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Workers’ Compensation Board member Grace Thostenson has been appointed as the new chair of the board, effective Oct. 24.

Orders Approved – October 17, 2018

The Alberta government is taking action to prevent family violence by supporting organizations that address the causes and create local solutions.

Grade 6 results on the mathematics Provincial Achievement Test (PAT) have improved thanks to the government’s actions on math.

A new tax credit will make it easier for Alberta entrepreneurs to attract local investment to start or expand their small businesses.

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement, as Canadians mark Persons Day:

The governments of Alberta and Canada and the Town of Banff are improving lives for families and individuals in Banff and the surrounding communities with the grand opening of the new Ti’nu affordable apartment complex.

To recognize the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, Minister of Community and Social Services Irfan Sabir issued the following statement:

The community of Red Earth Creek is receiving in-person registry services this week as part of a pilot project to improve rural Albertans’ access to registry services.

A new farm and ranch safety grant launches Oct. 15 to help eligible agriculture employers comply with new occupational health and safety requirements.

With cannabis set to be legalized across the country in two days, the health and safety of Albertans remains a top priority for the provincial government.

The Government of Alberta is fulfilling its commitment to release financial information a minimum of 30 days ahead of the City of Calgary’s plebiscite on hosting the 2026 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games.

The governments of Canada and Alberta are making lives better for seniors in Smoky Lake and surrounding communities with the grand opening of the new Bar-V-Nook Manor.

Education Minister David Eggen will meet with his new Minister’s Youth Council this weekend.

A report on the status of the province’s payday loan industry highlights how lower rates and better lending alternatives have protected Albertans.

The province is funding upgrades to a world-class, one-of-a-kind fibre-processing plant in Vegreville to create opportunities for diversification and jobs in primary and value-added agriculture sectors.

The Alberta government is supporting upgrades to WinSport’s Canada Olympic Park so athletes can continue to pursue excellence at one of the nation’s premier winter sport facilities.

Modernized facilities and infrastructure for research and innovation at the U of A will provide students with better opportunities for learning that lead to good jobs.

The Alberta government is increasing support for legal aid to ensure low-income and vulnerable Albertans can access the justice system for years to come.

Alberta is mandating training for new commercial drivers and strengthening safety requirements for commercial carriers to enhance public safety.

Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) is expanding its lending program to offer more assistance to spur on Alberta’s growing agricultural industry.  

Alberta Sheriffs investigators have shut down a problem property that was a magnet for drug activity in north Lethbridge. 

Alberta Education invites Albertans to view the latest draft curriculum prior to the next phase of development.

The Alberta government is investing in the new Londonderry community housing project to give 240 families a safe and affordable place to call home.

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement on World Mental Health Day:

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement on the Hindu festival of Navratri:

Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 7-13, reminds Albertans how to prepare for and reduce the risks of home fires.

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement on Thanksgiving:

Orders Approved – October 3, 2018

The governments of Canada and Alberta are making lives better for seniors in Crowsnest Pass communities by building the new Crowsnest Pass Seniors Lodge.

Alberta sheriffs have shuttered a problem property in Calgary and placed the owner under strict conditions until 2021.

The Alberta government is investing in the province’s magazine publishing sector as part of its ongoing commitment to preserve Alberta culture, help create jobs and diversify the economy.

Construction is underway on a new addiction and mental health site at the Royal Alexandra Hospital to help individuals and families get the supports they need day and night.

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement on the Sisters in Spirit vigils for missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls:

Noah has unseated Liam to claim the top name among baby boys in Alberta, while Olivia claims the top spot on the girls’ list for the fourth year in a row.

The Government of Alberta is helping to advance the development of a new neurosciences intensive care unit (neuro ICU) at the University of Alberta Hospital. 

Crowds of people poured through the doors as the Royal Alberta Museum (RAM) began a new era in the heart of downtown Edmonton.

Orders Approved – October 1, 2018

Snowstorms in parts of southern Alberta continue to create extreme winter driving conditions.

Snowstorms in parts of southern Alberta have created extreme winter driving conditions.

Ginger Ada Rogers has been fined $28,750 for violating the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act.

The Government of Alberta is seeking proposals for large-scale solar energy providers to meet more than half of its green power needs.

