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Six new judges appointed to the Provincial Court of Alberta mean Albertans will continue to have timely access to justice.

Orders Approved – February 19, 2019

Drivers should be aware of a wide load travelling from Edmonton to the Fort Saskatchewan area this week.

A historic rail deal between Canadian Pacific Railway, Canadian National Railway and the Government of Alberta means all Albertans will get a better price for our energy resources.

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement to recognize Family Day:

The Government of Alberta has awarded a historic 20-year contract to supply government properties with solar power from three facilities located between Medicine Hat and Calgary.

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement wishing Albertans a happy National Flag of Canada Day:

Orders Approved – February 12, 2019

Albertans are encouraged to nominate groups or individuals who have improved safety in their communities for the 28^th annual Alberta Community Justice Awards.

Albertans will be able to see Canada’s top young athletes compete at home when the 2019 Canada Winter Games kick off in Red Deer on Feb. 15.

The Alberta government is providing funding for the TELUS World of Science to create jobs, enhance education and bring new visitors to Edmonton.

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement to recognize missing and murdered Indigenous women:

Alberta tech companies will gain new international partners and access to more markets thanks to a new agreement with the Mexican state of Nuevo Leon.

Students will have more access to world-class science programs, modern labs and new research spaces at the University of Lethbridge’s Destination Project.

The Alberta Sheriffs and the Lethbridge Police Service have teamed up to stop drug activity at a home on the city’s north side.

A historic investment in high-tech industries will create thousands of jobs, attract millions in new investment and help diversify Alberta’s economy.

Education Minister David Eggen visited students who will be among the first to attend the future Dr. Anne Anderson School in southwest Edmonton.

The new Wildwood facility increases affordable housing options in Calgary with homes for 48 individuals and families.

Education Minister David Eggen has released guidelines with information and resources to support students with Type 1 diabetes while they are in school.

A new plan will support Calgary’s angling community by boosting river access while ensuring the future health and sustainability of the Bow River fishery.

The province is investing in a new mental health centre for youth so more children and teens from Edmonton and northern Alberta can get timely mental health and substance-use treatment.

Moore’s Industrial Service Ltd. has been convicted on one count of violating the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act.

A Conversion Therapy Working Group will make recommendations to the Minister of Health on how to most effectively ban this dangerous and hurtful practice in Alberta.

Drivers should be aware of a wide load travelling from Edmonton to the Fort Saskatchewan area this weekend.

Fort Saskatchewan residents with low income will soon have a new option for safe, modern and affordable housing, thanks to support from the Alberta government.

Farmers are encouraged to participate in this year’s ag-tourism showcase to help increase their sales.

Alberta is supporting Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation, Mikisew Cree First Nation and Métis Local 125 in owning and operating a new solar farm that will reduce their reliance on diesel generators.

A new government program will help Alberta agricultural societies save money and reduce emissions through energy-efficient upgrades.

Make a replica fossil, learn to snowshoe or build a balloon launcher – everyone can have an affordable adventure this Family Day.

At a roundtable with community leaders, Premier Rachel Notley announced the government will expand learning opportunities for students by developing a Filipino language and culture curriculum.

Order Approved – February 6, 2019

High Prairie-area families will have access to more health-care services closer to home, thanks to investments by the Alberta government.

Alberta’s most energy-intensive industries are investing more than $276 million in clean technologies that will create jobs, reduce operating costs and cut emissions.

The Government of Alberta’s online database now includes service contracts awarded outside a formal competition process during the third fiscal quarter.

The largest international touring exhibition of Viking artifacts opens at the new Royal Alberta Museum this spring.

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement in honour of the Lunar New Year:

Please join Finance Minister Joe Ceci as he hosts telephone town halls to listen to the feedback and fiscal priorities of Albertans. 

Lethbridge is the first of at least 20 communities that will benefit from a new network of electric vehicle charging stations across southern Alberta.

Thousands of jobs and $4.5 billion in private-sector investment are moving forward thanks to Premier Notley’s Made-in-Alberta energy strategy.

Education Minister David Eggen issued the following statement about the second meeting of this year’s Minister’s Youth Council:

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement as Albertans celebrate the contributions of people of African descent:

Alberta Parks’ online campsite reservations open Feb. 4. 

Dr. Deena Hinshaw has been appointed Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health after Dr. Karen Grimsrud’s retirement.

“The future is not found, it is made. And when we are inspired by our better angels, we have always made a better future.”

“The future is coming and it’s Made-in-Alberta.”

“The UN declared 2019 to be the Year of Indigenous Languages, and this declaration is more than symbolic. Reclaiming or learning a language is empowering.”

“Highway 60 is an important transportation corridor link to other parts of the province.”

“I believe the time has come to dramatically accelerate energy diversification in Alberta.”

Between Friday, Feb. 1 at 8 p.m. and Monday, Feb. 4 at 6 a.m., Macleod Trail will be closed for both directions of traffic at the intersection of Highway 22X. 

Order Approved – January 30, 2019

Edmonton’s Lauren Crazybull has been named the province’s and Canada’s first Artist in Residence.

Winter storm and snowfall alerts are expected to bring 15 to 30 centimeters of snow through the weekend.

A funding agreement has been signed that officially gives the green light to begin construction on the most extensive LRT project in Calgary’s history.

As storage levels draw down and the value of Alberta’s oil increases, the province is increasing the limit on oil production.

"One of North America’s great cities, an economic engine for Alberta and for the country, will have the kind of transit system that befits a city of this size and economic importance."

Government has rescheduled four public information sessions on the Bighorn Country proposal for Feb. 1 - 4.

The Springbank Off-Stream Reservoir (SR1) is another step closer to construction after the province acquired 188 hectares (465 acres) of land needed for the project.

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement on International Holocaust Remembrance Day:

The Alberta government is investing in communities across the province to help them combat racial discrimination, foster acceptance and promote diversity and inclusion.

A new interchange at 65 Avenue and Highway 2 in Leduc will create 8,300 jobs, attract $600 million in new investment and keep people and products moving safely.

Long anticipated reconstruction of Highway 628 west of Edmonton will mean a smoother, safer commute.

Orders Approved – January 22, 2019

Environment and Parks Minister Shannon Phillips is hosting a fourth telephone town hall to consult Albertans on the Bighorn Country proposal.

A new program at Calgary’s Central Library will make Indigenous resources more accessible and help preserve history, culture and language.

The province is making it easier for Canadian Armed Forces members, Regular and Reserve, to find good jobs during and after their service.

Premier Rachel Notley’s Made-in-Alberta energy strategy is taking a major step forward in diversifying the economy, creating new jobs and adding more value to our resources.

Alberta Agriculture and Forestry is helping fund a three-year pilot program that will recycle agricultural plastics.