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Government has approved Suncor Energy’s Meadow Creek West project, enabling it to move forward in the the best interest of Albertans.

The Alberta Government is committing $137 million to build a bigger, better emergency department and mental health units at Calgary’s Peter Lougheed Centre.

Albertans can help identify improvements to Alberta’s automobile insurance system through an online survey available until March 6. 

Government is asking the public to weigh in on how Alberta regulates trucking, bus and service companies.

A new way to fund Alberta’s K-12 education system will drive more dollars to the classroom where they can deliver the best outcomes for students.

An exciting weekend of multi-sport action wrapped up in Airdrie with medal presentations to the athletes on Monday afternoon.

Premier Jason Kenney issued the following statement wishing Albertans a happy Family Day:

Olympic gold medal wrestler Erica Wiebe has been appointed Alberta Ambassador for Sport and Active Living.

Airdrie’s population will increase by more than 2,300 people during the Family Day long weekend as the city plays host to the 2020 Alberta Winter Games.

Minister of Health Tyler Shandro issued the following statement on physician negotiations:

The next phase in the emergency department expansion at the Misericordia Community Hospital gets underway Monday with the start of demolition.

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. 

Premier Kenney and Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women Leela Sharon Aheer met with the Alberta Anti-Racism Advisory Council on Feb. 13 to discuss multiculturalism and inclusion.

Albertans and visitors of all ages and skill levels are encouraged to try ice fishing and enjoy the great outdoors during Alberta Fishing Week.

Preparations have begun for the demolition of the south wing of the Dr. Cooke Extended Care Centre in Lloydminster.

Minister of Indigenous Relations Rick Wilson issued the following statement on a consultation milestone reached by a Métis organization in Alberta.

Orders Approved – February 12, 2020

Nominations for the first inductees to the new Alberta Trades Hall of Fame opened Feb. 13.

Doug Schweitzer, Minister of Justice and Solicitor General, issued the following statement on the government fulfilling its commitment to doubling the number of Crown articling students:

On Feb. 11, the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) was directed to investigate the circumstances surrounding an officer-involved shooting that took place in Blairmore that same day and resulted in the death of one man.

The province has approved a new flood mitigation project for Canmore that will help ensure public safety and lower the risk of flood damage, like that experienced in 2013.

By transferring the crude-by-rail program to the private sector, the government is saving Alberta taxpayers $500 million.

Premier Jason Kenney advocated for pipelines and expanded Alberta energy exports during his recent mission to Washington, D.C., and Montreal.

On Feb. 10, 2020, the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) was directed to investigate the circumstances surrounding a motor vehicle collision that occurred that same day in northeast Calgary and resulted in the death of a 21-year-old man and serious injury to an off-duty Calgary Police Service (CPS) officer.

Government has begun evaluating proposals submitted under the Family Resource Network (FRN) expression of interest (EOI).  

Leela Sharon Aheer, Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women issued the following statement on International Day of Women and Girls in Science:

Travis Toews, President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance, will table Budget 2020 on Feb. 27.

A new grant program is now available to help grain farmers upgrade their grain handling systems. 

A new provincial-municipal partnership will create jobs and economic opportunities for communities in northwest Alberta.

Minister of Justice and Solicitor General Doug Schweitzer issued the following statement on the matter of Consumers’ Co-Operative Refineries Limited and Federated Co-Operatives Limited vs. Unifor Canada, Local 594 and Unifor National Union and Persons Unknown in relation to the situation in Carseland:

The U.S. Department of Commerce has signalled a significant reduction to tariff rates for forestry companies that were included in the first administrative review.

Minister of Environment and Parks Jason Nixon issued the following statement on Alberta’s position regarding the Teck Frontier oilsands mine project:

Set out on an affordable, fun-filled adventure this Family Day weekend at Alberta’s parks and heritage facilities.

Health Minister Tyler Shandro has asked Calgary-Fish Creek MLA Richard Gotfried to lead a stakeholder engagement committee in a review of the province’s continuing care legislation.

Minister of Finance Travis Toews issued the following statement on collective bargaining negotiations between the Public Service Commission and the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees.

Minister of Justice and Solicitor General Doug Schweitzer issued the following statement on the matter of Consumers’ Co-Operative Refineries Limited and Federated Co-Operatives Limited vs. Unifor Canada, Local 594 and Unifor National Union and Persons Unknown in relation to the situation in Carseland:

The governments of Alberta and Canada are developing new affordable seniors housing for Albertans in Oyen, Spirit River and Manning.

Leela Sharon Aheer, Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women, issued the following statement on International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation:

Junior and senior high school students are encouraged to apply for the 2020-21 Education Minister’s Youth Council.

The governments of Alberta and Canada are providing more affordable housing options for seniors in Vermilion with the opening of the Vermilion Valley Lodge.

Minister of Health Tyler Shandro issued the following statement on Heart Month:  

President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance Travis Toews issued the following statement about the arbitration decision involving the Health Sciences Association of Alberta.

Government has opened consultation on the rules that govern municipal and school board elections in order to ensure they meet the needs and expectations of Albertans.

On Feb. 3, the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) was directed to investigate the circumstances surrounding an incident where a 15-year-old male youth was shot during an encounter with members of the Edmonton Police Service (EPS).

Forty new continuing care living spaces will help Camrose seniors remain close to family and friends and in their community.

Premier Jason Kenney issued the following statement on the Federal Court of Appeal dismissing applications against the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion:

A new online application makes it easier and provides more security for parents to apply for child care subsidy.

Minister of Health Tyler Shandro issued the following statement on World Cancer Day: 

On Feb. 2, the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) was directed to investigate the circumstances surrounding two officer-involved shootings that took place in Lloydminster earlier that day and which resulted in the death of a 27-year-old man.

Internal savings will allow more money to be directed to patients and front-line care and will free up funds for more surgeries to cut growing wait times.