COVID-19 Updates: Taking steps to return to normal.
- Public health restrictions: Alberta entered Step 2 on March 1.
- Book your vaccine: Albertans 5+ can get it now. Get third dose when eligible.
Featured services
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Minister Jason Luan
Jason Luan was sworn in as Minister of Community and Social Services on July 8, 2021.
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Parliamentary Secretary Jeremy Nixon
Jeremy Nixon was appointed parliamentary secretary to the Minister of Community and Social Services for Civil Society on November 23, 2021.
Accomplishments
Alberta’s version of Clare’s Law gives people at risk of domestic violence the option to find out if their intimate partner has a violent or abusive past.
The governments of Alberta and Canada are providing $8 million to help Hope Mission rebuild the Herb Jamieson Centre, which provides shelter for homeless men in Edmonton.
Key information
- Budget 2022 maintains funding of $3.9 billion for Community and Social Services.
- Alberta Supports helps more than 650,000 people each year – online, by phone and in-person.
Our responsibilities
Community and Social Services provides supports for families and communities, and helps Albertans access disability services, financial supports, services for the homeless, and other social-based programs. This ministry supports Albertans through a person-centred, integrated service delivery model that recognizes the unique circumstances, experiences and strengths of individuals and families.
Ministry information
Publications
Resources
- Legislation
- List of public agencies
- Media inquiries
- Ministry staff directory
- Personal information bank directories
- Report suspected fraud of social services programs
Social media
In focus
Budget 2022 is moving Alberta forward by building health system capacity, getting more Albertans working, and balancing the budget.
Alberta Supports
Helping people connect with a range of programs and services to meet their unique needs.
Residential Access Modification Program
Supporting low income Albertans with mobility challenges to make their homes more accessible.
Help and support
Contact information (PDF, 509 KB) for organizations providing help and support to Albertans.
Latest news
- Apr 19, 2022
Alberta’s government is moving forward with investments in job training that will support Albertans on their career path, providing them with the skills needed today and into the future.
- Mar 10, 2022
Alberta’s government will begin providing prenatal benefits to vulnerable expectant mothers to help ensure moms and babies will be healthier.
- Feb 24, 2022
Budget 2022 moves Alberta forward with critical social programs and capital investments for children, families, seniors and vulnerable Albertans.