Child and Youth Advocate’s Investigative Reviews released today:

Premier Rachel Notley and her counterparts from across Canada, who are meeting in Edmonton, have issued the following statement in support of British Columbia’s efforts to manage wildfires: 

The Government of Alberta is cautioning people that air quality across the province could be affected by the wildfires in British Columbia this week.

Edmonton area innovators and entrepreneurs will have more help to get their ideas for new products and services to market.

The Government of Alberta is supporting restorative justice initiatives in communities across the province with $360,000 in grants.

The Government of Alberta has declared July 14, 2017, as Collector Car Appreciation Day to recognize the important contributions the automobile has made to the province.

More than 30 Alberta provincial parks and recreation areas will celebrate Parks Day on Saturday with free family-friendly activities, events and performances. 

Provincial community grants supported more than 1,200 non-profit projects across Alberta in 2016-17.   

Anglers are requested to voluntarily restrict angling activities to early mornings because of significantly low river flows and higher-than-normal water temperatures so fish experience less stress.

Small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs in central Alberta will have new support to start and grow their businesses. 

Orders Approved – July 12, 2017

A private courier’s van was stolen June 23 en route to deliver mail in Red Deer. 

Improvements to the Canada-Alberta Job Grant will help more unemployed Albertans train for new jobs and better support rural employers and small businesses.

The Government of Alberta is providing support as British Columbia deals with wildfires. It is also encouraging Albertans to stay safe by being aware of air-quality advisories. And it is advising people to make financial donations to a recognized non-profit organization of their choice instead of providing material donations.

Repetitive patient lifting is one of the leading causes of injury to paramedics so the province is investing in new equipment to make their work safer.

Long-time resident and Grande Prairie lawyer Natalia Reiman is the new board chair of Grande Prairie Regional College.

The Village Brewing Co. is one of five Calgary food processors growing their businesses thanks to government grants. 

Order Approved – July 11, 2017

Seventeen Alberta businesses from around the province are expected to support more than 1,500 full- and part-time jobs by upgrading or expanding their facilities.

Alberta is responding to a request for help from British Columbia RCMP by sending Alberta officers to assist with the wildfire emergency in that province.

Modern and efficient roadways are crucial to encouraging economic activity, facilitating trade, and creating good-paying, middle-class jobs. Well-planned infrastructure makes it easier to move people and products, and creates increased access and opportunities, while supporting sustained economic growth and productivity for years to come. 

It is now easier for licensed venues to offer the type of patio experience customers want, thanks to new policy that includes fewer restrictions on how patios are built.

Visitors to the Stampede midway can be confident about amusement ride safety thanks to a thorough ride set-up and inspection process.

There is a fire restriction prohibiting open fires on private land, as well as backcountry and non-designated camping sites in parts of southern Alberta, effective 4 p.m. today until further notice.

The federal and Alberta governments have jointly announced funding that will improve the capacity and flow of traffic over the Peace River by constructing a second bridge to accommodate westbound traffic.

Orders Approved – July 5, 2017

President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance Joe Ceci issued the following statement regarding Alberta’s credit rating:

An independent review panel has presented the province with recommendations to modernize Alberta’s Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) and better serve Albertans.

Cameron Westhead, MLA for Banff-Cochrane, will highlight the importance of trade between Alberta and the United States at the Council of State Governments (CSG) Midwest Conference from July 6 to 12, 2017 in Des Moines, Iowa.

Ricardo Miranda, Minister of Culture and Tourism, issued the following statement about this year’s Calgary Stampede:

The Government of Alberta is investing in state-of-the-art public transit to create jobs and keep thousands of Calgarians moving.

The construction of the new Clover Bar Lodge in Sherwood Park means more seniors will be able to retire in their home community, close to family and friends. 

A year-long community education project is aimed at creating a culture of consent and educating Albertans about healthy relationships.

Premier Rachel Notley has asked Minister of Education David Eggen to gather input on ways the government can fight racism, foster acceptance, and promote an inclusive society.

The governments of Canada and Alberta are making investments to create jobs and grow the middle class, while building a foundation for a strong, sustainable economic future.

Alberta families who have farmed the same land for 100 years or more are being recognized with Century Farm and Ranch Awards.

Premier Rachel Notley has issued the following statement regarding Canada Day:

Harvie Passage is an active construction site that remains closed while repair work continues.

The Alberta government is helping Big Lakes County create jobs and diversify its local economy through the Community and Regional Economic Support (CARES) program.

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement about the change in government in British Columbia:  

Orders approved June 28, 2017

Economic Development and Trade Minister Deron Bilous issued the following statement on the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) coming into force:

Alliance Jeunesse-Famille de l'Alberta Society is helping Edmonton’s immigrant women find fulfilling work, thanks to a grant from Status of Women. 

The federal and provincial governments are providing more than $4 million for the expansion and development of Alberta’s Champion Petfoods production facility.

New provincial programs will help Indigenous communities cut greenhouse gas emissions, reduce energy bills and create jobs. 

In a year marked by a massive wildfire, low oil prices and continued economic downturn, government responded by supporting families and jobs.

The government is investing in 17 homeless shelters across the province to ensure they remain safe and accessible to all Albertans. 

Roses are blooming in celebration of Canada’s 150th birthday.

A new online system will publicly track fatality inquiry recommendations and responses to them to improve accountability and help prevent future deaths. 

Education Minister David Eggen issued the following statement to congratulate students selected for his new Minister’s Youth Council:

Lac La Biche lawyer Randolph Benson is the new board chair of Portage College.

Visitors to Kananaskis this long weekend will enjoy improved campsites, upgraded infrastructure and more parking.

Non-profit groups now have greater access to provincial funding to help them better deliver services thanks to expanded and streamlined Community Grants programs.

Minister of Labour Christina Gray issued the following statement regarding the collective agreement reached at the Points West Living facility in Cold Lake:

Minister of Agriculture and Forestry Oneil Carlier issued the following statement in response to the United States’ anti-dumping action against Canada and Alberta’s softwood industry: