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Alberta’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout has reached a significant milestone with one million doses now working to protect Albertans.

Alberta Education has approved requests from public and Catholic schools in Calgary to temporarily shift Grades 7 to 12 to at-home learning.

Alberta has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with New Brunswick, Ontario and Saskatchewan to support the development of small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs).

Physicians will soon begin vaccinating patients in their clinics as part of a new pilot program.

More than 1.7 million Albertans are now eligible for a vaccine, and walk-in bookings for Astra Zeneca are available in Calgary and Edmonton for those aged 55 to 64. Follow all public health guidelines to stop the spread of COVID-19 and protect the health-care system.

A new plan will add 10 RCMP officers in Wetaskiwin to address high crime rates in the city and surrounding rural areas.

Alberta’s government will update apprenticeship education and skilled trades governance, supporting a flexible system that can deal with challenges today and into the future.

Alberta’s government is expanding the small business relaunch grant to put more money in the hands of job creators when they need it to survive the end of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Leela Sharon Aheer, Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women, issued the following statement on Vaisakhi:

Premier Jason Kenney issued this statement to recognize the start of Ramadan:

Recreation on Crown lands, especially along the Eastern Slopes, is more popular than ever.

Alberta’s government will modernize the Public Health Act to provide greater transparency during public health emergencies.

With rapid flow clinics opening in Calgary and Edmonton, Alberta is expanding distribution to deliver doses at a record pace.

Minister of Health Tyler Shandro issued the following statement on National Medical Laboratory Week, April 11-17:

Minister of Health Tyler Shandro issued the following statement on World Parkinson’s Day:

More than 240,000 eligible health-care workers can begin booking vaccine appointments starting April 12.

The in-school rapid screening test program will expand to up to 300 schools in Calgary, Edmonton, Lethbridge and Grande Prairie.

With the passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, Albertans are invited to offer their condolences to the Royal Family.

Statement from the Honourable Nathan Cooper, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, on the Passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh: 

Premier Jason Kenney issued the following statement to mark the passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh:

Following is a statement on the death of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, KG, KT, PC, OM, GBE, AC, ONZ, QSO, GCL, CC, CMM, CD, ADC(P): 

Rapid screening tests will be offered at two Calgary high schools. Continue to follow all public health guidelines to stop the spread and protect the health-care system.

Alberta’s government has reduced red tape by more than 15 per cent and is well on its way to meeting the commitment of a one-third reduction by 2023.

Alberta’s government is continuing to update health legislation to ensure our health system can better serve Albertans and operate more efficiently.

Investigators from the Alberta Sheriffs, working with the Lethbridge Police Service, have closed a property in Lethbridge that was a source of drug activity.

Alberta’s government is providing $20 million in funding to support research and development in vaccines and curing disease.

Orders approved – April 7, 2021

A new rapid flow vaccine clinic will open in Edmonton to help local residents quickly access the COVID-19 vaccine.

On April 10, 2018, the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) was directed to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of a 27-year-old man who was shot and killed during an encounter with a Calgary Police Service (CPS) officer shortly before midnight during what is believed to have been an attempted robbery.

Alberta’s government has introduced legislation that would outright prohibit carding and standardize street checks.

Twenty-one civil society organizations will benefit from $7 million in provincial funding to support community recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Nominations are open for the Stars of Alberta Volunteer Awards recognizing those making a lasting impact in their communities.

On April 29, 2019, the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) was directed to investigate the circumstances surrounding injuries sustained by a 33-year-old man during his arrest by members of the Lloydminster RCMP that same date.

New restrictions will start to come into effect at 11:59 p.m. on April 6. Continue to follow all public health guidelines to protect others and the health system.

Alberta’s government will bring in four new measures starting immediately to ramp-up the COVID-19 vaccine rollout as infections and hospitalizations rise.

Alberta is returning to Step 1 of the four-step framework to protect the health system and reduce the rising spread of COVID-19 provincewide.

On April 3, the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) was directed to investigate the circumstances surrounding an officer-involved shooting that occurred that same day on the O’Chiese First Nation, and which resulted in the death of a 24-year-old man.

On the afternoon of March 25, the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) was directed to investigate the circumstances surrounding the apprehension and arrest of a 39-year-old man. On that date, the Edmonton Police Service made a 46.1 notification to the Director of Law Enforcement regarding an arrest that had occurred on March 23 during which force was used.

Premier Jason Kenney issued this statement on the third anniversary of the Humboldt Broncos hockey team bus crash:

Albertans born in 1963 or earlier with underlying health conditions now have another way to get the COVID-19 vaccine.

By approving the first project grant through the Alberta Petrochemicals Incentive Program (APIP), Alberta’s government is capitalizing on a multibillion-dollar opportunity in this emerging sector.

Minister of Community and Social Services Rajan Sawhney issued the following statement to recognize World Autism Day and Month 2021:

Order approved – April 1, 2021

This long weekend, do not attend indoor social gatherings and strictly follow all public health guidelines to protect the health system and reduce the spread of COVID-19.

A new large-scale vaccination site will open in Grande Prairie to help more residents access the COVID-19 vaccine.

A new large-scale vaccination site will open in Fort McMurray to help more residents access the COVID-19 vaccine.

Alberta Environment and Parks has notified Cleanit Greenit that the registration for its west Edmonton composting facility is cancelled effective June 30, 2022.

Premier Jason Kenney issued the following statement commemorating the Paschal Triduum:

The launch of RAPID Response on April 1 puts 140 more peace officers on guard for rural Albertans when they need help from law enforcement.

For the first time, Alberta’s government is officially recognizing April as Genocide Remembrance, Condemnation and Prevention Month.

Orders approved – March 31, 2021

Leela Sharon Aheer, Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women, issued the following statement on Sikh Heritage Month:

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

Alberta’s grizzly bear recovery efforts are working and grizzly bear populations are increasing across the province.

Leela Sharon Aheer, Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women, issued the following statement on International Transgender Day of Visibility:

Minister of Health Tyler Shandro issued the following statement:

Alberta’s version of Clare’s Law will come into effect on April 1.

Minister of Labour and Immigration Jason Copping issued the following statement on the public engagement for the Occupational Health and Safety Code (OHS Code) review:

Alberta’s government is now accepting grant applications for Alberta Culture Days 2021.

As Phase 2B of the vaccine program begins, Alberta is temporarily pausing AstraZeneca use in Albertans aged 55 and younger. Continue to follow all public health guidelines in place to protect each other and the health-care system.

Alberta has appointed an independent committee to lead a comprehensive public engagement to inform the development of a modern coal policy.

The government wants to hear from those who live, work and play in Alberta’s caribou ranges of Cold Lake and Bistcho Lake on how draft sub-regional plans support caribou herd recovery.

Twinning will reduce the chances of a head-on collision for the nearly 10,000 commuter and commercial vehicles that travel Highway 19 each day.

Investigators from the Alberta Sheriffs have closed a property in Whitecourt that was a source of drug activity in the community.

Constructing a new Court of Appeal facility and restoring the historic court building in Calgary will protect livelihoods by improving access to justice and supporting about 570 construction-related jobs.

More than 945,000 Albertans with underlying health conditions are now eligible to book their COVID-19 vaccination.

Alberta’s updated draft kindergarten to Grade 6 curriculum brings a renewed focus to literacy, numeracy, citizenship and practical skills, giving students a strong base of essential knowledge for future learning.

More physicians will be working in rural Alberta thanks to a $6-million investment that will increase Albertans’ access to the care they need.

Order approved – March 26, 2021

Enhancements to the Film and Television Tax Credit will attract medium and big-budget productions that will create jobs and attract investment in the province.

A new provincial park in Edmonton’s river valley is one step closer to reality.

A $33-million one-time commitment from Budget 2021 will drive down wait times for Albertans needing non-emergency CT scans and MRIs in public hospitals and spark innovation to provide the best patient care.

Minister of Health Tyler Shandro issued the following statement on Purple Day for Epilepsy:

A new approach to rent assistance will help more Albertans, including working families and those most in need.

Note to Editors: In response to questions from some media outlets about how much the Alberta government is spending on COVID-19 advertising, the following information is available:

Vaccine appointments continue to be available for Albertans in Phase 2A provincewide. Follow all public health guidelines in place to protect each other and the health-care system.

Canada’s Prairie provinces are pursuing equitable, timely and predictable business risk management (BRM) programs for producers.

Alberta’s government is supporting working families across the province by allocating $9.7 million in grants for operators to create 1,500 more spaces in day homes and daycare centres, including overnight care.

Premier Jason Kenney issued the following statement on the Supreme Court of Canada’s ruling that the federal government’s carbon tax is constitutional:

Orders approved – March 24, 2021

Half a million doses of COVID-19 vaccines have been administered in Alberta. Continue to follow all public health guidelines in place to protect each other and the health-care system.

Minister of Jobs, Economy and Innovation Doug Schweitzer issued the following statement in response to the Canadian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association annual report:

Minister of Health Tyler Shandro issued the following statement on Alberta’s COVID-19 vaccine milestone:

New legislation would make it easier for non-profit organizations to support their communities in times of need.

Budget 2021 provides an additional $5 million to help train commercial Class 1 drivers and protect livelihoods.

Alberta’s government will be testing a new Digital Overdose Response System (DORS). The mobile app will help protect people using opioids and other substances while alone in their homes.

Alberta’s government is offering millions of free rapid testing kits to public, private and not-for-profit employers and service providers provincewide.

Alberta will not be moving to Step 3 at this time. Continue to follow all public health guidelines in place to protect each other and the health-care system.

New legislation would keep Albertans safe in their communities by requiring convicted violent offenders to live under their own names.

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

Leela Sharon Aheer, Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women, issued the following statement on International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination:

President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance Travis Toews issued the following statement on the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees’ (AUPE’s) rejection of Alberta Health Services’ (AHS’) proposal to delay labour negotiations:

Minister of Environment and Parks Jason Nixon issued the following statement on the Government of Canada’s recognition of Alberta’s progress in recovering southern mountain caribou:

President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance Travis Toews issued the following statement on United Nurses of Alberta’s rejection of Alberta Health Services’ proposal to delay labour negotiations:

The province is immunizing Albertans as quickly as our supplies allow. Continue to follow all health guidelines in place to protect each other and the health-care system.

Minister of Advanced Education Demetrios Nicolaides issued the following statement on returning to in-person learning this fall:

Alberta’s government is rapidly expanding the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines through community pharmacies provincewide.

Eligible Albertans should continue to book vaccine appointments. Follow all health guidelines in place to protect each other and the health-care system.

Orders approved – March 17, 2021

Working parents have until March 31 to apply to receive a one-time $561 per child benefit to help with the cost of child care.