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Alberta’s provincial historic sites, museums and archives are kicking off their summer season with special programming, events and activities.

The Sheriff Highway Patrol is increasing commercial vehicle inspections during Roadcheck, a three-day safety campaign held across North America.

The Alberta at Work initiative will create more than 180 new seats in high-demand programs at Lethbridge College, Medicine Hat College and the University of Lethbridge. 

Super-Pufft, one of North America’s largest manufacturers and co-packers of salty snacks for retailers and national brands, has established a new state-of-the-art potato chip processing facility in Alberta.

Alberta’s government is committed to attracting more big and small screen productions to Alberta, creating jobs and diversifying the economy.

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

School authorities can pilot three updated draft K-6 subjects with students in classrooms across the province this fall.

Alberta chief firearms officer Teri Bryant is requesting the federal government delay or eliminate adopting a backdoor long gun registry.

Associate Minister of Status of Women Whitney Issik issued this statement on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia: 

Minister of Justice and Solicitor General Tyler Shandro issued the following statement on Victims and Survivors of Crime Week:

Albertans can now renew their driver’s licences and identification cards online any time, anywhere.

Minister of Justice and Solicitor General Tyler Shandro issued the following statement to recognize National Police Week: 

Alberta’s government is creating more than 3,000 new seats in the Calgary area, supporting students studying aviation, engineering and more.

Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on National Physiotherapy Month: 

A tour bus operator faces charges under the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act related to a fatal rollover at the Columbia Icefield.

Ten highway washrooms will be upgraded to make road trips more convenient and comfortable.

Nineteen new critical care beds have opened in hospitals as the province delivers on its promise to expand health-care capacity to meet patient needs now and in future emergencies.

A new $22-million affordable housing complex in Calgary’s vibrant Bridgeland community offers comfortable and safe homes to about 200 people.

Minister of Finance and President of Treasury Board Travis Toews issued the following statement about a new collective agreement between Alberta Health Services (AHS) and the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees – Auxiliary Nursing (AUPE–AN):

A new interchange at Queen Elizabeth II (QEII) Highway and 65 Avenue in Leduc will support more than 470 construction jobs and improve access to key cargo hubs.

Alberta at Work is adding more than 4,900 seats to Edmonton area post-secondary institutions, supporting early learning and child care, IT, engineering, business and health care.  

Alberta’s non-profit organizations got a financial boost for their live events through the second phase of the Stabilize Program.

Alberta’s government is increasing access to mental health and well-being supports for vulnerable children and youth.

Premier Jason Kenney will address the U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources about Alberta’s role in strengthening North American energy security.

Additional loan funds are now available to help women entrepreneurs get easier access to capital in order to create jobs and help diversify the economy.

Minister of Health Jason Copping and Associate Minister of Status of Women Whitney Issik issued the following statement on Women’s Health Week, May 7-13:

Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on International Nurses Day and National Nurses Week:   

New federal rules on the sale and transfer of non-restricted firearms will do little to reduce gun crime and represent another needless intrusion in the lives of law-abiding citizens.

Alberta’s targeted enrolment expansion program will add more than 400 new seats at Lakeland College, Keyano College and Portage College.  

Alberta is expanding the Alberta Security Infrastructure Program so that vulnerable organizations can be reimbursed for already made security upgrades.

Premier Jason Kenney issued the following statement on the Alberta Court of Appeal’s 4:1 ruling in favour of Alberta’s case against the federal Impact Assessment Act.

On Aug. 8, 2018, the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) was directed to investigate the hospitalization of a man after being in the custody of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police at the High Prairie Detachment.

New investment in faculty of veterinary medicine at the University of Calgary will double the number of seats in the program.

Alberta’s government is investing in networks that support startup businesses by helping them bring their products to market.

Minister of Jobs, Economy and Innovation Doug Schweitzer issued the following statement on the release of the Calgary Office Revitalization and Expansion (CORE) Working Group’s final report:

Intensive care units and emergency departments across the province are now working together to coordinate a provincewide response for organ donation and transplantation opportunities. 

Minister of Jobs, Economy and Innovation Doug Schweitzer issued the following statement on Economic Development Week, May 9-13:

Minister of Children’s Services Rebecca Schulz and Associate Minister of Mental Health and Addictions Mike Ellis issued the following statement on National Child and Youth Mental Health Day:

Minister of Finance and President of Treasury Board Travis Toews issued the following statement about contract negotiations with the Teachers’ Employer Bargaining Association (TEBA) and the Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA):

Alberta is taking action against the federal government’s unnecessary use of the Emergencies Act.

Minister of Jobs, Economy and Innovation Doug Schweitzer issued the following statement about the April 2022 Labour Force Survey:

The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) has concluded investigations into two separate files involving individuals who died during interactions with police.

Three new board members will bring their expertise to Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation (AIOC) following its mandate expansion.

Police services across Alberta have stepped up to donate surplus clothing and tactical gear that will aid humanitarian efforts in Ukraine.

More students will gain valuable financial literacy knowledge and skills to prepare them for success today and in the future.

Funding to revitalize the Glenbow Museum in Calgary will support about 590 jobs in planning, engineering, construction and the related trades.

Construction on the once-in-a-generation Springbank
Off-Stream Reservoir (SR1) is now underway, following the awarding of the contract to Vinci Infrastructure Canada Ltd.

Minister of Indigenous Relations Rick Wilson issued the following statement to honour the lives of missing and murdered Indigenous people:

Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on International Day of the Midwives:  

Orders approved – May 4, 2022

As the supply of Paxlovid is increasing and stabilizing, Alberta can now make treatment for COVID-19 easier to access.

The 2021 growing season was difficult for Alberta producers, but the targeted AgriRecovery initiative was timely and successful.

