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Energy Minister Sonya Savage joined Saskatchewan and Ontario ministers in expressing frustration with results of the 2019 Energy and Mines Ministers' Conference.

Orders Approved – July 18, 2019

An amendment to the Employment Standards Regulation restores previous working arrangements for the province’s essential wildfire detection program.

Ernst & Young LLP (EY) has been selected as the successful contractor for the Alberta Health Services (AHS) review.

Infectious and congenital syphilis rates have escalated across the province over the past five years, with a sharp increase in 2018.

Government has laid four charges under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act and one charge related to the transportation of dangerous goods against the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo in relation to offences that occurred between May 8 and May 17, 2017.

Calgarians experiencing poverty will soon have a stable home and an opportunity to get back on their feet.

The City of Edmonton has pleaded guilty to one count under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act for improper use of a pesticide.

An independent review will look at health information systems to ensure they support coordinated high-quality care and avoid duplication.

The Town of Whitecourt and Woodlands County, operators of the Whitecourt Regional Solid Waste Management Authority, have each pleaded guilty to one count under the province’s Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act.

The Government of Alberta has filed a Notice of Intervention in British Columbia’s appeal to restrict the transportation of Alberta oil.

The Government of Alberta has declared July 12, 2019 as Collector Car Appreciation Day across the province.

Albertans can participate in an online survey to help shape the future of farm workplace legislation

Big Plans for Little Kids Ltd., an Early Childhood Services operator in Calgary, will no longer be funded by the Alberta government following an external review.

Premier Jason Kenney issued the following statement on Imamat Day observed by Ismaili Muslims:

Premier Jason Kenney has announced that Alberta will unilaterally drop half of its exceptions to the 2017 Canadian Free Trade Agreement.

Granting extended leases to ranchers who demonstrate exemplary care for public lands will help support the economy and the environment.

Government is consulting with industries on the new Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction (TIER) system. 

Premier Jason Kenney met with the Premiers of New Brunswick, Ontario, Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories to discuss matters of mutual interest.

Alberta to host Premiers of New Brunswick, Ontario, Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories at Calgary Stampede.

Writing-on-Stone/Áísínai’pi is now Alberta’s sixth World Heritage Site.

The government is applauding an innovative new partnership between two companies that will bring jobs and economic diversification to the High Level area.

Bold action and promises kept by the Alberta government during the spring session have resulted in record savings for Alberta families and job creators.

Amanda Hardman, from Stony Plain, is the 2019 4-H Alberta Premier’s Award recipient.

Order Approved – July 4, 2019

Premier Jason Kenney has announced the launch of a public inquiry into the foreign funding of anti-Alberta energy campaigns.

Agriculture and Forestry Minister Devin Dreeshen hosted a barbecue July 3, urging Albertans to support farmers and ranchers in the face of international market closures.

Orders Approved – July 2, 2019

Eric Tolppanen, head of the Alberta Crown Prosecution Service, issued the following statement to confirm the appointment of an out-of-province Crown prosecutor for the investigation into allegations in the 2017 United Conservative Party leadership election and vote irregularities:

The Government of Alberta is acting swiftly to provide urgent, timely tax relief for shallow gas producers in dire straits.

A recently rehabilitated orphaned male black bear that was released into the wild in June has died.

Premier Jason Kenney issued the following statement to celebrate Canada Day:

Premier Jason Kenney issued the following statement about the government’s job creation tax cuts legislation:

AISH recipients will be automatically enrolled in Alberta’s seniors financial assistance programs once they turn 65, ensuring uninterrupted benefits. 

The Government of Alberta has expressed its strong opposition following reports that members of the U.S. House of Representatives are pushing to amend the Canada-United States-Mexico (CUSMA) trade agreement to include mandatory Country of Origin Labelling (COOL) rules.

Premier Jason Kenney issued the following statement regarding the Ontario Court of Appeal upholding the federal carbon tax:

Alberta is extending the deadline for farmers and school bus drivers to meet training requirements as new commercial drivers.

The Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology’s 1,300-square-metre expansion offers visitors enriched experiences and services.

President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance Travis Toews issued the following statement announcing the publication of the 2018-19 Government of Alberta Annual Report:

Orders Approved – June 26, 2019

Albertans can enjoy liquor in select provincial parks’ day-use area picnic sites starting at noon June 28.

Western Premiers met today in Edmonton to discuss their shared priorities of ensuring a strong, sustainable, innovative, and competitive economy that works for all western and northern Canadians. 

Nominations are open for the Stars of Alberta Volunteer Awards recognizing those who make a lasting impact in their community.

Albertans are reminded to drive safe and sober as they take to the roads over the Canada Day long weekend.

Leela Sharon Aheer, Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women, issued the following statement to recognize Canadian Multiculturalism Day:

Energy Minister Sonya Savage issued the following statement regarding the next steps for the crude-by-rail program:

As part of the government’s commitment to cut red tape, a six-month pause on condominium regulations is being put in place to ensure stakeholders are heard and Alberta taxpayers are protected.

The province is easing the oil production limit for August due to the private-sector growing its crude-by-rail capacity, declining inventory levels and improved efficiencies in export pipelines.

Bill 13, the Alberta Senate Election Act, would reinstate Senate nominee elections to enable Albertans to choose who would best represent them in the Senate.

Doug Schweitzer, Minister of Justice and Solicitor General, issued the following statement on the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking: