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With additional government funding, AHS is doing more CT and MRI scans than before the pandemic, with shorter waits for urgent scans

Crews are putting the finishing touches on the Highway 15 twinning project outside of Fort Saskatchewan.

Alberta’s government is creating the Alberta Bureau for International Education to help attract talented international students and researchers to our province.

The governments of Alberta and Canada will help fund a new Indigenous affordable housing project that offers tenants the option of owning their homes.

Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on HPV Prevention Week:

Minister of Community and Social Services Jason Luan issued the following statement recognizing October as Disability Employment Awareness Month:

Alberta’s government is committing $20.8 million in new funds over the next four years to step up the fight against human trafficking.

The Red Deer Recovery Community will offer long-term holistic treatment to Albertans struggling with addiction.

With the support of the Government of Alberta, Covenant Health’s Palliative Institute is launching a website dedicated to raising awareness of advance care planning and palliative care.

New investments will dramatically increase access to addiction services and supports where the need is greatest – our two largest cities.

Alberta’s homelessness action plan will make an immediate difference in the lives of people experiencing homelessness in the province by taking a coordinated approach to providing supports and investing an additional $63 million to reduce homelessness over the next two years.

Minister of Children’s Services Matt Jones issued the following statement on preventing child abuse:

Seniors and Housing Minister Josephine Pon issued the following statement on the Day of Older Persons in Alberta: 

Minister of Children’s Services Matt Jones issued the following statement recognizing Foster and Kinship Caregiver Month: 

Associate Minister of Immigration and Multiculturalism Muhammad Yaseen issued the following statement on Islamic Heritage Month:

Minister of Indigenous Relations Rick Wilson issued the following statement on the Day for Truth and Reconciliation: 

Alberta’s government and the Manitou Asinîy-Iniskim-Tsa Xani Center have signed an agreement that starts the process of returning Manitou Asinîy to its historic location.

On March 26, 2021, the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) was directed to investigate a use of force on a male by Edmonton Police Service (EPS) officers.

A Macdonald-Laurier Institute report finds mutual recognition policies are an effective way to reduce interprovincial barriers to trade.

Travellers can expect delays on Highway 40 south of Grande Prairie due to reconstruction of the intersection at Highways 40 and 668.

Alberta is launching a new grant program to increase cultural awareness and help Albertans address racism.

Lac Ste. Anne Métis Community Association is the second Métis organization in Alberta to establish a credible assertion of Métis harvesting rights and be included in Alberta’s consultation framework.

Two renewed forest management agreements will support Alberta’s Recovery Plan with hundreds of secure, stable jobs and long-term wood fibre access for harvesting operations.

A new agreement between the government and the Alberta Medical Association (AMA) that will see the government invest an estimated $750 million to stabilize the health-care system has been ratified by physicians throughout the province.

Downtown Calgary is now home to a range of affordable housing options, supports and services – all under one roof.

The next phase of the Highway 40 twinning project has been put out to tender. 

Minister of Culture Ron Orr issued this statement commemorating the 50-year anniversary of the Alberta Foundation of the Arts (AFA) Art Collection: 

Albertans will have greater access to diagnostic imaging (DI) services due to a change allowing more health providers to refer for insured DI services.

Bridge closures will result in travel delays as work to expand the southwest segment of Anthony Henday Drive continues.

Alberta will join other provinces in broadening its provincial immigration program to accept applications from religious workers who serve the spiritual and pastoral needs of their communities.

Alberta’s government is investing in Indigenous learning success to support and expand opportunities for Indigenous learners.

Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation (AIOC) is supporting 23 Indigenous communities to buy into seven Enbridge-owned pipelines.

The new 115-unit Gilchrist Commons seniors lodge is addressing the need for more affordable seniors housing in northeast Calgary.

Alberta’s government has created two additional Court of King’s Bench judicial positions to help speed up access to justice.

Minister of Culture Ron Orr and Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on Alberta Concussion Awareness Day:

Minister of Service Alberta Nate Glubish issued the following statement on Right to Know Day: 

Orders Approved – September 27, 2022.

Travellers on Highway 2 can expect delays at the CN overpass near Morinville.

Financial assistance is available so more health-care aides (HCAs) can help Albertans in continuing care.

A renewed joint forest management agreement supports Alberta’s Recovery Plan with hundreds of stable jobs and secure, long-term wood fibre access for forest companies. 

Alberta is celebrating the life of Her late Majesty by renaming a major building in her honour and awarding Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medals to Albertans who have made a positive impact on our province.

Parliamentary secretary for small business and tourism Martin Long issued the following statement on World Tourism Day:

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

Nearly half a million Alberta drivers will benefit from the elimination of the Class 5 and Class 6 advanced road tests under the Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) program.

Alberta’s government is directing $400,000 to Ruth’s House, a Calgary-based agency that supports survivors of domestic violence in the African community.

On Sept. 23, the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) was directed to investigate the death of a 72-year-old man after police involvement.

Starting Oct. 1, Alberta’s natural gas rebate program will provide price protection from spikes in natural gas costs for millions of Albertans this winter. 

As students continue to address pandemic-related learning challenges, diploma exam weighting will be reduced to 20 per cent this school year.

Alberta’s government will not help the federal government confiscate about 30,000 legally acquired firearms from Albertans.

Alberta has declared Monday, Sept. 26 as Apprenticeship Day to recognize the important contributions of apprentices to the province.

Alberta will seek to intervene in six ongoing judicial review applications challenging the constitutionality of the federal firearm prohibitions legislation.

The Royal Alberta Museum has returned ownership of seven cultural artifacts from its collections to the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation.

Alberta’s government has unveiled a memorial exhibit inside the legislature building to honour the province’s fallen police and peace officers.

Minister of Justice and Solicitor General Tyler Shandro issued the following statement on Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial Day: 

Grants are available to help honour the memories of workers who died due to workplace incidents, illnesses or injuries.

Premier Jason Kenney issued this statement on Rosh Hashanah: 

Alberta is honouring those who support their fellow citizens and serve their country through part-time military service with the first-ever Reservists’ Recognition Day.

Environment and Parks Minister Whitney Issik issued the following statement on Provincial Hunting Day:

Energy Minister Sonya Savage will host an energy roundtable in Washington, D.C., on advancing North American energy security.

Order Approved – September 23, 2022.

Alberta’s government is supporting the Jewish community and taking another step to fight hatred by endorsing an internationally recognized working definition of antisemitism.

To support traumatized children, Alberta’s government will provide more training and mentoring for front-line staff at four provincial treatment centres.

The governments of Canada and Alberta are investing $70.6 million to connect more than 10,400 homes across the province to high-speed internet.

Alberta’s government is committed to preventing gender-based violence by empowering youth to advocate for change.

Alberta’s primary health care leaders and national and global experts are being brought together to identify immediate and long-term improvements to strengthen Alberta’s primary health care system. 

Alberta’s government will use clear, transparent criteria to determine how housing assets can best meet the needs of low-income Albertans.

Alberta’s government is expanding apprenticeship education so Albertans can access the job-ready skills they need to meet the skill demands of tomorrow.

The Siksika Nation and the governments of Alberta and Canada have reached a deal allowing the nation to take over policing responsibilities from the RCMP, creating Canada’s first self-administered First Nation police service in 14 years.

Alberta’s government is renewing its commitment to the people of the Blackfoot Confederacy to work with them to address areas of mutual concern and to continue a positive relationship.

Opioid-related deaths in Alberta have decreased by nearly 50 per cent in July 2022 compared to the peak. 

Alberta’s government will study recent hate-motivated crimes and incidents to develop recommendations to prevent these crimes from happening in the future.

Alberta’s government is creating new opportunities for Albertans to develop the skills they need to be build new careers and secure Alberta’s future.

President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance Jason Nixon issued the following statement on the provincial fuel tax relief program:

Albertans can help inform government actions to address racism and build a more inclusive province.

Associate Minister of Natural Gas and Electricity Dale Nally will travel to Japan to promote Alberta as one of the world’s fastest-growing hydrogen energy regions.

An ad campaign by the Utilities Consumer Advocate (UCA) will remind Albertans of their options for purchasing energy for their homes.

Julia Sproule has been appointed Alberta’s first-ever teaching profession commissioner.

Minister of Indigenous Relations Rick Wilson issued the following statement on the anniversary of the signing of Treaty 7:

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

Alberta’s government is recognizing 23 immigrants for enriching their communities and helping to build a more inclusive province. 

Minister of Jobs, Economy and Innovation Tanya Fir issued the following statement on De Havilland Aircraft of Canada’s announcement that it will set up shop in Alberta, adding 1,500 jobs to the province:

Order Approved – September 21, 2022.

Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economic Development Nate Horner issued the following statement on Agricultural Societies Day:

Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on World Alzheimer’s Month and World Alzheimer’s Day:

The Alberta is Calling advertising campaign has launched its second phase in Toronto and Vancouver, doubling down on efforts to attract talent to Alberta to sustain economic growth. 

Eligible operators can apply for a one-time grant through the Continuing Care Capital Program to replace, upgrade or renovate existing aged continuing care homes.

Healing gatherings led by Indigenous women are providing support for the families and loved ones of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit+ people (MMIWG2S+).

Associate Minister of Natural Gas and Electricity Dale Nally is calling on the federal government to streamline natural gas export project approvals in Canada: 

Public feedback will help the province create a new code of conduct for teachers and teacher leaders to ensure that students, parents and the public have confidence in the education system.

The Alberta Broadband Fund (ABF) will expand access to financial support for rural broadband to ensure that no community is left behind.

Energy Minister Sonya Savage will travel to New York City to promote Alberta’s role in a secure and sustainable energy future.

Orders Approved – September 16, 2022.

Alberta’s government is joining efforts with the Canadian Red Cross to help the victims of devastating floods in Pakistan.

Albertans are encouraged to express their sympathies to the Royal Family while access remains.

Order Approved – September 15, 2022

Alberta’s government is renaming a building on the legislature grounds to honour the historic reign of Queen Elizabeth II.

Starting on Sept. 21, appointments for the bivalent COVID-19 booster vaccine can be booked, with vaccine administration also beginning on Sept. 21.

The governments of Alberta and Saskatchewan, along with industry stakeholders, have secured a regulation exemption from Ottawa that will allow oil service rigs to move freely between the two provinces.

Alberta has declared Monday, Sept. 19 a provincial day of mourning in solemn recognition of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Premier Jason Kenney issued this statement remembering the victims of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001: 

With the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Albertans are invited to offer their condolences to the Royal Family.

Statement by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta on the Passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Premier Jason Kenney issued the following statement on the death of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II:

Following is a statement on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II:

Energy Minister Sonya Savage met with world and industry leaders in Norway to promote Alberta energy’s critical role in the global low-carbon future.

Alberta’s government is moving to assert provincial autonomy by expanding the Alberta Chief Firearms Office (ACFO) and patriating more administrative firearms authority to Alberta. 

Alberta is intervening in a constitutional challenge of federal legislation that has unilaterally labelled plastic as a “toxic substance.”

The governments of Alberta and Canada are joining in the grand opening celebration of the new 85-unit Peaks to Pines seniors lodge.

Minister of Culture Ron Orr issued the following statement on Ukrainian-Canadian Heritage Day:

Expanding contracts with chartered surgical facilities in central and southern Alberta will reduce wait times and deliver about 2,600 more surgeries closer to home.

Alberta’s government and Indigenous leaders in Fort Chipewyan have signed a first-of-its-kind agreement to work together to improve education in the community.

Associate Minister of Natural Gas and Electricity Dale Nally issued the following statement on the future of hydrogen blending in Alberta:

The Premier’s Council on Skills will ensure students learn the skills they need to secure Alberta’s future.

Indigenous and municipal communities in Alberta can now apply for a one-time grant of up to $30,000 to develop a business case for their own self-administered police service or regional equivalent.

Premier Jason Kenney issued this statement on the tragic events in Saskatchewan:

Minister of Labour and Immigration Kaycee Madu issued this statement to mark Labour Day:

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