Four new judicial positions and eight vacancies have been filled, making this the largest number of judges to be appointed at one time in Alberta’s history.

A 72-year-old bridge in the Town of Athabasca is being replaced with a new, $70-million structure. 

More than $500,000 in grants will support a range of approaches to help stem the ongoing crisis of violence against Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit+ people.

The Alberta Sheriffs have shut down drug activity at a problem property in Lethbridge.

Associate Minister of Status of Women Whitney Issik and Minister of Community and Social Services Jason Luan issued the following statement on Sexual Violence Awareness Month:

Lt.-Gov. Salma Lakhani presented the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Awards to 10 young Albertans for excellence in leadership and the arts.

Alberta’s government is investing in the province’s first public sector artificial intelligence (AI) lab.

Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on World Asthma Day:  

Alberta’s government has approved market adjustments for Alberta’s Crown prosecutors as part of prioritizing high-quality prosecutions.

Albertans living with diabetes will soon have access to newer, more technologically advanced insulin pumps through their government-sponsored health benefit plans.

New rules would make it easier for self-governing professions to protect Albertans’ health, safety and economic interests.

Premier Jason Kenney issued this statement on Eid al-Fitr:

Alberta’s government is supporting the growth of health innovation and made-in-Alberta health solutions.

Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on National Hospice Palliative Care Week: 

Education Minister Adriana LaGrange issued the following statement on Education Week:

Education Minister Adriana LaGrange issued the following statement on Bus Driver Appreciation Day:

Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economic Development Nate Horner issued the following statement on Alberta Forest Week:

Minister of Municipal Affairs Ric McIver issued the following statement on Emergency Preparedness Week and the coming Emergency Alert test in Alberta:

Associate Minister of Mental Health and Addictions Mike Ellis issued the following statement on Mental Health Week, May 2-8:

Associate Minister of Immigration and Multiculturalism Muhammad Yaseen issued this statement on Asian Heritage Month:

Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on Brain Tumour Awareness Month:   

The Alberta government’s $7.5-million contribution to Sundre’s wastewater treatment plant will support innovation, be more cost-effective and provide environmental benefits.

Premier Jason Kenney issued this statement on Journey to Freedom Day:

The governments of Canada and Alberta are making it easier for parents to access inclusive child care for children with special needs.

Creative Partnerships Alberta is supporting the United Way of Calgary and Area to expand social innovation across the province.

Alberta’s recommendations on a federal tax relief measure will promote economic growth and job creation.

Minister of Labour and Immigration Kaycee Madu issued the following statement on the National Day of Mourning: 

Associate Minister of Immigration and Multiculturalism Muhammad Yaseen issued the following statement on Laylat al-Qadr:

Proposed changes would modernize Alberta’s electricity system to help keep electricity safe, reliable and affordable for the long term. 

Premier Jason Kenney issued this statement in honour of the six million Jews who died in the Holocaust of the Jewish people:

A wide load will travel between Scotford and the Edson area starting April 27.

A new Clean Hydrogen Centre of Excellence will help support made-in-Alberta energy solutions and grow the province’s emerging hydrogen sector.

New legislation would modernize statutes, cut red tape and save Albertans and their businesses time and money.

New support will strengthen Alberta’s position as a leader in artificial intelligence and grow its technology and innovation talent pool.

Alberta’s government is investing $4.5 million to upgrade or build 84 public-use facilities in communities across the province

Associate Minister of Natural Gas and Electricity Dale Nally has declared April 25-29 as Hydrogen Week in Alberta.

Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on National Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Week:  

A new Indigenous advisory group will provide input on public safety initiatives and policies.

Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on National Immunization Awareness Week:  

Premier Jason Kenney issued this statement on the 107th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide:

Minister of Culture Ron Orr issued the following statement on World Book Day:

Orders Approved – April 20, 2022

Alberta is moving forward with a rapid action plan to transform Alberta’s surgical system by putting patients first.

Albertans can nominate an individual, team or organization to be recognized nationally for their innovative achievements in the field of mental health and addiction care. 

Alberta’s government is now accepting grant applications for Alberta Culture Days 2022, which will take place throughout September.

Alberta’s government and Travel Alberta are supporting a strong rebound for the tourism sector as a key contributor to Alberta’s diversification

Minister of Jobs, Economy and Innovation Doug Schweitzer issued the following statement on Alberta’s economy:

Alberta’s government is proposing changes to increase the efficiency and fairness of condominium laws.

Grieving parents who experience a miscarriage or stillbirth would have more job-protected leave under new legislation, as would the brave members of the Canadian Army Reserve.

The Alberta government has introduced the Justice Statutes Amendment Act, 2022 to keep justice-related legislation up to date for Albertans.

Alberta’s government hired Deloitte to conduct a review of the Balancing Pool’s finances and found the agency lost more than $1.34 billion from 2015-2019.

Alberta’s government is assisting non-profits with core operations and investing in community projects across the province.

In partnership with the federal government, Alberta has awarded two grants totalling $900,000 to help grow the province’s hemp industry.

Associate Minister of Immigration and Multiculturalism Muhammad Yaseen issued the following statement on the First Day of Ridvan:

New legislation would enable the government to provide electricity and natural gas rebates to hard-working Albertans.

Students in grades 1 to 3 will benefit from literacy and numeracy screening assessments to help those struggling get back on track.

A one-time increase in funding to the Persons Case Scholarship means more students than ever are receiving support for their education.

The government has laid charges against Orkin Canada Corporation (Orkin) for not following pesticide regulations and environmental legislation.

Alberta’s government will provide support to assist Ukrainian citizens arriving in the province with employment, education and health care.

The Insurance Amendment Act, 2022, would spur Alberta-grown insurance solutions for businesses and help modernize the financial services sector. 

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.

Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on Cancer Awareness Month: