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Between Friday, Feb. 22, at 9 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 23, at 7 a.m., Macleod Trail will be closed to both directions of traffic at the intersection of Highway 22X.

Government has awarded seven new highway maintenance contracts based on a new hybrid performance-based model. 

Government is taking steps to end photo radar being used as a revenue-generating tool.

Communities and organizations are invited to apply for funding to host Alberta Culture Days events to showcase their arts, heritage, diversity and community spirit.

Premier Rachel Notley’s Made-in-Alberta energy strategy is unlocking a $2-billion private sector investment that creates jobs and adds value to Alberta’s energy resources.

The Alberta government has made the dTap vaccine free for all pregnant women.

Six new judges appointed to the Provincial Court of Alberta mean Albertans will continue to have timely access to justice.

Orders Approved – February 19, 2019

Drivers should be aware of a wide load travelling from Edmonton to the Fort Saskatchewan area this week.

Historic rail deals between Canadian Pacific Railway, Canadian National Railway and the Government of Alberta mean all Albertans will get a better price for our energy resources.

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement to recognize Family Day:

The Government of Alberta has awarded a historic 20-year contract to supply government properties with solar power from three facilities located between Medicine Hat and Calgary.

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement wishing Albertans a happy National Flag of Canada Day:

Orders Approved – February 12, 2019

Albertans are encouraged to nominate groups or individuals who have improved safety in their communities for the 28^th annual Alberta Community Justice Awards.

Albertans will be able to see Canada’s top young athletes compete at home when the 2019 Canada Winter Games kick off in Red Deer on Feb. 15.

The Alberta government is providing funding for the TELUS World of Science to create jobs, enhance education and bring new visitors to Edmonton.

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement to recognize missing and murdered Indigenous women:

Alberta tech companies will gain new international partners and access to more markets thanks to a new agreement with the Mexican state of Nuevo Leon.

Students will have more access to world-class science programs, modern labs and new research spaces at the University of Lethbridge’s Destination Project.

The Alberta Sheriffs and the Lethbridge Police Service have teamed up to stop drug activity at a home on the city’s north side.

A historic investment in high-tech industries will create thousands of jobs, attract millions in new investment and help diversify Alberta’s economy.

Education Minister David Eggen visited students who will be among the first to attend the future Dr. Anne Anderson School in southwest Edmonton.

The new Wildwood facility increases affordable housing options in Calgary with homes for 48 individuals and families.

Education Minister David Eggen has released guidelines with information and resources to support students with Type 1 diabetes while they are in school.

A new plan will support Calgary’s angling community by boosting river access while ensuring the future health and sustainability of the Bow River fishery.

The province is investing in a new mental health centre for youth so more children and teens from Edmonton and northern Alberta can get timely mental health and substance-use treatment.

Moore’s Industrial Service Ltd. has been convicted on one count of violating the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act.

A Conversion Therapy Working Group will make recommendations to the Minister of Health on how to most effectively ban this dangerous and hurtful practice in Alberta.

Drivers should be aware of a wide load travelling from Edmonton to the Fort Saskatchewan area this weekend.

Fort Saskatchewan residents with low income will soon have a new option for safe, modern and affordable housing, thanks to support from the Alberta government.

Farmers are encouraged to participate in this year’s ag-tourism showcase to help increase their sales.

Alberta is supporting Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation, Mikisew Cree First Nation and Métis Local 125 in owning and operating a new solar farm that will reduce their reliance on diesel generators.

A new government program will help Alberta agricultural societies save money and reduce emissions through energy-efficient upgrades.

Make a replica fossil, learn to snowshoe or build a balloon launcher – everyone can have an affordable adventure this Family Day.

At a roundtable with community leaders, Premier Rachel Notley announced the government will expand learning opportunities for students by developing a Filipino language and culture curriculum.

Order Approved – February 6, 2019

High Prairie-area families will have access to more health-care services closer to home, thanks to investments by the Alberta government.

Alberta’s most energy-intensive industries are investing more than $276 million in clean technologies that will create jobs, reduce operating costs and cut emissions.

The Government of Alberta’s online database now includes service contracts awarded outside a formal competition process during the third fiscal quarter.

The largest international touring exhibition of Viking artifacts opens at the new Royal Alberta Museum this spring.

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement in honour of the Lunar New Year:

Please join Finance Minister Joe Ceci as he hosts telephone town halls to listen to the feedback and fiscal priorities of Albertans. 

Lethbridge is the first of at least 20 communities that will benefit from a new network of electric vehicle charging stations across southern Alberta.

Thousands of jobs and $4.5 billion in private-sector investment are moving forward thanks to Premier Notley’s Made-in-Alberta energy strategy.

Education Minister David Eggen issued the following statement about the second meeting of this year’s Minister’s Youth Council:

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement as Albertans celebrate the contributions of people of African descent:

Alberta Parks’ online campsite reservations open Feb. 4. 

Dr. Deena Hinshaw has been appointed Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health after Dr. Karen Grimsrud’s retirement.

Between Friday, Feb. 1 at 8 p.m. and Monday, Feb. 4 at 6 a.m., Macleod Trail will be closed for both directions of traffic at the intersection of Highway 22X.