Changes to the province’s road test model will improve access for rural communities and enhance service for all drivers.

The province is recognizing nine individuals and organizations for the difference they make in the lives of Alberta seniors.

When drivers signal to pedestrians that they have been seen, crossing the street is much safer.

The Government of Alberta is supporting 33 communities with disaster relief funding to help them recover losses caused by recent flooding and wildfires.

Motorists should drive to the conditions as winter weather arrives in parts of the province.

The Alberta government is investing in new jobs and expanded training and supports as part of Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM).

To help prevent HIV infections and protect lives, the Government of Alberta is covering the cost of a medication that can reduce the risk of contracting HIV.

The government is proclaiming Oct. 1 as the Day of Older Persons in Alberta.

All visitors, regardless of their ability, will be able to access and experience the new Royal Alberta Museum.

The influenza vaccine will be provided, free of charge, to Albertans six months of age and older at locations around the province, beginning in two weeks.

Albertans gathered at the legislature grounds, for the 20^th consecutive year, to honour and remember police and peace officers who have died in the line of duty.

Kathleen Ganley, Minister of Justice and Solicitor General, issued the following statement to recognize Alberta’s new RCMP Commanding Officer:

Alberta’s biggest celebration of arts, heritage, diversity and community spirit is this weekend, Sept. 28-30.

The Alberta government is raising the minimum wage to $15 per hour on Oct. 1 to help hard-working families make ends meet and build an economy that works for everyone.

Minister of Indigenous Relations Richard Feehan and Minister of Education David Eggen issued the following statement to commemorate Orange Shirt Day, which honours residential school survivors and promotes ongoing reconciliation:

The Nov. 1 deadline is quickly approaching, but Alberta non-profits still have time to apply for the second round of funding to support anti-racism initiatives.

When stepping inside the new Royal Alberta Museum, visitors will be immersed in stories of Indigenous culture and heritage.

Alberta’s school nutrition program is expanding to feed more than 30,000 students a daily nutritious meal so they can focus on their studies – not their stomachs.

Hundreds of municipal officials are gathering in Red Deer for the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA) Convention, giving them a front row seat for central Alberta’s ongoing economic recovery.

Order Approved – September 24, 2018

Ermineskin Cree Nation has partnered with the Alberta government to install a new solar power system at the Maskwacis Mall to help reduce emissions and save money.

The province is launching a permanent grant program to help Alberta’s post-production businesses attract investment and be more competitive.

Students in the High Prairie region will soon have access to a new, central post-secondary facility now that Northern Lakes College has broken ground on its new consolidated campus.

As Kananaskis Country celebrates its 40^th anniversary, the province is building on the grand vision for K-Country with a major capital investment.

Field hockey players and fans in Calgary are the winners as their pitch to improve Hawkings Field scored an assist from the province.

Low-income and homeless Calgarians will have faster access to mental health services at CUPS as the Government of Alberta increases support to eliminate the wait list.

The Alberta government has laid charges against the Town of Whitecourt and Woodlands County, operators of the Whitecourt Regional Solid Waste Management Authority, for offences under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act.

Community groups, municipalities and organizations can apply for new program funding to help seniors live healthy, engaged lives.

Redevelopment within Kananaskis Country’s Bow Valley Provincial Park will be a major benefit to river users, supporting world-class water-based recreation.

Minister of Education David Eggen issued the following statement about social studies course material given to an Alberta student:

All open provincial historic sites and museums will offer free admission and family friendly activities during Alberta Culture Days, Sept. 28-30.

Alberta’s new trade and investment contractor, Connection Silicon Valley (CSV), will help open doors for Alberta businesses in Silicon Valley, San Francisco and beyond.

Scott Webb, a respected community leader, businessperson and long-time resident of Vermilion, is the new chair of the Board of Governors at Lakeland College.

Orders Approved – September 18, 2018

The Governments of Canada and Alberta are making lives better for seniors in Rimbey and surrounding communities with the grand opening of the new Valley View Manor. Eighty new units offer increased flexibility to seniors in the level of care they can access and allow them to remain close to their families and communities.

The province is helping conserve 13,000 acres of private land containing vital watersheds, grasslands and wildlife habitats across the province.

Across Alberta, children are learning how to get to school and back home safely during annual Traffic Safety Day events.